Canon 1D X III vs Nikon D2Xs

Lets examine more in depth at the Canon 1D X III versus Nikon D2Xs, both Pro DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the 1D X III (20MP) and D2Xs (12MP) and the 1D X III (Full frame) and D2Xs (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1D X III was unveiled 13 years later than the D2Xs and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the 1D X III matches up against the D2Xs with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1D X Mark III and Nikon D2Xs. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 1D X III Gallery and Nikon D2Xs Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D X III enjoys physical dimensions of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 1440 grams (3.17 lbs) whilst the Nikon D2Xs has dimensions of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

Check the Canon 1D X III versus Nikon D2Xs in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the 1D X III and the D2Xs.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D X III and D2Xs is 50 and 51 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The graphic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D X III and D2Xs.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1D X III with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Canon 1D X III will produce greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher 1D X III is going to have an edge in sensor technology.