Which one is better for you? Canon EOS 1Dx MK II vs Canon EOS 5D MK IV (english)

[@expofotografi6926]

5d4 is a great camera, but its not in the league of he 1dx MII. That is, of course a better camera. Why else would the price be almost twice as high? Besides beeing much more sturdy and suitet for hard daily work, the 1dx MII contains two processors and has better color- and contrast-performance. I own 2 of them and use them for both press and commercial work. They never fail.

[@the_daniel_life]

Hello, great to hear from someone who is using the camera as a professional. Thanks for sharing your experience, Daniel

[@gregtockner]

Depends on the situation, the 5d iv has more mp and better dynamic range oh and btw. the 5div also has two processors.

[@davidmitch]

Nice video! Definitely pros and cons to these cameras, as you illustrated. I own both and use them professionally. The 1DXII is amazing and I really love shooting with this camera for photo AND video, whereas the 5DMIV is mostly just for photos since and the 120fps at 720p is terrible and can't focus in that mode. I tired a Sony A7III because the specs and price was great, but I really did not enjoy using this camera. Also, I was always fighting the footage in post so I went back to canon and never looked back, but that's just me and my experience is subjective. I'm not sure why so many SONY people hate CANON (reading the comments here). It's like a religion and they want you to join. If Sony is your holy grail and gives you the results you are after that's totally cool, but why all the pontificating?

[@carolineandtigger]

Very nice. We learned a lot today.

[@the_daniel_life]

Thank‘s a lot for your support, Daniel

[@anthonym3051]

I would save money for a 1DX2 but with Canon getting serious about the mirrorless race I will wait. I do own the 5D4 and it is awesome.

[@apassionfortangling3671]

The electronic view finder has its advantages.

[@anthonym3051]

Yes it does and one is seeing the exposure ahead of taking the picture. Also the amount of focus points that it can handle. Having Canon's dual pixel focus technology with 95% sensor coverage would be awesome. Color science big plus. If they can only release with 1080 120fps, 4k 60fps and possibly some good eye focus I would be so happy. I can skip the IBIS if getting those other features. I trust Canon and have several cameras from the T3i, 6D, 7D2 and now the 5D4 and they all have performed superbly for what they are made for.

[@xpy1]

No mirrorless here

[@papitapaloro]

Hola Daniel. Antes que nada quiero agradecer tus estupendos videos. Éste de hoy es uno más de ellos. También quiero expresar mi gratitud a que hagas tus análisis en un inglés que me resulta comprensible. Este elogio ya te lo he visto escrito en otros comentarios que te han echo. Me atrevo a escribirte en español puesto que observo que varios de tus seguidores no escriben sus preguntas en inglés, sino que lo hacen en alemán. Parecen dar por sobreentendido que todos somos políglotas. Pues bien, probemos que tal les va los comentarios en español! xD Quiero también señalar que la comparativa, no sólo me ha resultado muy interesante sino que la considero muy pertinente. En un comentario anterior se insiste en un lugar común: la cámara Canon 1Dx MarkII es una cámara para deportes o para naturaleza. En consecuencia, no deberíamos compararla con la 5D Mark IV. No estoy de acuerdo con esta forma de ver las cosas. Todos sabemos que es la más especializada para fotografía deportiva o de naturaleza. Pero también es una excelente cámara para retratos, paisajes, periodismo, reportaje... Por lo tanto, creo muy pertinente y valioso tu aporte y punto de vista. La comparativa es perfectamente legítima. Felicitaciones por tus videos y por la calidad de contenido de los mismos!

[@Herkulez1981]

I shoot some weddikgs and portraits as a side job but mostly portraits for its fun with my 5d3s, sure would love to have a r5 but i need to buy new lenses mew screen etc so i Will upgrade one of them soon to a used 1dx2 or 5d4 and this did help

[@the_daniel_life]

Hello, thanks for your feedback. In a few weeks there will be a comparison between the Canon EOS R3 vs R5 vs R6. Stay tuned, it might help you. Daniel

[@wanneske1969]

This is not a fair comparison. The 5DIV is an amazing allround camera, where the 1DxII is best suited for sports and wildlife

[@wanneske1969]

I have 5DIII and a 1DIV and I only use the 5DIII nowadays

[@papitapaloro]

i'm disagree whith you. The 1Dx isn't only a sport camera. Is also an all around camera.

