Canon 1Ds MIII vs Leica S2

Here, we are contrasting the Canon 1Ds MIII versus Leica S2, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Leica. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the 1Ds MIII (21MP) and S2 (38MP) and the 1Ds MIII (Full frame) and S2 (Medium format) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1Ds MIII was launched around the same time to the S2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the 1Ds MIII grades against the S2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III and Leica S2. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 1Ds MIII Gallery and Leica S2 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1Ds MIII provides external measurements of 150mm x 160mm x 80mm (5.9" x 6.3" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 1385 grams (3.05 lbs) whilst the Leica S2 has dimensions of 160mm x 120mm x 81mm (6.3" x 4.7" x 3.2") along with a weight of 1410 grams (3.11 lbs).

Analyze the Canon 1Ds MIII versus Leica S2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the 1Ds MIII compared to the S2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1Ds MIII and S2 is 51 and 52 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The graphic here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1Ds MIII and S2.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1Ds MIII featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Leica S2 will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 17 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively.