Canon 1D C vs Canon A800

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon 1D C and Canon A800, former is a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Canon. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the 1D C (18MP) and A800 (10MP) and the 1D C (Full frame) and A800 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1D C was announced 16 months after the A800 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1D C being a Large SLR camera and the Canon A800 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the 1D C matches up against the A800 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D C & Canon PowerShot A800. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 1D C Gallery & Canon A800 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 1D C provides exterior dimensions of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") having a weight of 1500 grams (3.31 lbs) while the Canon A800 has sizing of 94mm x 61mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs).

See the Canon 1D C and Canon A800 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the 1D C vs the A800.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1D C and A800 is 50 and 93 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The image underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D C and A800.

To sum up, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1D C using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon 1D C will resolve greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent 1D C will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.