How To Choose Between Them
Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.
Camera Comparison
Nikon
Nikon D850 vs Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Short AnswerNikon D850 wins more of the spec-sheet categories, but the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionNikon D850
Battery LifeNikon D850
WeightCanon EOS 5D Mark IV
Launch PriceNikon D850
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A45.7
B30.4
Battery (Shots)
A1840
B900
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A1005
B890
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Nikon D850 If…
- Higher resolution (45.7 MP vs 30.4 MP)
- Higher battery life (1840 shots vs 900 shots)
- Costs less at launch ($3299 vs $3499)
Choose Canon EOS 5D Mark IV If…
- Lighter body (890 g vs 1005 g)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Nikon D850 | Canon EOS 5D Mark IV |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Megapixels | 45.7 MP | 30.4 MP |
| Sensor Type | BSI CMOS | CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 25600 | 32000 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 153 | — |
| Low-Light AF | -4 EV | — |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | 7 fps | — |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/8000 |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical pentaprism | Optical pentaprism |
| LCD Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| LCD Type | Tilting | Fixed |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 4K 30p | — |
| Internal Color | 8-bit 4:2:0 | — |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1005 g | 890 g |
| Card Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 1840 Shots | 900 Shots |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Launch Price | 3299 | 3499 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.