The Canon EOS 5D Mark IV is a professional-grade 30.4-megapixelfull-framedigital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera made by Canon. Announced on 25 August 2016 as the successor to the EOS 5D Mark III,[3][4] the camera featured a 61-point autofocus system inherited from the EOS-1D X Mark II, Dual Pixel CMOS AF for both stills and video, DCI 4K video recording, a fully touch-enabled LCD screen, and built-in Wi-Fi and NFC connectivity. The camera went on sale in September 2016 with a retail price of $3,499 in the US, £3,599 in the UK, and €4,129 in the Eurozone.
The EOS 5D Mark IV received positive reviews from photography critics and won multiple industry awards, including the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) Best Full-Frame DSLR Expert award in 2017 and the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) Professional DSLR Camera 2017–2018 award. Reviewers praised the camera's improved image quality, particularly its enhanced dynamic range, touchscreen interface, and Dual Pixel AF system, with Digital Photography Review describing it as "the most refined 5D yet" and an evolutionary update that offered "appreciably better quality" than its predecessor. However, some reviewers noted limitations in video capabilities, particularly the Motion JPEG codec for 4K recording and the 1.64x crop factor in 4K mode.
Since the Mark IV's release, Canon has not produced another DSLR in this market segment, with the EOS R5mirrorless camera effectively serving as its successor.
Features
With lensRear view
New features over the EOS 5D Mark III are:
DCI 4K (4096×2160) with up to 30fps (29.97 fps) up to 29′59″, with crop 1.64× (compared to full frame) in MOV (4K video: Motion JPEG; Full HD and HD Movie: MPEG4 AVC/H.264*; Audio: Linear PCM), MP4 (Movie: MPEG4 AVC/H.264*; Audio: AAC) *Variable (averaged) bitrate
Full HD video (1080p) up to 60fps, HD (720p) up to 120fps
Continuous shooting rate of up to 7.0frames per second with full autofocus; 4.3fps in Live View with Servo AF by Dual Pixel CMOS AF
All AF points support to a maximum aperture of f/8 with EV −3, 61 points high density reticular AF II system including 41 cross-type points, AF area expanded vertically.
Built-in GPS used for geotag information and syncing to UTC time: compatible with three satellite navigation systems including GLONASS (Russia), GPS (USA), Michibiki (Japan)
Standard ISO range 100–32000 (5D Mark III was 100-25600), expandable to ISO 50–102400.
Anti-flicker feature (introduced with the EOS 7D Mark II and EOS-1D X Mark II) – camera can be set to adjust the moment of exposure to compensate for flickering electric lighting
A touchscreenLCD, which allows videographers to select the camera's AF point before and during video recording.
New button under joystick and beneath Quick control dial.
Wi-Fi/NFC for wireless file transfer (with wireless transmitter)
Mirror Vibration Control System
Fine Detail – new Picture Style
Dual Pixel CMOS AF with Dual Pixel RAW: for bokeh shift, image microadjustments, ghost and flare reduction
Digital lens optimizer for JPEG shooting, inherited from the EOS-1D X Mark II
The Canon EOS 5D Mark IV received positive reviews from photography critics and publications, with reviewers praising its refinements and improvements over its predecessor while noting it represented an evolutionary rather than revolutionary upgrade.
The camera won multiple industry awards in 2017. The Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) awarded it Best Full-Frame DSLR Expert in 2017.[6] The European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) named it Professional DSLR Camera 2017–2018, marking the third consecutive year Canon received this award.[7]Imaging Resource selected the camera as Best Professional DSLR of 2016 and gave it a "Dave's Pick" recommendation.[8]
Professional reviews consistently highlighted the camera's improved image quality and refined feature set. Digital Photography Review described the 5D Mark IV as "the most refined 5D yet," noting that while it was "an evolutionary update" rather than revolutionary, it offered "appreciably better quality (and at a faster rate) than its predecessor."[9] The review praised the touchscreen interface, Dual Pixel CMOS AF system, built-in Wi-Fi and NFC, and noted significant improvements in dynamic range compared to the Mark III, particularly with "far less noisy shadow detail at lower ISO values."[10] The publication concluded it was "a camera that will stand up to years of abuse and churn out images" and would "reward them with better and more reliable results than ever before."[11]
Imaging Resource praised the camera's image quality, noting "top-notch hue and color accuracy, excellent high ISO performance, and displays much better dynamic range compared to the 5D Mark III."[12] The review highlighted that the Dual Pixel CMOS AF system made focusing "easy and smooth" for video work.[13]
However, some reviewers noted limitations in the camera's video capabilities. Digital Photography Review pointed out that the Motion JPEG codec for 4K video, 1080p-limited HDMI output, and 1.64x crop factor in 4K mode meant "anyone looking to shoot serious video is likely to be turned off."[14] Reviewers also expressed concerns about the camera's limited customization options for controls.[15]
Upgrades
On 20 April 2017 Canon issued a press release, announcing the upcoming availability of a C-LOG upgrade for existing EOS 5D Mark IV cameras. Pricing was set at $99 USD and cameras shipping with the feature upgrade pre-installed were announced for July 2017.[16]
In early 2019 Canon released a Voice Tag upgrade for existing EOS 5D Mark IV cameras. Pricing was set at $99 USD.[17]
Firmware updates
Canon released several firmware updates for the EOS 5D Mark IV during its production run. The final firmware version was 1.4.0.
