Canon 1D MIV vs Samsung ST600

Following is a complete overview of the Canon 1D MIV and Samsung ST600, former is a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the 1D MIV (16MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is pretty similar but the 1D MIV (APS-H) and ST600 (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.

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The 1D MIV was brought out 2 months after the ST600 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon 1D MIV being a Large SLR camera and the Samsung ST600 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the 1D MIV matches up versus the ST600 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1D Mark IV & Samsung ST600. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 1D MIV Gallery & Samsung ST600 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D MIV features exterior measurements of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 1230 grams (2.71 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST600 has dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 1D MIV and Samsung ST600 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the 1D MIV compared to the ST600.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 1D MIV and ST600 is 51 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The picture here may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D MIV and ST600.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1D MIV featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon 1D MIV will offer greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively.