Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D810

In this article, we are matching up the Canon 1D X II and Nikon D810, one being a Pro DSLR and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the 1D X II (20MP) and D810 (36MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The 1D X II was revealed 20 months later than the D810 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon 1D X II being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon D810 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the 1D X II matches up versus the D810 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1D X Mark II and Nikon D810. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 1D X II Gallery and Nikon D810 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon 1D X II has outer dimensions of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 1530 grams (3.37 lbs) whilst the Nikon D810 has proportions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 980 grams (2.16 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 1D X II and Nikon D810 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the 1D X II compared to the D810.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 1D X II and D810 is 50 and 54 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D X II and D810.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon D810 to render more detail because of its extra 16MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger 1D X II is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.