EOS 5D Mark 4

New 30.4 Megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor for versatile shooting in nearly any light, with ISO range 100–32,000; expandable up to 50–102,400.
4K Motion JPEG video (DCI cinema-type 4096 x 2160) at 30p or 24p; in-camera still frame grab* of 4K 8.8-Megapixel images; multiple video options include Full HD up to 60p, and HD up to 120p.
Superb Dual Pixel CMOS AF for responsive and smooth AF during video or Live View shooting; LCD monitor has full touch-screen interface, including selection of AF area.
Excellent performance — up to 7.0 fps** continuous shooting speed with high performance DIGIC 6+ Image Processor for improved speed and excellent image quality.
61 AF points with expanded vertical coverage with 41 cross-points, and AF possible at all 61 AF points with many lens + extender combinations effective at f/8.
150,000-pixel RGB+IR metering sensor helps provide precise exposure metering, helps detect flickering lights and allows for enhanced scene recognition and face detection capabilities.
Dual Pixel RAW***, in-camera Digital Lens Optimizer during JPEG shooting and Diffraction Correction technologies.
Built-in Wi-Fi®1 and NFC2 connectivity provide easy sharing to compatible smart devices, select social media sites and the Canon Connect Station CS100 device.

Built-in GPS3 provides geotag information including auto time syncing with Universal Time Code (UTC) via satellites.
“I have owned every camera in the 5D line, so the new EOS 5D Mark IV feels like an old friend in my hands, only better” exclaimed renowned wedding photographer and Canon Explorer of Light Clay Blackmore. “It has everything a professional photographer needs to create outstanding, quality images every time. Between its ability with still images and video capture, it is the complete package and—in my opinion—the best wedding camera on the planet.”

“When working with macro beauty photography, I need fast and precise autofocus. With each breath of the subject I need to be able to check the exact placement of focus, whether on the tips of the eyelashes, the pupils or other detail of her face. The EOS 5D Mark IV gave me exactly the speed and precision required to capture the detail and stunning color that is a signature of my beauty work,” remarked celebrated fashion and beauty photographer and Canon Explorer of Light Lindsay Adler. “I’m always looking for ways to create visuals that help me stand out from the competition. Cinemagraphs, also known as ‘living images,’ allow me to combine still frames and video to create captivating images. Because of the EOS 5D Mark IV’s 4K and slow motion capabilities, I now have the ability to create high quality and visually compelling cinemagraphs without having to invest in an expensive cinema camera!”

The Next Generation of EOS 5D Cameras

In addition to the new Full Frame sensor, the new EOS 5D Mark IV includes a 61-point High-Density Reticular AF II system, similar to the one found in the flagship EOS-1D X Mark II, with all AF points selectable by the user (and up to 41 cross-type points depending on the lens in use). The AF system, improved over previous Canon 5D series models, includes expanded coverage across the frame that supports AF at maximum apertures up to f/8 with all 61 points for high-precision autofocus even when using EF super-telephoto lenses with an EF extender. Standard ISO range for the EOS 5D Mark IV is ISO 100-32,000 and is expandable to 50-102,400.

The EOS 5D Mark IV also introduces a new 150,000 pixel RGB+IR metering sensor with enhanced precision and performance compared to its predecessor, improving upon facial recognition and tracking as well as nature and sports scenes with fast-moving action. AF sensitivity in low light is EV-3 and EV-4 when in Live View mode. The EOS Scene Detection System can detect and compensate for flickering light sources that are often used in gymnasiums and swimming pools. When enabled, this anti-flicker system automatically adjusts shutter release timing to help reduce disparities in exposure and color especially during continuous burst shooting.

