Canon 5D MIV vs Sony A99 II
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Canon 5D MIV vs Sony A99 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 30MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 890g - 151 x 116 x 76mm
- Revealed August 2016
- Replaced the Canon 5D MIII
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 849g - 143 x 104 x 76mm
- Launched September 2016
- Replaced the Sony A99
Canon 5D MIV vs Sony A99 II Overview
Below, we are comparing the Canon 5D MIV versus Sony A99 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the 5D MIV (30MP) and A99 II (42MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (Full frame).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 5D MIV was announced at a similar time to the A99 II and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the 5D MIV grades vs the A99 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon 5D MIV vs Sony A99 II Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and Sony Alpha A99 II. The whole galleries are available at Canon 5D MIV Gallery and Sony A99 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 5D MIV over the Sony A99 II
5D MIV | A99 II | |||
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Display dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 1620k | 1229k | Crisper display (+391k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A99 II over the Canon 5D MIV
A99 II | 5D MIV | |||
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Display type | Fully articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Canon 5D MIV and Sony A99 II
5D MIV | A99 II | |||
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Launched | August 2016 | September 2016 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focus |
Canon 5D MIV vs Sony A99 II Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 5D MIV comes with physical measurements of 151mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") along with a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs) and the Sony A99 II has measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") with a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).
Compare the Canon 5D MIV versus Sony A99 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the 5D MIV against the A99 II.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 5D MIV and A99 II is 55 and 57 respectively.
Canon 5D MIV vs Sony A99 II Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 5D MIV and A99 II.
Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony A99 II to offer greater detail with its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.
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Canon 5D MIV vs Sony A99 II Specifications
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | Sony Alpha A99 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | Sony Alpha A99 II |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2016-08-25 | 2016-09-19 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 6+ | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 30 megapixel | 42 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6720 x 4480 | 7952 x 5304 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 102400 | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 61 | 399 |
Cross type focus points | 41 | 79 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Available lenses | 250 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully articulated |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,620k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, redeye reduction, rear sync, high-speed sync, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 (29.97p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 29.97p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (119.9p) | - |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 890 grams (1.96 lb) | 849 grams (1.87 lb) |
Dimensions | 151 x 116 x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") | 143 x 104 x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 91 | 92 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.8 | 25.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.6 | 13.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 2995 | 2317 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 pictures | 490 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | NP-FM500H lithium-ion battery & charger |
Battery ID | LP-E6 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | CompactFlash + SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I enabled) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC/MS Duo slots |
Card slots | Dual | Dual |
Price at launch | $3,299 | $3,198 |