Canon 1D X III vs Nikon D2X

Below is a extended assessment of the Canon 1D X III vs Nikon D2X, both Pro DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the 1D X III (20MP) and D2X (12MP) and the 1D X III (Full frame) and D2X (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The 1D X III was revealed 14 years later than the D2X and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the 1D X III matches up vs the D2X in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D X Mark III & Nikon D2X. The full galleries are available at Canon 1D X III Gallery & Nikon D2X Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 1D X III comes with outside dimensions of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 1440 grams (3.17 lbs) whilst the Nikon D2X has specifications of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 1D X III vs Nikon D2X in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1D X III compared to the D2X.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1D X III and D2X is 50 and 51 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The visual below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D X III and D2X.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1D X III with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon 1D X III will render extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern 1D X III will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.