Following the groundbreaking video recording capabilities introduced in the EOS 5D Mark II and EOS 5D Mark III, the EOS 5D Mark IV takes the next leap forward offering DCI 4K video recording. Adding to the versatility of capturing 4K video, is Canon’s Dual Pixel CMOS AF. This proven autofocus system allows for continuous focus tracking of subjects, and can be customized by the user for optimal performance. Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology not only enhances 4K video recording, but also helps create crisp focus for 4K Frame Grab extraction of 8.8 megapixel still JPEG images, all done in camera.

Mobile Connectivity

For the first time in an EOS 5D series DSLR camera, the EOS 5D Mark IV features built-in Wi-Fi®1 and Near-Field Communication (NFC)™1 providing for the easy transfer of images and MP4 movies to compatible mobile devices, as well remote shooting when using the Canon Camera Connect App2. The EOS 5D Mark IV also includes a built-in GPS3 receiver with compass for precise geo-tagged information of latitude, longitude, and elevation. This is especially valuable to wildlife photographers and photojournalists who need to track their locations, as well as providing sports and wedding photographers the ability to sync a multiple-camera setup with extreme accuracy and precision. The camera’s built-in GPS can also be used to sync the camera’s time to the atomic clock, an invaluable feature when multiple photographers are covering the same event.

Pricing and Availability

The Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR is currently scheduled to be available in early September 2016 for an estimated retail price of $3,499.00 for the body only††. It will also be sold as part of body-and-lens kits with the EF24-70mm f/4L lens ($4,399.00, scheduled to be available early September)†† and the EF24-105mm f/4L IS II USM lens ($4599.00, scheduled to be available late October)††.

For an exclusive, hands-on preview, the camera will be available at the customer support centers shown below. Visitors can experience the camera firsthand while Canon technical experts demonstrate new product features, answer questions, and spotlight the benefits of Canon products and service.

Footnotes

1 Compatible with iOS® versions 7.1/8.4/9.0, AndroidTM smartphone and tablet versions 4.0/4.1/4.2/4.3/4.4/5.0/5.1. Data charges may apply with the download of the free Canon Camera Connect app. This app helps enable you to upload images to social media services. Please note that image files may contain personally identifiable information that may implicate privacy laws. Canon disclaims and has no responsibility for your use of such images. Canon does not obtain, collect or use such images or any information included in such images through this app.

2 Data charges may apply with the download of the free Canon Camera Connect app. This app helps enable you to upload images to social media services. Please note that image files may contain personally identifiable information that may implicate privacy laws. Canon disclaims and has no responsibility for your use of such images. Canon does not obtain, collect or use such images or any information included in such images through this app.

3 In certain countries and regions, the use of GPS may be restricted. Therefore be sure to use GPS in accordance with the laws and regulations of your country or region. Be particularly careful when traveling outside your home country. As a signal is received from GPS satellites, take sufficient measures when using in locations where the use of electronics is regulated.

* Saving a still image from a single movie frame does not result in the same image quality as a normal still image.

** Continuous shooting speed may vary depending on the shutter speed, the aperture, the lens being used, the battery charge and various camera settings.

*** When lens diaphragm setting is fully open, adjustment volume and compensation effect are emphasized. Sufficient adjustment volume and compensation effect may not be achieved, depending on lens in use and shooting conditions. Adjustment volume and compensation effect vary depending on camera position (landscape or portrait). Sufficient adjustment volume and compensation effect may not be achieved depending on the shooting conditions.

††Availability, prices and specifications are subject to change without notice. Actual prices are set by individual dealers and may vary.

Press info from Canon UK

United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, 25 August 2016 – Canon today debuts the eagerly-anticipated EOS 5D Mark IV, the newest addition to the legendary EOS 5D family, designed for photographers on a quest to capture the perfect shot.

