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Testseek.com have collected 51 expert reviews of the Canon EOS 1D Mark 4 and the average rating is 92%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Canon EOS 1D Mark 4.
Award: Highest Rated April 2010
April 2010
 
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The editors liked

  • Updated autofocus system is quick and reliable and produces excellent sharpness
  • 10 frames per second shooting speed is still best in class
  • Superb HD movie mode
  • Increased resolution helps for better cropping.
  • Fast continuous shooting rate
  • Solid
  • Weatherresistant construction
  • Wide range of ISO sensitivities
  • Good image quality
  • Highly detailed 16MP images in a wide range of conditions
  • 10 frames per second shooting make it the fastest full-res camera on the market
  • Compatible with the most comprehensive lens range on the market
  • Excellent AF performance during our testing
  • Very...
  • Highspeed shooting
  • Fast focusing
  • High quality LCD screen
  • Unbelievable ISO range
  • Shallow DoF
  • Many frame rate and resolution choices
  • Excellent build and external controls
  • 16 megapixels
  • Insanely high ISOs
  • Low noise
  • Excellent 16-megapixel sensor with very low noise and superb detail
  • Dust removal technology reduces sensor cleaning chores
  • High-resolution 3.0-inch LCD makes checking focus and composing in Live View an excellent experience
  • Status display includes m...
  • This Canon camera features an ISO range of 50 102400

The editors didn't like

  • More noise at high ISOs compared to Nikon's D3 & D3s
  • Especially with skintones
  • Movie mode could be easier to use.
  • Cost
  • Size and weight
  • Movie mode (and live view to a lesser extent)
  • Feels tacked-on
  • Rather than integrated
  • Level of AF customization makes optimization challenging
  • Placement and interaction of AF customization options unhelpful
  • White balance isn't brilliant in artific...
  • Limited control on video shooting
  • Overcomplicated custom menus
  • No manual audio control
  • Complex autofocus
  • No dedicated switch between stills and video
  • Automatic white balance much too warm in incandescent lighting
  • Battery capacity is reduced from the larger screen and dust off system
  • No integrated help system for menus
  • Predictive autofocus tracking is not always reliable
  • Very complicated
  • Some lu...
  • No red eye reduction feature is available on this device.

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  Published: 2010-02-10, review by: photographybay.com

  • I think these results tell us that each manufacturer delivers superior RAW conversion over the in-camera processing and Adobe Lightroom 2. I am partial using Lightroom 2 in my everyday work flow and I hope that Lightroom 3′s promising noise reduction ...

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  Published: 2010-02-04, review by: photographybay.com

  • Abstract:  The Canon 1D Mark IV and Nikon D3s are the two latest powerhouse DSLRs from the respective manufacturers. As a quick rundown on the spec sheet, the Nikon D3s offers a 12.1-megapixel FX format sensor, while the Canon 1D Mark IV features a 16.1-megapixe...

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  Published: 2005-01-01, review by: akihabaranews.com

  • Now what can we say? Well to be very honest with you, we have been very disappointed by the 1D MK IV, so much so that we have started to wonder if the test camera we had did have some major flaws, however, it is interesting to notice that we also had s...

 
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  Published: 2012-08-21, review by: techradar.com/au/

  • Fullframe sensor, Superb AF, Great exposure system, Excellent noise control
  • No exposure compensation button on vertical grip, Heavy, No rating button, No incamera HDR
  • Buying Guide Canon vs Nikon: which DSLR should you buy? As the most recent addition to Canon's professional DSLR series, the Canon EOS-1DX showcases the company's camera building capability and doesn't disappoint. In fact, in some respects it exceeds expe...

 
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  Published: 2010-01-01, Author: Margaret , review by: photoreview.com.au

  • Abstract:  Canon's EOS-ID Mark IV replaces the popular Mark III model at the top of the company's 'APS-H' professional DSLR line-up, adding Full HD video capture, higher resolution, a new image processor and an improved AF system to the features of the previous m...

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  Published: 2010-04-08, review by: digicambuyer.co.uk

  • This was always going to be a great addition to the EOS range however this model should only be considered by those who need the large ISO range and advanced AF system. ...

 
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  Published: 2010-01-01, review by: amateurphotographer.co.uk

  • In many situations the Canon EOS-1D Mark IV captures superbly detailed images with natural, yet punchy colours. The AF system performs well, even in low light, although it is worth paying for fast lenses that get the best from it. Users also need to sp...

 
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  Published: 2009-11-24, review by: Photoradar.com

  • Abstract:  Of course, at £4,499 for the body only, it’s way beyond the budget of most non-professionals. So is it worth it? And what is it about the 1D that makes it the camera of choice for so many of the world’s news, sport and wildlife photographers? After all...

 
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  Published: 2009-10-30, Author: Cliff , review by: trustedreviews.com

  • Abstract:  As I reported , Canon has just announced the launch of the new EOS 1D Mk IV. It's not going on sale until the end of December, but earlier this week I attended the Canon Pro Photo Solutions 09 show at the Business Design Centre in London, where ...

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  Published: 2009-01-01, review by: practicalphotography.com

  • Abstract:  Canon’s latest professional workhorse, the EOS-1D Mk IV has finally been unveiled... At the end of last year, the EOS-1D Mk IV was announced to the world, with a host of new features crammed inside to keep professional photographers happy. It also prom...

 
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