Canon 1D vs Fujifilm S1 Pro

Here is a detailed assessment of the Canon 1D and Fujifilm S1 Pro, both Pro DSLR cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the 1D (4MP) and Fujifilm S1 Pro (3MP) and the 1D (APS-H) and Fujifilm S1 Pro (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The 1D was launched 17 months later than the Fujifilm S1 Pro making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the 1D matches up vs the Fujifilm S1 Pro when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1D and Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 1D Gallery and Fujifilm S1 Pro Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 1D has exterior dimensions of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") with a weight of 1585 grams (3.49 lbs) and the Fujifilm S1 Pro has specifications of 148mm x 125mm x 80mm (5.8" x 4.9" x 3.1") having a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 1D and Fujifilm S1 Pro in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the 1D against the Fujifilm S1 Pro.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1D and Fujifilm S1 Pro is 50 and 56 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D and Fujifilm S1 Pro.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1D due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Canon 1D will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher 1D provides a benefit in sensor innovation.