Renowned for enabling people to tell the stories that need to be told, the EOS 5D series has captured many of the world’s most significant moments in history. As successor to the EOS 5D Mark III, the camera has been designed using first-hand feedback from the photographic community to create the most versatile EOS model yet. Featuring a 30.4 megapixel CMOS sensor with wide exposure latitude, 7 frames per second (fps) high speed shooting, internal 4K movie recording and built-in Wi-Fi and GPS, the camera fuses speed and resolution with excellent low light capability and movie functionality. The EOS 5D Mark IV is also the first EOS camera to premiere the innovative Dual Pixel RAW file format, allowing photographers to fine-tune images in post-production by adjusting or correcting the point of sharpness, shifting the foreground bokeh or reducing image ghosting.
To work hand-in-hand with the camera, Canon today also introduces two new high performance L-series lenses; the EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM and
EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM.

The devil’s in the detail

The EOS 5D Mark IV features Canon’s brand new full frame 30.4 megapixel CMOS sensor, delivering images that are packed with detail, even in the brightest highlights and darkest shadows. With an ISO range of 100 to 32000, expandable from 50 up to 102400, images can be captured in an array of lighting environments. The enhanced noise processing algorithm further improves low light shooting, ideal for photojournalists who need to capture breaking stories no matter what lighting conditions they face.

Tracking faces and colour of fast moving subjects is easy with the EOS 5D Mark IV’s 61-point wide area reticular AF system. The 61-points / 41 cross-type AF points cover an expanded sensor area and provide the ability to focus even under moonlight at EV -3 in viewfinder shooting mode, or EV -4 in Live View mode. The EOS 5D Mark IV enables you to use extenders with all telephoto lenses for f/8 AF with all 61 points, including 21 cross type for even greater precision. The high resolution 3.2-inch LCD with full touch panel operation across all menus is combined with a new AF ‘Area Selection’ button providing quick AF point selection. Additionally, the camera features an advanced 150K RGB+IR metering sensor with a dedicated DIGIC 6 processor for accurate exposures and precise subject detection and tracking.

A need for speed

Designed to respond in an instant and never miss a shot, the EOS 5D Mark IV’s high-speed readout technologies and DIGIC 6+ processor mean you can shoot at 7 fps at full resolution, with full AF / AE tracking. Capturing up to 21 RAW images or unlimited JPEGs in a single burst, you’ll always be ready for the next frame. For when discretion is needed – such as capturing breaking news or animals in their natural habitat – the camera features ‘Silent Single’ and ‘Silent Continuous’ modes, offering shooting with minimal noise.

Take the jump to 4K movie-making

With the EOS 5D Mark IV, 4K movie-making is open to anyone who wants to use the power of video to tell the bigger picture. A truly versatile camera, it features DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 30/25/24 fps shooting and provides the ability to extract 8.8MP JPEG images from 4K videos, making it a great companion for those wanting to easily switch from video to stills. Delivering quality footage has never been more important with streaming services increasingly demanding content be shot using the latest technology in the field. The EOS 5D Mark IV brings this advancement in the form of a video DSLR with internal 4K, 120p HD, Dual Pixel CMOS AF, time lapse movie and new HDR movie mode.

Enhanced operability and connectivity

Packed with a range of new and refined features requested by Canon’s professional community, the EOS 5D Mark IV provides unrivalled flexibility in connectivity. Built-in Wi-Fi enables remote operation and secure file transfer (FTPS/FTP) via smart devices using the Canon Camera Connect app, and NFC provides instant connections between compatible devices. GPS geotags each image in the EXIF data with automatic time updates helping to manage images and, for the first time, IPTC metadata, such as details of a shoot, is automatically embedded.

Enhanced water and dust resistance makes the camera ideal for travel photographers or photojournalists working in challenging terrain.

