Canon 1Ds vs Olympus E-PL9
The Canon EOS-1Ds and the Olympus PEN E-PL9 are two digital cameras that were revealed to the public, respectively, in September 2002 and February 2018. The 1Ds is a DSLR, while the E-PL9 is a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. The cameras are based on a full frame (1Ds) and a Four Thirds (E-PL9) sensor. The Canon has a resolution of 11 megapixels, whereas the Olympus provides 15.9 MP. Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their sensors, their features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.
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Canon 1Ds | Olympus E-PL9 | |
Digital single lens reflex | Mirrorless system camera | |
Canon EF mount lenses | Micro Four Thirds lenses | |
11 MP, Full Frame Sensor | 15.9 MP, Four Thirds Sensor | |
no Video | 4K/30p Video | |
ISO 100-1250 | ISO 200-6400 (100-25600) | |
Optical viewfinder | No viewfinder, LCD framing | |
2.0" LCD, 120k dots | 3.0" LCD, 1040k dots | |
Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive) | Tilting touchscreen | |
3 shutter flaps per second | 8.6 shutter flaps per second | |
Lens stabilization only | In-body stabilization | |
Weathersealed body | Not weather sealed | |
600 shots per battery charge | 350 shots per battery charge | |
156 x 158 x 80 mm, 1265 g | 117 x 68 x 39 mm, 380 g |
Body comparison: Canon 1Ds vs Olympus E-PL9
The physical size and weight of the Canon 1Ds and the Olympus E-PL9 are illustrated in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive perspectives from the front, the top, and the back are available. All size 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 Olympus E-PL9 is considerably smaller (68 percent) than the Canon 1Ds. Moreover, the E-PL9 is substantially lighter (70 percent) than the 1Ds. It is worth mentioning in this context that the 1Ds is splash and dust resistant, while the E-PL9 does not feature any corresponding weather-sealing.
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. A larger imaging sensor will tend to go along with bigger and heavier lenses, although exceptions exist. You can compare the optics available for the two cameras in the Canon EF Lens Catalog (1Ds) and the Micro Four Thirds Lens Catalog (E-PL9). Mirrorless cameras, such as the E-PL9, have moreover the advantage that they can use many lenses from other systems via adapters, as they have a relatively short flange to focal plane distance.
Concerning battery life, the 1Ds gets 600 shots out of its NP-E3 battery, while the E-PL9 can take 350 images on a single charge of its BLS-50 power pack. As can be seen in the images above, the 1Ds has a battery grip built in. This facilitates image-taking in portrait orientation and gives it additional battery power.
The following table provides a synthesis of the main physical specifications of the two cameras and other similar ones. In case you want to display and compare another camera duo, just click on the right or left arrow next to the camera that you would like to inspect. Alternatively, you can also use the CAM-parator to select your camera combination among a larger number of options.
