Canon 1D MIV vs Canon 1Ds MIII

The following is a extensive comparison of the Canon 1D MIV versus Canon 1Ds MIII, both Pro DSLR cameras and they are both sold by Canon. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the 1D MIV (16MP) and 1Ds MIII (21MP) and the 1D MIV (APS-H) and 1Ds MIII (Full frame) boast different sensor sizing.

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The 1D MIV was revealed 19 months after the 1Ds MIII making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 1D MIV scores versus the 1Ds MIII with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1D Mark IV and Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III. The full galleries are provided at Canon 1D MIV Gallery and Canon 1Ds MIII Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon 1D MIV enjoys exterior dimensions of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 1230 grams (2.71 lbs) while the Canon 1Ds MIII has proportions of 150mm x 160mm x 80mm (5.9" x 6.3" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 1385 grams (3.05 lbs).

Analyze the Canon 1D MIV versus Canon 1Ds MIII in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the 1D MIV vs the 1Ds MIII.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D MIV and 1Ds MIII is 51 and 51 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D MIV and 1Ds MIII.

As you can see, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1D MIV using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Canon 1Ds MIII will produce greater detail because of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The more modern 1D MIV should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.