Opening up new viewpoints with unrivalled image quality

Canon is renowned for having the largest lens system in the world and today, adds the EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM and the EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM to its incredible lineup. A truly flexible and durable everyday lens, the EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM is a perfect tool for any photographer wanting to achieve high edge-to-edge sharpness over the entire zoom range. The 24-105mm focal length and f/4 aperture is ideal for a variety of scenes, subjects and lighting conditions, while improved 4-stop IS and a new video design EDM provides quiet aperture adjustment during movie capture. For exceptionally high quality images that need to impress, Canon is proud to unveil the EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM. Working in perfect harmony with high resolution sensors such as the one seen in the EOS 5D Mark IV, the high-performance lens provides exceptional image quality for professional and serious enthusiasts. The versatile focal length (16-35mm) will appeal to wedding photographers and photojournalists who need to work up close, whilst the fast, constant, f/2.8 maximum aperture makes it an obvious choice for those shooting in low light.

Expanding functionality of the EOS 1DX Mark II

Based on customer feedback, Canon today announces a new firmware update for the EOS-1D X Mark II. Adding IPTC support and LCD colour tone as featured in the EOS 5D Mark IV, the update also improves the network and GPS functionality. The firmware will be available in September, for more details visit http://www.canon.co.uk/support/.

EOS 5D Mark IV Key Features:

· 30.4 megapixel CMOS sensor with high exposure latitude

· Engineered to perform with the innovative Dual Pixel CMOS AF and Dual Pixel RAW

· Step up to cinematic 4K with DCI 4K up to 30p

· Stay connected with Built-in Wi-Fi, NFC and GPS

EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM Key Features:

· Versatile 24-105mm zoom range

· Constant f/4 max aperture

· L-series weather-proof construction

· 4-stop Image Stabilizer

· Advanced optical construction

EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM Key Features:

· Versatile collection of wide-angle focal lengths

· Premium image quality

· Fast constant f/2.8 aperture

· Durable L-series construction

· Advanced autofocus

Pricing and Availability

· The EOS 5D Mark IV is available from September 2016 with an RRP of £3,629.99/€4899.99

· The EF 24-105mm f/4 L II USM is available from Q4 2016 with an RRP of £1,129/€1,449.99

· The EF 16-35mm f2.8L III USM is available from October 2016 with an RRP of £2,349/€2,999.99

· The Wi-Fi Adapter W-E1 is available from October 2016 with an RRP of £39.99/€49.99

Specifications

Price
MSRP	$3499 (body only), $4399 (w/24-70 F4L lens), $4599 (w/24-105 F4L IS USM lens)
Body type
Body type	Mid-size SLR
Body material	Magnesium alloy
Sensor
Max resolution	6720 x 4480
Image ratio w:h	1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
Effective pixels	30 megapixels
Sensor photo detectors	32 megapixels
Sensor size	Full frame (36 x 24 mm)
Sensor size notes	sRaw suppoorted in all aspect ratio. Size between 5 and 7.5 megapixel.
Sensor type	CMOS
Processor	Digic 6+
Color space	sRGB, AdobeRGB
Color filter array	Primary color filter
Image
ISO	Auto, 100-32000 (expands to 50-102400)
Boosted ISO (minimum)	50
Boosted ISO (maximum)	102400
White balance presets	6
Custom white balance	Yes
Image stabilization	No
Uncompressed format	RAW
JPEG quality levels	Fine, normal
File format	JPEG (Exif v.2.3) Raw (Canon CRW, 14-bit)
Optics & Focus
Autofocus	Contrast Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi-area Center Selective single-point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection Live View
Autofocus assist lamp	Yes
Manual focus	Yes
Number of focus points	61
Lens mount	Canon EF
Focal length multiplier	1×
Screen / viewfinder
Articulated LCD	Fixed
Screen size	3.2″
Screen dots	1,620,000
Touch screen	Yes
Screen type	TFT LCD
Live view	Yes
Viewfinder type	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage	100%
Viewfinder magnification	0.71×
Photography features
Minimum shutter speed	30 sec
Maximum shutter speed	1/8000 sec
Exposure modes	Program Shutter priority Aperture priority Manual Bulb Scene Intelligent Auto
Built-in flash	No
External flash	Yes (via hot shoe or flash sync port)
Flash X sync speed	1/200 sec
Drive modes	Single shooting Continuous hi/lo Silent single shooting Silent continuous 2/10 sec self-timer / remote control
Continuous drive	7.0 fps
Self-timer	Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom)
Metering modes	Multi Center-weighted Spot Partial
Exposure compensation	±5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
AE Bracketing	±3 (2, 3, 5, 7 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
WB Bracketing	Yes
Videography features
Resolutions	4096 x 2160 (29.97p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 29.97p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (119.9p)
Format	MPEG-4, Motion JPEG
Videography notes	8.8MP stills can be grabbed from 4K video; camera supports ALL-I, IPB and IPB Light compression.
Microphone	Mono
Speaker	Mono
Storage
Storage types	CompactFlash + SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I enabled)
Connectivity
USB	USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec)
HDMI	Yes (mini-HDMI)
Microphone port	Yes
Headphone port	Yes
Wireless	Built-In
Wireless notes	802.11b/g/n + NFC
Remote control	Yes (wired, wireless, or smartphone)
Physical
Environmentally sealed	Yes
Battery	Battery Pack
Battery description	LP-E6N lithium-ion battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	900
Weight (inc. batteries)	890 g (1.96 lb / 31.39 oz)
Dimensions	151 x 116 x 76 mm (5.94 x 4.57 x 2.99″)
Other features
Orientation sensor	Yes
GPS	Built-in

