Canon 1Ds Mark III vs Leica S3
The Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III and the Leica S3 are two professional cameras that were revealed to the public, respectively, in August 2007 and September 2018. Both are DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) cameras that are based on a full frame (1Ds Mark III) and a medium format (S3) sensor. The Canon has a resolution of 21 megapixels, whereas the Leica provides 64 MP.
Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.
Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III and the Leica S3? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.
Body comparison
The physical size and weight of the Canon 1Ds Mark III and the Leica S3 are illustrated in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three successive views from the front, the top, and the rear are shown. All width, height and depth dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.



If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Leica S3 is notably smaller (20 percent) than the Canon 1Ds Mark III. Moreover, the S3 is markedly lighter (9 percent) than the 1Ds Mark III. In this context, it is worth noting that both cameras are splash and dust-proof and can, hence, be used in inclement weather conditions or harsh environments.
The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete since they do not consider the interchangeable lenses that both of these cameras require. Hence, you might want to study and compare the specifications of available lenses in order to get the full picture of the size and weight of the two camera systems.
As can be seen in the images above, the 1Ds Mark III has a battery grip built in. This facilitates image-taking in portrait orientation and gives it additional battery power. In order to provide similar functionality for the S3, Leica provides the Multi-Function Handgrip S vertical grip as an optional accessory (see here on eBay).
The adjacent table lists the principal physical characteristics of the two cameras alongside a wider set of alternatives. In case you want to display and compare another camera duo, you can use the CAM-parator app to select your camera combination among a large number of options.
Camera Model |
Camera Width |
Camera Height |
Camera Depth |
Camera Weight |
Battery Life |
Weather Sealing |
Camera Launch |
Launch Price (USD) | Street Price |
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1. | Canon 1Ds Mark III | 150 mm | 160 mm | 80 mm | 1385 g | 1800 | Y | Aug 2007 | 7,999 | ||
2. | Leica S3 | 160 mm | 120 mm | 80 mm | 1260 g | .. | Y | Sep 2018 | 18,995 | ||
3. | Canon 1D X Mark III | 158 mm | 168 mm | 83 mm | 1440 g | 2850 | Y | Jan 2020 | 6,499 | ||
4. | Canon 1D X Mark II | 158 mm | 168 mm | 83 mm | 1530 g | 1210 | Y | Feb 2016 | 5,999 | ||
5. | Canon 1D C | 158 mm | 164 mm | 83 mm | 1545 g | 1120 | Y | Apr 2012 | 14,999 | ||
6. | Canon 5D Mark III | 152 mm | 116 mm | 76 mm | 950 g | 950 | Y | Mar 2012 | 3,499 | ||
7. | Canon 1D X | 158 mm | 168 mm | 83 mm | 1551 g | 1120 | Y | Oct 2011 | 6,799 | ||
8. | Canon 5D Mark II | 152 mm | 114 mm | 75 mm | 850 g | 850 | Y | Sep 2008 | 3,499 | ||
9. | Canon 1D Mark III | 156 mm | 157 mm | 80 mm | 1155 g | 2200 | Y | Feb 2007 | 4,499 | ||
10. | Canon 1Ds Mark II | 156 mm | 158 mm | 80 mm | 1215 g | 1200 | Y | Sep 2004 | 7,999 | ||
11. | Canon 1Ds | 156 mm | 158 mm | 80 mm | 1265 g | 600 | Y | Sep 2002 | 8,999 | ||
12. | Leica M10 | 139 mm | 80 mm | 39 mm | 660 g | 210 | Y | Jan 2017 | 6,595 | ||
13. | Leica S-E Typ 006 | 160 mm | 120 mm | 80 mm | 1260 g | .. | Y | Sep 2014 | 16,900 | ||
14. | Leica S Typ 007 | 160 mm | 120 mm | 80 mm | 1260 g | .. | Y | Sep 2014 | 24,490 | ||
15. | Leica S Typ 006 | 160 mm | 120 mm | 80 mm | 1260 g | .. | Y | Sep 2012 | 21,950 | ||
16. | Leica S2 | 160 mm | 120 mm | 80 mm | 1410 g | .. | Y | Sep 2008 | 22,995 | ||
17. | Nikon D3X | 160 mm | 157 mm | 88 mm | 1260 g | 4400 | Y | Dec 2008 | 7,999 | ||
Notes: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders. | |||||||||||
Any camera decision will obviously take relative prices into account. The manufacturer’s suggested retail prices give an idea on the placement of the camera in the maker’s lineup and the broader market. The 1Ds Mark III was launched at a markedly lower price (by 58 percent) than the S3, which puts it into a different market segment. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down.