[@anthonym3051]

1DX2 is great for video as well. Great 1080 at 120fps

[@anthonym3051]

Jai Sibal Sony video falls apart when pushed. 1DX2 video is superior in quality.

[@Jaydoublyou]

what the hell you talking about. Not ONE sony camera has 4k 60

[@christopherpackart]

You would think that since they are both full frame sensors that they would perform the same in low light, but I think the lower pixel count on the 1DXii helps with the low light as well as the fact that it has dual digic 6+ processors while the 5D4 has only one.

[@the_daniel_life]

Hello that‘s what I said. „5D4 same performance at ISO 100K like 1DX at ISO 200K“

[@bionic4368]

The illumination button is ideally placed as you only use when the camera isn't up to your eye, this leaves the buttons you would use when it's up to your eye ideally placed.

[@the_daniel_life]

👍👍👍

[@AllAmericanGuy01]

It depends what you're using the camera for. I do a lot of editorial work and work in low-light conditions. I have the 1Dx Mark III and it's the perfect tool for the job. It's exceptional in low-light and the fps is fast enough for me. I was in the market for a secondary camera because constantly switching lens was a pain and time consuming. I bought the 1Dx Mark II for my secondary. There's nothing wrong with the 5D MK IV, but for my needs, the Mark II was the better secondary camera.

[@the_daniel_life]

I own the R3 nowadays and the R5 - great cameras.

[@gangwu4541]

Really depends on the budget. My experience is always get the best you can afford first time.

[@the_daniel_life]

In any case I will get a 1DxII model soon. I agree, never make compromises. At the end you pay with quality. Daniel

[@vreeke777]

1dx2 Is for everyone the best by far

[@the_daniel_life]

I own the R3 now

[@vreeke777]

@@the_daniel_life sell it for 1dx you will be very happy soon

[@Ben-fq1lj]

My gosh! Why cant anyone just do a simple side to side comparison of the 1dxii and another canon dslr???! Out of this useless 15 minute review we get two night shot comparisons side by side which don't show enough of a difference of dynamic range or color to see the difference. People automatically assume theres no difference in color from each generation of cameras released, but companies change colors all the time in a very sly way.

[@zleepyjan]

maybe he doesn't know how to side to side comparison lol

[@Bilalizaddin]

For studio I use 5d4 and sold 1dxm2 because the 5dm4 is very capable and I don’t need 4k video

[@manuel_cojocaru]

...but they both have 4k?

[@moseslarios1773]

Both have 4k. 1dx at 60fps and 5d4 at 30fps and 24fps

[@anthonym3051]

I have the 5D4 but man, the 1DX2 seen to have better IQ in some situations. But yes for studio work, the 5D4 is more than capable.

[@manuel_cojocaru]

why would you pay 6000 dollars for a 20 mp camera? 1dxm is just a stupid camera.

[@backseatdriver9255]

Manuel Cojocaru I'm sorry but just because a camera is 20 megapixels doesn't mean it's a bad camera. Often lower megapixels can offer better low light in dark environments

[@papitapaloro]

Thank's Daniel. Great job!

[@LaurisBergs]

Daniel what camera did you recommend more Canon 5D Mark IV or Canon EOS R6 Mark II? I am planning to buy one of these cameras so I need your recommendation which one is better.

[@the_daniel_life]

Hi, I would take the Canon EOS R6 Mark II

[@the_daniel_life]

there will be a video about the R6 Mark II vs R5 Mark II

[@LaurisBergs]

@@the_daniel_life Thank you for recommendation but what camera would you recommend more Sony A7 IV or Canon R6 Mark II?

[@djalanemohamedamine6295]

So, if i can exchange my 12k actuations 5d iv with a 100k 1dxii without adding a penny, should I get it ?

[@the_daniel_life]

I would, if you take into account the extra weight. Daniel

[@inkognitomodus4070]

Wo ist eigentlich die Deutsche Version?

