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Canon EOS 1D Mark IV

Canon EOS 1D Mark IV
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alaScore 90

244 reviews

Jan, 2025

alaTest has collected and analyzed 244 reviews of Canon EOS 1D Mark IV. The average rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the reliability and screen. The durability and image quality are also appreciated. Some have doubts about the glare and portability. Reviews about the shutter and usability are mixed.

performance, image quality, durability, screen, reliability

price, portability, glare

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Canon EOS 1D Mark IV is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Canon EOS 1D Mark IV

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 3 user reviews of Canon EOS 1D Mark IV from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Views about the low light performance and performance are generally positive, whereas the screen and shutter get critical reviews.

reliability, performance, low-light

usability, shutter, screen

100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Jan, 2025

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Canon EOS 1D Mark IV

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of Canon EOS 1D Mark IV from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com.

100% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Jan, 2025

Expert review by : Cliff Smith (trustedreviews.com)

Canon EOS 1D Mk IV – Hands-on Preview

 

The ultimate press photographer's camera just got even better.

Handling the 1D Mk IV for the first time it's impossible not to be impressed. It's a big, heavy camera weighing almost 1.2Kg even without a lens, and the immediate impression is a feeling of solid reliability and competence. Canon has put as much...

Dec, 2011
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Expert review by : Amateur Photographer (amateurphotographer.co.uk)

Canon EOS-1D Mark IV review

 

In many situations the Canon EOS-1D Mark IV captures superbly detailed images with natural, yet punchy colours. The AF system performs well, even in low light, although it is worth paying for fast lenses that get the best from it. Users also need to...

Apr, 2014
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Expert review by (ephotozine.com)

Canon EOS 1D Mk IV

 

Preview of the Canon EOS 1D Mk IV digital DSLR camera by Will Cheung.

Apr, 2010
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Expert review by : Claire Gillo (digicambuyer.co.uk)

Canon EOS 1D MK IV

 

The long awaited professional body from Canon

This was always going to be a great addition to the EOS range however this model should only be considered by those who need the large ISO range and advanced AF system.

Apr, 2010
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Expert review by : Mat Gallagher (whatdigitalcamera.com)

Canon 1D Mark IV review

 

The Canon 1D Mark IV is Canon's most advanced DSLR to date with HD video, 102,400 ISO, and full customisation to suit the way you take pictures

High-speed shooting, fast focusing, high quality LCD screen, unbelievable ISO range

Limited control on video shooting, over-complicated custom menus

The 1D Mk IV is one of the best DSLRs ever produced. As to whether it is better or worse than Nikon’s D3s is too close to call without direct comparison testing between the two. It’s fair to say, though, that both have their benefits and faults and on...

Mar, 2010
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Expert review by (photoanswers.co.uk)

Canon EOS 1D Mark IV - Video

 

Join Darren Harbar as he takes a closer look at the new Canon EOS 1D Mark IV.

Feb, 2010
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Expert review by : Akihabara News (akihabaranews.com)

[Review] Canon 1D Mark IV

 

Now what can we say? Well to be very honest with you, we have been very disappointed by the 1D MK IV, so much so that we have started to wonder if the test camera we had did have some major flaws, however, it is interesting to notice that we also had...

Feb, 2010
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Expert review by (ephotozine.com)

Canon EOS 1D MkIV hands on preview

 

ePHOTOzine had a preview of the Canon EOS 1D MkIV DSLR. See it here.

Oct, 2009
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Expert review by (photographymonthly.com)

Canon announce the launch of the EOS 1D Mark IV

 

Canon announce the launch of the EOS 1D Mark IV

Developed incorporating feedback from professional photographers, the EOS 1D MARK IV features a new Canon 16.1MP APS-H CMOS sensor and a brand new 45-point Auto Focus (AF) system with 39 f/2.8 sensitive cross-type points, providing a wide selection of...

Oct, 2009
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Expert review by (professionalphotographer.co.uk)

Canon announce the launch of the EOS 1D Mark IV

 

Available December 2009

Oct, 2009
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