Canon 1D MIV vs Nikon D3S
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Canon 1D MIV vs Nikon D3S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-H Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1230g - 156 x 157 x 80mm
- Launched February 2010
- Replaced the Canon 1D MIII
(Full Review)
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On this page, we are contrasting the Canon 1D MIV versus Nikon D3S, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the 1D MIV (16MP) and D3S (12MP) and the 1D MIV (APS-H) and D3S (Full frame) offer different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 1D MIV was announced within a month of the D3S which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the 1D MIV grades versus the D3S with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Canon 1D MIV over the Nikon D3S
| 1D MIV | D3S |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon D3S over the Canon 1D MIV
| D3S | 1D MIV | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 920k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 1D MIV and Nikon D3S
| 1D MIV | D3S | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2010 |  | February 2010 | Similar generation |
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Absent Touch display |
Canon 1D MIV vs Nikon D3S Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon 1D MIV comes with external 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 Nikon D3S has specifications of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") having a weight of 1240 grams (2.73 lbs).
Check out the Canon 1D MIV versus Nikon D3S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 1D MIV compared to the D3S.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the 1D MIV and D3S is 51 and 51 respectively.
Canon 1D MIV vs Nikon D3S Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D MIV and D3S.
Plainly, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1D MIV having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Canon 1D MIV will resolve more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively.
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Canon 1D MIV vs Nikon D3S Specifications
| Canon EOS-1D Mark IV | Nikon D3S | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
| Model | Canon EOS-1D Mark IV | Nikon D3S |
| Type | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
| Launched | 2010-02-22 | 2010-02-16 |
| Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Digic 4 | Expeed |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-H | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 27.9 x 18.6mm | 36 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor surface area | 518.9mm² | 860.4mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
| Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4256 x 2832 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Max boosted ISO | 102400 | 102400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW format | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 45 | 51 |
| Cross focus points | - | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Canon EF | Nikon F |
| Number of lenses | 250 | 309 |
| Crop factor | 1.3 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 920k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | - | Low-temperature polysilicon TFT color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.7x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | External | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/300 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps, 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps), 320 x 216 (24 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 1230 gr (2.71 lb) | 1240 gr (2.73 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 156 x 157 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") | 160 x 157 x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 74 | 82 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | 23.5 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| DXO Low light score | 1320 | 3253 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 1500 images | 4200 images |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | LP-E4 | EN-EL4a |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA, SD/SDHC card | Compact Flash (Type I or II) x 2, UDMA |
| Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
| Cost at launch | $4,999 | $5,200 |