Canon 1D MIV vs Nikon D1H

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon 1D MIV and Nikon D1H, both Pro DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the 1D MIV (16MP) and D1H (3MP) and the 1D MIV (APS-H) and D1H (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The 1D MIV was revealed 8 years after the D1H which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the 1D MIV scores versus the D1H in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1D Mark IV and Nikon D1H. The full galleries are provided at Canon 1D MIV Gallery and Nikon D1H Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D MIV provides physical dimensions of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 1230 grams (2.71 lbs) and the Nikon D1H has dimensions of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

Examine the Canon 1D MIV and Nikon D1H in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the 1D MIV vs the D1H.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 1D MIV and D1H is 51 and 51 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The pic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D MIV and D1H.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1D MIV with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Canon 1D MIV will result in extra detail because of its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent 1D MIV provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.