Dave Maze Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 I've been seriously considering the 5D IV as a upgrade to my 1DC. And I was thinking, same AF, same 8bit 4:2:2 codec, same canon color as the 1DX II but half the weight and size! i finally found a great wide angle option for the 4k crop on this camera with the new Tamron 10-24mm HLD http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1317273-REG That Tamron paired with a sigma 18-35 gives you a great kit for 4k with little compromise. The only thing I don't like is the significantly worse rolling shutter compared to the 1DX II in 4k (tho I'm pretty sure 5D IV in 4k is similar to my 1DC) and the lack of 4k at 60p... I already have all the CF cards left over from my 1DC! I'm about to start vlogging more and with the SmallHD Focus I can have a "flip out" screen when I need it. I added up the weight and a GH5 with the 8-15 lens is only a few oz lighter than the 5D IV with tamron. I would way rather have canons AF and color science PLUS future CLog and obviously full frame STILLS! To take pictures of my future baby (my wife is pregnant with our first child) idk. It seems like an actual "upgrade" sorta to my 1DC. Obviously there are a few down sides but I'm already used to the MJPEG codec, have the cards, have the glass, love the colors, etc. i just havent seen many people at ALL giving this little camera a chance. Would love to see more action out of this guy. I think there is some gold there if you look hard enough (and use the right glass) 1.7x crop is what the Blackmagic Production camera was. Which means same for the original URSA and AJA CION. It's manageable. If this camera cost $1500 and was placed as more of a competitor to the a6500 (for video), people wouldn't be as upset about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronFilm Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 45 minutes ago, DaveAltizer said: If this camera cost $1500 and was placed as more of a competitor to the a6500 (for video), people wouldn't be as upset about it. Exactly. Classic Canon. Overpriced. Under delivering. I wouldn't say no to buying a Canon camera, but only if I get it at waaay under market price. Which is how I purchased my Canon 50D Marco Tecno, Dave Maze and Escapist 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunjoye Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Thats a side way move imho . Unless you are upgrading to the 1DXMK2. No point going from the 1DC to the 5MkIV. The C-log is welcomed addition but what else? If the 5DMKIV gets hacked by ML. Then, I will consider it. webrunner5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trek of Joy Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Used 5d4's are selling for $2750 on Fred Miranda. Personally I prefer the 5d form factor over the 1d - but that's a personal thing. A newer sensor, more MP, Clog, touchscreen and DPAF would make it a significant upgrade IMO. Kisaha and Dave Maze 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Maze Posted May 5, 2017 Author Share Posted May 5, 2017 5 hours ago, Trek of Joy said: Used 5d4's are selling for $2750 on Fred Miranda. Personally I prefer the 5d form factor over the 1d - but that's a personal thing. A newer sensor, more MP, Clog, touchscreen and DPAF would make it a significant upgrade IMO. Agreed! mercer and Trek of Joy 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kubrickian Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 I've been using 5DIVs where I work and just shot a rallycross race last week with them. The touchscreen and DPAF is great, and so is the 1080p 60. The rolling shutter in 4k is baaaaad though, especially for something with fast action like a car race. The 4k crop does come in handy when you need reach. kaylee and Dave Maze 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webrunner5 Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 Well I guess a lot depends on if you plan on using any long, heavier lenses now, or in the future. the 1D series is way better for that purpose. The 5D mkIV works for shorter lenses, but I doubt the weight difference is that much of a saving over the 1D. I don't have much of a love for either one. I agree with IronFilm, they both are just too overpriced for video use for what you get. Canon in reality just doesn't give a shit about video for anything they make, unless it starts with a C---. And even the C series seems gimped as hell at times. I have no clue what they think about in a Boardroom meeting about video?? I think maybe They are clueless at times. They sure as heck are not market leaders in Video. Sony has that honor by miles. But I think everyone needs to pick up the pace that is behind in video. I am sure even Still Digital cameras will be using Video in a sense, just lke the 6k Photo mode mode is in the GH5. People will just take bursts of video and pick out the best for Photos. IronFilm 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Maze Posted May 5, 2017 Author Share Posted May 5, 2017 1 hour ago, Kubrickian said: I've been using 5DIVs where I work and just shot a rallycross race last week with them. The touchscreen and DPAF is great, and so is the 1080p 60. The rolling shutter in 4k is baaaaad though, especially for something with fast action like a car race. The 4k crop does come in handy when you need reach. Do you know the actual rolling shutter measurement? Is it worse than an a6300? