Let’s see how the big Canon 5D IV compares to a mirrorless Canon M6. They both have the number 5 in their names, but specification and size wise, they’re very different.
Our comparison table below covers all the important specifications of each camera. Below that, we specifically talk about the new improvements and which model is better suited for your needs.
Canon 5D IV | Canon M6 | |
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Megapixels | 30.4 | 24.2 |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor Format | Full Frame | APS-C |
Crop Factor | None | 1.6x |
AA Filter | Yes | Yes |
Image Resolution | 6720 x 4480 | 6000 x 4000 |
Body Image Stabilization | No | Yes (Movie only) |
Lens Mount | Canon EF | Canon EF-M |
ISO | 100 - 32,000 | 100 - 25,600 |
Expanded ISO | 102,400 | None |
AF Points | 61 | 49 Hybrid |
Cross-type AF Points | 41 | Dual Pixel AF |
Continuous Mode | 7fps | 7fps |
LCD | 3.2" - Fixed | 3.0" - Articulating |
LCD Resolution | 1,620,000 dots | 1,040,000 dots |
Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
Focus Peaking | No | Yes |
Top LCD Display | Yes | No |
Viewfinder Type | Optical | Optional |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.71x | |
Video Resolution | 4096x2160 (30/25/24p) | 1920x1080 (60/50/30/25/24p |
1920x1080 (60/50/30/25/24p | 1280x720 (60/50p) | |
Microphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Jack | Yes | No |
Memory Card Type | CF + SD | SD |
Dual Card Slots | Yes | No |
SD UHS Support | UHS-I & UDMA7 | UHS-I |
Fastest Shutter Speed | 1/8000 | 1/4000 |
Slowest Shutter Speed | 30" | 30" |
Bulb Mode | Yes | Yes |
JPEG Buffer Size | Unlimited | 26 |
RAW Buffer Size | 19 | 17 |
Time Lapse | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/200 | 1/200 |
Startup Time | 0.5s | |
Built-in Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
Built-in GPS | Yes | No |
Built- in NFC | Yes | Yes |
Bluetooth | No | Yes |
USB Type | USB 3.0 | USB 2.0 |
Environmentally Sealed | Yes | No |
Battery Life (CIPA) | 900 shots | 295 shots |
Battery Included | Yes (LP-E6N) | Yes (LP-E17) |
Weight | 31.4 oz (890g) | 12.1 oz (343g) |
Size | 5.9 x 4.6 x 3.0" | 4.4 x 2.7 x 1.8" |
Price | Amazon | Amazon |
Release Date | 2016 | 2017 |
Canon 5D Mark IV Advantages:
- Sensor – Bigger sensor with 6 more megapixels
- Higher ISO Range – 2 stops higher maximum ISO with slightly less overall noise
- Auto Focus – The 5D IV has 61 vs 49 AF points, and 41 of those are cross-type. Because of that, the 5D IV will be even better for moving subjects
- LCD Size – 3.2″ vs 3.0″ with a higher resolution as well
- 4K Video – Available in 30/25/24p
- Headphone Jack – Great for monitoring audio quality
- Faster Max Shutter Speed – 1/8000 vs 1/4000
- Dual Memory Cards – You can use CF and SD cards
- Buffer – Unlimited JPEG buffer versus 26
- Startup Time – 0.5s vs 1.2s
- Connections – The 5D IV features built-in GPS
- USB 3.0 vs 2.0 – Faster file transferring out of the camera
- Environmentally Sealed – More protected for shooting in the rain/snow/dust etc.
- Battery Life – 600 shots longer
The Canon 5D IV is an expensive, professional DSLR with a full frame sensor, so it’s no surprise that it beats the battle in pretty much everything. More megapixels, more AF points, 4K Video, bigger buffer, longer battery life and
You can buy it at Amazon or read more reviews here.
Canon M6 Advantages:
- Body Stabilization – The M6 has built-in 5-axis electronic stabilization for video only
- LCD Screen – It’s fully articulated and better for shooting subjects below or above you
- Focus Peaking – The camera highlights what’s in focus, which is great when focusing manually or recording videos
- Built-in flash
- Bluetooth
- Size & Weight – The Canon M6 weighs twice as less and is a lot smaller
- Less expensive – The M6 body costs around $2700 less
The Canon M6 is great if you’re looking for a small mirrorless camera with a high megapixel sensor and like Canon’s EF-M lenses, or want to use an adapter to fully use the EF ones. On the inside, it’s basically like the Canon 80D.
hYou can buy it at Amazon or read more reviews here.
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