Canon 1D MIV vs Nikon D1

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Canon 1D MIV versus Nikon D1, both Pro DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the 1D MIV (16MP) and D1 (3MP) and the 1D MIV (APS-H) and D1 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1D MIV was launched 9 years after the D1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the 1D MIV matches up against the D1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D Mark IV and Nikon D1. The complete galleries are available at Canon 1D MIV Gallery and Nikon D1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D MIV comes with outer dimensions of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") with a weight of 1230 grams (2.71 lbs) and the Nikon D1 has measurements of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

Analyze the Canon 1D MIV versus Nikon D1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the 1D MIV against the D1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 1D MIV and D1 is 51 and 51 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D MIV and D1.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1D MIV because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon 1D MIV will result in more detail utilizing its extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher 1D MIV is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.