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Canon 1D C vs Canon 1D X

Portability
50
Imaging
64
Features
79
Overall
70
Canon EOS-1D C front
 
Canon EOS-1D X front
Portability
50
Imaging
64
Features
73
Overall
67

Canon 1D C vs Canon 1D X Key Specs

Canon 1D C
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Canon EF Mount
  • 1500g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
  • Released April 2012
Canon 1D X
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Canon EF Mount
  • 1340g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
  • Launched October 2011
  • Superseded the Canon 1Ds MIII
  • Newer Model is Canon 1D X II
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Canon 1D C vs Canon 1D X Overview

Let's look more in depth at the Canon 1D C and Canon 1D X, both Pro DSLR cameras and both of them are built by Canon. The resolution of the 1D C (18MP) and the 1D X (18MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor size (Full frame).

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The 1D C was introduced 6 months later than the 1D X which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the 1D C scores against the 1D X in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon 1D C over the Canon 1D X

 1D C 1D X 

Reasons to pick Canon 1D X over the Canon 1D C

 1D X 1D C 

Common features in the Canon 1D C and Canon 1D X

 1D C 1D X 
LaunchedApril 2012October 2011Same generation
Manually focus Very precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3.2"3.2"Same display size
Display resolution1040k1040kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Canon 1D C vs Canon 1D X Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Canon 1D C has got outer measurements of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") with a weight of 1500 grams (3.31 lbs) and the Canon 1D X has specifications of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") along with a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the 1D C vs the 1D X.

Canon 1D C vs Canon 1D X size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D C and 1D X is 50 and 50 respectively.

Canon 1D C vs Canon 1D X top view buttons comparison

Canon 1D C vs Canon 1D X Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The visual below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 1D C and 1D X.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you have to factor the release date of the cameras into account.

Canon 1D C vs Canon 1D X sensor size comparison

Canon 1D C vs Canon 1D X Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 1D C vs Canon 1D X Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 1D C as a Portrait photography camera
Canon 1D X as a Portrait photography camera
78
you can focus manually
good resolution (18 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
features face detect focus
supports RAW formats
78
focusing manually
good megapixels (18MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
features face detection focusing
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon 1D C
Street photography with Canon 1D X
58
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
great high ISO (51,200)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
58
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW files
environment proofing
above average high ISO (51,200)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon 1D C as a Sports photography camera
Canon 1D X as a Sports photography camera
74
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
good resolution (18 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
features tracking focus
environment proofing
sensor has phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
69
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
good megapixels (18MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
environment proofing
sensor has phase detect AF
no image stabilization
bad battery pack (1,120 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon 1D C
Travel photography with Canon 1D X
59
environment proofing
good resolution (18MP)
display is not selfie friendly
48
environment proofing
good megapixels (18MP)
no Timelapse recording
bad battery pack (1,120 per charge)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon 1D C Landscape photography details
Canon 1D X Landscape photography details
75
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Canon EF mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2 inch)
good resolution (18MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
great high ISO (51,200)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
2 card slots
lack of image stabilization
68
focusing manually
switch lenses (Canon EF mount)
good sized screen (3.2")
good megapixels (18 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
above average high ISO (51,200)
supports RAW files
environment proofing
two card slots
no image stabilization
bad battery pack (1,120 CIPA)
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 1D C as a Vlogging camera
Canon 1D X as a Vlogging camera
28
features face detect focus
video resolution high (4096 x 2160 resolution)
includes microphone support
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
28
features face detection focusing
high video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes external microphone socket
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
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Canon 1D C vs Canon 1D X Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 1D C and Canon 1D X
 Canon EOS-1D CCanon EOS-1D X
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Canon
Model Canon EOS-1D C Canon EOS-1D X
Type Pro DSLR Pro DSLR
Released 2012-04-12 2011-10-18
Physical type Large SLR Large SLR
Sensor Information
Powered by Dual Digic 5+ Dual Digic 5+
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor measurements 36 x 24mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor area 864.0mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 18MP 18MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Max resolution 5184 x 3456 5184 x 3456
Max native ISO 51200 51200
Max enhanced ISO 204800 204800
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Lowest enhanced ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 61 61
Cross focus points 41 41
Lens
Lens mount Canon EF Canon EF
Number of lenses 250 250
Focal length multiplier 1 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3.2" 3.2"
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dots 1,040 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech Clear View II TFT LCD Clear View II TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.76x 0.76x
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/8000s 1/8000s
Continuous shutter rate 14.0 frames/s 14.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/250s 1/250s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 4096 x 2160 (24 fps), 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps, 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps)
Max video resolution 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Optional Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS Optional Optional
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 1500 grams (3.31 pounds) 1340 grams (2.95 pounds)
Physical dimensions 158 x 164 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") 158 x 164 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 82
DXO Color Depth score not tested 23.8
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.8
DXO Low light score not tested 2786
Other
Battery life - 1120 photographs
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model LP-E4N LP-E4N
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible
Card slots Dual Dual
Retail price $6,499 $5,299