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Canon EOS 5D Mark III vs Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Why is Canon EOS 5D Mark III better than Canon EOS 5D Mark IV?
- 50shots longer battery life?
950shotsvs900shots - Is dustproof and water-resistant?
- Has phase-detection autofocus for videos?
- Has a built-in HDR mode?
Why is Canon EOS 5D Mark IV better than Canon EOS 5D Mark III?
- 29.91% more megapixels (main camera)?
30.4MPvs23.4MP - 16.67% faster shooting at highest resolution with AF as JPEG format?
7fpsvs6fps - 2x better video recording quality (main camera)?
2160 x 30fpsvs1080 x 30fps - 30.61% lower noise at high ISO?
2995 ISOvs2293 ISO - 10 better image quality?
91vs81 - Supports Wi-Fi?
- 60g lighter?
890gvs950g - 3.33% better color depth?
24.8bitsvs24bits
Price comparison
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Buy used:
$2,399.95
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Full Frame Digital ...Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Full Frame Digital SLR Camera Body | $2,299.00 | |||
| Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Full Frame Digital ...Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Full Frame Digital SLR Camera Body (Renewed) | $2,288.00 | |||
| Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera (Body O...Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera (Body Only) | $2,096.00 | |||
| Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Body Only | $2,299.00 | |||
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Design
1.Has a flip-out screen
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Flip-out screens can be useful for tricky shots.
2.weather-sealed (splashproof)
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.
3.Has a built-in focus motor
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
The focus motor moves the lens in order to autofocus. For system cameras, having a focus motor in the camera's body allows you to use a wide range of lenses, including lenses which do not have their own focus motor. For compact cameras, a focus motor is usually built-in.
4.weight
950g
890g
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
5.viewfinder coverage
100%
100%
With 100% coverage, you can compose the image correctly when you capture the photo. With less than full coverage, you may have to crop your photos afterward to get them looking perfect.
6.is dustproof and water-resistant
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water.
Optics
1.sensor size
36 x 24mm
36 x 24mm
The larger the sensor the more light the sensor captures yielding in better image quality.
2.focus points
61
61
The more focus points the more flexibility in picking which part of the scene to focus on. They also give the image sensor a better probability in identifying the right area of the scene to focus on in more automatic modes.
3.megapixels (main camera)
23.4MP
30.4MP
The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the main camera. A higher megapixel count means that the camera is capable of capturing more details. However, the megapixel count is not the only important element determining the quality of an image.
4.maximum light sensitivity
102400 ISO
102400 ISO
With a higher light sensitivity (ISO level), the sensor absorbs more light. This can be used to capture moving objects using a fast shutter speed, or to take images in low light without using a flash.
5.continuous shooting at high resolution
6fps
7fps
Fast continuous shooting is useful for catching action shots.
6.has AF tracking
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
With AF tracking, once you choose the subject and press the shutter release part way down, as the subject moves, the autofocus will follow it. No more out of focus shots.
Videography
1.video recording (main camera)
1080 x 30fps
2160 x 30fps
The maximum resolution available for videos shot with the main camera. Although it may be possible to choose among other frame rates, those recordings usually have lower resolutions.
2.Has phase-detection autofocus for videos
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
A phase-detection autofocus system is faster than a contrast detection autofocus system. Even when recording scenes with a lot of fast movements, the videos are sharp and clear.
3.has continuous autofocus when recording movies
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
When recording movies they stay focussed and sharp.
4.Has timelapse function
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
A timelapse shows a long passage of time sped up. A series of photographs taken from the same position over a long period is joined together to create a short video. It is great way to capture things like the setting sun, or clouds moving across the sky.
5.has a 24p cinema mode
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
24p is a video format (24 frames per second) traditionally used in cinema. Nowadays, it is used to create film-like motion characteristics.
6.supports slow-motion video recording
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Slow-motion is an artistic video effect that makes time seem to go slower. It is achieved by recording a video at a higher frame-rate than the standard playback rate of 24fps or 30fps. Frame rates for slow-motion videos vary between 60fps and 960fps.
Audio
1.has a stereo microphone
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
A stereo microphone allows to record audio files or movies in stereo without an external microphone.
2.has a microphone input
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
A microphone port allows connecting external high-end or specialized microphones.
3.number of microphones
1
1
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
4.has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
5.Has a zoom microphone
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Zoom microphones record high-quality audio and enable you to record sound from a distance. They can be useful for recording meetings, lectures, and presentations.
6.has stereo speakers
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
Battery
1.Battery life (CIPA)
950shots
900shots
CIPA is an independent, standard measurement that determines how many shots a camera can take before the battery dies.
2.has a removable battery
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
3.has a rechargeable battery
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
The battery can be recharged and used over again.
4.has a battery level indicator
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
5.battery power
1800mAh
2000mAh
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
6.has wireless charging
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
The manufacturer offers a branded wireless charging kit. To charge the device, you simply put it down on its charging base.
Features
1.noise
2293 ISO
2995 ISO
The maximum ISO at which the device still captures excellent quality images. Source: DxOMark.
2.image quality
81
91
A device's overall image quality score considers: color depth, dynamic range and low light performance. Source: DxOMark.
3.supports Wi-Fi
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
The device can connect to Wi-Fi.
4.color depth
24bits
24.8bits
The better a device's color depth the more color nuances it can distinguish. Source: DxOMark.
5.dynamic range
11.7Evs
13.6Evs
The better the dynamic range the system captures a wider number of values from dark to light leading to more details in low and highlights. Source: DxOMark.
6.has an external memory slot
Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
The device has a standard memory slot (such as an SD or micro SD card slot) that enables you to extend the built-in internal storage with affordable memory modules, or easily retrieve data, such as photographs, from the memory card.
Price comparison
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Buy used:
$2,399.95
| Product | Store | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Full Frame Digital ...Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Full Frame Digital SLR Camera Body | $2,299.00 | |||
| Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Full Frame Digital ...Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Full Frame Digital SLR Camera Body (Renewed) | $2,288.00 | |||
| Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera (Body O...Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera (Body Only) | $2,096.00 | |||
| Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Body Only | $2,299.00 | |||
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