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By admin, on April 25th, 2016
 Which camera should you buy ? Canon 80D or Canon 6D ?, Well we have done a detailed specification comparison review with High ISO test, to fine out the best camera for you.
| Features/ Models |
Canon 80D |
Canon 6D |
| Megapixel |
24.2MP APS-C CMOS sensor |
20.2 megapixels |
| Sensor size |
APS-C – 22.5 x 15 mm |
Full frame (36 x 24 mm) |
| Low pass filter |
No |
No |
| Image processor |
DIGIC6 |
Digic 5+ |
| Image Stabilization |
No |
No |
| AF system |
45 points (all points cross type) |
11 Point AF |
| ISO |
100-16000 Standard and 100-25600 Expandable |
100 – 25600 in 1/3 stops, plus 50, 51200, 102400 as option |
| Shutter Min/ mix |
30 -1/8000 |
30 sec- 1/4000 sec |
| Continuous shooting speed |
7fps |
4.5 |
| Video |
Full HD 60fps |
Full HD 30fps |
| Display |
3 inches 1.04 million dot Vari-angle LCD |
3.2″ 2,539k-Dot LCD Display |
| Viewfinder |
Optical |
Optical |
| Hot shoe |
Yes |
Yes |
| Wireless |
Wi-Fi, NFC. Remote shooting |
Built-In Wi-Fi |
| Environmentally sealed |
Yes |
No |
| Dimensions |
139.0 x 105.2 x 78.5mm |
145 x 111 x 71 mm |
| Weight |
730g |
770 g |
Sensor size difference:
 As you can see the sensor size of Canon fullframe camera vs Canon APS-C camera, large sensor will gather more light compared to the APS-C sensor resulting more details and better nosie performance.
Advance AF system inside the Canon 80D camera: Canon 80D features advance AF system compared to Canon 6D camera.
The Canon 80D uses Dual AF system – 1. Phase AF module inside the camera and 2. Dual pixel CMOS AF sensor. The Canon 80D uses Dual pixel CMOS AF Sensor and Phase AF Module with 45 Point AF (all cross type), on the other side we have Canon 6D and it features 11 Point AF system only.
The other major difference is the use of Hybrid CMOS AF sensor inside the Canon 80D camera and with the help of the Hybrid Sensor the camera can do Blazing fast AF while shooting in live-view mode or Video mode. However, since the camera uses traditional contrast detect sensor the camera uses contrast AF system while shooting in live-view or video mode.
Fast Continuous shooting speed featured by Canon 80D camera, while having more resolution and the Canon 80D features fast continuous shooting speed compared to Canon 6D camera.
 Canon 80D offers vari-angle LCD screen, Canon 6D features fixed LCD display. Better Video mode in Canon 80D camera: Canon 80D camera features Full HD video recording @ 60 frames per second on the other hand the Canon 6D is Full HD video mode is limited to 30frames per second.
The other biggest difference in the video mode of both the camera is AF speed, with the help of Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology the Canon 80D camera is able to do balzing fast AF during video mode and on the other side we have Canon 6D camera with traditional CMOS Sensor that uses slow and sluggish contrast detect AF system while recording a Video.
For sports shooter and videographers we recommend Canon 80D camera.
TIP: Best Lenses for Canon 80D DSLR
The High ISO test between the Canon 80D and Canon 6D camera clearly shows the difference between the image quality of both the camera.
High ISO Test
Canon 80D vs Canon 6D High ISO Test [ Click here to Jump on Verdict]
Canon 80D @ ISO 1600 |
Canon 6D @ ISO 1600 |
Canon 80D ISO @ ISO 6400 |
Canon 6D @ ISO 6400 |
Canon 80D @25600 |
Canon 6D @ ISO 25600  |
Image quality analysis: Starting from the ISO 25600 the difference is clearly visible, the Canon 80D image is un-usable. At ISO 6400 Canon 6D showing flawless image with super details and clarity on the other side the Canon 80D look bit fuzzy. You can look at the images of both camera at ISO 1600, Canon 6D still clearly wins. Undoubtedly Canon 6D delivers better image quality compared to Canon 80D.’
Verdict:
For still shooter who looking for image quality only we highly recommend you to get Canon 6D camera.
