Description
30.4 Megapixels
Outstanding image quality
Dual Pixel RAW
Innovative post-production
Dual Pixel CMOS AF
Stunningly accurate focus ability
7 fps
Never miss a moment
150000 pixel AF metering
Exceptional low-light performance
GPS image specifications
Track and log location details
Wi-Fi NFC
Easyconnection with smart devices
4K EOS Movies
Capture 8MP stills with ease
DIGIC 6+
Super-fast image processing
Technical Specifications
[current firmware version on camera]: 1.4.0
Lens Mount Canon EF
Camera Format Full-Frame (1x Crop Factor)
Pixels Actual: 31.7 Megapixel
Effective: 30.4 Megapixel
Maximum Resolution 6720 x 4480
Aspect Ratio 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Sensor Type CMOS
Sensor Size 36 x 24 mm
Image File Format JPEG, Raw
Bit Depth 14-Bit
Image Stabilization None
Exposure Control
ISO Sensitivity Auto, 100 to 32000 (Extended: 50 to 102400)
Shutter Speed Electronic Front Curtain Shutter
1/8000 to 30 Seconds
Bulb Mode
Metering Method Evaluative, Partial, Spot
Exposure Modes Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Shutter Priority
Exposure Compensation -5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
Metering Range 0 to 20 EV
White Balance Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Custom, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent (White), Shade, Tungsten
Continuous Shooting Up to 7 fps at 30 MP for up to 21 Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames
Interval Recording Yes
Self-Timer 2/10-Second Delay
Mirror Lock-Up Yes
Video
Recording Modes M-JPEG 4:2:2 8-Bit
DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 23.976p/24.00p/29.97p [500 Mb/s]
MOV
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 59.94p [180 Mb/s]
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/24.00p/29.97p [90 Mb/s]
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 59.94p [60 Mb/s]
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/24.00p/29.97p [30 Mb/s]
HD (1280 x 720) at 119.88p [160 Mb/s]
MP4
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 59.94p [60 Mb/s]
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/24.00p/29.97p [30 Mb/s]
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 29.97p [12 Mb/s]
External Recording Modes Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 59.94p
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/24.00p/29.97p
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 29.97p
HD (1280 x 720) at 120p
Recording Limit Up to 29 Minutes, 59 Seconds for DCI 4K (4096 x 2160)
Video Encoding NTSC/PAL
ISO Sensitivity Auto: 100 to 32000
Audio Recording Built-In Microphone (Mono)
External Microphone Input
Audio File Format AAC, Linear PCM (Stereo)
Focus
Focus Type Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode Continuous-Servo AF (C), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S)
Autofocus Points Phase Detection: 61 (41 Cross-Type)
Autofocus Sensitivity -3 to +18 EV
Viewfinder and Monitor
Viewfinder Type Optical (Pentaprism)
Viewfinder Eye Point 21 mm
Viewfinder Coverage 100%
Viewfinder Magnification Approx. 0.71x
Diopter Adjustment -3 to +1
Size 3.2″
Resolution 1,620,000 Dot
Display Type Fixed Touchscreen LCD
Flash
Built-In Flash No
Maximum Sync Speed 1/200 Second
Flash Compensation -3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
Dedicated Flash System eTTL
External Flash Connection Hot Shoe, PC Terminal
Interface
Media/Memory Card Slot Slot 1: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
Slot 2: CompactFlash (UDMA 7)
Connectivity 3.5mm Headphone, 3.5mm Microphone, Canon N3, HDMI C (Mini), USB Micro-B (USB 3.0)
Wireless Wi-Fi
GPS Yes
Environmental
Operating Temperature 32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Operating Humidity 0 to 85%
Physical
Battery 1 x LP-E6N Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1865 mAh
Dimensions (W x H x D) 5.9 x 4.6 x 3″ / 150.7 x 116.4 x 75.9 mm
Weight 1.76 lb / 800 g (Body Only)
Power Consumption
⚡ Canon EOS 5D Mark IV • Electrical & Power Profile
- Operating Voltage: 7.2V DC (Internal LP-E6N / LP-E6NH Battery Slot) / 8.0V DC via DR-E6 DC Coupler
- Power Draw (Still Photography / Standby): ~4W to 5W
- Power Draw (Active 4K Motion JPEG Recording): ~10W (While actively recording 4K 500Mbps Motion JPEG in Live View with Dual Pixel CMOS AF and rear LCD enabled)
- Internal Battery Standard: 1x Canon LP-E6N (~14Wh) or LP-E6NH (~16Wh) 7.2V Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery (Supports 2x packs via BG-E20 battery grip)
- External Supply Options: Canon DR-E6 dummy battery coupler powered from a 7.4V NP-F plate or regulated 14.4V V-Mount D-Tap step-down cable
⏱️ Estimated Operating Runtimes (10W Production Average @ 85% Efficiency)
- 🔋 1x Canon LP-E6N / LP-E6NH (~14Wh–16Wh): ~1.2 to 1.3 hours (70 to 80 minutes)
- 🔋 NP-F 570 (26Wh via 7.4V Plate + Dummy): ~2.2 hours (2h 12m)
- 🔋 NP-F 770 (47Wh via 7.4V Plate + Dummy): ~4.0 hours (4h 00m)
- 🔋 NP-F 980 (74Wh via 7.4V Plate + Dummy): ~6.3 hours (6h 17m)
- 🔋 V-Mount 98Wh (via Regulated Dummy): ~8.3 hours (8h 19m)
- 🔋 V-Mount 150Wh (via Regulated Dummy): ~12.8 hours (12h 45m)
📊 Engineering Note: The 85% Efficiency Standard
- Usable Energy Derating: Published calculations apply a standard 0.85 multiplier (Usable Wh = Rated Wh × 0.85). DSLR systems enforce an automated low-voltage threshold to preserve CF/SD card file-header closure and prevent clip corruption. The remaining variance accounts for thermal dissipation in step-down DC-DC voltage conversion.
⚠️ Production Advisory: Note that the EOS 5D Mark IV USB port is for data tethering only and does not support USB-C Power Delivery charging; continuous external power requires a regulated DR-E6 dummy battery coupler.
🛠️ Full Rig Planning: Engineering a multi-accessory payload including wireless video, on-board monitors, or lens motors? Access the interactive FRENEL Power & Battery Runtime Calculator to model cumulative amperage draw across your complete camera build.
Included
Canon 5D Mark IV 4K EF is available to rent at FRENEL rental.