Canon 1D MII N vs Canon R8

Here, we are analyzing the Canon 1D MII N and Canon R8, former is a Pro DSLR while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Canon. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the 1D MII N (8MP) and R8 (24MP) and the 1D MII N (APS-H) and R8 (Full frame) have totally different sensor size.

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The 1D MII N was brought out 18 years prior to the R8 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1D MII N being a Large SLR camera and the Canon R8 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the 1D MII N matches up vs the R8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1D Mark II N & Canon EOS R8. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 1D MII N Gallery & Canon R8 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 1D MII N offers external 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 R8 has specifications of 133mm x 86mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 461 grams (1.02 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the 1D MII N compared to the R8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D MII N and R8 is 50 and 71 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The pic below should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D MII N and R8.

All in all, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1D MII N due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Canon R8 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 16 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged 1D MII N will be behind in sensor tech.