Sensor comparison
The size of the sensor inside a digital camera is one of the key determinants of image quality. A large sensor will generally have larger individual pixels that offer better low-light sensitivity, provide wider dynamic range, and have richer color-depth than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Moreover, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more control over depth-of-field in the image and, thus, the ability to better isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be associated with larger, more expensive camera bodies and lenses.
Of the two cameras under consideration, the Canon 1Ds Mark III features a full frame sensor and the Leica S3 a medium format sensor. The sensor area in the S3 is 56 percent bigger. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 1.0 and 0.8. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2.

With 64MP, the S3 offers a higher resolution than the 1Ds Mark III (21MP), but the S3 has smaller individual pixels (pixel pitch of 4.59μm versus 6.41μm for the 1Ds Mark III). Yet, the S3 is a much more recent model (by 11 years and 1 month) than the 1Ds Mark III, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that enhance the light gathering capacity of its pixel-units. Coming back to sensor resolution, it should be mentioned that the S3 has no anti-alias filter installed, so that it can capture all the detail its sensor resolves.
The resolution advantage of the Leica S3 implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the S3 for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 49 x 32.7 inches or 124.5 x 83 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 39.2 x 26.1 inches or 99.6 x 66.4 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 32.7 x 21.8 inches or 83 x 55.3 cm. The corresponding values for the Canon 1Ds Mark III are 28.1 x 18.7 inches or 71.3 x 47.5 cm for good quality, 22.5 x 15 inches or 57.1 x 38 cm for very good quality, and 18.7 x 12.5 inches or 47.5 x 31.7 cm for excellent quality prints.
The Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 1600, which can be extended to ISO 50-3200. The corresponding ISO settings for the Leica S3 are ISO 100 to ISO 50000 (no boost).

For many cameras, data on sensor performance has been reported by DXO Mark. This service is based on lab testing and assigns an overall score to each camera sensor, as well as ratings for dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), color depth ("DXO Portrait"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"). The following table provides an overview of the physical sensor characteristics, as well as the sensor quality measurements for a selection of comparators.
Camera Model |
Sensor Class |
Resolution (MP) |
Horiz. Pixels |
Vert. Pixels |
Video Format |
DXO Portrait |
DXO Landscape |
DXO Sports | DXO Overall |
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1. | Canon 1Ds Mark III | Full Frame | 21.0 | 5616 | 3744 | none | 24.0 | 12.0 | 1663 | 80 | |
2. | Leica S3 | Medium Format | 64.0 | 9800 | 6533 | 4K/24p | .. | .. | .. | .. | |
3. | Canon 1D X Mark III | Full Frame | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 4K/60p | 24.2 | 14.5 | 3248 | 91 | |
4. | Canon 1D X Mark II | Full Frame | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 4K/60p | 24.1 | 13.5 | 3207 | 88 | |
5. | Canon 1D C | Full Frame | 17.9 | 5184 | 3456 | 4K/24p | .. | .. | .. | .. | |
6. | Canon 5D Mark III | Full Frame | 22.1 | 5760 | 3840 | 1080/30p | 24.0 | 11.7 | 2293 | 81 | |
7. | Canon 1D X | Full Frame | 17.9 | 5184 | 3456 | 1080/30p | 23.8 | 11.8 | 2786 | 82 | |
8. | Canon 5D Mark II | Full Frame | 21.0 | 5616 | 3744 | 1080/30p | 23.7 | 11.9 | 1815 | 79 | |
9. | Canon 1D Mark III | APS-H | 10.1 | 3888 | 2592 | none | 22.7 | 11.7 | 1078 | 71 | |
