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Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Nikon D850
Top 10%2,183 points
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Top 7%2,239 points
Top 7%
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Canon EOS 5D Mark IV vs Nikon D850: 88 facts in comparison
1. megapixels
1.5x more megapixels (main camera).
30.4MP
Panono Camera: 108MP
45.7MP
2. sensor size
The larger the sensor the more light the sensor captures yielding in better image quality.
36 x 24mm
Polaroid Snap: 81.2 x 25.4mm
35.9 x 23.9mm
3. focus points
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.
61
Canon EOS R: 5655
153
4. continuous shooting at high resolution
Fast continuous shooting is useful for catching action shots.
7fps
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II: 60fps
7fps
5. has a flip-out screen
Flip-out screens are useful for doing tricky shots.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Nikon D850
28% have it
6. maximum light sensitivity
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.
102400 ISO
Nikon D7500 + Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR: 1640000 ISO
102400 ISO
7. longer battery life
CIPA is an independent, standard measurement that determines how many shots a camera can take before the battery dies.
900shots
Nikon D3x: 4400shots
1840shots
8. video recording (main camera)
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.
2160 x 30fps
Fujifilm X-T3: 2160 x 60fps
2160 x 30fps
9. weight
25g lighter.
890g
HTC Re: 65.5g
915g
10. Has WiFi
The device can connect to WiFi.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Nikon D850
39% have it
11. fastest shutter speed
A faster maximum shutter speed allows taking pictures of fast moving subjects without blur.
1/8000s
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV: 1/32000s
1/8000s
12. Has phase detection autofocus for videos
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.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Nikon D850
12% have it
13. has a stereo microphone
A stereo microphone allows to record audio files or movies in stereo without an external microphone.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Nikon D850
50% have it
14. Has phase detection autofocus for photos
A phase detection autofocus is much faster than a contrast detection autofocus, allowing for sharper images.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Nikon D850
32% have it
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15. has AF tracking
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.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Nikon D850
72% have it
16. Is dustproof and water resistant
Dustproof/water resistant at depth equal to or greater than 1 meter.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Nikon D850
9% have it
17. Has timelapse function
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.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Nikon D850
16% have it
18. higher resolution (screen)
A higher screen resolution provides a sharper image, making it easier to review your photos.
1620k dots
Fujifilm X-T1 + XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS: 1040000k dots
2359k dots
19. has a built-in HDR mode
It can automatically shoot pictures with a higher dynamic range (HDR).
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Nikon D850
27% have it
20. has a microphone in
A microphone port allows connecting external high-end or specialized microphones.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Nikon D850
26% have it
21. has a 24p cinema mode
24p is a video format (24 frames per second) traditionally used in cinema. Nowadays, it is used to create film-like motion characteristics.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Nikon D850
27% have it
22. Weather sealed
Device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures due to any kind of weather.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Nikon D850
20% have it
23. has a two-stage shutter
A two-stage shutter is good for taking photos like a pro; apply pressure to the button in order for the lens to focus, and then press it fully to capture the photograph.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Nikon D850
54% have it
24. has a touch screen
You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Nikon D850
25% have it
25. has continuous autofocus when recording movies
When recording movies they stay focussed and sharp.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Nikon D850
66% have it
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