Spend $500 more and get a Canon 6D, It’s a is a better camera compared to Canon 80D. The bigger fullframe sensor inside the Canon 6D gives out more details compared to Canon 80D smaller sensor as you can see in the High ISO test images of both the camera. The photodiodes inside the Canon 6D camera is also bigger, since despite of having smaller sensor area the Canon 80D features 19% more pixels and due to the more pixel density the light gathering capability of every single pixel drops dramatically.
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Image credit – Imagineresource
By admin, on April 2nd, 2016
 Sony RX10 III and Canon G3X features same size of 1″ sensor , but the do have some variations in the core specification, let’s find out.
Sony RX10 III vs. Canon G3X – Specification Comparison
| Features/ Models |
Sony RX10 III
|
Canon G3X |
| Megapixel |
20 megapixels |
20 megapixels |
| Sensor size |
1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) |
1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) |
| Optical Zoom |
25X |
25x |
| Aperture range |
F2.4 – F4.0 |
F2.8 – F5.6 |
| Macro Range |
3 cm |
5cm |
| Image processor |
Bionz X |
DIGIC 6 |
| Image Stabilization |
Optical |
Optical |
| AF system |
Contrast Detect |
Contrast Detect |
| AF Points |
25 AF points |
31 AF points |
| ISO |
Auto, 125 – 12800 (expands to 64-25600) |
Auto, 125-12800 (expands to 25600) |
| Shutter Min/ mix |
30-1/32000 |
30 – 1/2000 |
| Continuous shooting speed |
14 fps |
5.9 fps |
| Video |
4K @ 30Fps |
1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
| Display |
3.0″ 1.228m-Dot Tilting Xtra Fine LCD |
3.2″ tilting 1620k TFT LCD screen |
| Viewfinder |
Electronic |
Electronic |
| Hot shoe |
Yes |
Yes |
| Wireless |
WiFi and NFC |
with NFC |
| Battery life |
420 Shots |
300 shots |
| Dimensions |
133 x 94 x 127 mm |
123 x 77 x 105 mm of |
| Weight |
1051 g g |
733 g |
Sensor
Both camera does feature 20MPO 1″ sensor , but if we look in details we will find the difference from beginning. The Sony RX10 III features a 20.1MP 1″ Exmor RS CMOS sensor, which utilizes both back-illuminated and stacked technologies on the other side we have Canon G3X camera that uses a traditional 20 MP CMOS sensor and it is still unconfirmed that it uses BSI back-illuminated technology or not, however the ISO range of both the camera is same and we can’t comment on image quality until we see High ISO test between these two camera.
| Sony RX10 III |
Canon G3X |
| 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) CMOS |
1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) CMOS |
| Utilizes both back-illuminated and stacked technologies |
back-illuminated (unconfirmed) |
Still Images: JPEG, RAW
Movies: AVCHD Ver. 2.0, MP4, XAVC S |
Still Images: JPEG, RAW
Movies: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 |
Lens:
The Aperture Range: We can clearly see that Sony RX10 II lens is 0.04 stop brighter than the G3X, that will sure create a noticeable difference under test environment.
Capture better Macro with Sony RX10 III – The Sony RX10 III allows you to go more closer to ur subject, the Sony RX10 III features macro closeup ramge of 3cm on the other side the Canon G3X is limited to 5cm of macro closeup.
Take a look at the table for lens specification comparison
| Sony RX10 III |
Canon G3X |
| Optical: 25x |
Optical: 25x |
| Clear Image Zoom: 2x |
Digital: 4x |
| Digital: 4x |
|
| EFL: 8.8-220mm (35 mm equivalent: 24-600mm) |
EFL: 8.8-220mm (35 mm equivalent: 24-600mm) |
| Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar, 18 elements in 13 groups 6 Aspherical, 8 ED |
No detailed info |
| Aperture f/2.4 (W) – 4 (T) to f/16 |
Aperture: f/2.8 (W) – 5.6 (T) |
Lot of detailed information available about the Sony RX10 III lens, however we are were unable to drag out the details of Canon G3X at the moment.
Based on Lens specification we the Sony Wins the match.
Video
| Sony RX10 III |
Canon G3X |
| Video Max Res: 3840 x 2160p: 30 fps, 24 fpsUp to 4 GB or 29 Minutes |
Video Max Res: 1920 x 1080p: 60 fps, 30 fps, 24 fpsUp to 29 Minutes 59 Seconds |
Sony RX10 III does have upper hand when we talk about Video quality, Sony RX10 III features 4K video recording with advance audio controls.
