Canon 1D C vs Nikon D4
50 Imaging
65 Features
79 Overall
70
50 Imaging
62 Features
81 Overall
69
Canon 1D C vs Nikon D4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1500g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
- Launched April 2012
(Full Review)
Canon 1D C vs Nikon D4 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon 1D C versus Nikon D4, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the 1D C (18MP) and the D4 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (Full frame).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 1D C was introduced 4 months after the D4 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the 1D C scores vs the D4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon 1D C vs Nikon D4 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D C & Nikon D4. The whole galleries are available at Canon 1D C Gallery & Nikon D4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D C over the Nikon D4
1D C | D4 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display resolution | 1040k | 921k | Sharper display (+119k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D4 over the Canon 1D C
D4 | 1D C |
---|
Common features in the Canon 1D C and Nikon D4
1D C | D4 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | April 2012 | January 2012 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3.2" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Canon 1D C vs Nikon D4 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 1D C has got outer dimensions of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") having a weight of 1500 grams (3.31 lbs) whilst the Nikon D4 has proportions of 160mm x 157mm x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).
Look at the Canon 1D C versus Nikon D4 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the 1D C against the D4.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1D C and D4 is 50 and 50 respectively.
Canon 1D C vs Nikon D4 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D C and D4.
As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Canon 1D C to offer more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively.
Canon 1D C vs Nikon D4 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Canon 1D C vs Nikon D4 Specifications
Canon EOS-1D C | Nikon D4 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS-1D C | Nikon D4 |
Type | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Launched | 2012-04-12 | 2012-01-06 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Dual Digic 5+ | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 36 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 860.4mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4928 x 3280 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 61 | 51 |
Cross type focus points | 41 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF | Nikon F |
Number of lenses | 250 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | TFT color LCD with brightness control |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1500 grams (3.31 lb) | 1340 grams (2.95 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 158 x 164 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") | 160 x 157 x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 89 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2965 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 2600 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E4N | EN-EL18 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) | Yes (2-20 seconds, 1-9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible | CompactFlash, XQD |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Retail cost | $6,499 | $4,500 |