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Canon 1D vs Canon 1D X

Portability
50
Imaging
43
Features
43
Overall
43
Canon EOS-1D front
 
Canon EOS-1D X front
Portability
50
Imaging
65
Features
73
Overall
68

Canon 1D vs Canon 1D X Key Specs

Canon 1D
(Full Review)
  • 4MP - APS-H Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
  • No Video
  • Canon EF Mount
  • 1585g - 156 x 158 x 80mm
  • Announced December 2001
  • New Model is Canon 1D MII
Canon 1D X
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Canon EF Mount
  • 1340g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
  • Introduced October 2011
  • Succeeded the Canon 1Ds MIII
  • Newer Model is Canon 1D X II
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Canon 1D vs Canon 1D X Overview

The following is a comprehensive review of the Canon 1D and Canon 1D X, both Pro DSLR digital cameras and both of them are designed by Canon. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1D (4MP) and 1D X (18MP) and the 1D (APS-H) and 1D X (Full frame) boast different sensor size.

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The 1D was launched 10 years earlier than the 1D X which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the 1D grades against the 1D X with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon 1D over the Canon 1D X

 1D 1D X 

Reasons to pick Canon 1D X over the Canon 1D

 1D X 1D 
IntroducedOctober 2011December 2001Newer by 119 months
Screen dimensions3.2"2"Bigger screen (+1.2")
Screen resolution1040k120kCrisper screen (+920k dot)

Common features in the Canon 1D and Canon 1D X

 1D 1D X 
Manually focus More exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Canon 1D vs Canon 1D X Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D enjoys outside 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 X has measurements of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") and a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 1D and Canon 1D X in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the 1D versus the 1D X.

Canon 1D vs Canon 1D X size comparison

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

Canon 1D vs Canon 1D X top view buttons comparison

Canon 1D vs Canon 1D X Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The picture here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D and 1D X.

As you can tell, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1D featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Canon 1D X will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged 1D is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon 1D vs Canon 1D X sensor size comparison

Canon 1D vs Canon 1D X Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 1D vs Canon 1D X Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 1D Portrait photography highlights
Canon 1D X Portrait photography highlights
52
focusing manually
flash sync speed is above average (1/500s)
good sensor size (APS-H)
exports RAW files
no liveview feature
low megapixels (4 megapixels)
79
focusing manually
MP count good (18 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
includes face detection focus
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon 1D as a Street photography camera
Canon 1D X as a Street photography camera
48
good sensor size (APS-H)
exports RAW files
environment proofing
no moving screen
no image stabilization
heavier than others in class (1,585 grams)
59
sensor size is large (Full frame)
saves RAW files
environment proofing
great high ISO (51,200)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon 1D Sports photography features
Canon 1D X Sports photography features
50
maximum shutter speed is high (1/16,000 seconds)
good sensor size (APS-H)
environment proofing
sensor has phase detect auto focus
no liveview feature
no image stabilization
low megapixels (4MP)
70
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
MP count good (18MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proofing
has phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery (1,120 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Canon 1D Travel photography information
Canon 1D X Travel photography information
38
environment proofing
heavier than others in class (1,585 grams)
low megapixels (4 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
49
environment proofing
MP count good (18 megapixels)
missing Time Lapse function
terrible battery (1,120 shots)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Canon 1D Landscape photography info
Canon 1D X Landscape photography info
49
focusing manually
swap lenses (Canon EF mount)
good sensor size (APS-H)
exports RAW files
environment proofing
screen is somewhat small (2 inches)
no liveview feature
no image stabilization
low megapixels (4MP)
68
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Canon EF mount)
nice screen size (3.2 inches)
MP count good (18 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
great high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW files
environment proofing
2 card slots
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery (1,120 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon 1D
Vlogging with Canon 1D X
9
can't record video
28
includes face detection focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
has external mic support
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
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Canon 1D vs Canon 1D X Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 1D and Canon 1D X
 Canon EOS-1DCanon EOS-1D X
General Information
Brand Name Canon Canon
Model Canon EOS-1D Canon EOS-1D X
Type Pro DSLR Pro DSLR
Announced 2001-12-13 2011-10-18
Physical type Large SLR Large SLR
Sensor Information
Chip - Dual Digic 5+
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size APS-H Full frame
Sensor dimensions 28.7 x 19.1mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 548.2mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 4 megapixel 18 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Highest resolution 2464 x 1648 5184 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 51200
Highest boosted ISO - 204800
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Minimum boosted ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 45 61
Cross focus points - 41
Lens
Lens mount Canon EF Canon EF
Amount of lenses 250 250
Focal length multiplier 1.3 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2" 3.2"
Resolution of display 120k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology - Clear View II TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.72x 0.76x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/16000s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting rate 8.0fps 14.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options External E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/500s 1/250s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions - 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps, 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps)
Highest video resolution None 1920x1080
Video data format - MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 1585g (3.49 pounds) 1340g (2.95 pounds)
Physical dimensions 156 x 158 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") 158 x 164 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 82
DXO Color Depth score not tested 23.8
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.8
DXO Low light score not tested 2786
Other
Battery life - 1120 pictures
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - LP-E4N
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage Compact Flash (Type I or II) Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible
Card slots One 2
Pricing at launch $4,899 $5,299