Canon 1D MIV vs Canon 1Ds
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Canon 1D MIV vs Canon 1Ds Key Specs
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- 16MP - APS-H Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1230g - 156 x 157 x 80mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Earlier Model is Canon 1D MIII
(Full Review)
- 11MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1250
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1585g - 156 x 158 x 80mm
- Announced December 2002
- Refreshed by Canon 1Ds MII
Canon 1D MIV vs Canon 1Ds Overview
Below is a in-depth overview of the Canon 1D MIV and Canon 1Ds, both Pro DSLR cameras and both of them are built by Canon. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the 1D MIV (16MP) and 1Ds (11MP) and the 1D MIV (APS-H) and 1Ds (Full frame) offer totally different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe 1D MIV was launched 7 years later than the 1Ds and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the 1D MIV grades versus the 1Ds in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon 1D MIV vs Canon 1Ds Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1D Mark IV & Canon EOS-1Ds. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 1D MIV Gallery & Canon 1Ds Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D MIV over the Canon 1Ds
1D MIV | 1Ds | |||
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Announced | February 2010 | December 2002 | More recent by 88 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2" | Larger display (+1") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 120k | Sharper display (+800k dot) |
Reasons to pick Canon 1Ds over the Canon 1D MIV
1Ds | 1D MIV |
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Common features in the Canon 1D MIV and Canon 1Ds
1D MIV | 1Ds | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Canon 1D MIV vs Canon 1Ds Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon 1D MIV comes with exterior measurements of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") with a weight of 1230 grams (2.71 lbs) while the Canon 1Ds has sizing of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 1585 grams (3.49 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 1D MIV and Canon 1Ds in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 1D MIV compared to the 1Ds.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1D MIV and 1Ds is 51 and 50 respectively.
Canon 1D MIV vs Canon 1Ds Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The graphic below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D MIV and 1Ds.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1D MIV featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Canon 1D MIV will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The younger 1D MIV is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
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Canon 1D MIV vs Canon 1Ds Specifications
Canon EOS-1D Mark IV | Canon EOS-1Ds | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon EOS-1D Mark IV | Canon EOS-1Ds |
Type | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Revealed | 2010-02-22 | 2002-12-17 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-H | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 27.9 x 18.6mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 518.9mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 11MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4064 x 2704 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 1250 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 45 | 45 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF | Canon EF |
Total lenses | 250 | 250 |
Crop factor | 1.3 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 120k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | External | External |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/300s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps, 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1230g (2.71 pounds) | 1585g (3.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 156 x 157 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 Overall rating | 74 | 63 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 21.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.0 | 11.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 1320 | 954 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1500 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LP-E4 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA, SD/SDHC card | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Pricing at release | $4,999 | $9,000 |