Canon 1D MIV vs Canon G7 X MIII

In this article, we are looking at the Canon 1D MIV vs Canon G7 X MIII, one is a Pro DSLR and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both are built by Canon. The resolution of the 1D MIV (16MP) and the G7 X MIII (20MP) is very comparable but the 1D MIV (APS-H) and G7 X MIII (1") feature different sensor sizing.

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The 1D MIV was released 10 years before the G7 X MIII which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon 1D MIV being a Large SLR camera and the Canon G7 X MIII being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the 1D MIV matches up against the G7 X MIII in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1D Mark IV and Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III. The complete galleries are available at Canon 1D MIV Gallery and Canon G7 X MIII Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D MIV provides outside measurements of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") along with a weight of 1230 grams (2.71 lbs) and the Canon G7 X MIII has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 41mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs).

Compare the Canon 1D MIV vs Canon G7 X MIII in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the 1D MIV against the G7 X MIII.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1D MIV and G7 X MIII is 51 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The picture below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D MIV and G7 X MIII.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1D MIV due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon G7 X MIII will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged 1D MIV will be behind in sensor technology.