Canon 1D X III vs Canon SX210 IS

Its time to take a closer look at the Canon 1D X III versus Canon SX210 IS, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Canon. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the 1D X III (20MP) and SX210 IS (14MP) and the 1D X III (Full frame) and SX210 IS (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1D X III was announced 9 years later than the SX210 IS and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 1D X III being a Large SLR camera and the Canon SX210 IS being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the 1D X III grades versus the SX210 IS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D X Mark III and Canon PowerShot SX210 IS. The whole galleries are available at Canon 1D X III Gallery and Canon SX210 IS Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D X III features outer measurements of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 1440 grams (3.17 lbs) while the Canon SX210 IS has dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 1D X III versus Canon SX210 IS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the 1D X III compared to the SX210 IS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1D X III and SX210 IS is 50 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1D X III and SX210 IS.

Clearly, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1D X III using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon 1D X III will result in extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger 1D X III is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.