Scott at photofocus has posted his initial thoughts on the Canon 1D MK IV. He’s been with the camera for a few days and already loves what it can do.

Rather than delivering a long spec list, he gives a quick appraisal of the pro-body and then begins to share his experiences,

I wanted to test the video mode first. The movie mode gives you complete creative control over ISO, aperture, shutter speed, white balance, etc., right out of the box. No kludge necessary. You put the camera into live view, focus, set your exposure/WB/ISO and you’re ready to shoot video.”

And he’s also aware however good the video is, seeing is believing, and has therefore posted a sample of the quality. It was shot in the dark using ISO 1600.

Referring to the video quality as ‘flat out, stand out superb’, the noiseless image at this setting has blown him away. His intention is to further test the ISO settings, but as things currently stand he feels that the lowlight performance will,

[…] satisfy anyone with expectations that were crafted in this universe.”

Scott’s reaction was much the same to the still tests he’s carried out, taking time to note the effectiveness of the new 45-point autofocus system. This in an important feature in a camera aimed at photographers who are going to put it through its paces capturing images of sport and wildlife. He feels the system is more than capable when it comes to coping with these demands.

Although only an initial mini-review, Scott’s overall opinion of the camera is high,

The images from this camera are fantastic. The video quality out of this world. The build quality super.”

To read the entire post and to catch his further endeavours with the Canon 1D MK IV head over to photofocus.