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Canon 1D X vs Canon 1Ds MII

Portability
50
Imaging
64
Features
73
Overall
67
Canon EOS-1D X front
 
Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II front
Portability
50
Imaging
59
Features
45
Overall
53

Canon 1D X vs Canon 1Ds MII Key Specs

Canon 1D X
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Canon EF Mount
  • 1340g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
  • Launched October 2011
  • Older Model is Canon 1Ds MIII
  • Updated by Canon 1D X II
Canon 1Ds MII
(Full Review)
  • 17MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • No Video
  • Canon EF Mount
  • 1565g - 156 x 158 x 80mm
  • Released October 2005
  • Replaced the Canon 1Ds
  • Successor is Canon 1Ds MIII
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Canon 1D X vs Canon 1Ds MII Overview

The following is a extensive review of the Canon 1D X and Canon 1Ds MII, both Pro DSLR cameras and both are created by Canon. The sensor resolution of the 1D X (18MP) and the 1Ds MII (17MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The 1D X was launched 6 years after the 1Ds MII which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the 1D X grades versus the 1Ds MII in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon 1D X over the Canon 1Ds MII

 1D X 1Ds MII 
ReleasedOctober 2011October 2005Newer by 74 months
Screen sizing3.2"2"Bigger screen (+1.2")
Screen resolution1040k230kSharper screen (+810k dot)

Reasons to pick Canon 1Ds MII over the Canon 1D X

 1Ds MII 1D X 

Common features in the Canon 1D X and Canon 1Ds MII

 1D X 1Ds MII 
Focus manually Very precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Canon 1D X vs Canon 1Ds MII Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D X has physical measurements of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") having a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) and the Canon 1Ds MII has dimensions of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") with a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs).

See the Canon 1D X and Canon 1Ds MII in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1D X against the 1Ds MII.

Canon 1D X vs Canon 1Ds MII size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 1D X and 1Ds MII is 50 and 50 respectively.

Canon 1D X vs Canon 1Ds MII top view buttons comparison

Canon 1D X vs Canon 1Ds MII Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The picture here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D X and 1Ds MII.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon 1D X to provide more detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher 1D X should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Canon 1D X vs Canon 1Ds MII sensor size comparison

Canon 1D X vs Canon 1Ds MII Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 1D X vs Canon 1Ds MII Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 1D X Portrait photography information
Canon 1Ds MII Portrait photography information
78
you can focus manually
good resolution (18MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
supports face detection focusing
exports RAW formats
67
you can focus manually
good resolution (17MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
no liveview feature
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Street Comparison

Canon 1D X Street photography details
Canon 1Ds MII Street photography details
58
sensor size is big (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
weather proofing
good ISO range (51,200)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
51
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
environment proof
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
more heavy than competition in class (1,565g)
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Sports Comparison

Canon 1D X Sports photography advice
Canon 1Ds MII Sports photography advice
69
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
good resolution (18MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
supports tracking autofocus
weather proofing
comes with phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
not so great battery power (1,120 CIPA)
60
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
good resolution (17 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
environment proof
has phase detect AF
no liveview feature
continuous shooting slow (4.0 fps)
no image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Canon 1D X as a Travel photography camera
Canon 1Ds MII as a Travel photography camera
48
weather proofing
good resolution (18 megapixels)
no Time Lapse function
not so great battery power (1,120 shots)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
51
environment proof
good resolution (17 megapixels)
more heavy than competition in class (1,565g)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon 1D X Landscape photography factors
Canon 1Ds MII Landscape photography factors
68
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Canon EF mount)
screen size is good (3.2")
good resolution (18MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
good ISO range (51,200)
exports RAW formats
weather proofing
has dual storage slots
does not have image stabilization
not so great battery power (1,120 per charge)
no Time Lapse function
63
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Canon EF mount)
good resolution (17MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
environment proof
has double storage slots
screen is somewhat small (2 inches)
no liveview feature
no image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 1D X as a Vlogging camera
Canon 1Ds MII as a Vlogging camera
28
supports face detection focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does have external mic jack
doesn't have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
9
no video
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Canon 1D X vs Canon 1Ds MII Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 1D X and Canon 1Ds MII
 Canon EOS-1D XCanon EOS-1Ds Mark II
General Information
Brand Canon Canon
Model type Canon EOS-1D X Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II
Type Pro DSLR Pro DSLR
Launched 2011-10-18 2005-10-11
Body design Large SLR Large SLR
Sensor Information
Powered by Dual Digic 5+ -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor measurements 36 x 24mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor area 864.0mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 18MP 17MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Max resolution 5184 x 3456 4992 x 3328
Max native ISO 51200 3200
Max enhanced ISO 204800 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Minimum enhanced ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 61 45
Cross type focus points 41 -
Lens
Lens support Canon EF Canon EF
Number of lenses 250 250
Focal length multiplier 1 1
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3.2 inch 2 inch
Resolution of display 1,040 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech Clear View II TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.76x 0.7x
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/8000s 1/8000s
Continuous shutter speed 14.0 frames/s 4.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual External
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/250s 1/250s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps, 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) -
Max video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Optional None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 1340 grams (2.95 pounds) 1565 grams (3.45 pounds)
Dimensions 158 x 164 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") 156 x 158 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 82 74
DXO Color Depth rating 23.8 23.3
DXO Dynamic range rating 11.8 11.3
DXO Low light rating 2786 1480
Other
Battery life 1120 photos -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID LP-E4N -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible Compact Flash (Type I or II), SD card
Storage slots 2 2
Retail pricing $5,299 $12,000