Canon 1D vs Fujifilm SL300

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Canon 1D versus Fujifilm SL300, former is a Pro DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the 1D (4MP) and Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) and the 1D (APS-H) and Fujifilm SL300 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1D was revealed 11 years earlier than the Fujifilm SL300 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1D being a Large SLR camera and the Fujifilm SL300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 1D grades against the Fujifilm SL300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D & Fujifilm FinePix SL300. The full galleries are available at Canon 1D Gallery & Fujifilm SL300 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D features physical measurements of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 1585 grams (3.49 lbs) and the Fujifilm SL300 has measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") with a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the 1D vs the Fujifilm SL300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1D and Fujifilm SL300 is 50 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 1D and Fujifilm SL300.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1D with its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm SL300 will produce greater detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged 1D will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.