Nikon D5 vs Canon EOS-1D X Mark II Specs Comparison
Here is the quick specs comparison of the new Nikon D5 and Canon EOS-1D X Mark II. You can take a look at the key differences between the two full frame DSLR cameras.
Nikon D5 ($6,496 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama): Revolving around a full-frame, FX-format 20.8MP CMOS sensor and EXPEED 5 image processor, this workhorse touts an impressive 12 fps continuous shooting rate with full-time AF and AE, an expandable sensitivity range that goes up to ISO 3280000, and 4K UHD video recording at 30 fps. The Nikon D5 once again redefines what a DSLR is capable of capturing, and is engineered with the ideal balance of resolution, low-light ability, system speed and processing power.
Canon EOS-1D X Mark II ($5,999 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama): The new Canon EOS-1D X Mark II features a full-frame 20.2MP CMOS sensor and dual DIGIC 6+ image processors, which contribute to fast continuous shooting rates up to 16 fps in live view, 14 fps with full-time AF and AE, and an expanded sensitivity range from ISO 50-409600. The sensor and processor combination also avails DCI 4K video recording at 60 fps and Full HD 1080p recording at 120 fps, along with the ability to record on-board to a CFast 2.0 memory card or via HDMI to an optional external recorder.
Nikon D5 vs Canon EOS-1D X Mark II Specs Comparison
| Feature | Nikon D5 | Canon 1D X Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| Effective Pixels (megapixels) | 20.8 Million | 20.2 Million |
| Sensor Type / Size | CMOS, 36 x 24 mm | CMOS, 36 x 24 mm |
| Sensor Pixel Size | ~6.466 microns | ~6.579 microns |
| Image Size | 5,568 x 3,712 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Image Processor | EXPEED 5 | Dual DIGIC 6+ |
| Viewfinder Type | Pentaprism | Pentaprism |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.72x | 0.76x |
| Built-in Flash | No | No |
| Storage Media | 2x CF OR 2x XQD, serviceable | 1x CF + 1x Cfast 2.0 |
| Continuous Shooting Speed | 12 fps with AF/AE | 14 fps (16 mirror-up) |
| Buffer Size (RAW, Lossless 14-bit) | 200 (XQD, RAW+JPG) | 170 (Cfast 2.0) |
| RAW Depth | 12bit, 14-bit | 14-bit |
| Max Shutter Speed | 1/8000 to 30 sec | 1/8000 to 30 sec |
| Shutter Durability | 400,000 cycles | 400,000 cycles |
| Base ISO | ISO 100 | ISO 100 |
| Native ISO Sensitivity | ISO 100-102,400 | 100-51200 |
| Boosted ISO Sensitivity | ISO 50, ISO 3,280,000 (power 15, H5) | ISO 50, ISO 409,600 (power 12, H3) |
| Autofocus System | 153-point, 99 cross-type AF system | 61-point, 41 cross-type AF system |
| AF f/8 points | 15 (unspecified types, 9 selectable) | all (21 cross) |
| AF Detection | Up to f/8 | Up to f/8 |
| AF Detection Range | “EV -4 to +20 (@ 68°F/20°C, ISO 100)” | “(center point) EV -3, down to f/8″ |
| Video Output | MOV, MPEG-4 / H.264 | MOV, MPEG-4 / H.264 |
| Video Maximum Resolution | 3840 x 2160 in APS-C crop | 4096 x 2160, in-camera framegrab (8.8Mpix) |
| 4K 60/50fps | N/A | intraframe JPEG, 60/50fps @ 800Mbps (5733 MB/min) |
| 4K 30/25/24fps | progressive (3 mins max) | intraframe JPEG, 30/25/24fps @ 500Mbps (3587 MB/min) |
| LCD Size | 3.2″ diagonal TFT-LCD | 3.2″ Rear Touchscreen LCD |
| LCD Resolution | 2,359,000 dots | 1,620,000 dots |
| LCD Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in GPS | not built-in / GP-1A | Yes |
| Wi-Fi / NFC | not built-in / WT-5A/WT-6A | not built-in / WFT-E8A, IEEE 802.11ac/n/a/g/b, 2.4GHz/5GHz |
| Battery | EN-EL18a | LP-E19 |
| Battery Life | 3780 CIPA; 110 mins HD footage | 1210~1020 viewfinder, 260~240 live-view CIPA |
| USB Version | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Weight | 1,405g (With Battery + Media) | 1,530g (With Battery + Media) |
| Dimensions | 160 x 158.5 x 92mm | 158 x 167.6 x 82.6mm |
| MSRP Price | $6,496.95 (as introduced) | $5,999.99 (as introduced) |
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