Canon 1D X vs Fujifilm S1 Pro

Below, we will be reviewing the Canon 1D X versus Fujifilm S1 Pro, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1D X (18MP) and Fujifilm S1 Pro (3MP) and the 1D X (Full frame) and Fujifilm S1 Pro (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The 1D X was announced 11 years after the Fujifilm S1 Pro which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the 1D X scores versus the Fujifilm S1 Pro with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D X and Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 1D X Gallery and Fujifilm S1 Pro Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon 1D X has got exterior 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 Fujifilm S1 Pro has sizing of 148mm x 125mm x 80mm (5.8" x 4.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs).

Look at the Canon 1D X versus Fujifilm S1 Pro in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the 1D X compared to the Fujifilm S1 Pro.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 1D X and Fujifilm S1 Pro is 50 and 56 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The pic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D X and Fujifilm S1 Pro.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1D X with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Canon 1D X will offer you greater detail with its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern 1D X provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.