Canon 1D MIV vs Nikon D80

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon 1D MIV and Nikon D80, former is a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the 1D MIV (16MP) and D80 (10MP) and the 1D MIV (APS-H) and D80 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

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The 1D MIV was released 3 years after the D80 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 1D MIV being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon D80 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the 1D MIV scores versus the D80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D Mark IV & Nikon D80. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 1D MIV Gallery & Nikon D80 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 1D MIV comes with external dimensions of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 1230 grams (2.71 lbs) while the Nikon D80 has proportions of 132mm x 103mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 668 grams (1.47 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1D MIV vs the D80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1D MIV and D80 is 51 and 62 respectively.

Normally, its hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D MIV and D80.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1D MIV due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon 1D MIV will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher 1D MIV is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.