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Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D3S

Portability
50
Imaging
52
Features
34
Overall
44
Canon EOS-1Ds front
 
Nikon D3S front
Portability
51
Imaging
57
Features
63
Overall
59

Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D3S Key Specs

Canon 1Ds
(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
  • Announced December 2002
  • Updated by Canon 1Ds MII
Nikon D3S
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1240g - 160 x 157 x 88mm
  • Revealed February 2010
  • Older Model is Nikon D3
  • Newer Model is Nikon D4
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Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D3S Overview

Here, we are reviewing the Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D3S, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the 1Ds (11MP) and the D3S (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The 1Ds was manufactured 8 years earlier than the D3S and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the 1Ds matches up versus the D3S with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon 1Ds over the Nikon D3S

 1Ds D3S 

Reasons to pick Nikon D3S over the Canon 1Ds

 D3S 1Ds 
RevealedFebruary 2010December 2002Fresher by 87 months
Display size3"2"Larger display (+1")
Display resolution921k120kCrisper display (+801k dot)

Common features in the Canon 1Ds and Nikon D3S

 1Ds D3S 
Manual focus Very accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D3S Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 1Ds comes with exterior dimensions of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 1585 grams (3.49 lbs) and the Nikon D3S has specifications of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") with a weight of 1240 grams (2.73 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the 1Ds versus the D3S.

Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D3S size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1Ds and D3S is 50 and 51 respectively.

Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D3S top view buttons comparison

Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D3S Sensor Comparison

Typically, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1Ds and D3S.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon D3S to resolve extra detail due to its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The older 1Ds is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D3S sensor size comparison

Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D3S Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D3S Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 1Ds as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon D3S as a Portrait photography camera
55
you can focus manually
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports RAW files
no liveview feature
sensor resolution low (11 megapixels)
64
focusing manually
large sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
low MP (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Canon 1Ds Street photography factors
Nikon D3S Street photography factors
44
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports RAW files
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
more heavy than average (1,585g)
low max ISO (1,250)
55
large sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
weather proofing
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon 1Ds Sports photography info
Nikon D3S Sports photography info
47
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
comes with phase detect AF
no liveview feature
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (11 megapixels)
66
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
large sensor size (Full frame)
includes tracking autofocus
weather proofing
good battery life (4,200 CIPA)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
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Travel Comparison

Canon 1Ds Travel photography info
Nikon D3S Travel photography info
30
more heavy than average (1,585 grams)
sensor resolution low (11 megapixels)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
51
good battery life (4,200 per charge)
weather proofing
low MP (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon 1Ds
Landscape photography with Nikon D3S
48
you can focus manually
change lenses (Canon EF mount)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports RAW files
small screen (2 inches)
no liveview feature
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (11MP)
low max ISO (1,250)
67
focusing manually
switch lenses (Nikon F mount)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
large sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
weather proofing
good battery life (4,200 shots)
2 card slots
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 1Ds Vlogging info
Nikon D3S Vlogging info
9
can't shoot video
15
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic support
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Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D3S Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 1Ds and Nikon D3S
 Canon EOS-1DsNikon D3S
General Information
Brand Name Canon Nikon
Model type Canon EOS-1Ds Nikon D3S
Type Pro DSLR Pro DSLR
Announced 2002-12-17 2010-02-16
Physical type Large SLR Large SLR
Sensor Information
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Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 35.8 x 23.8mm 36 x 23.9mm
Sensor surface area 852.0mm² 860.4mm²
Sensor resolution 11 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 5:4 and 3:2
Peak resolution 4064 x 2704 4256 x 2832
Highest native ISO 1250 12800
Highest enhanced ISO - 102400
Min native ISO 100 200
RAW images
Min enhanced ISO - 100
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 45 51
Cross type focus points - 15
Lens
Lens support Canon EF Nikon F
Number of lenses 250 309
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 120k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display technology - Low-temperature polysilicon TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.7x 0.7x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 3.0fps 11.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options External Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/250 secs 1/250 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions - 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps), 320 x 216 (24 fps)
Highest video resolution None 1280x720
Video file format - Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 1585 gr (3.49 pounds) 1240 gr (2.73 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 82
DXO Color Depth rating 21.8 23.5
DXO Dynamic range rating 11.0 12.0
DXO Low light rating 954 3253
Other
Battery life - 4200 pictures
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - EN-EL4a
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 to 20 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage Compact Flash (Type I or II) Compact Flash (Type I or II) x 2, UDMA
Card slots 1 2
Cost at release $9,000 $5,200