Canon 1D MII vs Nikon D3X

Lets look a bit more closely at the Canon 1D MII vs Nikon D3X, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1D MII (8MP) and D3X (25MP) and the 1D MII (APS-H) and D3X (Full frame) come with different sensor measurements.

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The 1D MII was launched 5 years earlier than the D3X which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the 1D MII grades vs the D3X in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1D Mark II & Nikon D3X. The complete galleries are available at Canon 1D MII Gallery & Nikon D3X Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon 1D MII has got exterior 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) and the Nikon D3X has sizing of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") with a weight of 1260 grams (2.78 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the 1D MII and the D3X.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D MII and D3X is 50 and 51 respectively.

Often, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1D MII and D3X.

Plainly, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1D MII because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Nikon D3X will give you more detail utilizing its extra 17MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged 1D MII is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.