Canon 1D MII N vs Sony QX10

Below is a complete overview of the Canon 1D MII N versus Sony QX10, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Lens-style by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the 1D MII N (8MP) and QX10 (18MP) and the 1D MII N (APS-H) and QX10 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The 1D MII N was announced 9 years before the QX10 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon 1D MII N being a Large SLR camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 1D MII N scores versus the QX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D Mark II N and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 1D MII N Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D MII N features outside measurements 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 Sony QX10 has dimensions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 1D MII N versus Sony QX10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the 1D MII N vs the QX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 1D MII N and QX10 is 50 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D MII N and QX10.

All in all, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1D MII N with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Sony QX10 will offer you extra detail with its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older 1D MII N is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.