Canon 1D vs Leica S2

Here, we will be matching up the Canon 1D vs Leica S2, both Pro DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Leica. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the 1D (4MP) and S2 (38MP) and the 1D (APS-H) and S2 (Medium format) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The 1D was brought out 7 years before the S2 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the 1D matches up vs the S2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1D and Leica S2. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 1D Gallery and Leica S2 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon 1D enjoys exterior measurements of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 1585 grams (3.49 lbs) whilst the Leica S2 has sizing of 160mm x 120mm x 81mm (6.3" x 4.7" x 3.2") with a weight of 1410 grams (3.11 lbs).

Look at the Canon 1D vs Leica S2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the 1D vs the S2.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 1D and S2 is 50 and 52 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D and S2.

Plainly, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1D featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Leica S2 will show more detail having its extra 34 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older 1D will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.