Canon 1D MII N vs Canon 1Ds MIII

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon 1D MII N versus Canon 1Ds MIII, both Pro DSLR digital cameras and both of them are created by Canon. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1D MII N (8MP) and 1Ds MIII (21MP) and the 1D MII N (APS-H) and 1Ds MIII (Full frame) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1D MII N was announced 4 years prior to the 1Ds MIII which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the 1D MII N grades against the 1Ds MIII with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D Mark II N & Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III. The whole galleries are available at Canon 1D MII N Gallery & Canon 1Ds MIII Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D MII N provides outside dimensions of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") along with a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs) while the Canon 1Ds MIII has dimensions of 150mm x 160mm x 80mm (5.9" x 6.3" x 3.1") along with a weight of 1385 grams (3.05 lbs).

Check the Canon 1D MII N versus Canon 1Ds MIII in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the 1D MII N compared to the 1Ds MIII.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D MII N and 1Ds MIII is 50 and 51 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The pic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D MII N and 1Ds MIII.

Plainly, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1D MII N using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Canon 1Ds MIII will offer you extra detail with its extra 13MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged 1D MII N is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.