The Next Chapter of Canon EOS, 1D Mark IV

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The Next Chapter of Canon EOS, 1D Mark IV

Posted by Foto Care | Posted in Product Reviews
Posted on May 3, 2010 at 11:11 am

Offering a comprehensive combination of speed, accuracy and image quality, the EOS-1D Mark IV is the perfect choice for professional photographers and subjects on the move.

With a completely redesigned 45‐point AF system including 39 cross‐type points, a new AI Servo II AF focus tracking system with improved algorithm, combined with 10 fps continuous shooting, the EOS‐1D Mark IV fast and powerful, and can handle high‐speed situations with ease.

An APS‐H sized16.1 Megapixel CMOS Sensor, Dual DIGIC 4 Image Processors, a spectacular ISO range of 100 ‐12800 (up to 102400 in H3 mode) with an advanced noise reduction system helps ensure sharp, low‐noise images even in low‐light situations. Add advanced Live View shooting, full HD movie recording with selectable frame rates, and manual exposure control plus a host of new features that enhance every facet of the shooting process. The EOS‐1D Mark IV is the choice of professionals looking for the ultimate in SLR performance.

Professionally Proven, High‐Speed AF.
New 45‐point Area AF sensor including 39 cross‐type AF points with f/2.8 support plus new AI Servo II AF with improved algorithm.

The EOS‐1D Mark IV has a newly developed, high‐precision Area AF sensor with 45 manually selectable points including 39 cross‐type, high‐precision AF points for exacting and fast focusing no matter the subject. New AI Servo II AF focus tracking features improved algorithms that help improve stability, reliability and focus no matter the situation.

Whether shooting a fast‐paced soccer game or shooting a close‐up of a bee on a wind‐blown flower during macro photography, AI Servo II AF helps ensure sharp focus every time. AF point selection has been improved as well. Photographers can select their own point through either the camera’s Multicontroller or Main Dial/Quick Control Dial. Automatic selection is as simple as the press of a button. With Custom functions, photographers can select their own default focus point to automatically switch between horizontal and vertical shooting and can even choose to have primary focus supported by adjacent focus points for more accuracy with moving subjects