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kubrickian Posted May 5, 2017 Share Posted May 5, 2017 I don't think it's worse than the a6300, and I may have just noticed it way more because I was filming fast-moving cars with a 100-400. edit: Ouch I guess it is as bad as the Sony: https://***URL removed***/news/7057004492/don-t-get-ahead-of-yourself-canon-eos-5d-mark-iv-rolling-shutter-test webrunner5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webrunner5 Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 4 hours ago, Kubrickian said: I don't think it's worse than the a6300, and I may have just noticed it way more because I was filming fast-moving cars with a 100-400. edit: Ouch I guess it is as bad as the Sony: https://***URL removed***/news/7057004492/don-t-get-ahead-of-yourself-canon-eos-5d-mark-iv-rolling-shutter-test YIKES! God Damn! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaime Valles Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 4 hours ago, Kubrickian said: I don't think it's worse than the a6300, and I may have just noticed it way more because I was filming fast-moving cars with a 100-400. edit: Ouch I guess it is as bad as the Sony: https://***URL removed***/news/7057004492/don-t-get-ahead-of-yourself-canon-eos-5d-mark-iv-rolling-shutter-test Wow. That's... pretty bad. Rolling shutter is something I always research before buying a camera, and after seeing that link I'm glad I haven't gotten the 5D4. My 1DX2 is certainly expensive, but it does just fine with fast motion. Dave Maze and DBounce 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Maze Posted May 6, 2017 Author Share Posted May 6, 2017 2 hours ago, Jaime Valles said: Wow. That's... pretty bad. Rolling shutter is something I always research before buying a camera, and after seeing that link I'm glad I haven't gotten the 5D4. My 1DX2 is certainly expensive, but it does just fine with fast motion. Ya I've read that 1DX II handles rolling shutter really well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBounce Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 I think the logical upgrade to a 1DC is the 1DMKii. The two handle the same. All lenses are native. If you are comfortable with the 1DC you will be at home with the 1DXMKii. I also suspect it will not be made obsolete every six months like Sony cameras. So it should retain reasonable value. If you can't get the job done with a 1DXMKii, then it's time to consider refining your skills. Dave Maze 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arikhan Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Does someone know what happens, when recording 4K on the 5D m3 / 1DX m2 externally? When recording 4K, the output will be only 1080p...BUT: Is this "native 1080p" or downsampled 1080p from the 4K (generally top-notch quality when downsampling) running? If so, this could be a great solution to Bypass the poor Canon in camera 1080p One could get top notch 1080p and save disk space, because one does not have to store petabytes of Canon original 4K data Someone out there who knows or could test? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Maze Posted May 6, 2017 Author Share Posted May 6, 2017 2 hours ago, Arikhan said: Does someone know what happens, when recording 4K on the 5D m3 / 1DX m2 externally? When recording 4K, the output will be only 1080p...BUT: Is this "native 1080p" or downsampled 1080p from the 4K (generally top-notch quality when downsampling) running? If so, this could be a great solution to Bypass the poor Canon in camera 1080p One could get top notch 1080p and save disk space, because one does not have to store petabytes of Canon original 4K data Someone out there who knows or could test? Pretty sure James Miller (Philip Bloom's buddy) did some tests with this with the 1DC which has similar external outputs. Ive done tests with my 1DC. When shooting 4k the external output is a really nice clean 1080p and you get that "full frameish" look. 4 hours ago, DBounce said: I think the logical upgrade to a 1DC is the 1DMKii. The two handle the same. All lenses are native. If you are comfortable with the 1DC you will be at home with the 1DXMKii. I also suspect it will not be made obsolete every six months like Sony cameras. So it should retain reasonable value. If you can't get the job done with a 1DXMKii, then it's time to consider refining your skills. I agree. I'm considering it for sure. I just like the idea of having a smaller camera. The 5D is half the weight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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