Canon EOS-1D Mark IV

The professional standard for high-speed sports photography

Canon EOS-1D Mark IV
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 18
Durability 19
Price 8
Usability 18
Brand Canon
Model 4020B002

Key Features

SENSOR 16.1 Megapixel APS-H CMOS sensor
PROCESSOR Dual DIGIC 4 image processors for high-speed processing
AUTOFOCUS 45-point AF system with 39 cross-type points
PHASE DETECTION Dedicated TTL secondary image-registration phase-detection AF
VIDEO 1080p Full HD at 30/25/24 fps
STABILIZATION None (relies on lens-based IS)
BURST RATE 10 frames per second with a 26-shot RAW buffer
VIEWFINDER Pentaprism with 100% coverage and 0.76x magnification
DISPLAY 3.0-inch Clear View II TFT LCD, 920k dots, fixed
CONNECTIVITY USB 2.0, HDMI mini, external microphone jack
MEMORY CARD Dual slots: 1x CompactFlash (Type I/II) and 1x SD/SDHC
WEATHER SEALING Magnesium alloy body with extensive dust and moisture resistance
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 800 shots per charge (LP-E4)

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Canon EOS-1D Mark IV

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✗ Not Present Uses Mode button + Main dial
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ✓ Present Main and Quick Control dials
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ✓ Present Main and Quick Control dials
AF-ON Button ✓ Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present Rear Quick Control dial
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present Customizable buttons
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✗ Not Present Access via Live View/Set button
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Canon EOS-1D Mark IV

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Canon EOS-1D Mark IV Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

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Technical Specification

Sensor APS-H CMOS
Resolution 16.1 MP
ISO Range 100-12800 (expandable to 102400)
Autofocus 45-point AF (39 cross-type)
Shutter Speed 1/8000 to 30 sec
Burst Rate 10 fps
Video 1920 x 1080 @ 30fps
Stabilization None
Viewfinder Optical Pentaprism
LCD 3.0-inch Fixed LCD
Memory Card CF + SD
Connectivity USB 2.0, HDMI
Battery Life 800 shots
Weight 1180g (body only)
Dimensions 156 x 157 x 80 mm