DSLR Cameras

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV

No matter what you’re shooting, be assured of uncompromising image quality and a thoroughly professional performance.

Pursue Perfection

Designed to perform in every situation, the EOS 5D Mark IV is beautifully engineered and a thoroughly accomplished all-rounder.

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The difference is in the detail

From the moment light passes through the lens, the EOS 5D Mark IV captures every nuance, every colour, every detail. Once again Canon has brought finer dimensions in detail thanks to a new sensor capable of extraordinary clarity. See your world like never before.

Precision as standard

The EOS 5D Mark IV features advanced focusing and metering which captures moments and tracks them the instant they happen, even in difficult lighting.

Engineered for performance

Legendary cameras are built to last, and the EOS 5D series brought superior build quality, performance and advanced weathersealing¹ to a new breed of photographers. The EOS 5D Mark IV continues that commitment to high speed performance and durability.

Discover the power and versatility of Canon’s 4K range

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Step up to cinematic 4K

Unleash the 4K filmmaker in you and add 4K EOS Movie to your creative portfolio.

Canon Photo Companion app

The ultimate partner to any visual storyteller, our Photo Companion app gives you access to tailored, expert knowledge and content when you need it most – so you can truly bring your stories to life.

Stay connected

Connect and share your images with ultra-fast USB 3.0, WiFi and NFC workflows.

Canon aims to achieve net-zero CO2 emissions from its business activities by 2050

We will achieve this by delivering an average improvement of 3% per year in the lifecycle CO2 emissions improvement index per product. Which if sustained would mean roughly a 50% reduction from 2008 levels by the year 2030. We recognise this to be in line with the level of reduction called for by the Paris Agreement.

We will continue to undertake target reviews from a long-term perspective as a way of checking our contribution to the realisation of a low-carbon society.

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Dynamically different...

Camera body

EOS FF System

EOS FF System

EOS 5D Mark III

Effective pixels

Approx. 30.4 megapixels

Approx. 22.3 megapixels

Dual Pixel RAW

Image Microadjustment, Bokeh Shift, Ghosting Reduction

Not available

AF points at f/8

Up to 61 points / 21 cross-type AF points (all individually selectable)

1 AF point

Metering Sensor

Approx. 150,000 pixel RGB+IR sensor (Dedicated DIGIC 6 processor)

63 zone metering sensor (Brightness measurement only)

Continuous Shooting

Max. approx. 7fps with full AF / AE

Max. approx. 4.3fps in Live View with Servo AF

Max. approx. 6fps with full AF / AE

Max. approx. 6fps in Live View with No Servo AF

4K EOS Movies

DCI 4K up to 25/30p (max. 29min. 59sec.)

Not available

Other Movies

Full HD up to 50/60p, HD up to 100/120p

HDR Movie, Time-lapse Movie

Full HD up to 25/30p, 640x480 up to 50/60p

AF in Movies

Dual Pixel CMOS AF

Contrast Detect AF (No Servo AF)

LCD Monitor

3.2in, approx. 1.62 million dots, touch control

3.2in, approx. 1.04 million dots, no touch control

GPS

Built-in with auto time update

External accessory

Wi-Fi

Built-in with FTP/FTPS support

Compatible with Canon Camera Connect app

External accessory

Wider image

In Pursuit of the Shot

Follow a group of world-renowned Reuters photojournalists as they travel the world in pursuit of inspiring stories, armed with the new EOS 5D Mark IV.

ARTICLE

Capturing a fading tradition with the EOS 5D Mark IV

Canon Ambassador Joel Santos photographs the last remaining traditional Chinese cormorant fishermen, in challenging light conditions.

Christian Anderl

Capturing a pop video in movie and stills

Using the EOS 5D Mark IV for filming and stills on a busy music video set.

ARTICLE

Filming candid video portraits with EOS 5D Mark IV

Canon Ambassador Dafna Tal talks about shooting video portraits of people reacting to sounds associated with diverse cultures and religions.

Inspiration

Discover how the EOS 5D Mark IV performs in the hands of professional photographers

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Lenses & Accessories

Connect your EOS 5D Mark IV to the wider world of imaging thanks to Canon lenses and accessories.

What's in the box

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Battery Pack LP-E6N
Battery Charger LC-E6E
Eyecup Eg
Wide Strap
Interface Cable IFC-150U II
Cable Protector
EOS Digital Solution Disk

Lenses for DSLR
EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM

The legendary high-quality portrait lens

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EF 50mm f/1.2L USM

Professional L-series, f/1.2 aperture USM lens for low light and extreme depth of field control.

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EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM

The professional, L-series super telephoto sports lens with a wide f/2.8 aperture and Image Stabilizer.

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EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM

A professional L-series sports and wildlife zoom with Image Stabilizer and ASC coating for superb sharpness.

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Lenses for DSLR
EF 11-24mm f/4L USM

An ultra-wide professional L-series zoom lens with constant f/4 aperture for architecture and landscapes.

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Canon BG-E20 Battery Grip

Add a battery grip to your compatible EOS camera to extend battery life and improve the way the camera handles

Canon Speedlite 430EX III-RT Flash

A portable, powerful Speedlite flash that’s easy to use – on and off the camera

Canon Speedlite 600EX II-RT Flash

A high-performance Speedlite flash for professional photographers

SanDisk Extreme PRO CompactFlash Memory Card, 160 MB/s, 64GB

Store and transfer high-res photos and 4K videos with extremely fast capture and huge capacity

Canon PC-E1 Protecting Cloth

Protect your EOS camera and lenses from everyday wear and tear with a protective wrapping cloth.

Canon ST-E3-RT Speedlite Transmitter

A radio-frequency flash trigger aimed at professional photographers using off-camera flash

Canon ERC-E5L Camera Rain Cover, Large

A water-repellent rain cover that protects your compatible EOS and lens when shooting in bad weather

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Footnotes

1. Compartment covers, terminal covers and other openable parts must be properly closed to achieve dust-resistant and drip-resistant performances. However, these measures cannot completely prevent all dust and water droplets from infiltrating inside the camera.