Camera Model |
Camera Width |
Camera Height |
Camera Depth |
Camera Weight |
Battery Life (CIPA) |
Weather Sealing (yes/no) |
Camera Launch (announced) |
Launch Price (USD) |
Street Price (USD) |
Used Price (USD) |
Camera Model |
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Canon 1Ds» | 6.1 in | 6.2 in | 3.1 in | 44.6 oz | 600 | Y | Sep 2002 | 8,999 | - | Canon 1Ds | ||
Olympus E-PL9« | 4.6 in | 2.7 in | 1.5 in | 13.4 oz | 350 | n | Feb 2018 | 549 | Olympus E-PL9 | |||
Canon 1D X Mark II« » | 6.2 in | 6.6 in | 3.3 in | 54.0 oz | 1210 | Y | Feb 2016 | 5,999 | Canon 1D X Mark II | |||
Canon 1D C« » | 6.2 in | 6.5 in | 3.3 in | 54.5 oz | 1120 | Y | Apr 2012 | 14,999 | - | Canon 1D C | ||
Canon 1D Mark IV« » | 6.1 in | 6.2 in | 3.1 in | 43.4 oz | 1500 | Y | Oct 2009 | 4,999 | - | Canon 1D Mark IV | ||
Canon 1D Mark III« » | 6.1 in | 6.2 in | 3.1 in | 40.7 oz | 2200 | Y | Feb 2007 | 4,499 | - | Canon 1D Mark III | ||
Canon 1Ds Mark III« » | 5.9 in | 6.3 in | 3.1 in | 48.9 oz | 1800 | Y | Aug 2007 | 7,999 | - | Canon 1Ds Mark III | ||
Canon 1D Mark II N« » | 6.1 in | 6.2 in | 3.1 in | 55.2 oz | 1200 | Y | Aug 2005 | 3,999 | - | Canon 1D Mark II N | ||
Canon 5D« » | 6.0 in | 4.4 in | 3.0 in | 31.6 oz | 400 | Y | Aug 2005 | 3,299 | - | Canon 5D | ||
Canon 1D Mark II« » | 6.1 in | 6.2 in | 3.1 in | 54.1 oz | 1200 | Y | Jan 2004 | 4,499 | - | Canon 1D Mark II | ||
Canon 1Ds Mark II« » | 6.1 in | 6.2 in | 3.1 in | 42.9 oz | 1200 | Y | Sep 2004 | 7,999 | - | Canon 1Ds Mark II | ||
Nikon D2Xs« » | 6.2 in | 5.9 in | 3.4 in | 44.2 oz | 3800 | Y | Jun 2006 | 4,699 | - | Nikon D2Xs | ||
Olympus E-M10 III« » | 4.8 in | 3.3 in | 2.0 in | 14.5 oz | 330 | n | Aug 2017 | 649 | Olympus E-M10 III | |||
Olympus E-PL8« » | 4.5 in | 2.6 in | 1.5 in | 12.6 oz | 350 | n | Sep 2016 | 549 | - | Olympus E-PL8 | ||
Olympus E-M10 II« » | 4.7 in | 3.3 in | 1.9 in | 13.8 oz | 320 | n | Aug 2015 | 799 | - | Olympus E-M10 II | ||
Olympus E-PL7« » | 4.5 in | 2.6 in | 1.5 in | 12.6 oz | 350 | n | Aug 2014 | 599 | - | Olympus E-PL7 | ||
Olympus E-PM2« » | 4.3 in | 2.5 in | 1.3 in | 9.5 oz | 360 | n | Sep 2012 | 499 | - | Olympus E-PM2 | ||
Any camera decision will obviously take relative prices into account. The retail prices at the time of the camera’s release place the model in the market relative to other models in the producer’s line-up and the competition. The E-PL9 was launched at a markedly lower price (by 94 percent) than the 1Ds, which puts it into a different market segment. Normally, street prices remain initially close to the MSRP, but after a couple of months, the first discounts appear. 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. Then, after the new model is out, very good deals can frequently be found on the pre-owned market.
Sensor comparison: Canon 1Ds vs Olympus E-PL9
The imaging sensor is at the core of digital cameras and its size is one of the main determining factors of image quality. All other things equal, a large sensor will have larger individual pixel-units that offer better low-light sensitivity, wider dynamic range, and 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 are more costly to manufacture and tend to lead to bigger and heavier cameras and lenses.
Of the two cameras under consideration, the Canon 1Ds features a full frame sensor and the Olympus E-PL9 a Four Thirds sensor. The sensor area in the E-PL9 is 74 percent smaller. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 1.0 and 2.0. The sensor in the 1Ds has a native 3:2 aspect ratio, while the one in the E-PL9 offers a 4:3 aspect.

Despite having a smaller sensor, the E-PL9 offers a higher resolution of 15.9 megapixels, compared with 11 MP of the 1Ds. This megapixels advantage comes at the cost of a higher pixel density and a smaller size of the individual pixel (with a pixel pitch of 3.76μm versus 8.83μm for the 1Ds). However, it should be noted that the E-PL9 is much more recent (by 15 years and 4 months) than the 1Ds, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that make it possible to gather light more efficiently.
