Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III vs Nikon D7200
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III and Nikon D7200. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D7200 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III were released 2007 and Nikon D7200 was released 2015. That is a 8 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III | 2007 |
Nikon D7200 | 2015 |
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 Nikon D7200 has a "Nikon DX"-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 |
Nikon D7200 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** 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)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III has a 21,1 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D7200 has 24 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 |
Nikon D7200 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Nikon D7200 has a 14 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 1Ds 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
Nikon D7200 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III. Nikon D7200 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III has 50 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III | 50-3200 |
Nikon D7200 | 100-25600 |
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 Nikon D7200
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 Nikon D7200 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III | 5 |
Nikon D7200 | 6 |
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 Nikon D7200. 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 105% heavier than Nikon D7200 and its 675 gr (or 1.49 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III | 1385 gr 3.05 lb |
Nikon D7200 | 675 gr 1.49 lb |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III vs Nikon D7200 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III and Nikon D7200, 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 |
Nikon D7200 |
Name | Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III | Nikon D7200 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon D7200 |
Release Year | 2007 | 2015 |
Release Date | 2007-08-20 | 2015-03-02 |
MSRP | 6999 USD | 1199 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon D7200 |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon D7200 |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 5616 x 3744 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 21,1 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | DUAL DIGIC 3 | EXPEED 4 |
Image |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon D7200 |
ISO Range | 50 - 3200 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 8 | 12 |
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 |
Nikon D7200 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 45 | 51 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F 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 |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon D7200 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 3,2” |
Screen dots | 230000 | 1228800 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | N/A | TFT-LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.76× | 0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon D7200 |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 6 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
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 |
Nikon D7200 |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
MPEG4 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 |
Nikon D7200 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon D7200 |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Optional with WFT-E2 II |
Yes Built-In with NFC |
Remote Control | Yes (N3 connector) | Yes (Wired, wireless, or via smartphone) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon D7200 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Canon LP-E4N Battery Pack
|
EN-EL15 lithium-ion battery and charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 1800 shots | 1110 shots |
Width | 150 mm | 136 mm |
Height | 160 mm | 107 mm |
Depth | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Weight | 1385 gram | 675 gram |