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Canon 1D C vs Fujifilm S9800

Portability
50
Imaging
65
Features
79
Overall
70
Canon EOS-1D C front
 
Fujifilm S9800 front
Portability
61
Imaging
41
Features
46
Overall
43

Canon 1D C vs Fujifilm S9800 Key Specs

Canon 1D C
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Canon EF Mount
  • 1500g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
  • Announced April 2012
Fujifilm S9800
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
  • 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
  • Announced January 2015
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Canon 1D C vs Fujifilm S9800 Overview

Following is a thorough analysis of the Canon 1D C versus Fujifilm S9800, one is a Pro DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the 1D C (18MP) and the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) is very close but the 1D C (Full frame) and Fujifilm S9800 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1D C was launched 3 years prior to the Fujifilm S9800 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon 1D C being a Large SLR camera and the Fujifilm S9800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the 1D C scores versus the Fujifilm S9800 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon 1D C over the Fujifilm S9800

 1D C Fujifilm S9800 
Manually focus More accurate focusing
Display sizing3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution1040k460kSharper display (+580k dot)

Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9800 over the Canon 1D C

 Fujifilm S9800 1D C 
AnnouncedJanuary 2015April 2012More modern by 33 months
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Canon 1D C and Fujifilm S9800

 1D C Fujifilm S9800 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Touch friendly display Neither includes Touch friendly display

Canon 1D C vs Fujifilm S9800 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D C features external dimensions of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") having a weight of 1500 grams (3.31 lbs) and the Fujifilm S9800 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the 1D C versus the Fujifilm S9800.

Canon 1D C vs Fujifilm S9800 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1D C and Fujifilm S9800 is 50 and 61 respectively.

Canon 1D C vs Fujifilm S9800 top view buttons comparison

Canon 1D C vs Fujifilm S9800 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D C and Fujifilm S9800.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1D C featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Canon 1D C will render extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged 1D C will be behind in sensor technology.

Canon 1D C vs Fujifilm S9800 sensor size comparison

Canon 1D C vs Fujifilm S9800 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 1D C vs Fujifilm S9800 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 1D C as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm S9800 as a Portrait photography camera
79
manual focus
megapixel count good (18 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
includes face detect autofocus
supports RAW formats
37
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
has face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon 1D C Street photography info
Fujifilm S9800 Street photography info
59
sensor size is big (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
weather proof
very good high ISO (51,200)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
41
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
more heavy than competition (670 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Canon 1D C Sports photography details
Fujifilm S9800 Sports photography details
75
great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
megapixel count good (18 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
weather proof
supports phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
53
great zoom range (24-1200mm 50.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has tracking focus
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon 1D C Travel photography information
Fujifilm S9800 Travel photography information
59
weather proof
megapixel count good (18 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly display
57
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
selfie friendly screen
pretty wide (24mm)
long zoom (1200mm)
missing Timelapse function
more heavy than competition (670g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon 1D C Landscape photography details
Fujifilm S9800 Landscape photography details
76
manual focus
switch lenses (Canon EF mount)
screen is a good size (3.2")
megapixel count good (18 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
very good high ISO (51,200)
supports RAW formats
weather proof
has double storage slots
lack of image stabilization
42
pretty wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 1D C Vlogging features
Fujifilm S9800 Vlogging features
28
includes face detect autofocus
video resolution high (4096 x 2160 pxls)
comes with microphone port
does not contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
57
pretty wide (24mm)
selfie friendly screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
missing microphone port
more heavy than competition (670g)
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Canon 1D C vs Fujifilm S9800 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 1D C and Fujifilm S9800
 Canon EOS-1D CFujifilm S9800
General Information
Manufacturer Canon FujiFilm
Model Canon EOS-1D C Fujifilm S9800
Category Pro DSLR Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2012-04-12 2015-01-14
Body design Large SLR SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Processor Dual Digic 5+ -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 36 x 24mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 864.0mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 18 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 5184 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 51200 12800
Maximum enhanced ISO 204800 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 61 -
Cross focus points 41 -
Lens
Lens mounting type Canon EF fixed lens
Lens focal range - 24-1200mm (50.0x)
Highest aperture - f/2.9-6.5
Macro focus distance - 7cm
Available lenses 250 -
Crop factor 1 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3.2 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 1,040k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech Clear View II TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentaprism) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 920k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 97 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.76x -
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 8s
Max shutter speed 1/8000s 1/1700s
Continuous shutter speed 14.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash 7.00 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash options E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash sync 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 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Maximum video resolution 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Optional None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 1500g (3.31 lbs) 670g (1.48 lbs)
Dimensions 158 x 164 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 300 shots
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model LP-E4N 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Two Single
Launch pricing $6,499 $299