Canon 1D X III vs Leica S2
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Canon 1D X III vs Leica S2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Increase to 819200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 5472 x 2886 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1440g - 158 x 168 x 83mm
- Launched January 2020
- Older Model is Canon 1D X II
(Full Review)
- 38MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1250
- No Video
- Leica L Mount
- 1410g - 160 x 120 x 81mm
- Revealed September 2008
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Canon 1D X III vs Leica S2 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Canon 1D X III versus Leica S2, both Pro DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Leica. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the 1D X III (20MP) and S2 (38MP) and the 1D X III (Full frame) and S2 (Medium format) feature totally different sensor dimensions.
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The 1D X III was unveiled 11 years later than the S2 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the 1D X III scores against the S2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon 1D X III vs Leica S2 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D X Mark III and Leica S2. The full galleries are provided at Canon 1D X III Gallery and Leica S2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D X III over the Leica S2
1D X III | S2 | |||
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Revealed | January 2020 | ![]() | September 2008 | Fresher by 138 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+1640k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Leica S2 over the Canon 1D X III
S2 | 1D X III |
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Common features in the Canon 1D X III and Leica S2
1D X III | S2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Canon 1D X III vs Leica S2 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon 1D X III provides external dimensions of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 1440 grams (3.17 lbs) while the Leica S2 has proportions of 160mm x 120mm x 81mm (6.3" x 4.7" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 1410 grams (3.11 lbs).
Analyze the Canon 1D X III versus Leica S2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the 1D X III versus the S2.
![Canon 1D X III vs Leica S2 size comparison Canon 1D X III vs Leica S2 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-1D-X-Mark-III-vs-Leica-S2-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1D X III and S2 is 50 and 52 respectively.
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Canon 1D X III vs Leica S2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D X III and S2.
Clearly, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1D X III having a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Leica S2 will produce greater detail having an extra 18MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher 1D X III is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.
![Canon 1D X III vs Leica S2 sensor size comparison Canon 1D X III vs Leica S2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-1D-X-Mark-III-vs-Leica-S2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon 1D X III vs Leica S2 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon 1D X III vs Leica S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon 1D X III vs Leica S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-1D-X-Mark-III-vs-Leica-S2-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon 1D X III vs Leica S2 Specifications
Canon EOS-1D X Mark III | Leica S2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Leica |
Model type | Canon EOS-1D X Mark III | Leica S2 |
Type | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Launched | 2020-01-07 | 2008-09-23 |
Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic X | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | Medium format |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 45 x 30mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 1,350.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 38 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 7500 x 5000 |
Maximum native ISO | 102400 | 1250 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 819200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 191 | - |
Cross type focus points | 155 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF | Leica L |
Amount of lenses | 250 | 30 |
Crop factor | 1 | 0.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 2,100 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.86x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 32s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 20.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 5472 X 2886 (60p, 30p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 50p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 5472x2886 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1440 grams (3.17 pounds) | 1410 grams (3.11 pounds) |
Dimensions | 158 x 168 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") | 160 x 120 x 81mm (6.3" x 4.7" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 76 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 824 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 2850 pictures | 1000 pictures |
Battery format | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Dual CFexpress type B | - |
Storage slots | Two | 1 |
Launch price | $6,499 | $0 |