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Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D3X

Portability
50
Imaging
59
Features
45
Overall
53
Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II front
 
Nikon D3X front
Portability
51
Imaging
67
Features
65
Overall
66

Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D3X Key Specs

Canon 1Ds MII
(Full Review)
  • 17MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • No Video
  • Canon EF Mount
  • 1565g - 156 x 158 x 80mm
  • Revealed October 2005
  • Replaced the Canon 1Ds
  • Renewed by Canon 1Ds MIII
Nikon D3X
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1260g - 160 x 157 x 88mm
  • Released February 2009
  • Succeeded the Nikon D2Xs
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Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D3X Overview

The following is a detailed overview of the Canon 1Ds MII versus Nikon D3X, both Pro DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the 1Ds MII (17MP) and D3X (25MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The 1Ds MII was brought out 4 years earlier than the D3X which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 1Ds MII scores against the D3X with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon 1Ds MII over the Nikon D3X

 1Ds MII D3X 

Reasons to pick Nikon D3X over the Canon 1Ds MII

 D3X 1Ds MII 
ReleasedFebruary 2009October 2005Newer by 40 months
Screen size3"2"Bigger screen (+1")
Screen resolution920k230kClearer screen (+690k dot)

Common features in the Canon 1Ds MII and Nikon D3X

 1Ds MII D3X 
Manual focus Very accurate focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D3X Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon 1Ds MII has got outer measurements of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon D3X has measurements of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 1260 grams (2.78 lbs).

Look at the Canon 1Ds MII versus Nikon D3X in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1Ds MII and the D3X.

Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D3X size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 1Ds MII and D3X is 50 and 51 respectively.

Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D3X top view buttons comparison

Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D3X Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The picture here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1Ds MII and D3X.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon D3X to provide greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 1Ds MII will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D3X sensor size comparison

Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D3X Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D3X Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 1Ds MII as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon D3X as a Portrait photography camera
67
manual focus
decent MP (17MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
doesn't have liveview
80
you can focus manually
excellent resolution (25MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Canon 1Ds MII Street photography highlights
Nikon D3X Street photography highlights
51
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
environment sealing
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
heavier than competitors in class (1,565 grams)
57
sensor size is great (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
environment proof
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon 1Ds MII Sports photography info
Nikon D3X Sports photography info
60
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
decent MP (17MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
environment sealing
sensor has phase detect AF
doesn't have liveview
max frames per second low (4.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
71
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
excellent resolution (25MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
environment proof
good battery (4,400 per charge)
has phase detect auto focus
max fps very slow (5.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon 1Ds MII
Travel photography with Nikon D3X
51
environment sealing
decent MP (17MP)
heavier than competitors in class (1,565 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
63
good battery (4,400 shots)
environment proof
excellent resolution (25MP)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon 1Ds MII Landscape photography factors
Nikon D3X Landscape photography factors
63
manual focus
swap lenses (Canon EF mount)
decent MP (17 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
environment sealing
has dual storage slots
tiny screen (2")
doesn't have liveview
no image stabilization
76
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Nikon F mount)
nice screen size (3")
excellent resolution (25MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
environment proof
good battery (4,400 CIPA)
two card slots
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 1Ds MII as a Vlogging camera
Nikon D3X as a Vlogging camera
9
no video shooting
9
no video shooting
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Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D3X Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 1Ds MII and Nikon D3X
 Canon EOS-1Ds Mark IINikon D3X
General Information
Brand Canon Nikon
Model type Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II Nikon D3X
Class Pro DSLR Pro DSLR
Revealed 2005-10-11 2009-02-19
Physical type Large SLR Large SLR
Sensor Information
Processor - Expeed
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor measurements 36 x 24mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 864.0mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 17 megapixel 25 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Maximum resolution 4992 x 3328 6048 x 4032
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Maximum boosted ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Min boosted ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 45 51
Lens
Lens mount type Canon EF Nikon F
Available lenses 250 309
Focal length multiplier 1 1
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 920 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech - Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.7x 0.7x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 4.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes External Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/250 seconds 1/250 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Maximum video resolution None None
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 1565g (3.45 lb) 1260g (2.78 lb)
Physical dimensions 156 x 158 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") 160 x 157 x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating 74 88
DXO Color Depth rating 23.3 24.7
DXO Dynamic range rating 11.3 13.7
DXO Low light rating 1480 1992
Other
Battery life - 4400 shots
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - EN-EL4a
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 to 20 sec, custom)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type Compact Flash (Type I or II), SD card Compact Flash (Type I or II) x 2, UDMA
Card slots Dual Dual
Retail cost $12,000 $3,000