10. | Canon 1Ds Mark II | Full Frame | 16.6 | 4992 | 3328 | none | 23.3 | 11.3 | 1480 | 74 | |
11. | Canon 1Ds | Full Frame | 11.0 | 4064 | 2704 | none | 21.8 | 11.0 | 954 | 63 | |
12. | Leica M10 | Full Frame | 23.8 | 5952 | 3992 | none | 24.4 | 13.2 | 2133 | 86 | |
13. | Leica S-E Typ 006 | Medium Format | 37.5 | 7500 | 5000 | none | .. | .. | .. | .. | |
14. | Leica S Typ 007 | Medium Format | 37.5 | 7500 | 5000 | 4K/24p | .. | .. | .. | .. | |
15. | Leica S Typ 006 | Medium Format | 37.5 | 7500 | 5000 | none | 23.9 | 12.2 | 824 | 76 | |
16. | Leica S2 | Medium Format | 37.5 | 7500 | 5000 | none | .. | .. | .. | .. | |
17. | Nikon D3X | Full Frame | 24.4 | 6048 | 4032 | none | 24.7 | 13.7 | 1992 | 88 |
Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but can also record movies. The S3 indeed provides for movie recording, while the 1Ds Mark III does not. The highest resolution format that the S3 can use is 4K/24p.
Feature comparison
Beyond body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. The 1Ds Mark III and the S3 are similar in the sense that both have an optical viewfinder. The latter is useful for getting a clear image for framing even in brightly lit environments. The viewfinder in the 1Ds Mark III offers a wider field of view (100%) than the one in the S3 (98%), so that a larger proportion of the captured image is visible in the finder. On the other hand, the viewfinder of the S3 has a higher magnification (0.87x vs 0.76x), so that the size of the image transmitted appears closer to the size seen with the naked human eye. The adjacent table lists some of the other core features of the Canon 1Ds Mark III and Leica S3 along with similar information for a selection of comparators.
Camera Model |
Viewfinder (Type or 000 dots) |
Control Panel (yes/no) |
LCD Size (inch) |
LCD Resolution (000 dots) |
LCD Attach- ment |
Touch Screen (yes/no) |
Mech Shutter Speed |
Shutter Flaps (1/sec) | Built-in Flash (yes/no) | Built-in Image Stab |
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1. | Canon 1Ds Mark III | optical | Y | 3.0 | 230 | fixed | n | 1/8000s | 5.0 | n | n | |
2. | Leica S3 | optical | Y | 3.0 | 922 | fixed | n | 1/4000s | 3.0 | n | n | |
3. | Canon 1D X Mark III | optical | Y | 3.2 | 2100 | fixed | Y | 1/8000s | 20.0 | n | n | |
4. | Canon 1D X Mark II | optical | Y | 3.2 | 1620 | fixed | Y | 1/8000s | 16.0 | n | n | |
5. | Canon 1D C | optical | Y | 3.2 | 1040 | fixed | n | 1/8000s | 14.0 | n | n | |
6. | Canon 5D Mark III | optical | Y | 3.2 | 1040 | fixed | n | 1/8000s | 6.0 | n | n | |
7. | Canon 1D X | optical | Y | 3.2 | 1040 | fixed | n | 1/8000s | 14.0 | n | n | |
8. | Canon 5D Mark II | optical | Y | 3.0 | 920 | fixed | n | 1/8000s | 3.9 | n | n | |
9. | Canon 1D Mark III | optical | Y | 3.0 | 230 | fixed | n | 1/8000s | 10.0 | n | n | |
10. | Canon 1Ds Mark II | optical | Y | 2.0 | 230 | fixed | n | 1/8000s | 4.0 | n | n | |
11. | Canon 1Ds | optical | Y | 2.0 | 120 | fixed | n | 1/8000s | 3.0 | n | n | |
12. | Leica M10 | optical | n | 3.0 | 1037 | fixed | n | 1/4000s | 5.0 | n | n | |
13. | Leica S-E Typ 006 | optical | Y | 3.0 | 922 | fixed | n | 1/4000s | 1.5 | n | n | |
14. | Leica S Typ 007 | optical | Y | 3.0 | 922 | fixed | n | 1/4000s | 3.5 | n | n | |
15. | Leica S Typ 006 | optical | Y | 3.0 | 922 | fixed | n | 1/4000s | 1.5 | n | n | |
16. | Leica S2 | optical | Y | 3.0 | 460 | fixed | n | 1/4000s | 1.5 | n | n | |
17. | Nikon D3X | optical | Y | 3.0 | 922 | fixed | n | 1/8000s | 5.0 | n | n |
The 1Ds Mark III writes its imaging data to Compact Flash or SDHC cards, while the S3 uses Compact Flash or SDXC cards. Both cameras feature dual card slots, which can be very useful in case a memory card fails. The S3 supports UHS-II cards (Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 312 MB/s), while the 1Ds Mark III cannot take advantage of Ultra High Speed SD cards.
