Canon 1D X II vs Canon 5D MIV

On this page, we will be looking at the Canon 1D X II versus Canon 5D MIV, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both built by Canon. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1D X II (20MP) and 5D MIV (30MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (Full frame).

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The 1D X II was launched 6 months earlier than the 5D MIV which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon 1D X II being a Large SLR camera and the Canon 5D MIV being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the 1D X II scores versus the 5D MIV with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1D X Mark II and Canon EOS 5D Mark IV. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 1D X II Gallery and Canon 5D MIV Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D X II has got physical dimensions of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 1530 grams (3.37 lbs) whilst the Canon 5D MIV has dimensions of 151mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") with a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs).

Examine the Canon 1D X II versus Canon 5D MIV in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the 1D X II compared to the 5D MIV.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D X II and 5D MIV is 50 and 55 respectively.

Generally, its hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D X II and 5D MIV.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon 5D MIV to give extra detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.