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Canon 1D C vs Nikon D2Xs

Portability
50
Imaging
64
Features
79
Overall
70
Canon EOS-1D C front
 
Nikon D2Xs front
Portability
51
Imaging
50
Features
40
Overall
46

Canon 1D C vs Nikon D2Xs Key Specs

Canon 1D C
(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
Nikon D2Xs
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 800 (Expand to 3200)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1200g - 158 x 150 x 86mm
  • Released June 2006
  • Older Model is Nikon D2X
  • Renewed by Nikon D3X
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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.

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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.

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Reasons to pick Canon 1D C over the Nikon D2Xs

 1D C D2Xs 
ReleasedApril 2012June 2006Fresher by 72 months
Display dimensions3.2"2.5"Larger display (+0.7")
Display resolution1040k235kSharper 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 typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Canon 1D C vs Nikon D2Xs size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Canon 1D C vs Nikon D2Xs Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 1D C vs Nikon D2Xs Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 1D C as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon D2Xs as a Portrait photography camera
78
focusing manually
good resolution (18 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
comes with face detection focus
saves RAW formats
54
has manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
does not have liveview
low MP (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Canon 1D C Street photography advice
Nikon D2Xs Street photography advice
58
great sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
environment sealing
great high ISO (51,200)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
50
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
weather proof
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
maximum ISO low (800)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon 1D C
Sports photography with Nikon D2Xs
74
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
good resolution (18MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment sealing
supports phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
53
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
weather proof
has phase detect AF
does not have liveview
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
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Travel Comparison

Canon 1D C Travel photography advice
Nikon D2Xs Travel photography advice
59
environment sealing
good resolution (18MP)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
43
weather proof
low MP (12MP)
does not offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Canon 1D C Landscape photography advice
Nikon D2Xs Landscape photography advice
75
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Canon EF mount)
screen is a good size (3.2 inch)
good resolution (18MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
great high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW formats
environment sealing
2 card slots
no image stabilization
50
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Nikon F mount)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
weather proof
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inch)
does not have liveview
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
maximum ISO low (800)
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 1D C Vlogging highlights
Nikon D2Xs Vlogging highlights
28
comes with face detection focus
high quality video (4096 x 2160 pixels)
comes with external mic support
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
9
no video
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Canon 1D C vs Nikon D2Xs Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 1D C and Nikon D2Xs
 Canon EOS-1D CNikon 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