Connectivity comparison
For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III and Leica S3 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.
Camera Model |
Hotshoe Port |
Internal Microphone |
Internal Speaker |
Microphone Port |
Headphone Port |
HDMI Port |
USB Port |
WiFi Support | NFC Support | Bluetooth Support |
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1. | Canon 1Ds Mark III | Y | mono | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | |
2. | Leica S3 | Y | stereo | mono | Y | Y | mini | 3.0 | Y | - | - | |
3. | Canon 1D X Mark III | Y | mono | mono | Y | Y | mini | 3.1 | Y | - | Y | |
4. | Canon 1D X Mark II | Y | mono | mono | Y | Y | mini | 3.0 | - | - | - | |
5. | Canon 1D C | Y | mono | mono | Y | Y | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | |
6. | Canon 5D Mark III | Y | mono | mono | Y | Y | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | |
7. | Canon 1D X | Y | mono | - | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | |
8. | Canon 5D Mark II | Y | mono | mono | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | |
9. | Canon 1D Mark III | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | |
10. | Canon 1Ds Mark II | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | |
11. | Canon 1Ds | Y | - | - | - | - | - | FW | - | - | - | |
12. | Leica M10 | Y | - | - | - | - | - | - | Y | - | - | |
13. | Leica S-E Typ 006 | Y | - | - | - | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | |
14. | Leica S Typ 007 | Y | stereo | mono | Y | Y | mini | 3.0 | Y | - | - | |
15. | Leica S Typ 006 | Y | - | - | - | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | |
16. | Leica S2 | Y | - | - | - | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | |
17. | Nikon D3X | Y | - | - | - | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - |
It is notable that the S3 offers wifi support, which can be a very convenient means to transfer image data to an off-camera location. In contrast, the 1Ds Mark III does not provide wifi capability.
Both cameras feature a PC Sync terminal to control professional strobe lights, which will be appreciated by studio photographers.
Travel and landscape photographers will find it useful that the S3 has an internal geolocalization sensor and can record GPS coordinates in its EXIF data.
The S3 is a recent model that features in the current product line-up of Leica. In contrast, the 1Ds Mark III has been discontinued (but can be found pre-owned on eBay). As a replacement in the same line of cameras, the 1Ds Mark III was succeeded by the Canon 1DX. Further information on the two cameras (e.g. user guides, manuals), as well as related accessories, can be found on the official Canon and Leica websites.
Review summary
So what conclusions can be drawn? Is the Canon 1Ds Mark III better than the Leica S3 or vice versa? A synthesis of the relative strong points of each of the models is listed below.

Advantages of the Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III:
- Better moiré control: Has an anti-alias filter to avoid artificial patterns to appear in images.
- More complete view: Has a viewfinder with a larger field of view (100% vs 98%).
- Faster shutter: Has higher mechanical shutter speed (1/8000s vs 1/4000s) to freeze action.
- Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (5 vs 3 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
- More portrait friendly: Features an integrated vertical grip for easier portrait shooting.
- More affordable: Was introduced into a lower priced category (58 percent cheaper at launch).
- More heavily discounted: Has been available for much longer (launched in August 2007).

Arguments in favor of the Leica S3:
- More detail: Has more megapixels (64 vs 21MP), which boosts linear resolution by 74%.
- Maximized detail: Lacks an anti-alias filter to exploit the sensor's full resolution potential.
