Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D1

Its time to look much closer at the Canon 1Ds MII and Nikon D1, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1Ds MII (17MP) and D1 (3MP) and the 1Ds MII (Full frame) and D1 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The 1Ds MII was brought out 4 years later than the D1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the 1Ds MII scores versus the D1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II and Nikon D1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 1Ds MII Gallery and Nikon D1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 1Ds MII provides outer dimensions of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") along with a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon D1 has measurements of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

Look at the Canon 1Ds MII and Nikon D1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the 1Ds MII and the D1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1Ds MII and D1 is 50 and 51 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1Ds MII and D1.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1Ds MII due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon 1Ds MII will deliver greater detail having its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher 1Ds MII will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.