Canon 1D vs Nikon D4s
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Canon 1D vs Nikon D4s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 4MP - APS-H Sensor
- 2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1585g - 156 x 158 x 80mm
- Released December 2001
- Refreshed by Canon 1D MII
(Full Review)
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On this page, we are evaluating the Canon 1D vs Nikon D4s, both Pro DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the 1D (4MP) and D4s (16MP) and the 1D (APS-H) and D4s (Full frame) have totally different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 1D was announced 13 years before the D4s which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the 1D scores against the D4s in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon 1D over the Nikon D4s
| 1D | D4s |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon D4s over the Canon 1D
| D4s | 1D | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2014 |  | December 2001 | More modern by 148 months |
| Display dimensions | 3.2" |  | 2" | Larger display (+1.2") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 120k | Crisper display (+801k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 1D and Nikon D4s
| 1D | D4s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Canon 1D vs Nikon D4s Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D provides external dimensions of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 1585 grams (3.49 lbs) while the Nikon D4s has dimensions of 160mm x 157mm x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 1350 grams (2.98 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the 1D and the D4s.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1D and D4s is 50 and 50 respectively.
Canon 1D vs Nikon D4s Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D and D4s.
Clearly, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1D using its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Nikon D4s will result in greater detail with its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged 1D will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon 1D vs Nikon D4s Specifications
| Canon EOS-1D | Nikon D4s | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Canon | Nikon |
| Model | Canon EOS-1D | Nikon D4s |
| Class | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
| Released | 2001-12-13 | 2014-02-24 |
| Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Expeed 4 |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-H | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 28.7 x 19.1mm | 36 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor area | 548.2mm² | 860.4mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 4MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
| Peak resolution | 2464 x 1648 | 4928 x 3280 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | - | 409600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 45 | 51 |
| Cross focus points | - | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Canon EF | Nikon F |
| Available lenses | 250 | 309 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.3 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2 inches | 3.2 inches |
| Screen resolution | 120k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT LCD with brightness and color adjustment |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | 0.7x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames per second | 11.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | External | Auto FP high-speed sync, front-curtain, rear-curtain, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/500 secs | 1/250 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Optional |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 1585g (3.49 pounds) | 1350g (2.98 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 156 x 158 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") | 160 x 157 x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 89 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.3 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 3074 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 3020 pictures |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | EN-EL18a |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2-20 seconds, 1-9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 seconds) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | CompactFlash, XQD |
| Storage slots | One | Dual |
| Launch cost | $4,899 | $6,498 |