Sony a7 vs Canon EOS 1Ds
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony a7 and Canon EOS 1Ds. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Sony a7 is manufacturered by Sony but Canon EOS 1Ds is from Canon. Both Sony and Canon are well known brands though.
Sony a7 were released 2013 and Canon EOS 1Ds was released 2002. That is a 11 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Sony a7 | 2013 |
Canon EOS 1Ds | 2002 |
Type of camera
Sony a7 is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS 1Ds is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
Even though the camera sensors might be called differently they are both considered Full frame which means that the focal length of the lenses is not affected. There is no crop factor on any of these cameras and sensors.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Sony a7 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Canon EOS 1Ds | 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 (Sony)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Sony a7 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 1Ds has 11 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony a7 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS 1Ds |
11 MP
10989056 pixels 4064 x 2704 |
Sony a7 has a 118 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 1Ds. 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
Sony a7 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 1Ds. Sony a7 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Canon EOS 1Ds has 50 to 1250.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony a7 | 100-25600 |
Canon EOS 1Ds | 50-1250 |
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 Sony a7
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 1Ds
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony a7 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 1Ds can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony a7 | 5 |
Canon EOS 1Ds | 3 |
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 Sony a7. Unfortunately Canon EOS 1Ds 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 1Ds weighs 1585 gr (equal to 3.49 lb) which is 234% heavier than Sony a7 and its 474 gr (or 1.04 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony a7 | 474 gr 1.04 lb |
Canon EOS 1Ds | 1585 gr 3.49 lb |
Sony a7 vs Canon EOS 1Ds Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony a7 and Canon EOS 1Ds, 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 |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS 1Ds |
Name | Sony a7 | Canon EOS 1Ds |
Manufacturer | Sony | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS 1Ds |
Release Year | 2013 | 2002 |
Release Date | 2013-10-16 | 2002-09-24 |
MSRP | 1699 USD | 7499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS 1Ds |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS 1Ds |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 4064 x 2704 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 11 MP |
Image Processor | Bionz X | DIGIC |
Image |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS 1Ds |
ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 50 - 1250 |
White Balance Presets | 10 | 8 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS 1Ds |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Focus Points | 117 | 45 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF 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 |
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 |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS 1Ds |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 2” |
Screen dots | 1230000 | 120000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | Xtra Fine LCD | N/A |
Live view | Yes | No |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.71× | 0.7× |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS 1Ds |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 3 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 | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center 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 |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS 1Ds |
Video recording | Yes | No |
Video format |
MPEG4 AVCHD |
N/A |
Video resolution |
1440 x 1080 1920 x 1080 |
N/A |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS 1Ds |
Memory Card |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS 1Ds |
HDMI Output | Yes | No |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-In ( with NFC and wireless control via PlayMemories Mobile app) |
No |
Remote Control | Yes (wired) |
Yes (N3 connector, Remote switch RS-60 E3)
|
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony a7 |
Canon EOS 1Ds |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery and charger
|
Ni-MH Pack NP-E3
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 340 shots | N/A |
Width | 127 mm | 156 mm |
Height | 94 mm | 158 mm |
Depth | 48 mm | 80 mm |
Weight | 474 gram | 1585 gram |