Nikon D780 vs Canon EOS 1D Mark II
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D780 and Canon EOS 1D Mark II. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D780 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS 1D Mark II is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon D780 were released 2020 and Canon EOS 1D Mark II was released 2004. That is a 16 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D780 | 2020 |
Canon EOS 1D Mark II | 2004 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D780 has a "Nikon FX"-sensor while Canon EOS 1D Mark II has a "Canon APS-H"-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 ** |
Nikon D780 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Canon EOS 1D Mark II | 65 mm Canon APS-H sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.3 |
** 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 (Nikon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Nikon D780 has a 25 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 1D Mark II has 8,2 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D780 |
25 MP
24337152 pixels 6048 x 4024 |
Canon EOS 1D Mark II |
8,2 MP
8185344 pixels 3504 x 2336 |
Nikon D780 has a 197 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 1D Mark II. 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 D780 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 1D Mark II. Nikon D780 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Canon EOS 1D Mark II has 50 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D780 | 100-51200 |
Canon EOS 1D Mark II | 50-3200 |
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 Nikon D780
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 1D Mark II
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D780 can shoot up to 12 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 1D Mark II can shoot up to 8,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D780 | 12 |
Canon EOS 1D Mark II | 8,5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Nikon D780. Unfortunately Canon EOS 1D Mark II does not support recording movies and movie clips.
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 II weighs 1565 gr (equal to 3.45 lb) which is 86% heavier than Nikon D780 and its 840 gr (or 1.85 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D780 | 840 gr 1.85 lb |
Canon EOS 1D Mark II | 1565 gr 3.45 lb |
Nikon D780 vs Canon EOS 1D Mark II Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D780 and Canon EOS 1D Mark II, 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 |
Nikon D780 |
Canon EOS 1D Mark II |
Name | Nikon D780 | Canon EOS 1D Mark II |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D780 |
Canon EOS 1D Mark II |
Release Year | 2020 | 2004 |
Release Date | 2020-01-07 | 2004-01-29 |
MSRP | 2299 USD | 4499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D780 |
Canon EOS 1D Mark II |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon D780 |
Canon EOS 1D Mark II |
Sensor Size |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
APS-H (approx 27.9 x 18.6 mm) |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6048 x 4024 pixels | 3504 x 2336 pixels |
Megapixels | 25 MP | 8,2 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED 6 | DIGIC 2 |
Image |
Nikon D780 |
Canon EOS 1D Mark II |
ISO Range | 100 - 51200 | 50 - 3200 |
White Balance Presets | 12 | 8 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon D780 |
Canon EOS 1D Mark II |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Focus Points | 51 | 45 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
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 |
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 |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Nikon D780 |
Canon EOS 1D Mark II |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen size | 3.2” | 2” |
Screen dots | 2359000 | 230000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | N/A |
Live view | Yes | No |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.7× | 0.72× (0.55× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | N/A |
Photography features |
Nikon D780 |
Canon EOS 1D Mark II |
Frames per second | 12 fps | 8,5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 900 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 | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D780 |
Canon EOS 1D Mark II |
Video recording | Yes | No |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
N/A |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
N/A |
Built-in Microphone | No | No |
Built-in Speakers | No | No |
Storage |
Nikon D780 |
Canon EOS 1D Mark II |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon D780 |
Canon EOS 1D Mark II |
HDMI Output | Yes | No |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.1) |
No |
Remote Control | Yes (via wired, wireless or smartphone) | Yes (N3 connector) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D780 |
Canon EOS 1D Mark II |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
EN-EL15b lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Ni-MH pack NP-E3
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 2260 shots | N/A |
Width | 144 mm | 156 mm |
Height | 116 mm | 158 mm |
Depth | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Weight | 840 gram | 1565 gram |