Canon
EOS 5D Mark IV
Pro 30MP full-frame DSLR still used for weddings, events, and studio work.
$3,499
Released Aug 2016
Canon
EOS R5
45MP full-frame hybrid with 8K RAW, 4K 120p, strong AF, and 8-stop in-body stabilization.
$3,899
Released Jul 2020
EOS R5 is 3.8 years newer.
Wins
EOS 5D Mark IV
Wins
EOS R5
2 categories tied
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TL;DR — Key differences
- BEOS R5 has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BEOS R5 has higher Max video bit rate (2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BEOS R5 has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 61)
- BEOS R5 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
- BEOS R5 has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 7 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS 5D Mark IV
151 × 116 × 76 mm
890 g (1.96 lb / 31.39 oz)
EOS R5
139 × 98 × 88 mm
738 g (1.63 lb / 26.03 oz)
EOS 5D Mark IV is 12mm thinner than EOS R5 but it is also 12mm wider and 19mm taller.
EOS 5D Mark IV is 152 g heavier than EOS R5.
Depth (front-to-back): 76mm EOS 5D Mark IV · 88mm EOS R5
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS 5D Mark IV
151 × 116 mm
EOS R5
139 × 98 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS 5D Mark IV
151 × 76 mm
EOS R5
139 × 88 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS 5D Mark IV
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
EOS R5
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS 5D Mark IV
✓ more lensesCanon EF
300+
native lenses available
EOS R5
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS 5D Mark IV
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 150.7, 116.4, 75.9
Card types
Adds CF, SD UHS-I
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only EOS 5D Mark IV supports it
Codecs
Adds Motion JPEG
Battery life (CIPA)
900 shots vs 490 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
EOS R5
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.5, 97.5, 88
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
Max video bit rate
2600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
AF points / zones
1053 vs 61 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS 5D Mark IV
Pros
- ✓30MP proven sensor
- ✓Dual Pixel AF in live view
- ✓Rugged pro build
- ✓Huge EF lens ecosystem
Cons
- –DSLR platform aging
- –4K video limited
- –Heavy
EOS R5
Pros
- ✓45MP sensor balances resolution and speed
- ✓8K RAW and 4K 120p internal video
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II with advanced subject tracking
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓CFexpress Type B plus SD UHS-II storage
Cons
- –Heat limits can matter for extended high-end video
- –Battery life is modest
- –Still expensive versus newer enthusiast bodies
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, EOS 5D Mark IV or EOS R5?
EOS R5 scores 9.5/10 versus 4.0/10 for EOS 5D Mark IV — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS 5D Mark IV and EOS R5?
EOS 5D Mark IV is 30.4 MP and EOS R5 is 45 MP, so the EOS R5 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS 5D Mark IV and EOS R5 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS 5D Mark IV does not have IBIS, while eOS R5 has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS 5D Mark IV or the EOS R5?
EOS 5D Mark IV reaches 7 fps electronic. EOS R5 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS 5D Mark IV and EOS R5?
EOS 5D Mark IV weighs 890 g and EOS R5 weighs 738 g, so the EOS R5 is 152 g lighter.
Do the EOS 5D Mark IV and EOS R5 record 4K video?
EOS 5D Mark IV: 4K up to 30p. EOS R5: 8K RAW (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the EOS 5D Mark IV and EOS R5 weather sealed?
EOS 5D Mark IV: Yes. EOS R5: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 900 shots (CIPA) for the EOS 5D Mark IV and 490 shots for the EOS R5, giving the EOS 5D Mark IV the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS 5D Mark IV launched at $3,499 and EOS R5 at $3,899. The EOS 5D Mark IV is $400 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon press materials.