Canon EOS-1D Mark IV | 10 fps | ISO 12,800 extensible to 102,400
When I saw the features of the new 7D, I knew that Canon was preparing to launch a great product in the high end category but I never thought it was going to be a new EOS-1D Mark IV.
The incredible set of features of this camera outshine Nikon’s recent release of their D3s. The new Canon not only offers a huge range of ISO but it also adds 10 fps and 45-point AF system including 39 cross-type points.
The full HD 1080 video suitable for professional applications will make this camera the choice of professionals (I am a fan already). A 16.1 Megapixel APS-H CMOS sensor and Dual DIGIC 4 Image Processors for high image quality and to provide the speed needed to support the 10pfs. This camera is a monster!
Visually, the EOS-1D Mark IV looks almost identical to the EOS-1D Mark III. The only difference is a slight bump around the ports to accommodate the HDMI socket.
“Throughout the EOS 1D MARK IV’s development, we’ve carefully studied feedback from our photographers and developed a camera to meet their specific requirements” said Mr. Shinbori, Senior General Manager of Camera Development Center, Canon Inc. “With a brand new, high-quality CMOS sensor and Dual “DIGIC 4” processors, the Canon EOS 1D MARK IV allows photographers to be the first to get the highest quality images to picture desks in what is becoming an increasingly competitive market.”.
Compared to the EOS 7D, the EOS 1D Mark IV does not have some features like – the Dual Axis Electronic level and Zone AF for example. However, in a camera such as this, this is not an issue. For the working photographer, who needs to get the shots time and again and who will use the camera to make money from, these extras are not needed. If you’re not a working photographer and you want the most technically advanced camera you can get, then buy the EOS 7D.
The Canon 1D Mark IV is reasonable priced at: $4,999 and according to Canon it will be available in the UK on December 2009. Visit Canon’s web site for full features. You can also visit EOS Network for the full press releases.
Don’t get rid of your “old” EOS-5D Mark II, Canon has also announced they are working on a firmware update that will allow for user selectable frame rate on the the 5D. The new firmware will be released in the first half of 2010 and it offers both 24 and 25fps shooting speeds for full HD movies.
