Canon 1D vs Canon R6
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Canon 1D vs Canon R6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 4MP - APS-H Sensor
- 2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1585g - 156 x 158 x 80mm
- Launched December 2001
- Refreshed by Canon 1D MII
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 680g - 138 x 98 x 88mm
- Released July 2020
- Replacement is Canon R6 II

Canon 1D vs Canon R6 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Canon 1D and Canon R6, one is a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Canon. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the 1D (4MP) and R6 (20MP) and the 1D (APS-H) and R6 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

The 1D was brought out 19 years before the R6 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon 1D being a Large SLR camera and the Canon R6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the 1D grades against the R6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon 1D vs Canon R6 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D and Canon EOS R6. The entire galleries are available at Canon 1D Gallery and Canon R6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D over the Canon R6
1D | R6 |
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Reasons to pick Canon R6 over the Canon 1D
R6 | 1D | |||
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Released | July 2020 | ![]() | December 2001 | More modern by 226 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Screen resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 120k | Crisper screen (+1500k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon 1D and Canon R6
1D | R6 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Canon 1D vs Canon R6 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D offers physical 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 R6 has dimensions of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).
Examine the Canon 1D and Canon R6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the 1D vs the R6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1D and R6 is 50 and 61 respectively.

Canon 1D vs Canon R6 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The picture below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 1D and R6.
To sum up, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1D because of its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Canon R6 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 16MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged 1D will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon 1D vs Canon R6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 1D vs Canon R6 Specifications
Canon EOS-1D | Canon EOS R6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon EOS-1D | Canon EOS R6 |
Type | Pro DSLR | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2001-12-13 | 2020-07-09 |
Physical type | Large SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Digic X |
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 | 4MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 2464 x 1648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 102400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | 6072 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF | Canon RF |
Amount of lenses | 250 | 17 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.3 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 120k dots | 1,620k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,690k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | 0.76x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0fps | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | External | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/500 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 3840x2160 (60p/30p/23.98p) |1920x1080 (120p/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1585 gr (3.49 pounds) | 680 gr (1.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 156 x 158 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") | 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 360 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LP-E6NH |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | Single | Two |
Launch cost | $4,899 | $2,499 |