Canon 1D C vs Nikon S30
50 Imaging
64 Features
79 Overall
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90 Imaging
32 Features
18 Overall
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Canon 1D C vs Nikon S30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1500g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
- Released April 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
- Revealed February 2012

Canon 1D C vs Nikon S30 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Canon 1D C versus Nikon S30, former being a Pro DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1D C (18MP) and S30 (10MP) and the 1D C (Full frame) and S30 (1/3") come with different sensor sizing.

The 1D C was launched 3 months later than the S30 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon 1D C being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon S30 being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 1D C grades versus the S30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 1D C vs Nikon S30 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D C & Nikon Coolpix S30. The complete galleries are available at Canon 1D C Gallery & Nikon S30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D C over the Nikon S30
1D C | S30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Canon 1D C
S30 | 1D C |
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Common features in the Canon 1D C and Nikon S30
1D C | S30 | |||
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Revealed | April 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Similar age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Canon 1D C vs Nikon S30 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon 1D C features physical dimensions of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 1500 grams (3.31 lbs) and the Nikon S30 has proportions of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Compare the Canon 1D C versus Nikon S30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the 1D C and the S30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1D C and S30 is 50 and 90 respectively.

Canon 1D C vs Nikon S30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D C and S30.
Plainly, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1D C featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon 1D C will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images much more aggressively.

Canon 1D C vs Nikon S30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 1D C vs Nikon S30 Specifications
Canon EOS-1D C | Nikon Coolpix S30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS-1D C | Nikon Coolpix S30 |
Type | Pro DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-04-12 | 2012-02-01 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Dual Digic 5+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 61 | - |
Cross focus points | 41 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 250 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0 frames per second | 1.5 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1500g (3.31 lb) | 214g (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 158 x 164 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") | 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 240 shots |
Style of battery | - | AA |
Battery model | LP-E4N | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Two | 1 |
Retail price | $6,499 | $119 |