[@Crayip]

Please do a autofocus test on the 5d mk4 in video. One with Face Detection and one without. Want to see how it tracks with f1.8 or f2.8

[@the_daniel_life]

Maybe a topic for another video. Many greetings from Frankfurt, Daniel

[@momchilyordanov8190]

I've heard that in other comparisons too. On paper, the stats of 5D are better, but the real life performance/results are better on the 1DX

[@the_daniel_life]

True. I had the same impression. Better photos using the 1Dx.

[@stevenmeansphotography3861]

So would you say the 1dx mk ii id better then the 5d mk for beauty photography

[@anthonym3051]

Palms in Germany!!!! I didn't know they can survive the harsh winter. I lived in Germany from 1988 thru 1992. It is a beautiful country, loved it.

[@AlexandreNarbert]

I'd say if you're only going for 1080p and full frame sensor with Flip screen, get the 6D Mark II. Btw, great comparison!

[@the_daniel_life]

Thank you very much buddy. Many greetings from Frankfurt, Daniel

[@ankits.m3181]

1000th like

[@the_daniel_life]

juhu. thanks a lot. Daniel

[@texmex9721]

Sold my 1DX and 1DX II for a 5D Mark IV and a 7D mark 2. The combination is very versatile.

[@HerreDePerre]

Why

[@texmex9721]

@@HerreDePerre Cause I get better photos this way.

[@apassionfortangling3671]

If you want 50 megapixels get a 5DSR. If you want a flip screen get a 6D mark 2. If you want a great all-round camera with wifi, gps and 30 megapixels get a 5D mk4. If you have loads of money, want the best you can get and need 4k and super slow mo... Or just want to say hey look at me I'm rich, get the 1Dx mk2. Or just get them all. You are only going to one day say pfft this thing is worse on low light than my old 6D so get one of those as well?

[@dansaghin1]

I hope the next year I will be able to change my 6D with the awesome 5D4... it`s my dream camera... the 1DX is out of my league anyway...

[@hibakadri7836]

Did you changed it ?

[@dansaghin1]

@@hibakadri7836 no, next year

[@davehornunlimitedphotograp5138]

Interesting to see my last name (Horn) on USAF BDUs. I retired from the Air Force after 6 years enlisted and the rest as a pilot (F-16/KC-10). And now I'm a professional photographer. I spent a couple days in Frankfurt where this was filmed once while flying the KC-10. Now I am planning to replace my current cameras with both of what are being reviewed here. Strange set of coincidences...

[@chrissetian]

Was that the Lowepro flip side 400 AW or the 500?

[@DHEADZTheLegendaryMyth]

frankfurt to germany?

[@the_daniel_life]

Frankfurt am Main / Germany

[@qtben17]

1dxii has faster af. IQ is a little sharper, more neutral and has richer colors. Low light is much better in 1dxii. 5d4’s hfr doesnt have autofocus.

[@the_daniel_life]

That‘s what I said, well maybe too fast though. Daniel

[@aarthapan]

i have one doubt . some of them should give canon 5d mark iv with 2 lenses around $400 it is possible to buy a fresh piece sir ?.

[@the_daniel_life]

400$ with two lenses - impossible.

[@vpr5562]

26mpix, 4k60, normal codec and i am sold on the 1dx3.

[@the_daniel_life]

We can only hope for an update. Should come 2020.

[@b2unoo7]

Just to correct you, on 14" you said that 5dmk4 battery is 3x more expensive than 1dxmk2, it's otherwise, as you mentioned few minutes before on video..

[@Elegant_Portraits]

Plz any one tell me which camera is best for weddings and out door stills..which camera will give good colours and protrait modes...?

[@mikaels-p6765]

Both cameras have the same autofocus system?

[@the_daniel_life]

Sort of yes. 1Dx miliseconds faster

[@mikaels-p6765]

the daniel life no, seriously, read it up, it is the same, the 5D borrowed it from the 1Dx Mark ii, in the same way the 7D Mark ii borrowed it from the 1Dx Mark i

[@mikaels-p6765]

the daniel life both use the Eos iTR system

[@zleepyjan]

1DX Mark II :) and Canon XF400 :P

[@the_daniel_life]

Läuft bei dir.

