Canon 1D vs Canon 1D MIV

Here is a extensive assessment of the Canon 1D and Canon 1D MIV, both Pro DSLR cameras and both are created by Canon. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the 1D (4MP) and 1D MIV (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (APS-H).

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The 1D was announced 9 years earlier than the 1D MIV and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the 1D matches up against the 1D MIV in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D and Canon EOS-1D Mark IV. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 1D Gallery and Canon 1D MIV Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D features external measurements of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") along with a weight of 1585 grams (3.49 lbs) whilst the Canon 1D MIV has measurements of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") along with a weight of 1230 grams (2.71 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the 1D against the 1D MIV.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 1D and 1D MIV is 50 and 51 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The visual below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D and 1D MIV.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon 1D MIV to render more detail with its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older 1D will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.