Canon 1D MIV vs Sony A200

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon 1D MIV versus Sony A200, one is a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1D MIV (16MP) and A200 (10MP) and the 1D MIV (APS-H) and A200 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The 1D MIV was introduced 20 months after the A200 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon 1D MIV being a Large SLR camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the 1D MIV grades versus the A200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1D Mark IV and Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 1D MIV Gallery and Sony A200 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D MIV has external measurements of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 1230 grams (2.71 lbs) whilst the Sony A200 has measurements of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 1D MIV versus Sony A200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the 1D MIV and the A200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1D MIV and A200 is 51 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D MIV and A200.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1D MIV using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Canon 1D MIV will offer you more detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger 1D MIV is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.