[@reng6688]

If money is no object, I would definitely get the 1Dx II hands down. It's fast and durable. However, that's not the main reason I prefer the 1Dx II. It's all about value and performance. Most current Canon lenses are designed with a 20ish MP sensor in mind. Thus, the 1DX II plus Canon lenses = optimal performance, which means most current Canon glasses can maximize the 20 MP sensor per DXO sharpness results. On the other hands, the 5D IV's sensor is very average in terms of low noise and resolution when compared the 5Dsr and other competitors. Thus, 5D IV + Canon glasses = average performance. If resolution is important, the 5Dsr is a much better choice because it can squeeze every last drops of performance juice out of all the Canon glasses.

[@papitapaloro]

Hay que agregar algo más. El poder de la batería de la 1dx MarkII es mucho mayor que el de la MarkIV. Una batería de 2750 mAh es capaz de mover con más rapidez y precisión grupos de critales para lograr un foco más nítico. En el enfoque, la 1dx es insuperable.

[@harrisonmaclean960]

would you say you'd get sharper images out of the 1d? I use the 5d to shoot wildlife for having that extra crop room and blowing images up. however i really want the 1d for its video.

[@sherkhan-up2vc]

I went for Sony a7riii and sold my canon 5dmiii. Really happy with that 42Mega Pixels.

[@the_daniel_life]

Great camera. I do use the A7III. Love it

[@akshtreyelogy9182]

Is sony a7 iii better than 1dx mark ii?

[@Stan_the_Belgian]

Love how the 5d iv is mentioned as compact and light😂😂😂

[@ZaberAnsaryOfficial]

I'd take the 5D4 over any camera in the world tbh... Over D850, A7/r/3 and D5/1dx2 Also a 16-35 III, 85mm 1.4 IS and a 600 f4L Please.

[@orion2250]

Rugby,lacrosse,surfers...1DX

[@the_daniel_life]

I don‘t really get what you are saying

[@the_daniel_life]

Merry Christmas

[@orion2250]

Woops sorry, i am picking out my next year cameras for different tasks. I shoot for some teams here and am stepping up my capabilities. My sports camera will be the 1dx as i have good L glass already. Merry Christmas!

[@imblast3862]

Of course 1dx ii dude

[@the_daniel_life]

Great choice

[@stulora3172]

12:53 What on earth is she doing? O_o

[@OhimynameisGoaway]

sameeee :D you crack me up

[@ilikebread7131]

5:48 ASMR?

[@the_daniel_life]

What do you mean?

[@browaterboy7968]

I dont like toys so bought 1dx m2😉

[@the_daniel_life]

😱😂 great comment. I liked it

[@browaterboy7968]

the daniel life 😉 bro keep in touch.

[@browaterboy7968]

Michael Friedman kids buy new legends buy those who switch pro to toy with better small price..😉👍

[@carlosparra6867]

your english is unintelligible

[@browaterboy7968]

Carlos Parra Thanks for your negative comment. Keep in touch

[@oldtechnology]

Pentax any day of week!

[@the_daniel_life]

How come, that you mention now Pentax?

[@oldtechnology]

When you cant decide beetween 2 similar options choose 3rd very different one :D

[@SuperDigitalMe]

This or mirrorless?

[@the_daniel_life]

What would you like to shoot?

[@africanhistory]

THis review does not hold up to proper scientific reviews. Sorry it is subjective most of the time. Like the autofocus seriously now.

[@akhyarrayhka4048]

If you're not a pro, why would you need such professional camera? (Sometimes I ask this to average user whom use such expensive camera)

[@larrycjones6765]

Akhyar Rayhka Most pros don't need a 1D and would possibly never use many of its features. It depends on what you shoot. Buy it only if you really need it and spend your money on good glass.

[@akhyarrayhka4048]

Larry C Jones most pros uses it , but popularity of GH5 makes it the more ideal for videos so pros starting to buy cheaper alternative.

[@reng6688]

"If you're not a pro...why you need professional..." I disagree. This statement is the same as saying unless you are a professional driver, why would you buy a Ferrari or Lamborghini... It's all about the experience in life for most people. There are people who own private jets when they are not professional pilots working for commercial airlines... Also, the word expensive is very subjective. It has different meaning for everyone...