Audio Capture
The Sony RX10 III clear wins in audio capture section since the camera gives more options more users
| Sony RX10 III |
Canon G3X |
| Audio: AAC LC, AC3, Dolby Digital 2ch, Linear PCM (Stereo) |
Audio: AAC LC |
Shutter: Sony features Hybrid shutter and advance image processor and that’s why the continuous shooting speed of RX10 III touches upto 14 fps mark whereas the continuous shooting speed of Canon G3X remains limited to 5.9 fps. The Max shutter range of Sony RX10 III is also high (1/32000) compared to Canon (1/2000).
Battery life: The battery life is also very important thing, Sony RX10 III will allow you to capture 120+ more compared to Canon G3X (420 vs 300).
Verdict: The Sony RX10 III sensor uses back-illuminated + stacked technologies combined with bit bright lens made by Zeiss and another biggest advantage is Sony RX10 III is able to record 4k video whereas the Canon remains limited to Full HD video only and traditional CMOS sensor
For still shooters as well as Videographers we recommend you to buy Sony RX10 III camera..
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By admin, on March 28th, 2016
 We have does a specification comparison as well as High ISO test between Sony A6300 vs Canon 7D Mark II camera.
Both the camera are totally different, Canon 7D Mark II built with a 20MP Dual pixel CMOS AF sensor, powered by Dual Digic 6 image processor and features a ISO range upto 512000 on the other hand the Sony A6300 features a newly developed CMOS Exmor sensor fabricated with 425 Phase AF points that gives you blazing fast AF speed during still and video shooting.
Before we jumop to any decision yet, let’s take a look at the specification chart and High ISO test images of both the camera.
| Features/ Models |
Sony A6300 |
Canon 7D Mark II |
| Megapixel |
24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS Sensor |
20.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III Sensor |
| Sensor size |
23.5 x 15.6 mm |
22.4 x 15 mm |
| Sensor Type |
Hybrid CMOS AF |
Dual-Pixel CMOS Sensor |
| Low pass filter |
Yes |
No |
| Image processor |
BIONZ X Image Processor |
Dual DIGIC 6 Image Processors |
| AF system |
425 Phase-Detect Points and 169 contrast AF points |
65-Point All Cross-Type Phase-Detect AF |
| ISO |
100-51200 |
100-51200 |
| Shutter Type |
Electronic & Mechanical |
Electronic & Mechanical |
| Image Stabilization |
NO |
No |
| Shutter Min/ mix |
30 – 1/4000 |
30 – 1/8000 |
| Continuous shooting speed |
11 fps |
10 fps |
| Video |
Internal UHD 4K30 & 1080p120 Recording |
Full HD 1080p/60 Video & Movie Servo AF |
| Display |
3.0″ 921.6k-Dot Tilting LCD Monitor |
3.0″ 1.04m-Dot Clear View II LCD Monitor |
| Viewfinder |
XGA Tru-Finder 2.36m-Dot OLED EVF |
Advanced Hybrid Multi Viewfinder |
| Hot shoe |
Yes |
Yes |
| Wireless |
WiFi + NFC |
WiFi + NFC |
| Environmentally sealed |
No |
No |
| Battery life |
400 |
670 |
| Dimensions |
120.0 x 66.9 x 48.8 mm |
148.6 x 112.4 x 78.2 mm |
| Weight |
404 g |
910 g |
From the specification we can clearly see that Sony features bit more resoltuion as well as bit bigger sensor size. However despite of having almost same sensor size and ISO range the Sony A6300 is picking up more details during High ISO Test compared to Canon 7D Mark II camera.
The shutter range of the Canon 7D Mark II camera is borad compared to Sony A6300 as well as both of the camera almost have same continuous shooting speed.
The Major difference can be seen in the video section where we can see Canon 7d Mark II is limited to full HD video recording on the other hand the Sony A6300 can record 4k videos.
Now let’s have a look on the High ISO test samples.
 We don’t notice any major difference between the image quality of both the camera but we have to say we are noticing bit more details in the Sony A6300 image quality captured at ISO 6400.
