Canon EOS-1D Mark IV
1D Mk IV is big and heavy (1.2 kilograms) even without the lens. It has improved ergonomic body. The handgrip feels very secure and comfortable in both vertical and horizontal positions. The controls are positioned perfectly under the fingers.
The improved three-inch LCD monitor has a 920,000-dot screen and 170 degree viewing angle. The construction of the monitor produces a sharp picture in all lighting conditions. The ISO ranges from 100 to 12,800 and is expandable to an incredible 50 – 102,400 ISO – the highest sensitivity of any current DSLR camera.
The most significant improvement is the new APS-H sized 16.1-megapixel CMOS sensor. It measures 27.9mm x 18.6mm and gives a crop factor of 1.3x compared to a 35mm camera. The new sensor is coupled with the same dual DIGIC 4 processors as in EOS 5D Mk II. The camera will produce full-resolution shots at 10 frames per second in continuous shooting mode with full continuous autofocus. The buffer is capable of storing a sequence of 121 shots.
The new 45-point autofocus system is extremely fast and its tracking function seems to have no problem focusing in low light conditions. It includes 39 cross-type AF points with f/2.8 support. Photographers can select their own default focus point through either the camera’s Multi-controller or Main Dial/Quick Control Dial. To get the most out of sports photography, it is possible to choose to have primary focus supported by adjacent focus points.
An advanced noise reduction system helps ensure sharp, low-noise images. Auto Lighting Optimizer (ALO) automatically adjusts the brightness and contrast during impage processing and is available in most shooting modes.
If fantastic pictures are not enough, the EOS-1D Mark IV features HD video recording as well. It will shoot full 1080p video at different frame rates. Stereo audio can be recorded through an optional external microphone. The camera connects to your HD TV though an HDMI jack for playback. For slow motion effects, use 720p or VGA resolutions at higher frame rates. The camera allows full manual exposure control to avoid blown highlights, achieve depth of field adjustment an other creative effects.
Canon EOS-1D Mark IV is expected to come out in the end of December. Already in high demand, it is available for pre-order now for $4,999.99.
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