Canon 1D MII N vs Nikon D5

Here, we are analyzing the Canon 1D MII N vs Nikon D5, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the 1D MII N (8MP) and D5 (21MP) and the 1D MII N (APS-H) and D5 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1D MII N was manufactured 11 years earlier than the D5 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the 1D MII N matches up versus the D5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D Mark II N and Nikon D5. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 1D MII N Gallery and Nikon D5 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon 1D MII N features external measurements of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon D5 has proportions of 160mm x 158.5mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs).

See the Canon 1D MII N vs Nikon D5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the 1D MII N against the D5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 1D MII N and D5 is 50 and 50 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D MII N and D5.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1D MII N due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Nikon D5 will give more detail due to its extra 13MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged 1D MII N is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.