The Canon EOS-1Ds has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 1250, which can be extended to ISO 50-1250. The corresponding ISO settings for the Olympus PEN E-PL9 are ISO 200 to ISO 6400, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 100-25600..

Consistent information on actual sensor performance is available from DXO Mark for many cameras. This service determines an overall sensor rating, as well as sub-scores for low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"), dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), and color depth ("DXO Portrait"). The table below summarizes the physical sensor characteristics and sensor quality findings and compares them across a set of similar cameras.
Camera Model |
Sensor Class |
Resolution (MP) |
Horiz. Pixels |
Vert. Pixels |
Video Format |
DXO Portrait |
DXO Landscape |
DXO Sports |
DXO Overall |
Camera Model |
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Canon 1Ds» | Full Frame | 11.0 | 4064 | 2704 | - | 21.8 | 11.0 | 954 | 63 | Canon 1Ds | |
Olympus E-PL9« | Four Thirds | 15.9 | 4608 | 3456 | 4K/30p | - | - | - | - | Olympus E-PL9 | |
Canon 1D X Mark II« » | Full Frame | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 4K/60p | 24.1 | 13.5 | 3207 | 88 | Canon 1D X Mark II | |
Canon 1D C« » | Full Frame | 17.9 | 5184 | 3456 | 4K/24p | - | - | - | - | Canon 1D C | |
Canon 1D Mark IV« » | APS-H | 16.0 | 4896 | 3264 | 1080/30p | 22.8 | 12.0 | 1320 | 74 | Canon 1D Mark IV | |
Canon 1D Mark III« » | APS-H | 10.1 | 3888 | 2592 | - | 22.7 | 11.7 | 1078 | 71 | Canon 1D Mark III | |
Canon 1Ds Mark III« » | Full Frame | 21.0 | 5616 | 3744 | - | 24.0 | 12.0 | 1663 | 80 | Canon 1Ds Mark III | |
Canon 1D Mark II N« » | APS-H | 8.2 | 3504 | 2336 | - | 22.3 | 11.2 | 975 | 66 | Canon 1D Mark II N | |
Canon 5D« » | Full Frame | 12.7 | 4368 | 2912 | - | 22.9 | 11.1 | 1368 | 71 | Canon 5D | |
Canon 1D Mark II« » | APS-H | 8.2 | 3504 | 2336 | - | 22.3 | 11.1 | 1003 | 66 | Canon 1D Mark II | |
Canon 1Ds Mark II« » | Full Frame | 16.6 | 4992 | 3328 | - | 23.3 | 11.3 | 1480 | 74 | Canon 1Ds Mark II | |
Nikon D2Xs« » | APS-C | 12.2 | 4288 | 2848 | - | 22.2 | 10.9 | 489 | 59 | Nikon D2Xs | |
Olympus E-M10 III« » | Four Thirds | 15.9 | 4608 | 3456 | 4K/30p | - | - | - | - | Olympus E-M10 III | |
Olympus E-PL8« » | Four Thirds | 15.9 | 4608 | 3456 | 1080/30p | - | - | - | - | Olympus E-PL8 | |
Olympus E-M10 II« » | Four Thirds | 15.9 | 4608 | 3456 | 1080/60p | 23.1 | 12.5 | 842 | 73 | Olympus E-M10 II | |
Olympus E-PL7« » | Four Thirds | 15.9 | 4608 | 3456 | 1080/30p | 22.7 | 12.4 | 873 | 72 | Olympus E-PL7 | |
Olympus E-PM2« » | Four Thirds | 15.9 | 4608 | 3456 | 1080/30p | 22.7 | 12.2 | 932 | 72 | Olympus E-PM2 |
Many modern cameras cannot only take still pictures, but also record videos. The E-PL9 indeed provides for movie recording, while the 1Ds does not. The highest resolution format that the E-PL9 can use is 4K/30p.
