Canon 1D MII N vs Canon 1Ds

Below is a complete analysis of the Canon 1D MII N versus Canon 1Ds, both Pro DSLR digital cameras and both of them are produced by Canon. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the 1D MII N (8MP) and 1Ds (11MP) and the 1D MII N (APS-H) and 1Ds (Full frame) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The 1D MII N was launched 2 years later than the 1Ds and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the 1D MII N matches up against the 1Ds with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D Mark II N & Canon EOS-1Ds. The complete galleries are available at Canon 1D MII N Gallery & Canon 1Ds Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D MII N features outside dimensions of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs) whilst the Canon 1Ds has dimensions of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 1585 grams (3.49 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 1D MII N compared to the 1Ds.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1D MII N and 1Ds is 50 and 50 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D MII N and 1Ds.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1D MII N because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Canon 1Ds will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent 1D MII N should have an edge in sensor innovation.