Canon 1Ds MII vs Sony A58

Here, we will be matching up the Canon 1Ds MII vs Sony A58, former is a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 1Ds MII (17MP) and the A58 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the 1Ds MII (Full frame) and A58 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The 1Ds MII was launched 9 years earlier than the A58 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1Ds MII being a Large SLR camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the 1Ds MII matches up vs the A58 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II & Sony SLT-A58. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 1Ds MII Gallery & Sony A58 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1Ds MII comes with outer measurements of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") with a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs) whilst the Sony A58 has dimensions of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 1Ds MII vs Sony A58 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the 1Ds MII versus the A58.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1Ds MII and A58 is 50 and 68 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 1Ds MII and A58.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1Ds MII featuring a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Sony A58 will show more detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 1Ds MII will be behind in sensor tech.