Canon 1D MII vs Canon 1D MII N
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Canon 1D MII vs Canon 1D MII N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - APS-H Sensor
- 2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1565g - 156 x 158 x 80mm
- Revealed June 2004
- Succeeded the Canon 1D
- New Model is Canon 1D MII N
(Full Review)
- 8MP - APS-H Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1565g - 156 x 158 x 80mm
- Released August 2005
- Earlier Model is Canon 1D MII
- Later Model is Canon 1D MIII
Canon 1D MII vs Canon 1D MII N Overview
Its time to look closer at the Canon 1D MII vs Canon 1D MII N, both Pro DSLR digital cameras and both of them are built by Canon. The sensor resolution of the 1D MII (8MP) and the 1D MII N (8MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (APS-H).
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe 1D MII was launched 14 months earlier than the 1D MII N which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the 1D MII scores against the 1D MII N when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon 1D MII vs Canon 1D MII N Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D Mark II and Canon EOS-1D Mark II N. The complete galleries are available at Canon 1D MII Gallery and Canon 1D MII N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D MII over the Canon 1D MII N
1D MII | 1D MII N |
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Reasons to pick Canon 1D MII N over the Canon 1D MII
1D MII N | 1D MII | |||
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Released | August 2005 | June 2004 | More recent by 14 months | |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 2" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Canon 1D MII and Canon 1D MII N
1D MII | 1D MII N | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Canon 1D MII vs Canon 1D MII N Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon 1D MII provides physical measurements 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 1D MII N has proportions of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") along with a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs).
Contrast the Canon 1D MII vs Canon 1D MII N in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1D MII and the 1D MII N.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D MII and 1D MII N is 50 and 50 respectively.
Canon 1D MII vs Canon 1D MII N Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The visual below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1D MII and 1D MII N.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older 1D MII is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Canon 1D MII vs Canon 1D MII N Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon 1D MII vs Canon 1D MII N Specifications
Canon EOS-1D Mark II | Canon EOS-1D Mark II N | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon EOS-1D Mark II | Canon EOS-1D Mark II N |
Type | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Revealed | 2004-06-14 | 2005-08-22 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-H | APS-H |
Sensor measurements | 28.7 x 19.1mm | 28.7 x 19.1mm |
Sensor area | 548.2mm² | 548.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8MP | 8MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 3504 x 2336 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | 45 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF | Canon EF |
Available lenses | 250 | 250 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.3 | 1.3 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | 0.72x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | External | External |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | None | None |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1565g (3.45 pounds) | 1565g (3.45 pounds) |
Dimensions | 156 x 158 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") | 156 x 158 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 66 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.3 | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.1 | 11.2 |
DXO Low light score | 1003 | 975 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), SD card | Compact Flash (Type I or II), SD card |
Card slots | Single | Two |
Retail price | $6,500 | $5,900 |