Canon 1D C vs Panasonic GH2
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Canon 1D C vs Panasonic GH2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1500g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
- Revealed April 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 442g - 124 x 90 x 76mm
- Revealed March 2011
- Replaced the Panasonic GH1
- Renewed by Panasonic GH3
Canon 1D C vs Panasonic GH2 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon 1D C vs Panasonic GH2, former being a Pro DSLR while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 1D C (18MP) and the GH2 (16MP) is very well matched but the 1D C (Full frame) and GH2 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 1D C was released 13 months later than the GH2 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon 1D C being a Large SLR camera and the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the 1D C scores versus the GH2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon 1D C vs Panasonic GH2 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1D C & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 1D C Gallery & Panasonic GH2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D C over the Panasonic GH2
1D C | GH2 | |||
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Revealed | April 2012 | March 2011 | More recent by 13 months | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH2 over the Canon 1D C
GH2 | 1D C | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon 1D C and Panasonic GH2
1D C | GH2 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing |
Canon 1D C vs Panasonic GH2 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon 1D C enjoys outside 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) whilst the Panasonic GH2 has proportions of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).
Analyze the Canon 1D C vs Panasonic GH2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1D C versus the GH2.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1D C and GH2 is 50 and 70 respectively.
Canon 1D C vs Panasonic GH2 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The graphic below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1D C and GH2.
Plainly, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1D C due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Canon 1D C will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more modern 1D C provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon 1D C vs Panasonic GH2 Specifications
Canon EOS-1D C | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon EOS-1D C | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 |
Category | Pro DSLR | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2012-04-12 | 2011-03-23 |
Body design | Large SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Dual Digic 5+ | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 61 | 23 |
Cross type focus points | 41 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 250 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 14.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 15.60 m |
Flash settings | E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250s | 1/160s |
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 (24, 30, 60fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1500 gr (3.31 lbs) | 442 gr (0.97 lbs) |
Dimensions | 158 x 164 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") | 124 x 90 x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 60 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 655 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E4N | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Dual | Single |
Price at launch | $6,499 | $1,000 |