Canon 1D C vs Nikon D1

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Canon 1D C vs Nikon D1, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the 1D C (18MP) and D1 (3MP) and the 1D C (Full frame) and D1 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The 1D C was manufactured 11 years later than the D1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 1D C matches up versus the D1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1D C and Nikon D1. The entire galleries are available at Canon 1D C Gallery and Nikon D1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D C offers physical dimensions of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") with a weight of 1500 grams (3.31 lbs) whilst the Nikon D1 has measurements of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

See the Canon 1D C vs Nikon D1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the 1D C against the D1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D C and D1 is 50 and 51 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D C and D1.

As you can see, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1D C because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon 1D C will offer greater detail due to its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The newer 1D C provides a benefit in sensor innovation.