Canon 1Ds MIII vs Nikon D4
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Canon 1Ds MIII vs Nikon D4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1385g - 150 x 160 x 80mm
- Revealed August 2008
- Superseded the Canon 1Ds MII
- New Model is Canon 1D X
(Full Review)
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Let's look much closer at the Canon 1Ds MIII vs Nikon D4, both Pro DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the 1Ds MIII (21MP) and D4 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (Full frame).
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Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the 1Ds MIII scores versus the D4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon 1Ds MIII over the Nikon D4
| 1Ds MIII | D4 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon D4 over the Canon 1Ds MIII
| D4 | 1Ds MIII | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2012 |  | August 2008 | More modern by 41 months |
| Screen sizing | 3.2" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 1Ds MIII and Nikon D4
| 1Ds MIII | D4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More exact focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither includes Touch screen |
Canon 1Ds MIII vs Nikon D4 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 1Ds MIII features outside measurements of 150mm x 160mm x 80mm (5.9" x 6.3" x 3.1") along with a weight of 1385 grams (3.05 lbs) whilst the Nikon D4 has specifications of 160mm x 157mm x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 1Ds MIII vs Nikon D4 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the 1Ds MIII against the D4.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 1Ds MIII and D4 is 51 and 50 respectively.
Canon 1Ds MIII vs Nikon D4 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The pic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1Ds MIII and D4.
As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon 1Ds MIII to produce greater detail because of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged 1Ds MIII will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon 1Ds MIII vs Nikon D4 Specifications
| Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III | Nikon D4 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
| Model | Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III | Nikon D4 |
| Class | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
| Revealed | 2008-08-18 | 2012-01-06 |
| Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Expeed 3 |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 36 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 860.4mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
| Maximum resolution | 5616 x 3744 | 4928 x 3280 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | - | 204800 |
| Min native ISO | 50 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Min boosted ISO | - | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 45 | 51 |
| Cross focus points | - | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Canon EF | Nikon F |
| Total lenses | 250 | 309 |
| Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD with brightness control |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.7x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 11.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | External | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Optional |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 1385g (3.05 pounds) | 1340g (2.95 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 150 x 160 x 80mm (5.9" x 6.3" x 3.1") | 160 x 157 x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 80 | 89 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 24.0 | 24.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 12.0 | 13.1 |
| DXO Low light score | 1663 | 2965 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 1800 images | 2600 images |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | EN-EL18 |
| 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 recording | ||
| Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II), SD card | CompactFlash, XQD |
| Storage slots | Two | Two |
| Pricing at launch | $6,652 | $4,500 |