Canon 1Ds vs Nikon 1 S1
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Canon 1Ds vs Nikon 1 S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 11MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1250
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1585g - 156 x 158 x 80mm
- Revealed December 2002
- Renewed by Canon 1Ds MII
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 197g - 102 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Successor is Nikon 1 S2
Canon 1Ds vs Nikon 1 S1 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Canon 1Ds versus Nikon 1 S1, former being a Pro DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the 1Ds (11MP) and the 1 S1 (10MP) is very close but the 1Ds (Full frame) and 1 S1 (1") feature different sensor sizes.
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe 1Ds was unveiled 11 years before the 1 S1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon 1Ds being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon 1 S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the 1Ds scores versus the 1 S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon 1Ds vs Nikon 1 S1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1Ds & Nikon 1 S1. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 1Ds Gallery & Nikon 1 S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1Ds over the Nikon 1 S1
1Ds | 1 S1 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S1 over the Canon 1Ds
1 S1 | 1Ds | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | December 2002 | Fresher by 127 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2" | Larger display (+1") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 120k | Sharper display (+340k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 1Ds and Nikon 1 S1
1Ds | 1 S1 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Canon 1Ds vs Nikon 1 S1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 1Ds enjoys physical measurements of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 1585 grams (3.49 lbs) and the Nikon 1 S1 has measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Canon 1Ds versus Nikon 1 S1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the 1Ds versus the 1 S1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1Ds and 1 S1 is 50 and 92 respectively.
Canon 1Ds vs Nikon 1 S1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 1Ds and 1 S1.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1Ds with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Canon 1Ds will provide you with greater detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older 1Ds will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon 1Ds vs Nikon 1 S1 Specifications
Canon EOS-1Ds | Nikon 1 S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS-1Ds | Nikon 1 S1 |
Category | Pro DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2002-12-17 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 852.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 11 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4064 x 2704 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 1250 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | 135 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF | Nikon 1 |
Total lenses | 250 | 13 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 120 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 15.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | External | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/60 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1585 grams (3.49 lbs) | 197 grams (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 156 x 158 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") | 102 x 61 x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 63 | 56 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.8 | 21.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 11.1 |
DXO Low light score | 954 | 397 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL20 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $9,000 | $231 |