5D Mk4 camera rumours – pre release rumours

2016 August

24th Prices suggested : Canon EOS 5D Mark IV: $3499 in the US, $4299 in Canada and €3700 on the continent (as we have long called Europe ;-)
21st Canon’s own shop shows LP-E6N battery compatibility for the 5D mk4 [Canon US]
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The battery grip BG-E20 for the 5D4 [Nok]

19th Cameras and stuff ssems to be shipping around the world, so would be available pretty soon [PR]
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Specs for the 5D4 from a mixture of sources – note that I’m using Google translation so some may not be as clear as I’d like ;-)

30.4mp | 7fps | 150,000 shot rating for shutter

DIGIC 6+

100% viewfinder | Magnification: 0.71

LCD: 3.2 inches 1.62 million dot touch panel | LCD tone adjustment (warm / standard / cool1 / cool2)

Dual Pixel RAW: record one normal RAW file as well as a Dual Pixel RAW file. You can then use Canon’s Digital Photo Professional and have access to three new post processing techniques:

Image Micro-adjustment: by using the depth information, fine adjustment enables the position of the maximum sharpness and resolution

Bokeh Shift: to change the position of the previous blur (original: re-positions the viewpoint of foreground bokeh for a more pleasing result)

Ghosting Reduction: reduces the ghost and flare

New noise reduction algorithm

61 point AF, 41 crosstype | -3ev (-4ev in live view)
150,000-pixel RGB + IR metering sensor. 252 zone photometry | EOS iSA system | EOS iTR system | Anti-flicker
ISO 100-102400 (extended sensitivity)
24/30fps @ 4K | 60fps @ 1080 | 120fps @ 720 | 4:2:2 | 8bit 500mbps MJPEG | Full HD: ALL-I (For editing / I-only), IPB (Standard), IPB (Light) | HD: ALL-I (I-only)
RAW file size

RAW: 6270 (?) x 4480 ~36.8MB | DPRAW: 6270 (?) x 4480 ~66.9MB | M-RAW: 5040 x 3360 ~27.7MB | S-RAW: 3360 x 2240 ~18.9MB

New Picture Style “Fine Detail”

Dust and weathersealed

8.8mp still from 4K video

Time-lapse movie

Electronic Level, 2 axis

Mirror vibration control system (MVCS)

Built-in interval timer and valve (?) timer
GPS | Wi-Fi | FTP | NFC

SD / SDHC / SDXC and CompactFlash TypeII
USB 3.0, HDMI, microphone
Battery: LP-E6N / LP-E6
900 shot battery life (approx)
Size X 116.4Mm X 150.7Mm 75.9Mm
Weight 890g (1.96lbs)

