Canon 1Ds MIII vs Sony QX1
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Canon 1Ds MIII vs Sony QX1 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
- Earlier Model is Canon 1Ds MII
- Later Model is Canon 1D X
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 216g - 74 x 70 x 53mm
- Announced September 2014
Canon 1Ds MIII vs Sony QX1 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Canon 1Ds MIII vs Sony QX1, one being a Pro DSLR and the other is a Lens-style by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the 1Ds MIII (21MP) and the QX1 (20MP) is fairly close but the 1Ds MIII (Full frame) and QX1 (APS-C) boast different sensor measurements.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe 1Ds MIII was launched 7 years earlier than the QX1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1Ds MIII being a Large SLR camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the 1Ds MIII grades against the QX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon 1Ds MIII vs Sony QX1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III and Sony Alpha QX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 1Ds MIII Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1Ds MIII over the Sony QX1
1Ds MIII | QX1 | |||
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Display size | 3" | " | Larger display (+3") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 0k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX1 over the Canon 1Ds MIII
QX1 | 1Ds MIII | |||
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Announced | September 2014 | August 2008 | Fresher by 73 months | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon 1Ds MIII and Sony QX1
1Ds MIII | QX1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon 1Ds MIII vs Sony QX1 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 1Ds MIII offers outside dimensions of 150mm x 160mm x 80mm (5.9" x 6.3" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 1385 grams (3.05 lbs) and the Sony QX1 has proportions of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).
Contrast the Canon 1Ds MIII vs Sony QX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the 1Ds MIII vs the QX1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 1Ds MIII and QX1 is 51 and 90 respectively.
Canon 1Ds MIII vs Sony QX1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1Ds MIII and QX1.
To sum up, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1Ds MIII because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon 1Ds MIII will render more detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older 1Ds MIII will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Canon 1Ds MIII vs Sony QX1 Specifications
Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III | Sony Alpha QX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III | Sony Alpha QX1 |
Category | Pro DSLR | Lens-style |
Revealed | 2008-08-18 | 2014-09-03 |
Body design | Large SLR | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 5616 x 3744 | 5456 x 3632 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Lowest native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 45 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 250 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | - |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | External | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, rear sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30p) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1385 grams (3.05 lb) | 216 grams (0.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 150 x 160 x 80mm (5.9" x 6.3" x 3.1") | 74 x 70 x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 80 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1663 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1800 photographs | 440 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II), SD card | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | Two | 1 |
Price at launch | $6,652 | $500 |