The ISO 51200 image samples of both the camera is useless, I am not able to understand why companies unlock useless ISO stops, may be a just marketing thing.
At the end we have to say that Sony A6300 is a clear winner, if we look at the core specification of the camera the Sony offers you better AF system compared to Canon 7D Mark II camera as well as better image quality.
Thanks for reading the article I hope you enjoyed it, do share your thoughts with us
Canon 7D Mark II Best Lenses | Sony A6300 Recommended Lenses
High ISO Image Credit – imagineresource
By admin, on March 11th, 2016
 We have done a extensive research to find out why Canon announced 1300D / T6 camera ? the camera features almost same core specification as of Canon 1200D except wireless connectivity. The core specification of Canon Rebel 700D and 1300D matches absolutely.
Now the worst part, Canon 1300D is still not able to compete with Nikon 1+ year old entry level DSLR camera Nikon D3300 ? Sony A58 also comes at approx same price point and gives you very advance core specification.
I agree upto a point that Canon 1300D is a budget camera but why anyone will going to buy 1300D when there are lot of better options available ?
Take a look at the specification comparison review of all the major competitors at one place.
Canon 1300D vs Nikon D3300
| Features / Models |
Canon 1300D/T6
|
Nikon D3300
|
| Megapixel |
18 megapixels |
24 megapixels |
| Sensor size / type |
APS-C (22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
APS-C (23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Image processor
|
Digic 4+ |
Expeed 4 |
| Low pass filter |
Yes |
No |
| Image stabilization |
No |
No |
| AF System |
Contrast + Phase Detect sensor |
Contrast Detect +Phase detect |
| AF points |
09 points |
11 points |
| ISO |
100-12800 |
100-25600 |
| Shutter Min/Max |
30sec 1/4000 sec |
30 sec 1/4000 sec |
| Top Continuous Shooting Speed |
3fps |
5fps |
| Video |
1920 x 1080 (30p,24fps) |
1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps) |
| Display |
3.0″ LCD Rear Touch Screen (920,000 pixels) |
3.0″ LCD Rear Touch Screen (921,000 pixels) |
| Viewfinder |
Optical Viewfinder (95%) |
Optical Viewfinder (95%) |
| Hot-shoe |
No |
No |
| Battery Life (CIPA) |
500 shots |
700 shots |
| Wireless connectivity |
Built-In |
No |
| Dimensions |
129 x 101 x 78 mm |
130 x 100 x 76 mm |
| Weight |
485 g |
480g |
Nikon D3300 features better sensor compared to Canon 1300D, with the Nikon D3300 you get not only more resolution buy you also get more ISO range.
The absence of low-pass filter as well as more resolution allows you to get more clear shot compared to Canon 1300D.
Bit-better AF system, Nikon D3300 AF system is more advance compared to Canon 1300D and gives you extra 2 AF points on the display/viewfinder screen.
The other biggest advantage of the camera is continuous shooting speed of the Nikon D3300.
At the end Nikon D3300 also offers you to capture more stunning images in a single recharge.
Verdict: We recommend you to get Nikon D3300 camera, the Nikon D3300 features better sensor, will give you better low-light performance, the Nikon D3300 also offers fast continuous shooting speed and more AF points. Undoubtedly the Nikon D3300 is better compared to Canon 1300D.
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Canon 1300D vs Canon 700D
| Features / Models |
Canon 1300D/T6
|
Canon 700D
|
| Megapixel |
18 megapixels |
18 megapixels |
| Sensor size / type |
APS-C (22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
APS-C (22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Image processor
|
Digic 4+ |
Digic 5 |
| Low pass filter |
Yes |
Yes |
| Image stabilization |
No |
No |
| AF System |
Contrast + Phase Detect sensor |
Contrast Detect +Phase detect |
| AF points |
09 points |
09 points |
| ISO |
100-12800 |
100-25600 |
| Shutter Min/Max |
30sec 1/4000 sec |
30 sec 1/4000 sec |
| Top Continuous Shooting Speed |
3fps |
5fps |
| Video |
1920 x 1080 (30p,24fps) |
1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps) |
| Display |
3.0″ LCD Rear Touch Screen (920,000 pixels) |
3.0″ fully atriculated LCD Rear Touch Screen (104K pixels) |
| Viewfinder |
Optical Viewfinder (95%) |
Optical Viewfinder (95%) |
| Hot-shoe |
No |
No |
| Battery Life (CIPA) |
500 shots |
440 shots |
| Wireless connectivity |
Built-In |
Eye-Fi connected |
| Dimensions |
129 x 101 x 78 mm |
133 x 100 x 79 mm |
| Weight |
485 g |
580 g |
We recommend you to get the Canon 700D camera instead of Canon 1300D since the Canon 700D gives you more ISO range, hence you will sure get better low-light images with the Canon 700D camera.