Firmware
Release date
Fixes and improvements
1.0.2
29 September 2016
Improved communication reliability when using EOS Utility to register/update new Digital Lens Optimizer.
1.0.3
29 November 2016
Corrected a phenomenon in which the color of images varies depending on the metering mode selected during flash shooting. Improved communication reliability when using EF1.4X III or EF2X III extenders. Corrected the level display when the camera is held in vertical orientation with the hand grip pointing downward. Improved reliability of communication via USB cable when using the Lens Data Registration function with EOS Utility 3.[18]
1.1.2
3 April 2018
Added support for chromatic aberration, peripheral illumination, distortion corrections, and Digital Lens Optimizer for TS-E lenses. Fixed exposure issues during Silent Live View shooting with specific TS-E macro lenses. Added Exif 2.31 support. Resolved malfunction when using Camera Connect for high frame rate movie recording. Fixed Error 80 occurring during HDR movie Remote Live View Shooting on Canon Log-compatible cameras.[19]
1.2.1
12 September 2019
Corrected a PTP communications vulnerability. Corrected a vulnerability related to firmware update.[20]
1.3.0
20 October 2020
Enabled NFC connection with smartphones running Android 10 operating system. Added support for the .CR2 image file format on image.canon. Resolved an issue where some camera operations may not be possible or an error may occur after an insufficient flash output is produced when shooting with the flash.[21]
1.3.1
TBD
Updated language displayed in the menu to improve readability.
1.3.2
27 May 2021
Improved the camera's connection compatibility to a PC while using a USB 3.0 or higher compatible cable. This firmware version was subsequently removed from Canon's servers until a minor bug could be fixed.[22]
1.3.3
21 June 2021
Improved the camera's connectivity to a PC when using a USB 3.0 or higher compatible cable. Fixed an issue in which self-timer shooting cannot be performed (for cameras with Firmware Versions 1.3.1 and 1.3.2). Fixed an issue in which an electronic beep does not sound when registering an AF frame as the AF start position (for cameras with Firmware Versions 1.3.1 and 1.3.2). Fixed an issue in which a small sound is generated from the speaker when the power is turned on (for cameras with Firmware Version 1.3.2).
1.4.0
18 May 2023
Enhanced security for transferring captured images to image.canon. Users needed to update to this version by July 2023 to continue sending images to the service.
↑ Rose, Carey; Sanyal, Rishi; Butler, Richard; Bracaglia, Dan; Baskin, Dale (14 September 2016). "Striding Forth: Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Review". Digital Photography Review. Retrieved 16 November 2025.
↑ Rose, Carey; Sanyal, Rishi; Butler, Richard; Bracaglia, Dan; Baskin, Dale (14 September 2016). "Striding Forth: Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Review". Digital Photography Review. Retrieved 16 November 2025.
↑ Rose, Carey; Sanyal, Rishi; Butler, Richard; Bracaglia, Dan; Baskin, Dale (14 September 2016). "Striding Forth: Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Review". Digital Photography Review. Retrieved 16 November 2025.
↑ Rose, Carey; Sanyal, Rishi; Butler, Richard; Bracaglia, Dan; Baskin, Dale (14 September 2016). "Striding Forth: Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Review". Digital Photography Review. Retrieved 16 November 2025.
↑ Rose, Carey; Sanyal, Rishi; Butler, Richard; Bracaglia, Dan; Baskin, Dale (14 September 2016). "Striding Forth: Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Review". Digital Photography Review. Retrieved 16 November 2025.
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