Feature comparison: Canon 1Ds vs Olympus E-PL9
Beyond body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. For example, the 1Ds has an optical viewfinder, which can be very useful when shooting in bright sunlight. In contrast, the E-PL9 relies on live view and the rear LCD for framing. The table below summarizes some of the other core capabilities of the Canon 1Ds and Olympus E-PL9 in connection with corresponding information for a sample of similar cameras.
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) |
Shutter speed (1/sec) |
Shutter flaps (1/sec) |
Built-in Flash (yes/no) |
Built-in Image Stab |
Camera Model |
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Canon 1Ds» | optical | Y | 2.0 | 120 | fixed | n | 8000 | 3.0 | n | n | Canon 1Ds | |
Olympus E-PL9« | - | n | 3.0 | 1040 | tilting | Y | 4000 | 8.6 | Y | Y | Olympus E-PL9 | |
Canon 1D X Mark II« » | optical | Y | 3.2 | 1620 | fixed | Y | 8000 | 16.0 | n | n | Canon 1D X Mark II | |
Canon 1D C« » | optical | Y | 3.2 | 1040 | fixed | n | 8000 | 14.0 | n | n | Canon 1D C | |
Canon 1D Mark IV« » | optical | Y | 3.0 | 920 | fixed | n | 8000 | 10.0 | n | n | Canon 1D Mark IV | |
Canon 1D Mark III« » | optical | Y | 3.0 | 230 | fixed | n | 8000 | 10.0 | n | n | Canon 1D Mark III | |
Canon 1Ds Mark III« » | optical | Y | 3.0 | 230 | fixed | n | 8000 | 5.0 | n | n | Canon 1Ds Mark III | |
Canon 1D Mark II N« » | optical | Y | 2.5 | 230 | fixed | n | 8000 | 8.5 | n | n | Canon 1D Mark II N | |
Canon 5D« » | optical | Y | 2.5 | 230 | fixed | n | 8000 | 3.0 | n | n | Canon 5D | |
Canon 1D Mark II« » | optical | Y | 2.0 | 230 | fixed | n | 8000 | 8.3 | n | n | Canon 1D Mark II | |
Canon 1Ds Mark II« » | optical | Y | 2.0 | 230 | fixed | n | 8000 | 4.0 | n | n | Canon 1Ds Mark II | |
Nikon D2Xs« » | optical | Y | 2.5 | 230 | fixed | n | 8000 | 5.0 | n | n | Nikon D2Xs | |
Olympus E-M10 III« » | 2360 | n | 3.0 | 1040 | tilting | Y | 4000 | 8.6 | Y | Y | Olympus E-M10 III | |
Olympus E-PL8« » | - | n | 3.0 | 1037 | tilting | Y | 4000 | 8.0 | n | Y | Olympus E-PL8 | |
Olympus E-M10 II« » | 2360 | n | 3.0 | 1040 | tilting | Y | 4000 | 8.0 | Y | Y | Olympus E-M10 II | |
Olympus E-PL7« » | - | n | 3.0 | 1037 | tilting | Y | 4000 | 8.0 | n | Y | Olympus E-PL7 | |
Olympus E-PM2« » | - | n | 3.0 | 460 | fixed | Y | 4000 | 8.0 | n | Y | Olympus E-PM2 |
One feature that is present on the 1Ds, but is missing on the E-PL9 is a top-level LCD. While being, of course, smaller than the rear screen, the control panel conveys some of the essential shooting information and can be convenient for quick and easy settings verification.
The E-PL9 has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing. This characteristic will be appreciated by vloggers and photographers who are interested in taking selfies. In contrast, the 1Ds does not have a selfie-screen.The reported shutter speed and shutter burst refer to the use of the mechanical shutter. In addition, the E-PL9 features an electronic shutter, which makes completely silent shooting possible. However, this mode is less suitable for photographing moving objects (risk of rolling shutter) or shooting under artificial light sources (risk of flickering).
The 1Ds writes its imaging data to Compact Flash cards, while the E-PL9 uses SDXC cards. The 1Ds features dual card slots, which can be very useful in case a memory card fails. In contrast, the E-PL9 only has one slot.
