Canon 1D C vs Nikon 1 J1
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Canon 1D C vs Nikon 1 J1 Key Specs
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- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1500g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
- Introduced April 2012
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- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 234g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
- Announced January 2012
- Later Model is Nikon 1 J2
Canon 1D C vs Nikon 1 J1 Overview
Below is a detailed analysis of the Canon 1D C vs Nikon 1 J1, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the 1D C (18MP) and 1 J1 (10MP) and the 1D C (Full frame) and 1 J1 (1") provide different sensor sizes.
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Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 1D C scores vs the 1 J1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon 1D C vs Nikon 1 J1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D C and Nikon 1 J1. The whole galleries are available at Canon 1D C Gallery and Nikon 1 J1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D C over the Nikon 1 J1
1D C | 1 J1 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Clearer screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J1 over the Canon 1D C
1 J1 | 1D C |
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Common features in the Canon 1D C and Nikon 1 J1
1D C | 1 J1 | |||
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Announced | April 2012 | January 2012 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Canon 1D C vs Nikon 1 J1 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon 1D C has got external 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 Nikon 1 J1 has sizing of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).
Look at the Canon 1D C vs Nikon 1 J1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1D C against the 1 J1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1D C and 1 J1 is 50 and 91 respectively.
Canon 1D C vs Nikon 1 J1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The photograph below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D C and 1 J1.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1D C with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon 1D C will give you extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively.
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Canon 1D C vs Nikon 1 J1 Specifications
Canon EOS-1D C | Nikon 1 J1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS-1D C | Nikon 1 J1 |
Class | Pro DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-04-12 | 2012-01-20 |
Body design | Large SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Dual Digic 5+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 61 | 135 |
Cross focus points | 41 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF | Nikon 1 |
Total lenses | 250 | 13 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | Clear View II TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.00 m |
Flash options | E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/60 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1500 gr (3.31 pounds) | 234 gr (0.52 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 158 x 164 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 56 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 372 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 230 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E4N | EN-EL20 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Launch cost | $6,499 | $625 |