Canon 1D C vs Nikon D4s
Portability
50 Imaging
64 Features
79 Overall
70
50 Imaging
64 Features
79 Overall
70
Portability
50 Imaging
63 Features
84 Overall
71
50 Imaging
63 Features
84 Overall
71
Canon 1D C vs Nikon D4s Key Specs
Canon 1D C
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1500g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
- Revealed April 2012
Nikon D4s
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(Full Review)
Photography Glossary Canon 1D C vs Nikon D4s Overview
The following is a in depth review of the Canon 1D C and Nikon D4s, both Pro DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the 1D C (18MP) and the D4s (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (Full frame).
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Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the 1D C grades vs the D4s in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1D C & Nikon D4s. The entire galleries are available at Canon 1D C Gallery & Nikon D4s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D C over the Nikon D4s
| 1D C | D4s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 921k | Sharper display (+119k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D4s over the Canon 1D C
| D4s | 1D C | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2014 |  | April 2012 | Newer by 22 months |
Common features in the Canon 1D C and Nikon D4s
| 1D C | D4s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3.2" |  | 3.2" | Equal display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Missing Touch display |
Canon 1D C vs Nikon D4s Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D C comes with physical measurements of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") along with a weight of 1500 grams (3.31 lbs) while the Nikon D4s has measurements of 160mm x 157mm x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 1350 grams (2.98 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 1D C and Nikon D4s in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the 1D C vs the D4s.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D C and D4s is 50 and 50 respectively.
Canon 1D C vs Nikon D4s Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D C and D4s.
As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Canon 1D C to result in greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged 1D C will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Canon 1D C
Portrait photography with Nikon D4s
has manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (18 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
includes face detect autofocus
saves RAW formats
manual focus
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
has face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
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Street photography with Canon 1D C
Street photography with Nikon D4s
sensor size is big (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
environment proof
great high ISO (51,200)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is great (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
environment sealing
great high ISO (25,600)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
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Canon 1D C Sports photography details
Nikon D4s Sports photography details
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
sensor resolution is decent (18 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
environment proof
has phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
megapixel count good (16MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
has tracking focus
environment sealing
better than average battery life (3,020 per charge)
supports phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
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Canon 1D C Travel photography information
Nikon D4s Travel photography information
environment proof
sensor resolution is decent (18 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
better than average battery life (3,020 per charge)
environment sealing
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape photography with Canon 1D C
Landscape photography with Nikon D4s
has manual focus
swap lenses (Canon EF mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (18 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
great high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW formats
environment proof
2 card slots
lack of image stabilization
manual focus
switch lenses (Nikon F mount)
good sized screen (3.2 inch)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
great high ISO (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
environment sealing
better than average battery life (3,020 CIPA)
2 card slots
does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging with Canon 1D C
Vlogging with Nikon D4s
includes face detect autofocus
high res video (4096 x 2160 pxls)
has microphone support
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
has face detect focusing
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
comes with mic support
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
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Canon 1D C vs Nikon D4s Specifications
| Canon EOS-1D C | Nikon D4s | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon EOS-1D C | Nikon D4s |
| Class | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
| Revealed | 2012-04-12 | 2014-02-24 |
| Physical type | Large SLR | Large SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Dual Digic 5+ | Expeed 4 |
| 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 | 18 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4928 x 3280 |
| Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | 409600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 61 | 51 |
| Cross type focus points | 41 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Canon EF | Nikon F |
| Total lenses | 250 | 309 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
| Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 921k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | TFT LCD with brightness and color adjustment |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.7x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual | Auto FP high-speed sync, front-curtain, rear-curtain, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/250s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 gr (3.31 lb) | 1350 gr (2.98 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 | 24.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.3 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3074 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 3020 shots |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | LP-E4N | EN-EL18a |
| 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 feature | ||
| Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible | CompactFlash, XQD |
| Card slots | Dual | Dual |
| Cost at release | $6,499 | $6,498 |