Connectivity comparison: Canon 1Ds vs Olympus E-PL9
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 and Olympus PEN E-PL9 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 Type |
WiFi Support |
NFC Support |
Bluetooth Support |
Camera Model |
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Canon 1Ds» | Y | - | - | - | - | - | FW | - | - | - | Canon 1Ds | |
Olympus E-PL9« | Y | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | - | Y | Olympus E-PL9 | |
Canon 1D X Mark II« » | Y | mono | mono | Y | Y | mini | 3.0 | - | - | - | Canon 1D X Mark II | |
Canon 1D C« » | Y | mono | mono | Y | Y | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 1D C | |
Canon 1D Mark IV« » | Y | stereo | - | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 1D Mark IV | |
Canon 1D Mark III« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 1D Mark III | |
Canon 1Ds Mark III« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 1Ds Mark III | |
Canon 1D Mark II N« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 1.1 | - | - | - | Canon 1D Mark II N | |
Canon 5D« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 5D | |
Canon 1D Mark II« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 1.1 | - | - | - | Canon 1D Mark II | |
Canon 1Ds Mark II« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 1Ds Mark II | |
Nikon D2Xs« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Nikon D2Xs | |
Olympus E-M10 III« » | Y | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | - | - | Olympus E-M10 III | |
Olympus E-PL8« » | Y | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | - | - | Olympus E-PL8 | |
Olympus E-M10 II« » | Y | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | - | - | Olympus E-M10 II | |
Olympus E-PL7« » | Y | stereo | mono | - | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | - | - | Olympus E-PL7 | |
Olympus E-PM2« » | Y | stereo | mono | - | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Olympus E-PM2 |
It is notable that the E-PL9 offers wifi support, which can be a very convenient means to transfer image data to an off-camera location. In contrast, the 1Ds does not offer wifi capability.
Studio photographers will appreciate that the Canon 1Ds (unlike the E-PL9) features a PC Sync socket, so that professional strobe lights can be controlled by the camera.
The E-PL9 is a recent model that features in the current product line-up of Olympus. In contrast, the 1Ds has been discontinued (but it can be found pre-owned on eBay). As a replacement in the same line of cameras, the 1Ds was succeeded by the Canon 1Ds Mark II.
Review summary: Canon 1Ds vs Olympus E-PL9
So how do things add up? Is the Canon 1Ds better than the Olympus E-PL9 or vice versa? Below is a summary of the relative strengths of each of the two contestants.

Reasons to prefer the Canon EOS-1Ds:
- Easier framing: Has an optical viewfinder for image framing and settings control.
- Easier setting verification: Features an LCD display on top to control shooting parameters.
- Faster shutter: Has higher mechanical shutter speed (8000/sec vs 4000/sec) to freeze action.
- More portrait friendly: Features an integrated vertical grip for easier portrait shooting.
- Longer lasting: Can take more shots (600 versus 350) on a single battery charge.
- Better sealing: Is weather sealed to enable shooting in dusty or wet environments.
- Better studio light control: Has a PC Sync socket to connect to professional strobe lights.
- Greater peace of mind: Features a second card slot as a backup in case of memory card failure.
- More heavily discounted: Has been available for much longer (launched in September 2002).

Advantages of the Olympus PEN E-PL9:
- More detail: Has more megapixels (15.9 vs 11MP), which boosts linear resolution by 18%.
- Broader imaging potential: Can capture not only stills but also 4K/30p video.
- Larger screen: Has a bigger rear LCD (3.0" vs 2.0") for image review and settings control.
- More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (1040k vs 120k dots).
- More flexible LCD: Has a tilting screen for odd-angle shots in landscape orientation.
- Fewer buttons to press: Has a touchscreen to facilitate handling and shooting adjustments.
- More selfie-friendly: Has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing.
- Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (8.6 vs 3 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
- Less disturbing: Has an electronic shutter option for completely silent shooting.