- Better image quality: Is equipped with a larger and more technologically advanced sensor.
- Richer colors: The sensor size advantage translates into images with better, more accurate colors.
- More dynamic range: Larger sensor captures a wider spectrum of light and dark details.
- Better low-light sensitivity: Larger sensor produces good images even in poorly lit environments.
- Broader imaging potential: Can capture not only stills but also 4K/24p video.
- Larger viewfinder image: Features a viewfinder with a higher magnification (0.87x vs 0.76x).
- More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (922k vs 230k dots).
- More compact: Is smaller (160x120mm vs 150x160mm) and will fit more readily into a bag.
- Easier geotagging: Features an internal GPS sensor to log localization data.
- Faster data transfer: Supports a more advanced USB protocol (3.0 vs 2.0).
- Easier file upload: Has wifi built in for automatic backup or image transfer to the web.
- Faster buffer clearing: Has an SD card interface that supports the UHS-II standard.
- More prestigious: Has the Leica luxury appeal, which ensures a high resale value.
- More modern: Reflects 11 years and 1 month of technical progress since the 1Ds Mark III launch.
If the count of relative strengths (bullet points above) is taken as a measure, the S3 is the clear winner of the contest (16 : 7 points). However, the relative importance of the various individual camera aspects will vary according to personal preferences and needs, so that you might like to apply corresponding weights to the particular features before making a decision on a new camera. A professional wedding photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a travel photog, and a person interested in cityscapes has distinct needs from a macro shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.
How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Canon 1Ds Mark III and the Leica S3 place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best DSLR Camera listing whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.
In any case, while the comparison of the spec-sheets of cameras can offer a general idea of their imaging potential, it remains incomplete and does no justice, for example, to the way the 1Ds Mark III or the S3 perform in practice. At times, user reviews, such as those published at amazon, address these issues in a useful manner, but such feedback is on many occasions incomplete, inconsistent, and unreliable.
Expert reviews
This is why expert reviews are important. The adjacent summary-table relays the overall verdicts of several of the most popular camera review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.
Camera Model |
AP score |
CL score |
DPR score |
EPZ score |
PB score |
Camera Launch |
Launch Price (USD) |
Street Price |
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1. | Canon 1Ds Mark III | .. | .. | + + | 4.5/5 | .. | Aug 2007 | 7,999 | ||
2. | Leica S3 | .. | .. | .. | .. | .. | Sep 2018 | 18,995 | ||
3. | Canon 1D X Mark III | .. | + + | .. | 4.5/5 | 4/5 | Jan 2020 | 6,499 | ||
4. | Canon 1D X Mark II | .. | .. | 89/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | Feb 2016 | 5,999 | ||
5. | Canon 1D C | .. | .. | .. | .. | .. | Apr 2012 | 14,999 | ||
6. | Canon 5D Mark III | .. | + + | 82/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | Mar 2012 | 3,499 | ||
7. | Canon 1D X | 5/5 | .. | .. | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | Oct 2011 | 6,799 | ||
8. | Canon 5D Mark II | 4/5 | 91/100 | 79/100 | 4/5 | .. | Sep 2008 | 3,499 | ||
9. | Canon 1D Mark III | .. | .. | .. | .. | .. | Feb 2007 | 4,499 | ||
10. | Canon 1Ds Mark II | .. | .. | + + | .. | .. | Sep 2004 | 7,999 | ||
11. | Canon 1Ds | .. | .. | + + | .. | .. | Sep 2002 | 8,999 | ||
12. | Leica M10 | 4.5/5 | .. | .. | 4/5 | 4.5/5 | Jan 2017 | 6,595 | ||
13. | Leica S-E Typ 006 | .. | .. | .. | .. | .. | Sep 2014 | 16,900 | ||
14. | Leica S Typ 007 | 4/5 | .. | .. | .. | .. | Sep 2014 | 24,490 | ||
15. | Leica S Typ 006 | .. | .. | .. | .. | .. | Sep 2012 | 21,950 | ||
16. | Leica S2 | .. | .. | .. | .. | .. | Sep 2008 | 22,995 | ||
17. | Nikon D3X | .. | .. | 86/100 | 4/5 | 5/5 | Dec 2008 | 7,999 | ||
Notes: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available. |
The above review scores should be interpreted with care, though. The assessments were made in relation to similar cameras of the same technological generation. A score, therefore, has to be seen in close connection to the price and market introduction time of the camera, and comparing ratings of very distinct cameras or ones that are far apart in terms of their release date have little meaning. It should also be noted that some of the review sites have over time altered the way they render their verdicts.