[@akhyarrayhka4048]

Most non pros probably wont need it, its bulky big and heavy, and for most people it is expensive otherwise everyone probably own one. Think again before disagreeing. And people mostly buys Ferrari for show off

[@reng6688]

"Most non pros probably won't need it..." I see you changed your tone already. Remember, you've stated that If you're not a pro, why would you need it? So I just answered your question for you, and my reasons are quite truth, is it not? Also, rather someone is trying to show off, again, is your opinion. You are not that person therefore, you can only speculate, is it not?

[@sallyolson864]

telling you before please have mercy !

[@akivabernstein4723]

Surprise answer it’s the Nikon D850.

[@ifoxino]

guys i dont like it. there is much more for 1dxm2 and less for 5dm4, very bad review, i can tell the worst you made ever..

[@facesart]

Nikon D850

[@the_daniel_life]

Hallo, darüber habe ich ja auch schon ein Review gemacht. Viele Grüße aus Frankfurt, und danke für deinen Support Daniel

[@jankarlsson5358]

Sorry, but is not it a little late to come up with this video? And they are both old and even though I use Canon myself, they felt a bit old already when they finally arrived. So please, try again when Canon has something new and modern

[@the_daniel_life]

Hehe, it‘s never too late. This review has 2.5mio views, even the lens is more than ten years old kzbin.info/www/bejne/baqzZ2Vsq7F2fbs

[@fatimasc100]

Modern is not always better.You are one of those chasing the new?

[@TheMyPrzemo]

I'm using my camera for shooting pictures so you movie is completely useless

[@the_daniel_life]

What a nonsense comment. Merry Christmas

[@TheMyPrzemo]

@@the_daniel_life I would say more nonsense is to compare 2 great photo cameras and focus almost only on videos. I'm would like to see the dynamic range competition, see how the difference with mpx of both cameras impact on the image quality. Sorry for me it's useless, Merry Christmas

[@shaun1040]

1dx go brrrrrr hahahaha

[@Jerry23555]

Gift me 1dx mark ll

[@the_daniel_life]

It's not mine. But there is a new video coming kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnvOgpabgLx5hrM

[@oldtechnology]

But seriously everything apart from 1dx II from Canon is Shit!

[@the_daniel_life]

haha, I like my 5D4 a lot. Daniel

[@liverpool6139]

That is such a ignorant comment.

[@implive17]

Which comoany do you prefer? I'm asking because I want to buy a camera soon, looking for something in this range and I don't know much about them. Any advice would be appreciated.

[@ekphotography]

Neither, Sony is the future and future is now!!

[@anthonym3051]

Everytime I handle a Sony it falls thru my fingers. It is a toy of a camera not suited for serious photography and video.

[@marioslrzn]

Sony doesn’t make any camera that’s shoots 4K60fps and 1dx 120fps is a lot better than Sony . Sony has a crop in 120fps and low bit rate. Please stop all these fanboy crap, both cameras will get the job done. The 1dx will just survive a nuclear bomb 😂🤣😂

[@stevenmeansphotography3861]

Those are toys and non professional cameras and will break if dropped on a rug 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@JessDemant]

These are two dinosaur cameras, so look into the future with some mirrorless cameras, and one of the cameras could be the Sony A9!

[@the_daniel_life]

I do agree. But I made this comparison just for someone who likes to chose between these two cameras. Daniel

[@akivabernstein4723]

Jess Demant Aggeboe they both use compact flash cards for God sake that’s so crazy

[@JessDemant]

You're right it's like visiting Jurassic Park!

[@game2572]

So why are you here if you like mirrorless and can’t stand slr why watch

[@JessDemant]

Looked for something interesting on this KZbin channel, and discovered that it was a bit stuck in the past, and therefore deserved a small remark, although I'm aware there are still photographers stuck in the past. However, this is ok, and there are also few photographers still shooting film so there will also be a few who shoot with a DSLR camera in the future, but using a review on it may not be the right thing to do? Take my comment with humor, though there is also some truth in it!

[@hsbokra]

Canon is the part of past now, Sony crashed the Canon nikon

[@the_daniel_life]

Hello that’s what I think as well but Nickon and Canon are doing a good job to get back onto the table, Daniel

[@studiomonitor]

totally amateur statement, pros still prefer canon/nikon for serious work.