Canon 1D vs Canon 1D MII

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon 1D vs Canon 1D MII, both Pro DSLR digital cameras and both of them are produced by Canon. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the 1D (4MP) and 1D MII (8MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-H).

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The 1D was launched 3 years before the 1D MII which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the 1D scores vs the 1D MII when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1D and Canon EOS-1D Mark II. The complete galleries are available at Canon 1D Gallery and Canon 1D MII Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D enjoys exterior dimensions of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 1585 grams (3.49 lbs) while the Canon 1D MII has measurements of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") with a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 1D vs Canon 1D MII in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the 1D compared to the 1D MII.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 1D and 1D MII is 50 and 50 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The image below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D and 1D MII.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon 1D MII to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged 1D is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.