Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D4
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Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D4 Key Specs
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- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 409600)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1530g - 158 x 168 x 83mm
- Released February 2016
- Previous Model is Canon 1D X
- New Model is Canon 1D X III
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Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D4 Overview
Below is a complete analysis of the Canon 1D X II versus Nikon D4, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the 1D X II (20MP) and D4 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (Full frame).

The 1D X II was manufactured 4 years later than the D4 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 1D X II grades vs the D4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D4 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1D X Mark II and Nikon D4. The entire galleries are available at Canon 1D X II Gallery and Nikon D4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D X II over the Nikon D4
1D X II | D4 | |||
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Released | February 2016 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 50 months |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper display (+699k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D4 over the Canon 1D X II
D4 | 1D X II |
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Common features in the Canon 1D X II and Nikon D4
1D X II | D4 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.2" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D4 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon 1D X II features 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) while the Nikon D4 has proportions of 160mm x 157mm x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).
Check out the Canon 1D X II versus Nikon D4 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the 1D X II against the D4.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 1D X II and D4 is 50 and 50 respectively.

Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D4 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The visual here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D X II and D4.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon 1D X II to give extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent 1D X II should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D4 Specifications
Canon EOS-1D X Mark II | Nikon D4 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS-1D X Mark II | Nikon D4 |
Category | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Released | 2016-02-02 | 2012-01-06 |
Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Dual DIGIC 6+ | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 36 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 860.4mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4928 x 3280 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 409600 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 61 | 51 |
Cross focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 250 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
Screen resolution | 1,620k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with brightness control |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 16.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 (60p, 30p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 50p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p) | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1530 gr (3.37 lbs) | 1340 gr (2.95 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 158 x 168 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") | 160 x 157 x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 88 | 89 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.1 | 24.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.5 | 13.1 |
DXO Low light score | 3207 | 2965 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1210 photos | 2600 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E19 | EN-EL18 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2-20 seconds, 1-9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | CompactFlash, XQD |
Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
Launch price | $5,999 | $4,500 |