- More compact: Is smaller (117x68mm vs 156x158mm) and will fit more readily into a bag.
- Less heavy: Has a lower weight (by 885g or 70 percent) and is thus easier to take along.
- Sharper images: Has stabilization technology built-in to reduce the impact of hand-shake.
- More legacy lens friendly: Can use many non-native lenses via adapters.
- Easier fill-in: Has a small integrated flash to brighten shadows of backlit subjects.
- Easier file upload: Has wifi built in for automatic backup or image transfer to the web.
- Easier wireless transfer: Supports Bluetooth for image sharing without cables.
- More affordable: Was introduced into a lower priced category (94 percent cheaper at launch).
- More modern: Reflects 15 years and 4 months of technical progress since the 1Ds launch.
If the count of individual advantages (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the E-PL9 is the clear winner of the contest (18 : 9 points). However, the relevance of individual strengths will vary across photographers, so that you might want to apply your own weighing scheme to the summary points when reflecting and deciding on a new camera.
In any case, while the comparison of technical specifications can provide a useful overview of the capabilities of different cameras, it remains incomplete and does no justice, for example, to the way the 1Ds or the E-PL9 handle or perform in practice. User reviews, such as those found at amazon, can sometimes inform about these issues, but such feedback is often incomplete, inconsistent, and biased.
Expert reviews: Canon 1Ds vs Olympus E-PL9
This is why expert reviews are important. The table below summarizes the assessments of some of the best known camera review sites (cameralabs, dpreview, ephotozine, imaging-resource, photographyblog). You can find the full text of the reviews by clicking on the site logo in the table header.
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Camera Launch (announced) |
Launch Price (USD) |
Street Price (USD) |
Used Price (USD) |
Camera Model |
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Canon 1Ds» | - | HiRec | - | - | - | Sep 2002 | 8,999 | - | Canon 1Ds | ||
Olympus E-PL9« | Rec | - | 4.5/5 | - | 4/5 | Feb 2018 | 549 | Olympus E-PL9 | |||
Canon 1D X Mark II« » | - | 89/100 | 4.5/5 | 5/5 | 4.5/5 | Feb 2016 | 5,999 | Canon 1D X Mark II | |||
Canon 1D C« » | - | - | - | - | - | Apr 2012 | 14,999 | - | Canon 1D C | ||
Canon 1D Mark IV« » | - | 89/100 | - | 5/5 | - | Oct 2009 | 4,999 | - | Canon 1D Mark IV | ||
Canon 1D Mark III« » | - | - | - | rev | - | Feb 2007 | 4,499 | - | Canon 1D Mark III | ||
Canon 1Ds Mark III« » | - | HiRec | 4.5/5 | - | - | Aug 2007 | 7,999 | - | Canon 1Ds Mark III | ||
Canon 1D Mark II N« » | - | - | - | - | - | Aug 2005 | 3,999 | - | Canon 1D Mark II N | ||
Canon 5D« » | 88/100 | HiRec | rev | rev | - | Aug 2005 | 3,299 | - | Canon 5D | ||
Canon 1D Mark II« » | - | HiRec | - | rev | - | Jan 2004 | 4,499 | - | Canon 1D Mark II | ||
Canon 1Ds Mark II« » | - | HiRec | - | - | - | Sep 2004 | 7,999 | - | Canon 1Ds Mark II | ||
Nikon D2Xs« » | - | - | - | rev | - | Jun 2006 | 4,699 | - | Nikon D2Xs | ||
Olympus E-M10 III« » | Rec | 80/100 | 4.5/5 | 4/5 | 4.5/5 | Aug 2017 | 649 | Olympus E-M10 III | |||
Olympus E-PL8« » | - | - | 4.5/5 | - | 4/5 | Sep 2016 | 549 | - | Olympus E-PL8 | ||
Olympus E-M10 II« » | HiRec | 80/100 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | Aug 2015 | 799 | - | Olympus E-M10 II | ||
Olympus E-PL7« » | Rec | - | 5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4/5 | Aug 2014 | 599 | - | Olympus E-PL7 | ||
Olympus E-PM2« » | - | 77/100 | 5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | Sep 2012 | 499 | - | Olympus E-PM2 |
The above review scores should be interpreted with care, though. The ratings are only valid when referring to cameras in the same category and of the same age. Hence, a score should always be seen in the context of the camera's market launch date and its price, and comparing ratings of very distinct cameras or ones that are far apart in terms of their release date have little meaning. Also, please note that some of the review sites have changed their methodology and reporting over time.
