Canon EOS Kiss X9 vs Nikon D4s

This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Kiss X9 and Nikon D4s. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Canon EOS Kiss X9 is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D4s is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS Kiss X9 has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D4s has a "Nikon FX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

** 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 Kiss X9 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D4s has 16 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Canon EOS Kiss X9 has a 48 % larger resolution than Nikon D4s. 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

Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 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 Kiss X9
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D4s

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS Kiss X9 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Nikon D4s can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Canon EOS Kiss X9 and Nikon D4s can shoot movies.

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.

Nikon D4s weighs 1350 gr (equal to 2.98 lb) which is 198% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss X9 and its 453 gr (or 1 lb).

Canon EOS Kiss X9 vs Nikon D4s Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Kiss X9 and Nikon D4s, 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 Kiss X9	Nikon D4s
Name	Canon EOS Kiss X9	Nikon D4s
Manufacturer	Canon	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Canon EOS Kiss X9	Nikon D4s
Release Year	2017	2014
Release Date	2017-06-29	2014-02-25
MSRP	549 USD	6499 USD
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Camera Type	Canon EOS Kiss X9	Nikon D4s
Camera Type	DSLR	DSLR
Sensor	Canon EOS Kiss X9	Nikon D4s
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm)	Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX"
Sensor Type	CMOS	CMOS
Resolution	6000 x 4000 pixels	4928 x 3280 pixels
Megapixels	24 MP	16 MP
Image Processor	DIGIC 7	EXPEED 4
Image	Canon EOS Kiss X9	Nikon D4s
ISO Range	100 - 25600	100 - 25600
White Balance Presets	6	12
Custom White Balance	Yes	Yes
Image Stabilization	No	No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating	0 stops	0 stops
Uncompressed format	RAW	RAW + TIFF
Optics & Focus	Canon EOS Kiss X9	Nikon D4s
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView
Focus Points	9	51
Lens Mount	Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses	Nikon F See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier	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	FX (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 Kiss X9	Nikon D4s
Articulated LCD	Fully articulated	Fixed
Screen size	3”	3.2”
Screen dots	1040000	921000
Touch screen	Yes	No
Screen type	TFT LCD	TFT LCD with brightness and color adjustment
Live view	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Optical (pentamirror)	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage	95%	100%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.87× (0.54× 35mm equiv.)	0.7×
Viewfinder Resolution	0	N/A
Photography features	Canon EOS Kiss X9	Nikon D4s
Frames per second	5 fps	11 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds	1/8000 seconds
Built-in Flash	Yes	No
Built-in Flash Range	10 meters	N/A
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	No	Yes
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial	Multi Center Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV steps)
Videography features	Canon EOS Kiss X9	Nikon D4s
Video recording	Yes	Yes
Video format	MPEG4 H.264	MPEG4 H.264
Video resolution	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone	Yes	Yes
Built-in Speakers	Yes	Yes
Storage	Canon EOS Kiss X9	Nikon D4s
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	Compact Flash XQD
Connectivity	Canon EOS Kiss X9	Nikon D4s
HDMI Output	Yes	Yes
Microphone Port	Yes	Yes
Headphone Port	No	Yes
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + NFC + Bluetooth)	Yes Optional via WT-5A or WT-4A
Remote Control	Yes (via wireless remote or smartphone)	Yes (wired or wireless)
GPS	No	Yes Optional via GP-1A
Body & Dimensions	Canon EOS Kiss X9	Nikon D4s
Enviromentally sealed	No	Yes
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger	Lithium-Ion EN-EL18a rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	650 shots	3020 shots
Width	122 mm	160 mm
Height	93 mm	157 mm
Depth	70 mm	91 mm
Weight	453 gram	1350 gram