Canon 1D X vs Canon D10

Following is a complete assessment of the Canon 1D X versus Canon D10, one is a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Canon. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the 1D X (18MP) and D10 (12MP) and the 1D X (Full frame) and D10 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The 1D X was launched 2 years after the D10 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1D X being a Large SLR camera and the Canon D10 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the 1D X scores vs the D10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1D X and Canon PowerShot D10. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 1D X Gallery and Canon D10 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 1D X enjoys exterior measurements of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) and the Canon D10 has specifications of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Canon 1D X versus Canon D10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the 1D X against the D10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1D X and D10 is 50 and 89 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking technical specs. The pic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D X and D10.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1D X because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon 1D X will give greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher 1D X should have an edge in sensor technology.