17th A flood of pictures and specs (Photos via NOK also at DCI)

Note the new model designation badge

It looks as if the remote release socket has been moved to the side

A few changes at the back in layout

Still the same for the card side

16th A full list of Canon’s product announcements appear [DCI-xlt]
EOS 5D Mark IV body
EOS 5D Mark IV + 24-70 lens kit
EOS 5D Mark IV + 24-105 lens kit
Battery Grip BG-E20
Wi-Fi adapter W-E1
7D Mark II + 18-135 USM lens kit
7D Mark II + W-E1
EF24-105mm F4L IS II USM
EF16-35mm F2.8L III USM

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The plot thickens … several comments assure me that the pic -is- real.

Time to get working on a photo of my 5Ds… ;-)

15th The ‘image of a camera’ below is likely a fake – at PR they have comments from the person who photoshopped it ;-)

Just when I was fearing that the art of faking unannounced products was a dying art…

12th A few more specs appear [CR]
7fps / WiFi / GPS / 422 / 8bit 500mbps MJPEG

10th Thanks to the anonymous sender of this image of a camera ;-)

Note the different prism bump (for GPS/WiFi I expect) and the change in name model label.
This goes with the suggestion that there has been a re-jig of port layout.
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A few more possible specs push the 5D4 to 30MP… [CR]

30mp, Compact Flash/SD Card Slots
24/30fps @ 4K, 60fps @ 1080, 120fps @ 720
USB 3, Cable release port moved to the front of the camera where the “Mark XX” badge was.
A lot more touchscreen functionality than the EOS-1D X Mark II
Other ergonomic changes, such as a new “locking switch” on the rear of the camera.

A photo should be doing the rounds by the time I get up in the morning – but I’m working away, so updates may be delayed
9th Info about the 5D4 is still thin on the ground – There is a suggestion [CR] that the body price will be somewhat lower than the 5D3 came in at, and that we’ll see two kit otions, one with the new 24-105 mk2 and one with the f4 24-70.

I expect some leaked documentation to appear within a couple of weeks of the launch, and maybe a box photo or some more distinct shots of it being tested…

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If you’re looking for a printer to print your new 5D mk4 photos, I’ve just finished a very long review of Canon’s PRO-2000 printer – this follows on from my recent PRO-1000 review
3rd Canon have a ‘fivegraphy‘ event in Japan on the 27th, celebrating the EOS 5D range. [Goog xlt]
I wonder what else they might be including…
The image from the page (with shadows opened out a bit) shows a camera with a different bump on top at the end.
Is it the old 5D or have they sneaked in the mk4?

July

30th In ‘not real news’, several sites are creating product pages for the 5D mk4, which would be why we have posts on this page going back to 2011…
I’d suggest that our 2011 ones are about as relevant for 5D4 details as those empty product pages popping up recently ;-)

And yes, we have had a 5D mk5 page for some time ;-)

27th Solid leaks for the 5D4 are still lacking. A ‘retail source’ suggests [CR] that the camera will be 30MP – somewhat higher than the ‘currently popular’ 26/28MP.

We’re close enough to a launch that some large suppliers will have been given briefings, but only at very senior levels in the company, and then on pain of nasty things happening to their business, if they tell anyone ;-)

21st A good date for the 5D4? Thursday the 25th of August… [CR] expects a 24-105 f4L IS mk2 to appear with it.
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I was kindly sent some screen grabs from a US TV show where there are a couple of Canon DSLRs being used for close shots, mounted on a golf cart. It seems that the footage from these cameras looked just a bit too good for a 5D3.
I’ve no idea about the show, “America’s Got Talent” or how good footage you really need to show whether it does…
However, here are crops from the screen shots I was sent [thanks]

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20th The flow of info about the 5D mk4 seems to be about to start.
The speed an ‘it will have something new’ rumour went round yesterday shows the level of interest (or desperation to fill page space ;-)

OK, I’ll bite … I’m hoping to see a proper RAW based RGB histogram, accurate clipping indication and a usable ETTR exposure mode. 

