Canon EOS 5D Mark IV vs Canon EOS R5
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and Canon EOS R5. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV were released 2016 and Canon EOS R5 was released 2020. That is a 4 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | 2016 |
Canon EOS R5 | 2020 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV is a DSLR camera while Canon EOS R5 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Canon Full Frame") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Since both cameras have a Full frame sensor there will be no crop factor.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Canon EOS R5 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV has a 30 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS R5 has 45 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV |
30 MP
30105600 pixels 6720 x 4480 |
Canon EOS R5 |
45 MP
44761088 pixels 8192 x 5464 |
Canon EOS R5 has a 49 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 5D Mark IV. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS R5. Canon EOS 5D Mark IV has an ISO range that stretches from 50 to 102400 while Canon EOS R5 has 100 to 51200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | 50-102400 |
Canon EOS R5 | 100-51200 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS R5 belongs to the Canon EOS R-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS R
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS R5
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 5D Mark IV can shoot up to 7 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS R5 can shoot up to 20 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | 7 |
Canon EOS R5 | 20 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and Canon EOS R5 can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV weighs 890 gr (equal to 1.96 lb) which is 21% heavier than Canon EOS R5 and its 738 gr (or 1.63 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | 890 gr 1.96 lb |
Canon EOS R5 | 738 gr 1.63 lb |
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV vs Canon EOS R5 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and Canon EOS R5, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV |
Canon EOS R5 |
Name | Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | Canon EOS R5 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV |
Canon EOS R5 |
Release Year | 2016 | 2020 |
Release Date | 2016-08-28 | 2020-07-09 |
MSRP | 3499 USD | 3899 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV |
Canon EOS R5 |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV |
Canon EOS R5 |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6720 x 4480 pixels | 8192 x 5464 pixels |
Megapixels | 30 MP | 45 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 6+ | DIGIC X |
Image |
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV |
Canon EOS R5 |
ISO Range | 50 - 102400 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 8 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor-Shift. Works with lens-based IS systems for maximum shake reduction.) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV |
Canon EOS R5 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 61 | 1053 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF See Compatible Lenses |
Canon RF See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV |
Canon EOS R5 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3,2” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 1620000 | 2100000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.71× | 0.76× |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | 5760000 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV |
Canon EOS R5 |
Frames per second | 7 fps | 20 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV |
Canon EOS R5 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 |
H.265 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 7680 x 4320 8192 x 4320 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV |
Canon EOS R5 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV |
Canon EOS R5 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-In (802.11b/g/n + NFC) |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac (dual-band) + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (wired, wireless, or smartphone) | Yes |
GPS |
Yes Built-in |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV |
Canon EOS R5 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E6N lithium-ion battery & charger
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LP-E6NH lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 900 shots | 320 shots |
Width | 151 mm | 138 mm |
Height | 116 mm | 98 mm |
Depth | 76 mm | 88 mm |
Weight | 890 gram | 738 gram |