Canon 700D also offer better continuous shooting speed compared to the Canon 1300D camera. So, while shooting sports or wildlife photography the Canon 700D will allow you to capture extra two frames on the same fraction of time.
Verdict: We recommend you to get the Canon 700D camera over Canon 1300D, you get more ISO range and better continuous shooting speed.
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Canon 1300D vs Canon 1200D
| Features / Models |
Canon 1300D/T6
|
Canon 1200D |
| Megapixel |
18 megapixels |
18 megapixels |
| Sensor size / type |
APS-C (22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
APS-C (22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Image processor
|
Digic 4+ |
Digic 4 |
| Image stabilization |
No |
No |
| AF System |
Contrast + Phase Detect sensor |
Contrast Detect +Phase detect |
| AF points |
09 points |
09 points |
| ISO |
100-12800 |
100-12800 |
| Shutter Min/Max |
30sec 1/4000 sec |
30 sec 1/4000 sec |
| Top Continuous Shooting Speed |
3fps |
3fps |
| Video |
1920 x 1080 (30p,24fps) |
1920 x 1080 (30p,25fps) |
| Display |
3.0″ LCD Rear Touch Screen (920,000 pixels) |
3.0″ LCD Rear Touch Screen (460,000 pixels |
| Viewfinder |
Optical Viewfinder (95%) |
Optical Viewfinder (95%) |
| Hot-shoe |
No |
No |
| Battery Life (CIPA) |
500 shots |
500 shots |
| Wireless connectivity |
Built-In |
No |
| Dimensions |
129 x 101 x 78 mm |
130 x 100 x 76 mm |
| Weight |
485 g |
480g |
The Canon 1300D have very minor improvements over the Canon 1200D, as you can see from the specification comparison table when we look at Canon 1300D vs Canon 1200D comparison we only spotted the two difference Wireless connectivity and weight/ dimension.
Verdict: For new users we recommend Canon 1300D camera, but for Canon 1200D users we recommend you to wait for Canon 1400D / T7 camera.
Also see – Best lenses for Canon 1300D
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By admin, on February 7th, 2016
 Both camera features excellent core specification and next generation of sensor technology, basically Fuji is bit slow compared to A6300 and limited to Full HD video. Take a look at the specification comparison review of both the camera.
| Features/ Models |
Sony A6300 |
Fuji X-Pro2 |
| Megapixel |
24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS Sensor |
24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III Sensor |
| Sensor size |
23.5 x 15.6 mm |
23.5 x 15.6 mm |
| Sensor Type |
Hybrid CMOS AF |
X-Trans CMOS Sensor |
| Low pass filter |
Yes |
No |
| Image processor |
BIONZ X Image Processor |
X-Processor Pro Engine |
| AF system |
425 Phase-Detect Points and 169 contrast AF points |
273-Point AF with 77 Phase-Detect Points |
| ISO |
100-51200 |
100-51200 |
| Shutter Type |
Electronic & Mechanical |
Electronic & Mechanical |
| Image Stabilization |
NO |
No |
| Shutter Min/ mix |
30 – 1/4000 |
30 – 1/16000 |
| Continuous shooting speed |
11 fps |
8 fps |
| Video |
Internal UHD 4K30 & 1080p120 Recording |
Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps |
| Display |
3.0″ 921.6k-Dot Tilting LCD Monitor |
3.0″ 1.62m-Dot LCD Monitor |
| Viewfinder |
XGA Tru-Finder 2.36m-Dot OLED EVF |
Advanced Hybrid Multi Viewfinder |
| Hot shoe |
Yes |
Yes |
| Wireless |
WiFi + NFC |
WiFi + NFC |
| Environmentally sealed |
No |
No |
| Battery life |
400 |
350 |
| Dimensions |
120.0 x 66.9 x 48.8 mm |
141 x 83 x 56 mm |
| Weight |
404 g |
495 g |
Sensor
Both camera loaded with advance Sensor technology. The Sony Hybrid Sensor Built with active Phase AF pixels, a total number number of 425 Phase AF points and 169 contrast detect zones to ensure you never miss a single frame while shooting.
