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Some EOS 5D Mark IV Information [CR1]

switters said:
Late to the party here, but this single feature nearly made me ditch my 5DIII for a mirrorless system like the X-T1, which has this ability. The 1D series is way too much camera for what I need; it's really frustrating to have to upgrade for this single reason.

Can someone point me toward info on enabling this feature using Magic Lantern?

The X-T1 only has spot metering in the center, just like the non-1D Canon bodies. AFAIK there aren't any mirrorless bodies that offer spot metering linked to AF point.
 
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josephz1994 said:
Worth waiting for the Canon 5D Mark IV? or just purchase the 5D iii now ?
Hi Joseph!

It always depends on what you need and when you need it. And of course on your bank account ;)

If you buy a 5D3 now, you'll get an extraordinary tool, mechanical built, AF technology, etc. for a great price right now but a sensor and IQ that is 4 years old but not limiting a whole bunch of pros and amateurs around the world.

If you can afford to wait some extra months - maybe more than a year, because we don't know when the 5D4 will be released - then you'll get an extraordinary tool with everything a little bit better, maybe quite notable better than the 5D3 but also for an extraordinary price close to the MRSP and not getting lower for the first 6 months.

By the way: Lately all manufacturers had some flaws with their cameras during the first few months after the market introductions. (hoping, the 5D4 will be perfect)
 
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