Canon 1Ds vs Nikon L810

Following is a in depth comparison of the Canon 1Ds versus Nikon L810, former is a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1Ds (11MP) and L810 (16MP) and the 1Ds (Full frame) and L810 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1Ds was brought out 10 years prior to the L810 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon 1Ds being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon L810 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the 1Ds matches up versus the L810 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1Ds & Nikon Coolpix L810. The entire galleries are available at Canon 1Ds Gallery & Nikon L810 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1Ds offers physical measurements of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 1585 grams (3.49 lbs) whilst the Nikon L810 has dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs).

Look at the Canon 1Ds versus Nikon L810 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the 1Ds compared to the L810.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1Ds and L810 is 50 and 74 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1Ds and L810.

All in all, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1Ds due to its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Nikon L810 will offer more detail having its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged 1Ds is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.