Canon 1D X vs Nikon D3S

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon 1D X vs Nikon D3S, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the 1D X (18MP) and D3S (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (Full frame).

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The 1D X was manufactured 21 months later than the D3S which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the 1D X scores against the D3S when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D X and Nikon D3S. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 1D X Gallery and Nikon D3S Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D X comes with outside measurements of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") and a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) while the Nikon D3S has dimensions of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") with a weight of 1240 grams (2.73 lbs).

See the Canon 1D X vs Nikon D3S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the 1D X and the D3S.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D X and D3S is 50 and 51 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D X and D3S.

All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon 1D X to offer you more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The newer 1D X provides a benefit in sensor innovation.