Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III vs Canon EOS Rebel T5i
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III and Canon EOS Rebel T5i. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III were released 2007 and Canon EOS Rebel T5i was released 2013. That is a 6 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III | 2007 |
Canon EOS Rebel T5i | 2013 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III has a "Canon Full Frame"-sensor while Canon EOS Rebel T5i has a "Canon APS-C"-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 1Ds Mark III | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Canon EOS Rebel T5i | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** 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 1Ds Mark III has a 21,1 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Rebel T5i has 18 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
21,1 MP
21026304 pixels 5616 x 3744 |
Canon EOS Rebel T5i |
18 MP
17915904 pixels 5184 x 3456 |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III has a 17 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Rebel T5i. 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 Rebel T5i has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III. Canon EOS Rebel T5i has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III has 50 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III | 50-3200 |
Canon EOS Rebel T5i | 100-12800 |
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.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Rebel T5i
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Rebel T5i can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III | 5 |
Canon EOS Rebel T5i | 5 |
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 Rebel T5i. Sadly, the Canon EOS 1Ds 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 1Ds Mark III weighs 1385 gr (equal to 3.05 lb) which is 139% heavier than Canon EOS Rebel T5i and its 580 gr (or 1.28 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III | 1385 gr 3.05 lb |
Canon EOS Rebel T5i | 580 gr 1.28 lb |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III vs Canon EOS Rebel T5i Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III and Canon EOS Rebel T5i, 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 1Ds Mark III |
Canon EOS Rebel T5i |
Name | Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III | Canon EOS Rebel T5i |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Canon EOS Rebel T5i |
Release Year | 2007 | 2013 |
Release Date | 2007-08-20 | 2013-03-21 |
MSRP | 6999 USD | 899 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Canon EOS Rebel T5i |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Canon EOS Rebel T5i |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 5616 x 3744 pixels | 5184 x 3456 pixels |
Megapixels | 21,1 MP | 18 MP |
Image Processor | DUAL DIGIC 3 | DIGIC 5 |
Image |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Canon EOS Rebel T5i |
ISO Range | 50 - 3200 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 8 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Canon EOS Rebel T5i |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 45 | 9 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
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 |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Canon EOS Rebel T5i |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 230000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | N/A | Clear View II TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.76× | 0.85× (0.53× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 0 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Canon EOS Rebel T5i |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 13 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Canon EOS Rebel T5i |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
Motion JPEG H.264 |
Video resolution | N/A |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Canon EOS Rebel T5i |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Canon EOS Rebel T5i |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Optional with WFT-E2 II |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Remote Control | Yes (N3 connector) | Yes (RC-6 connector) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional via Canon GP-E2 GPS Reciever |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Canon EOS Rebel T5i |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Canon LP-E4N Battery Pack
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Lithium-Ion LP-E8 rechargeable battery & charger
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Battery Life (CIPA) | 1800 shots | 440 shots |
Width | 150 mm | 133 mm |
Height | 160 mm | 100 mm |
Depth | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Weight | 1385 gram | 580 gram |