Canon 1D X II vs Canon 1Ds MIII

Here, we are reviewing the Canon 1D X II vs Canon 1Ds MIII, both Pro DSLR digital cameras and both are created by Canon. The image resolution of the 1D X II (20MP) and the 1Ds MIII (21MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (Full frame).

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The 1D X II was announced 7 years later than the 1Ds MIII and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 1D X II matches up versus the 1Ds MIII when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1D X Mark II and Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 1D X II Gallery and Canon 1Ds MIII Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon 1D X II has got physical dimensions of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 1530 grams (3.37 lbs) and the Canon 1Ds MIII has sizing of 150mm x 160mm x 80mm (5.9" x 6.3" x 3.1") with a weight of 1385 grams (3.05 lbs).

Look at the Canon 1D X II vs Canon 1Ds MIII in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the 1D X II against the 1Ds MIII.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1D X II and 1Ds MIII is 50 and 51 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking specs. The visual here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D X II and 1Ds MIII.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon 1Ds MIII to give extra detail with its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent 1D X II provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.