Canon 1D MIV vs Nikon D3X
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Canon 1D MIV vs Nikon D3X Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-H Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1230g - 156 x 157 x 80mm
- Announced February 2010
- Replaced the Canon 1D MIII
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1260g - 160 x 157 x 88mm
- Launched February 2009
- Succeeded the Nikon D2Xs
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Below, we are evaluating the Canon 1D MIV vs Nikon D3X, both Pro DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the 1D MIV (16MP) and D3X (25MP) and the 1D MIV (APS-H) and D3X (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 1D MIV was released 13 months after the D3X making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Large SLR).
Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the 1D MIV grades against the D3X in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Canon 1D MIV over the Nikon D3X
| 1D MIV | D3X | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2010 |  | February 2009 | Newer by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon D3X over the Canon 1D MIV
| D3X | 1D MIV |
|---|
Common features in the Canon 1D MIV and Nikon D3X
| 1D MIV | D3X | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 920k | Exact same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Absent Touch display |
Canon 1D MIV vs Nikon D3X Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D MIV comes with exterior dimensions of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") along with a weight of 1230 grams (2.71 lbs) whilst the Nikon D3X has measurements of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") having a weight of 1260 grams (2.78 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the 1D MIV against the D3X.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 1D MIV and D3X is 51 and 51 respectively.
Canon 1D MIV vs Nikon D3X Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The pic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D MIV and D3X.
As you can tell, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1D MIV due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Nikon D3X will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer 1D MIV will have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Canon 1D MIV vs Nikon D3X Specifications
| Canon EOS-1D Mark IV | Nikon D3X | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon EOS-1D Mark IV | Nikon D3X |
| Type | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
| Announced | 2010-02-22 | 2009-02-19 |
| Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Digic 4 | Expeed |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-H | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 27.9 x 18.6mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
| Sensor surface area | 518.9mm² | 861.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 25MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 6048 x 4032 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Min boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 45 | 51 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Canon EF | Nikon F |
| Amount of lenses | 250 | 309 |
| Crop factor | 1.3 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen tech | - | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.7x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | External | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/300 secs | 1/250 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps, 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | - |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
| Video format | H.264 | - |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 1230g (2.71 lbs) | 1260g (2.78 lbs) |
| 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 rating | 74 | 88 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 24.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.0 | 13.7 |
| DXO Low light rating | 1320 | 1992 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 1500 images | 4400 images |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | LP-E4 | EN-EL4a |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec, custom) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA, SD/SDHC card | Compact Flash (Type I or II) x 2, UDMA |
| Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
| Pricing at launch | $4,999 | $3,000 |