Canon 1D C vs Nikon D2Xs
50 Imaging
64 Features
79 Overall
70


51 Imaging
50 Features
40 Overall
46
Canon 1D C vs Nikon D2Xs Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1500g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
- Revealed April 2012
(Full Review)

Canon 1D C vs Nikon D2Xs Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Canon 1D C vs Nikon D2Xs, both Pro DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the 1D C (18MP) and D2Xs (12MP) and the 1D C (Full frame) and D2Xs (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

The 1D C was brought out 5 years later than the D2Xs and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the 1D C grades against the D2Xs for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 1D C vs Nikon D2Xs Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1D C and Nikon D2Xs. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 1D C Gallery and Nikon D2Xs Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D C over the Nikon D2Xs
1D C | D2Xs | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | April 2012 | ![]() | June 2006 | Fresher by 72 months |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 235k | Sharper display (+805k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D2Xs over the Canon 1D C
D2Xs | 1D C |
---|
Common features in the Canon 1D C and Nikon D2Xs
1D C | D2Xs | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon 1D C vs Nikon D2Xs Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon 1D C comes with external dimensions of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") with a weight of 1500 grams (3.31 lbs) while the Nikon D2Xs has sizing of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).
Look at the Canon 1D C vs Nikon D2Xs in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the 1D C against the D2Xs.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D C and D2Xs is 50 and 51 respectively.

Canon 1D C vs Nikon D2Xs Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The graphic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D C and D2Xs.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1D C due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon 1D C will render greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The newer 1D C will have a benefit in sensor technology.

Canon 1D C vs Nikon D2Xs Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Canon 1D C vs Nikon D2Xs Specifications
Canon EOS-1D C | Nikon D2Xs | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS-1D C | Nikon D2Xs |
Class | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Revealed | 2012-04-12 | 2006-06-01 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Dual Digic 5+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4288 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 61 | - |
Cross focus points | 41 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 250 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 235 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | Clear View II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 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) | - |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone 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 | 1500 grams (3.31 pounds) | 1200 grams (2.65 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 158 x 164 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") | 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 59 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 489 |
Other | ||
Battery model | LP-E4N | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Pricing at release | $6,499 | $3,999 |