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Specifications: Canon 1Ds Mark III vs Leica S3
Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.
Camera Model | Canon 1Ds Mark III | Leica S3 |
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Camera Type | Digital single lens reflex | Digital single lens reflex |
Camera Lens | Canon EF mount lenses | Leica S mount lenses |
Launch Date | August 2007 | September 2018 |
Launch Price | USD 7,999 | USD 18,995 |
Sensor Specs | Canon 1Ds Mark III | Leica S3 |
Sensor Technology | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor Format | Full Frame Sensor | Medium Format Sensor |
Sensor Size | 36.0 x 24.0 mm | 45.0 x 30.0 mm |
Sensor Area | 864 mm2 | 1350 mm2 |
Sensor Diagonal | 43.3 mm | 54.1 mm |
Crop Factor | 1.0x | 0.8x |
Sensor Resolution | 21 Megapixels | 64 Megapixels |
Image Resolution | 5616 x 3744 pixels | 9800 x 6533 pixels |
Pixel Pitch | 6.41 μm | 4.59 μm |
Pixel Density | 2.43 MP/cm2 | 4.74 MP/cm2 |
Moiré control | Anti-Alias filter | no AA filter |
Movie Capability | no Video | 4K/24p Video |
ISO Setting | 100 - 1,600 ISO | 100 - 50,000 ISO |
ISO Boost | 50 - 3,200 ISO | no Enhancement |
Image Processor | DIGIC III (Dual) | Maestro II |
DXO Sensor Quality (score) | 80 | .. |
DXO Color Depth (bits) | 24.0 | .. |
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) | 12.0 | .. |
DXO Low Light (ISO) | 1663 | .. |
Screen Specs | Canon 1Ds Mark III | Leica S3 |
Viewfinder Type | Optical viewfinder | Optical viewfinder |
Viewfinder Field of View | 100% | 98% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.76x | 0.87x |
Top-Level Screen | Control Panel | Control Panel |
LCD Framing | Live View | Live View |
Rear LCD Size | 3.0inch | 3.0inch |
LCD Resolution | 230k dots | 922k dots |
LCD Attachment | Fixed screen | Fixed screen |
Shooting Specs | Canon 1Ds Mark III | Leica S3 |
Focus System | Phase-detect AF | Phase-detect AF |
Manual Focusing Aid | no Peaking Feature | Focus Peaking |
Max Shutter Speed (mechanical) | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous Shooting | 5 shutter flaps/s | 3 shutter flaps/s |
Fill Flash | no On-Board Flash | no On-Board Flash |
Storage Medium | CF or SDHC cards | CF or SDXC cards |
Second Storage Option | Dual card slots | Dual card slots |
UHS card support | no | UHS-II |
Connectivity Specs | Canon 1Ds Mark III | Leica S3 |
External Flash | Hotshoe | Hotshoe |
Studio Flash | PC Sync socket | PC Sync socket |
USB Connector | USB 2.0 | USB 3.0 |
HDMI Port | no HDMI | mini HDMI |
Microphone Port | no MIC socket | External MIC port |
Headphone Socket | no Headphone port | Headphone port |
Wifi Support | no Wifi | Wifi built-in |
Geotagging | no internal GPS | GPS built-in |
Body Specs | Canon 1Ds Mark III | Leica S3 |
Environmental Sealing | Weathersealed body | Weathersealed body |
Battery Type | LP-E4 | BP-PRO1 |
Body Dimensions |
150 x 160 x 80 mm (5.9 x 6.3 x 3.1 in) |
160 x 120 x 80 mm (6.3 x 4.7 x 3.1 in) |
Camera Weight | 1385 g (48.9 oz) | 1260 g (44.4 oz) |
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