No need of LPF in X-Pro 2 – Fuji developed 3rd generation of X-Trans Sensor for the X-Pro 2 camera. The Sensor uses randomized pixel array that completely eliminate the need of optical low-pass filter over it and enables blazing fast AF.
 Full time AF with A6300 – Sony A6300 camera also feature newly developed 24 MP CMOS sensor with 425 Phase detect AF points and 169 contrast detect AF points and undoubtedly the Sony does faster AF than X-pro 2 camera. Take a look at the table below.
| Camera models |
AF Lock Time in average condition |
|
| Sony A6300 |
0.05 |
|
| Fuji X-Pro 2 |
0.06 |
|
The fuji X-Pro 2 features a excellent Shutter range that goes from 60 to 16000 with the help of electronic and mechanical shutter on the other hand the Sony also feature Hybrid shutter but the range remains limited to 60-1/4000.
Continuous shooting speed in A6300 is more faster, the camera can shoot upto 11fps @ 24 MP image files, the Fuji X-Pro2 camera is limited to 5 fps only.
The Fuji X-Pro 2 camera unfortunately limited to Full HD mode only on the other hand the Sony A6300 can shoot 4 videos @ 30fps and Full HD videos at 120fps.
Verdict: Both camera uses new sensor but the Sony sensor is more advance in-terms of AF-capability, the Fuji X-Trans sensor is Low-Pass Less and we do expect bit more sharp images from Fuji. The Sony A6300 have more AF points and will cover more screen compared to Fuji So you never loos your AF on speedy subject.
The Sony A6300 is capable to shoot 4K videos on the go on the other hand the Fuji Xpro2 is limited to Full HD only.
The final choice is your depend upon the type of needs you have but based on Overall based on specification comparison we recommend you to get Sony A6300
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Take a look at Recommended Sony A6300 Lenses
By admin, on February 2nd, 2016
Canon 1DX Mark II features newly developed CMOS sensor and high end image processor, the camera also arrived with a option to record 4K video at 60fps. .. but does all these difference are sufficient to upgrade your current Canon 1DX DSLR.. have a look
| Features/ Models |
Canon 1DX Mark II |
Canon 1DX
|
| Megapixel |
20.2 MP |
18.1MP |
| Sensor size |
Fullframe sensor |
Fullframe sensor |
| Low pass filter |
Yes |
Yes |
| Image processor |
Dual DIGIC6 + processor |
Dual DIGIC 5+ |
| AF system |
61-point AF system, expanded range, 41-point cross-type |
61-point AF system, expanded range, 41-point cross-type |
| ISO |
100-51200 (expanded in 409600) |
50-204800 |
| Shutter Min/ mix |
30 – 1/8000 |
30 – 1/8000 |
| Continuous shooting speed |
16 fps |
14 fps |
| Video @ 60 fps |
4K @ 60fps |
Full HD 1080p @ 30fps |
| Display |
LCD monitor 3.2 inches, 1.62 million dots. Touch panel |
3.2″ 1.04m-Dot ClearView II LCD Monitor |
| Viewfinder |
Optical |
Optical |
| Hot shoe |
Yes |
Yes |
| Wireless |
WiFi + NFC |
WiFi + NFC |
| Environmentally sealed |
Yes |
Yes |
| Battery life |
|
|
| Dimensions |
150 x 167.6 x 82.6mm |
160 x 459 x 92mm |
| Weight |
1340g |
1415 g |
Take a look at the table above we can clearly see that Canon 1DX Mark II features better sensor and image processor and the killer combo responsible for upscaling the overall perofrmance of the camera.
Canon 1DX Mark II vs Canon 1DX — Sensor
The Canon 1DX mark II comes with slight increase resolution that will sure help commercial photographers to get more detail in the image that will sure help while taking out the large print-outs. More resolution also helps you while you re-compose your image while setting in the chair via digital zoom, however the 2MP difference won’t will never allow me to invest $5999 and buy a new camera instead of my current 1DX.