I suspect it could be rolled out elsewhere as a firmware update, where I would find it of great use with my 5Ds…

For more ‘real’ info, I’m testing the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 lens on my 5Ds and it is rather good – see a sample pic on the lens rumour page.
UPDATE – see full 12mm review
14th Is this the 5D4 on its way? An Indonesian certification authority mentions a new Canon camera manufactured in Japan, with WiFi and GPS [DCI via Goog xlt]

Canon registration contents
– Equipment: Digital camera
– Model name: Canon DS126601
– Manufacturing: Japan
– Date: July 1, 2016

Could be something else, but we’re in the right timeframe for the 5D mk4

11th A 5D4 ‘spec list’ seems to be doing the rounds – no idea of the source. Looks generally plausible…
28MP, 9fps, 4k video etc etc ;-)
See the full list [CR]
5th It’s suggested that the 5D4 will have a CFast 2.0 slot and a SDXC UHS-II slot [CR]
Seems reasonable if you want to shoot 4k video

June

15th A new patent for a 24-105mm F4 lens appears [EG-xlt] most likely the Mk2 version to appear with the 5D mk4 this summer – deatils on the main lens page
8th A photo from a video shoot might show (only just) the 5D mk4. Read the background to the photo at [EHD]

3rd One from the numerology department? – it was pointed out to us that there is a space for a 5th camera on the UK Canon pro dslr page. The corresponding ‘enhusiast’ page fills the row with 4.

Yes folks, there really is that little info about any new 5D series camera yet…

May

22nd Strong suggestions that the 5D4 is out for testing and that it will have 4k video [CR]
13th It seems that the 32MP rumour has been circulating for a few days –

A reminder about the important note at the top of the page…

and another to myself to treat anonymised emails with suitable amounts of scepticism… ;-)

Sites and sources unwilling to say who they really are should always get extra large pinches of salt.

12th We’re sent a suggestion that the 5D4 will be “32MP with a 24MP mode” and be shown at Photokina.

From an unknown source, supposedly via a Canon contact. I note that most wishlists and the like (aka rumoured 5D4 specs) put the MP at a more reasonable ~24MP. 

32MP isn’t actually that much higher, and given the ability of the 5Ds to shoot at a reasonable rate, it’s not beyond capabilities.

April

27th Whilst still with a whiff of ‘wish list’ about them, some plausible specifications for the 5D4 appear [CR]
24.2MP Sensor | 61 AF Points (41 crosstype) | DIGIC 7+ (Single) |7fps | ISO 100-51,200 (expandable options)
3.2″ touchscreen LCD | CFast/SD card slots | Wifi | GPS built-in | BG-E20 battery grip | LP-E20 battery
Slight weight reduction
22nd It seems the 5D4 might have a different design of battery grip [CR]

Nothing much new has appeared for a while now, so I’m moving the 5D4 to the August ‘slot’ and the 6D 2 back to 2017. The March 5D3 shortages seem to have amounted to not a lot, so still no imminent announcement…

4th A few more hints about the 5D4 – 4k video, WiFi, GPS and touchscreen [CR]

So, what to make of this? It doesn’t contradict anything I’ve been told (which is frankly not a lot).

There will by now be quite a market waiting for the 5D4, since by Photokina (20th Sept.) the 5D mk3 will have been round longer than any other Canon DSLR apart from the 7D (not exact but see the timeline below).

As ever, read the note to new visitors at the top of the page…

I see some sites still going in for the ‘We said this first’ contest. That old saying [WP] about monkeys, typewriters and Shakespeare springs to mind… ;-)