This evening Canon has announced the latest incarnation of the 1 series camera, the 1DmkIV

A quick run down of the key specs:

  • 16 megapixels
  • APS-H (27.9 x 18.6mm) size with a magnification factor or 1.3x
  • New 45 point auto focus system
  • 39 cross-type focusing points
  • High ISO setting up to 102,400
  • 300,000-cycle shutter mechanism
  • 63-zone meter
  • 1/300 standard flash sync
  • Twin CompactFlash and SD card slots
  • $4,999 body only (US price)
  • Available late December
  • 1080p video in frame rates of approximately 30fps, 25fps, and 24fps.
  • 720p HD video at 60fps
  • 10fps continuous shooting speed.
  • Dual digic IV chips

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