Introduction of Dual-Pixel CMOS Auto Focus sensor inside a Canon fullframe camera – Canon 1DX Mark II is the Canon first still FF DSLR to get the Dual pixel AF technology, although we have told you earlier many times that Canon will soon bring Dual-Pixel CMOS AF tech to FF DSLR after implementing it inside the 1DC cinema camera.
The other biggest difference is the ISO range- The Canon 1DX mark II enjoys 1-stop more ISO than its predecessor, the Canon 1DX was limited to 2014800 on the other hand the Canon 1DX mark II was limited to 409600.. so the 1-stop difference will allow 1DX mark II camera to get cleaner images in low-light condition.
Canon 1DX Mark II vs Canon 1DX Auto-Focus
Althoug the Canpn 1DX Mark II camera features same AF system as of the Canon 1DX camera but there are some sort of improvements take a look.
- All 61 AF point now work at F8 aperture, it will be a great help while shooting brids or any other subjects with telephoto lenses.
- Although the AF module remains same but the EOS-1D X Mark II’s AF algorithm has also been improved: it’s equipped with AI Servo AF III+, which remembers the AF path and helps refine precision. Whether choosing individual AF points manually, using the Large Zone AF area or any of the camera’s automatic AF selection modes, the EOS-1D X Mark II is designed to exceed users’ expectations for high-precision AF.
Improved RGB Metering Sensor (1DX 100K vs 1DX Mk II 360K)
The newly announced 1DX Mk II camera now features 360K RGB+IR metering sensor combined with Dual Digic 6+ processor that greatly contribute to the camera’s impressive AF performance for both stills and video.
The Canon 1DX Mark II can record 4K videos @ 60fps (1DX was limited to Full HD Video only)
The canon 1DX Mk II can record 4K (Motion JPEG)video at up to 60 fps, recording smoothly to CFast™ cards. It’s the first EOS camera able to record Full HD video at 120 fps. Users can select ISO upto 12800 for 4K video and 25600 ISO while recording Full HD video.
Introduction of Touch and Shoot Capability in 1DX series
The Canon EOS-1D X Mark II camera’s comes with a 3.2-inchtouch panel TFT LCD monitor has approximately 1.62 million dots Its new touchscreen function allows AF point switching and image magnification during Live View shooting and movie shooting, providing convenient operation.
New in-camera Digital Lens Optimizer technology
The EOS-1D X Mark II not only corrects peripheral brightness and chromatic aberration, but also features distortion correction plus diffraction correction, which has been included for the first time in an EOS camera. Distortion correction helps resolve barrel and pincushion distortions,while diffraction correction virtually eliminates the blurring effects from diffraction that can be created when capturing an image at a small aperture. The camera’s Dual DIGIC 6+ Image Processors help ensure these corrections can be made with virtually no effect on operational speed.
Verdict: For current Canon 1DX camera users I don’t recommend you to upgrade your camera with Canon 1DX Mark II, I suggest you to wait for the next version Canon 1DX Mark III.
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By admin, on January 16th, 2016
Nikon D500 is an excellent camera and currently hold the flagship title of DX format line on the other hand the Fuji X–Pro2 is a flagship APS-C camera of Fuji.
 Image size comparison by thenewcamera The Nikon D500 features newly developed 20.9MP CMOS sensor and EXPEED 5 image processor, the camera feature a unbelievable native sensitivity range up to ISO 51200, which can be further expanded to ISO 1640000. Its almost un-matchable ISO speed of its class. The camera also features newly developed Expeed 5 image processor and it enables 4K shooting upto 30 min with the help of XQD cards. The other biggest advancement is the introduction of most advance Nikon AF Module inside the Nikon D500, Multi-CAM 20K 153-Point AF System features 153-point AF system, which features 99 cross-type points for fast performance..
From the above mentioned features we can clearly see that Nikon puts its all efforts to make a class leading machine.
on the other hand we have Fuji X-pro 2 camera…
The Fuji X-Pro 2 is a complete break-trough in terms of technology, the camera features ultra advance image sensor X-Trans III (3rd generation) that gives image quality equivalent to full-frame DSLRs. The camera ISO goes upto ISO 51200, which is somehow low compared to Nikon D500, the other big disadvatge of X-Pro 2 in front of Nikon is lack of 4K recording mode, the camera is limited to 60fps.
