Canon 1D X vs Canon 300D

Below, we will be reviewing the Canon 1D X versus Canon 300D, former being a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are sold by Canon. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the 1D X (18MP) and 300D (6MP) and the 1D X (Full frame) and 300D (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1D X was launched 8 years later than the 300D and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon 1D X being a Large SLR camera and the Canon 300D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the 1D X grades versus the 300D with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D X & Canon EOS 300D. The complete galleries are available at Canon 1D X Gallery & Canon 300D Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon 1D X has got physical dimensions of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) while the Canon 300D has specifications of 142mm x 99mm x 72mm (5.6" x 3.9" x 2.8") having a weight of 645 grams (1.42 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the 1D X and the 300D.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 1D X and 300D is 50 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The graphic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D X and 300D.

All in all, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1D X featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Canon 1D X will show greater detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer 1D X will have a benefit in sensor tech.