Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D6
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Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D6 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
- Launched December 2002
- Later Model is Canon 1Ds MII
(Full Review)
- 21MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Increase to 3280000)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1270g - 160 x 163 x 92mm
- Revealed February 2020
- Older Model is Nikon D5
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Here is a thorough assessment of the Canon 1Ds and Nikon D6, both Pro DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the 1Ds (11MP) and D6 (21MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (Full frame).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 1Ds was announced 18 years earlier than the D6 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 1Ds grades vs the D6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1Ds & Nikon D6. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 1Ds Gallery & Nikon D6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1Ds over the Nikon D6
| 1Ds | D6 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon D6 over the Canon 1Ds
| D6 | 1Ds | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2020 |  | December 2002 | Fresher by 208 months |
| Display dimensions | 3.2" |  | 2" | Larger display (+1.2") |
| Display resolution | 2359k |  | 120k | Clearer display (+2239k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon 1Ds and Nikon D6
| 1Ds | D6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen |
Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D6 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Canon 1Ds enjoys 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) while the Nikon D6 has specifications of 160mm x 163mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 1270 grams (2.80 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the 1Ds versus the D6.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 1Ds and D6 is 50 and 50 respectively.
Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D6 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 1Ds and D6.
Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon D6 to produce extra detail with its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older 1Ds will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon 1Ds vs Nikon D6 Specifications
| Canon EOS-1Ds | Nikon D6 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Nikon |
| Model | Canon EOS-1Ds | Nikon D6 |
| Category | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
| Launched | 2002-12-17 | 2020-02-11 |
| Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Expeed 6 |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor surface area | 852.0mm² | 858.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 11MP | 21MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4064 x 2704 | 5568 x 3712 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1250 | 102400 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3280000 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Min boosted ISO | - | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 45 | 105 |
| Cross focus points | - | 105 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Canon EF | Nikon F |
| Amount of lenses | 250 | 309 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2 inch | 3.2 inch |
| Resolution of display | 120 thousand dot | 2,359 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.72x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 900s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 14.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | External | Normal, redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, rear-curtain sync, off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/250s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Maximum video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
| Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Built-in |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 1585g (3.49 lbs) | 1270g (2.80 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 156 x 158 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") | 160 x 163 x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 63 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 21.8 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 954 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 3580 shots |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Dual XQD/CFexpress slots |
| Storage slots | 1 | 2 |
| Retail cost | $9,000 | $6,496 |