Canon 1D C vs Canon 1Ds MIII

On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon 1D C vs Canon 1Ds MIII, both Pro DSLR cameras and both of them are offered by Canon. The resolution of the 1D C (18MP) and the 1Ds MIII (21MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The 1D C was brought out 3 years later than the 1Ds MIII and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the 1D C scores against the 1Ds MIII for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1D C and Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III. The entire galleries are available at Canon 1D C Gallery and Canon 1Ds MIII Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon 1D C comes with exterior measurements of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 1500 grams (3.31 lbs) while the Canon 1Ds MIII has proportions of 150mm x 160mm x 80mm (5.9" x 6.3" x 3.1") having a weight of 1385 grams (3.05 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 1D C vs Canon 1Ds MIII in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the 1D C compared to the 1Ds MIII.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D C and 1Ds MIII is 50 and 51 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1D C and 1Ds MIII.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon 1Ds MIII to result in extra detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent 1D C provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.