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Specifications: Canon 1Ds vs Olympus E-PL9
Camera Model | Canon 1Ds | Olympus E-PL9 |
Camera Type | Digital single lens reflex | Mirrorless system camera |
Camera Lens | Canon EF mount lenses | Micro Four Thirds lenses |
Launch Date | September 2002 | February 2018 |
Launch Price | USD 8999 | USD 549 |
Sensor Specs | ||
Sensor Technology | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor Format | Full Frame Sensor | Four Thirds Sensor |
Sensor Size | 36.0 x 23.8 mm | 17.3 x 23.8 mm |
Sensor Area | 856.8 mm2 | 224.9 mm2 |
Sensor Diagonal | 43.2 mm | 21.6 mm |
Crop Factor | 1.0x | 2.0x |
Sensor Resolution | 11 Megapixels | 15.9 Megapixels |
Image Resolution | 4064 x 2704 pixels | 4608 x 3456 pixels |
Pixel Pitch | 8.83 μm | 3.76 μm |
Pixel Density | 1.28 MP/cm2 | 7.08 MP/cm2 |
Moiré control | Anti-Alias filter | Anti-Alias filter |
Movie Capability | no Video | 4K/30p Video |
ISO Setting | 100-1250 ISO | 200-6400 ISO |
ISO Boost | 50-1250 ISO | 100-25600 ISO |
Image Processor | DIGIC | TruePic VIII |
DXO Sensor Quality (score) | 63 | .. |
DXO Color Depth (bits) | 21.8 | .. |
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) | 11.0 | .. |
DXO Low Light (ISO) | 954 | .. |
Screen Specs | ||
Viewfinder Type | Optical viewfinder | No viewfinder |
Viewfinder Field of View | 100% | n/a |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.70x | n/a |
Top-Level Screen | Control Panel | no Top Display |
LCD Framing | n/a | Live View |
Rear LCD Size | 2.0 inch | 3.0 inch |
LCD Resolution | 120k dots | 1040k dots |
LCD Attachment | Fixed screen | Tilting screen |
Touch Input | no Touchscreen | Touchscreen |
Shooting Specs | ||
Autofocus System | Phase-detect AF | Contrast-detect AF |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous Shooting | 3 shutter flaps/s | 8.6 shutter flaps/s |
Silent Shooting | no E-Shutter | Electronic Shutter |
Image Stabilization | Lens stabilization only | In-body stabilization |
Fill Flash | no On-Board Flash | Build-in Flash |
Storage Medium | CF cards | SDXC cards |
Second Storage Option | Dual card slots | Single card slot |
Connectivity Specs | ||
External Flash | Hotshoe | Hotshoe |
Studio Flash | PC Sync socket | no PC Sync |
USB Connector | Firewire | USB 2.0 |
HDMI Port | no HDMI | micro HDMI |
Wifi Support | no Wifi | Wifi built-in |
Bluetooth Support | no Bluetooth | Bluetooth built-in |
Body Specs | ||
Environmental Sealing | Weathersealed body | Not weather sealed |
Battery Type | NP-E3 power pack | BLS-50 power pack |
Battery Life (CIPA) | 600 shots per charge | 350 shots per charge |
Body Dimensions |
156 x 158 x 80 mm (6.1 x 6.2 x 3.1 in) |
117 x 68 x 39 mm (4.6 x 2.7 x 1.5 in) |
Camera Weight | 1265 g (44.6 oz) | 380 g (13.4 oz) |
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