But the sensor technology used by Fuji is far advance than Nikon’s traditional sensors, the Fuji uses Hybrid X-Trans III CMOS AF sensor that features built in 273 points, of which 77 are phase-detection points, Approximately 40% of the imaging area is covered by phase-detection points. The use of X-Trans tech completely rejects the use of low-pass filter and in-return you get ultra sharp images.
| Features/ Models |
Nikon D500
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Fuji X-Pro 2
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| Sensor |
20.9MP DX-Format CMOS Sensor |
24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III Sensor |
| Sensor size |
APS-C (1.5x Crop Factor) |
APS-C (1.5x Crop Factor) |
| Sensor Type |
Contrast Detect |
Contrast + Phase Detect |
| Low pass filter |
No |
No |
| Image processor |
Expeed 5 |
X-Processor Pro Engine |
| AF system |
Multi-CAM 20K 153-Point AF System, 99 cross type
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273-Point AF with 77 Phase-Detect Points |
| ISO |
50-1640000 |
100-51200 |
| Shutter Min/ mix |
30-1/8000 |
30-1/32000 |
| Continuous shooting speed |
10 fps |
8 fps |
| Video |
4K UHD Video Recording at 30 fps |
Full HD 1080p/60 Video |
| Display |
3.2″ 2,539k-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD |
3.0″ 1.62m-Dot LCD Monitor |
| Viewfinder |
Optical |
Advanced Hybrid Multi Viewfinder |
| Hot shoe |
Yes |
Yes |
| Wireless |
Built-In |
Built-In |
| Environmentally sealed |
Yes |
Yes |
| Battery life |
1240 |
350 |
| Dimensions |
147 x 115 x 81 mm |
149 x 112 x 78 mm |
| Weight |
860 g |
495 g |
From the specification comparison table we can see that
Nikon D500 has lower sensor resolution: The Nikon D500 has lower sensor resolution, the sensor of the Nikon D500 is based on traditional CMOS sensor design and it is limited to Contrast based AF while user is using display or shooting videos. Fuji X-Pro2 camera does have bit higher resolution and it also features Hybrid CMOS X-Trans AF sensor that enables high speed AF all the time despite of lightening condition.
Low-pass filter is absent in both the camera, The low pass filter in D500 is physically removed and the X-Trans architecture based X-Pro 2 camera doesn’t requires any low-pass filter.
Image Processor: There variable parameters to judge a image processor of a camera, the Nikon D500 is able to process 4K UHD video, boost the High speed ISO upto 1640000. That clearly tells us that Nikon does have advance image processor.
AF system: The Nikon D500 AF system look bit inferior in front of the Fuji XPro 2 camera, the Fuji X Pro 2 camera features a high density AF system that composed of 273-Point AF with 77 Phase-Detect Points, Approximately 40% of the imaging area is covered by phase-detection points, on the other hand we have the Nikon D500 that features Multi-CAM 20K 153-Point AF System, 99 cross type AF points. The other most important part you should know that the Nikon D500 Phase AF is active only when you are using viewfinder and when you switch to Display or shoot video the contrast AF gets active. But with the Fuji X-Pro 2 camera the high speed AF is always active while you are using display or shooting a video.
ISO: The Nikon D5500 features epic ISO range, now the ISO rating becomes a marketing gimmick for companies however bases on specification sheet the Nikon’s wins by a big margin and Fuji X-Pro 2 limited ISO 51200 look inferior.
Continuous shooting speed: Nikon D500 offers high speed continuous shooting speed compared to Fuji X-Pro 2 camera.
Nikon offers 4K UHD video recording capability on the other hand the Fuji is limited to shooting Full HD video only. 4K UHD movie image format is an area that provides a 1.5x increase in the effective focal length of the lens in use and is reserved for 4K 3840 x 2160 recording.
Nikon does have better display screen that touch operation and it is better than Fuji X-Pro 2 camera.
Verdict: Nikon have extensive lens support of its DX series D500 camera, features better ISO range and able to record 4K video, but the X-Pro 2 camera features advance AF system as well as 3rd genartion of X Trans CMOS Sensor will give more details at base ISO.
New users — If you are looking for a excellent machine and a dedicated still shooter you must go with Fuji X-Pro 2 camera, If you are a Still shooter as well as Videographer you must go with the Nikon D500.
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