Canon 1D C vs Canon 1D X II

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Canon 1D C versus Canon 1D X II, both Pro DSLR digital cameras and both are sold by Canon. The sensor resolution of the 1D C (18MP) and the 1D X II (20MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The 1D C was announced 4 years earlier than the 1D X II and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the 1D C matches up versus the 1D X II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1D C and Canon EOS-1D X Mark II. The whole galleries are available at Canon 1D C Gallery and Canon 1D X II Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Canon 1D C has got outer dimensions of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") and a weight of 1500 grams (3.31 lbs) whilst the Canon 1D X II has specifications of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 1530 grams (3.37 lbs).

Look at the Canon 1D C versus Canon 1D X II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the 1D C compared to the 1D X II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1D C and 1D X II is 50 and 50 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The graphic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D C and 1D X II.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon 1D X II to deliver more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The older 1D C is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.