Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D3
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Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 11MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1250
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1585g - 156 x 158 x 80mm
- Revealed December 2002
- Updated by Canon 1Ds MII
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1300g - 160 x 157 x 88mm
- Revealed April 2008
- Newer Model is Nikon D3S
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On this page, we will be comparing the Canon 1Ds and Nikon D3, both Pro DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the 1Ds (11MP) and the D3 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (Full frame).
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Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the 1Ds scores versus the D3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon 1Ds over the Nikon D3
| 1Ds | D3 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon D3 over the Canon 1Ds
| D3 | 1Ds | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | April 2008 |  | December 2002 | More modern by 64 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2" | Bigger screen (+1") |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 120k | Crisper screen (+802k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 1Ds and Nikon D3
| 1Ds | D3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D3 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Canon 1Ds features external measurements of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") along with a weight of 1585 grams (3.49 lbs) while the Nikon D3 has proportions of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") having a weight of 1300 grams (2.87 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the 1Ds vs the D3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1Ds and D3 is 50 and 50 respectively.
Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 1Ds and D3.
Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon D3 to provide greater detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged 1Ds will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D3 Specifications
| Canon EOS-1Ds | Nikon D3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon EOS-1Ds | Nikon D3 |
| Type | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
| Revealed | 2002-12-17 | 2008-04-18 |
| Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Expeed |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 36 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor area | 852.0mm² | 860.4mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 11MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
| Peak resolution | 4064 x 2704 | 4256 x 2832 |
| Highest native ISO | 1250 | 6400 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW format | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 45 | 51 |
| Cross type focus points | - | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Canon EF | Nikon F |
| Amount of lenses | 250 | 309 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 120k dot | 922k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.7x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | External | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Highest video resolution | None | None |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 1585 grams (3.49 pounds) | 1300 grams (2.87 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 156 x 158 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") | 160 x 157 x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 63 | 81 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 21.8 | 23.5 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | 12.2 |
| DXO Low light rating | 954 | 2290 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 4300 shots |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) x2 |
| Storage slots | 1 | Dual |
| Price at release | $9,000 | $5,450 |