Canon EOS 1D Mark III vs Canon EOS R6
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 1D Mark III and Canon EOS R6. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.
Canon EOS 1D Mark III were released 2007 and Canon EOS R6 was released 2020. That is a 13 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 1D Mark III | 2007 |
Canon EOS R6 | 2020 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS 1D Mark III is a DSLR camera while Canon EOS R6 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 1D Mark III has a "Canon APS-H"-sensor while Canon EOS R6 has a "Canon Full Frame"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS 1D Mark III | 65 mm Canon APS-H sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.3 |
Canon EOS R6 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Canon EOS 1D Mark III has a 10,1 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS R6 has 20 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 1D Mark III |
10,1 MP
10077696 pixels 3888 x 2592 |
Canon EOS R6 |
20 MP
19961856 pixels 5472 x 3648 |
Canon EOS R6 has a 98 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 1D Mark III. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Canon EOS R6 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 1D Mark III. Canon EOS R6 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 102400 while Canon EOS 1D Mark III has 50 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 1D Mark III | 50-6400 |
Canon EOS R6 | 100-102400 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS R6 belongs to the Canon EOS R-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS R
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 1D Mark III
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS R6
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 1D Mark III can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS R6 can shoot up to 20 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 1D Mark III | 10 |
Canon EOS R6 | 20 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Canon EOS R6. Sadly, the Canon EOS 1D Mark III does not support this.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 1D Mark III weighs 1155 gr (equal to 2.55 lb) which is 70% heavier than Canon EOS R6 and its 680 gr (or 1.5 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 1D Mark III | 1155 gr 2.55 lb |
Canon EOS R6 | 680 gr 1.5 lb |
Canon EOS 1D Mark III vs Canon EOS R6 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 1D Mark III and Canon EOS R6, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS 1D Mark III |
Canon EOS R6 |
Name | Canon EOS 1D Mark III | Canon EOS R6 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 1D Mark III |
Canon EOS R6 |
Release Year | 2007 | 2020 |
Release Date | 2007-02-22 | 2020-07-09 |
MSRP | 3999 USD | 2499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 1D Mark III |
Canon EOS R6 |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 1D Mark III |
Canon EOS R6 |
Sensor Size | APS-H (approx 27.9 x 18.6 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 3888 x 2592 pixels | 5472 x 3648 pixels |
Megapixels | 10,1 MP | 20 MP |
Image Processor | DUAL DIGIC 3 | DIGIC X |
Image |
Canon EOS 1D Mark III |
Canon EOS R6 |
ISO Range | 50 - 6400 | 100 - 102400 |
White Balance Presets | 8 | 8 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor-Shift. Works with lens-based IS systems for maximum shake reduction.) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 1D Mark III |
Canon EOS R6 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 19 | 1053 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF See Compatible Lenses |
Canon RF See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-H Sensor 1.3x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 31 mm 50 mm becomes 65 mm 100 mm becomes 130 mm 200 mm becomes 260 mm |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 1D Mark III |
Canon EOS R6 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 230000 | 1620000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.76× (0.58× 35mm equiv.) | 0.76× |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 3690000 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 1D Mark III |
Canon EOS R6 |
Frames per second | 10 fps | 20 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 1D Mark III |
Canon EOS R6 |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 |
Video resolution | N/A |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS 1D Mark III |
Canon EOS R6 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 1D Mark III |
Canon EOS R6 |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Optional with WFT-E2 II |
Yes Built-in ( 802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (N3 connector) | Yes |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 1D Mark III |
Canon EOS R6 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Battery Pack LP-E4
|
LP-E6NH lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 2200 shots | 360 shots |
Width | 156 mm | 138 mm |
Height | 157 mm | 98 mm |
Depth | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Weight | 1155 gram | 680 gram |