Canon EOS 5D Mark IV To Feature 4K Video?

[rs]

[quote author="Canon Watch"]
Just recently a rumor surfaced stating that Canon may announce the EOS 5D Mark IV at the beginning of 2015. Now I have been told (thanks) that the successor of the EOS 5D Mark III could feature 4k video. The feature is going to be implemented, so the source, to further push the 5D into the videographers domain.

Currently Canon is featuring 4k on the EOS-1D C (Adorama | B&H Photo). It would be a more than welcome move if the 5D Mark IV would deliver 4k! Canon added HD recording to the EOS 5D Mark II, let’s hope the EOS 5D Mark IV will make the next step. Just to remind: full HD has a 1920 x 1080 resolution, 4K has a resolution of 4096 x 2160.
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http://www.canonwatch.com/canon-eos-5d-mark-iv-come-4k/

 

[Dylan777]

I didn't know there is video feature on 5D

 

[Don Haines]

I didn't know there is video feature on 5D

started on the 5D2...1920x1080

 

[Harry Muff]

Why do they bother making video cameras if video is such a big deal on SLRs? I hate the fact I had to spend so much extra for a feature I've used once on my 5D3.


Why can't they just split the lines properly and sell each one at a reasonable price?

 

[raptor3x]

Why do they bother making video cameras if video is such a big deal on SLRs? I hate the fact I had to spend so much extra for a feature I've used once on my 5D3.


Why can't they just split the lines properly and sell each one at a reasonable price?

How much extra do you think you're paying for video? Or do you hate live view as well?

 

[dppaskewitz]

I didn't know there is video feature on 5D

started on the 5D2...1920x1080

Tongue in cheek: My 5D definitely doesn't have a video feature.

I suspect what Dylan777 is playfully saying is that many participants on this forum never or seldom use the video features of their cameras (if present) and would not buy a 5DIV if 4K (whatever that is) were the only upgrade.

I realize that this may be a big deal for the video folk who participate on this forum.

And, I have no idea whether adding and upping the video features on a DSLR increases the cost or helps pay for the R&D for features that still photographers are coming to love (e.g., live view).

 

[privatebydesign]

And, I have no idea whether adding and upping the video features on a DSLR increases the cost or helps pay for the R&D for features that still photographers are coming to love (e.g., live view).

Live View comfortably predated video.

 

[gsealy]

I would think it is almost a given or necessary that Canon takes the 4K step with the 5D. There are some cameras in the market right now that shoot 4K and in the $2500-3000 price range. My guess is that they would support external recording with the Atomos. 4K gobbles up storage like nobody's business.

For those of you not into video, shooting video with a 5DIII gives you many alternatives using all the Canon lens, and it is much better in low light situations. We also use camcorders, which are easier and quicker to use. It depends on what your needs and goals are that determine which to use for a given situation.

 

[Besisika]

I would think it is almost a given or necessary that Canon takes the 4K step with the 5D. There are some cameras in the market right now that shoot 4K and in the $2500-3000 price range. My guess is that they would support external recording with the Atomos. 4K gobbles up storage like nobody's business.

For those of you not into video, shooting video with a 5DIII gives you many alternatives using all the Canon lens, and it is much better in low light situations. We also use camcorders, which are easier and quicker to use. It depends on what your needs and goals are that determine which to use for a given situation.

+1
I shoot both at the same time, 80% of my time and it is really convenient just to dial the shutter speed and ISO up and 1DX becomes one of the best video tool in the room. I have only one body and two lenses with me.
If 4K and the 70D autofocus is introduced to 5D, I would sell my 5D MK III, even at half price, to fund it.
Raw photographers outhere would appreciate the advantage of not shooting in JPG anylonger.
With the arrival of Davinci 11, color grading will finally be a fun.
I will be more exited in getting that than buying my dream lens 200mm f2.0 (I don't have the money anyway).

 

[IgotGASbadDude]

If 4K and the 70D autofocus is introduced to 5D, I would sell my 5D MK III, even at half price, to fund it.

I never shoot video and am quite content with my 5D3 autofocus so I call DIBS! on your 5D3 at half price . . . ;D

 

[Lee Jay]

I hate the fact I had to spend so much extra for a feature I've used once on my 5D3.

I guarantee you that the extra you are paying is negative.

 

[Lee Jay]

This might be disappointing news, as Canon might use 4K to differentiate the 7D replacement from the 5D replacement, meaning the 7D replacement wouldn't get 4K. That would be the disappointing part.

 

[sanj]

I didn't know there is video feature on 5D

 

[pedro]

[quote author="Canon Watch"]
Just recently a rumor surfaced stating that Canon may announce the EOS 5D Mark IV at the beginning of 2015. Now I have been told (thanks) that the successor of the EOS 5D Mark III could feature 4k video. The feature is going to be implemented, so the source, to further push the 5D into the videographers domain.

Currently Canon is featuring 4k on the EOS-1D C (Adorama | B&H Photo). It would be a more than welcome move if the 5D Mark IV would deliver 4k! Canon added HD recording to the EOS 5D Mark II, let’s hope the EOS 5D Mark IV will make the next step. Just to remind: full HD has a 1920 x 1080 resolution, 4K has a resolution of 4096 x 2160.

http://www.canonwatch.com/canon-eos-5d-mark-iv-come-4k/
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What might be the case is, that Canon will ask about 4K for it ;-)

 

[9VIII]

Will Canon's next high end camera get the same high end feature that every other high end camera (and cell phone) is getting?

...

Captain obvious strikes again.

 

[Besisika]

If 4K and the 70D autofocus is introduced to 5D, I would sell my 5D MK III, even at half price, to fund it.

I never shoot video and am quite content with my 5D3 autofocus so I call DIBS! on your 5D3 at half price . . . ;D

Understood,
Don't get me wrong, as a still gear it is one of the greatest cameras I have ever used. What doesn't make it the perfect one in my eyes is the lack of these two video features. I would pay, if they introduce the dual pixel and 4k for an additional price. Different market for different needs, I guess.

 

[Lee Jay]

This might be disappointing news, as Canon might use 4K to differentiate the 7D replacement from the 5D replacement, meaning the 7D replacement wouldn't get 4K. That would be the disappointing part.

As to whether or not the 7D replacement being disappointing without 4K, that'll depend on its price point. If it is over $2000, then yes. Under $2000, not as much.

With Panasonic offering it in a $900 hyperzoom, and it being offered in under $400 sports cameras, I don't think that's a good excuse.

 

[Juck]

This might be disappointing news, as Canon might use 4K to differentiate the 7D replacement from the 5D replacement, meaning the 7D replacement wouldn't get 4K. That would be the disappointing part.

I can't speak to the features of the 5D III replacement, but the 7D II absolutely 100% will not have 4k video.

 

[DanThePhotoMan]

If Canon puts 4k into the 5Dmk4, it'll probably be a 8bit 4:2:0 internal recording just like the GH4. Possibly 4:2:2 8bit to an external recorder, but I don't see them doing much more than that. Anything else would essentially eliminate the 1Dc in the eyes of any indie film maker, as well as anyone that doesn't need to do any kind of heavy grading.

 

[that1guyy]

This might be disappointing news, as Canon might use 4K to differentiate the 7D replacement from the 5D replacement, meaning the 7D replacement wouldn't get 4K. That would be the disappointing part.

I can't speak to the features of the 5D III replacement, but the 7D II absolutely 100% will not have 4k video.

Welcome to the forum. Interesting first post. What makes you say that? You're probably right but I cling on to the hope that Canon finally grows a pair and does something interesting.