Canon 1D X III vs Canon 5D MIII

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Canon 1D X III vs Canon 5D MIII, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both are created by Canon. The image resolution of the 1D X III (20MP) and the 5D MIII (22MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The 1D X III was revealed 7 years later than the 5D MIII and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1D X III being a Large SLR camera and the Canon 5D MIII being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the 1D X III grades versus the 5D MIII for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1D X Mark III and Canon EOS 5D Mark III. The full galleries are provided at Canon 1D X III Gallery and Canon 5D MIII Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 1D X III comes with external measurements of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 1440 grams (3.17 lbs) and the Canon 5D MIII has proportions of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 1D X III vs Canon 5D MIII in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the 1D X III against the 5D MIII.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 1D X III and 5D MIII is 50 and 55 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D X III and 5D MIII.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon 5D MIII to result in greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger 1D X III is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.