1DX mk 1 v 5D4

[telscossie]

Has anyone compared these two cameras , What would be the best for general wildlife including BIF ? . thanks

 

[andrewc]

I would guess the 1DX would have the edge on focussing and durability and fps but the 5D4 would beat it for pixel count and cropping ability.

1D cameras run at a higher voltage to other Canons and the lenses move faster.

 

[Turner]

I have both and much prefer my 1DX for Wildlife

 

[johnf3f]

Wildlife/sports/extreme conditions = 1DX hands down. However the 5D4 is a better all-rounder +lighter.

It is all down to your personal needs.

 

[telscossie]

Thanks for the input guys , have got me a 1dx

 

[johnf3f]

Happy new toy!
I think you will be very happy - I am!

 

[telscossie]

Thanks john , got it today so hopefully try it out at the weekend

 

[johnf3f]

Hope you enjoy yours as much as I have enjoyed mine!

 

[telscossie]

Only thing is there is a lot of marks in the viewfinder is there a way to get to it for a clean