Canon 1D MII N vs Sony A7S III

Here is a extended assessment of the Canon 1D MII N and Sony A7S III, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the 1D MII N (8MP) and A7S III (12MP) and the 1D MII N (APS-H) and A7S III (Full frame) come with totally different sensor size.

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The 1D MII N was revealed 16 years prior to the A7S III and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon 1D MII N being a Large SLR camera and the Sony A7S III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the 1D MII N grades versus the A7S III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D Mark II N and Sony Alpha A7S III. The full galleries are provided at Canon 1D MII N Gallery and Sony A7S III Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D MII N offers physical measurements of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs) while the Sony A7S III has measurements of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).

Examine the Canon 1D MII N and Sony A7S III in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1D MII N and the A7S III.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1D MII N and A7S III is 50 and 61 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The photograph here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D MII N and A7S III.

To sum up, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1D MII N with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7S III will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older 1D MII N will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.