Canon EOS 1D Mark IV vs Canon EOS Kiss X2

This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 1D Mark IV and Canon EOS Kiss X2. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.

Canon EOS 1D Mark IV were released 2009 and Canon EOS Kiss X2 was released 2008. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV 2009
Canon EOS Kiss X2 2008

Type of camera

Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 1D Mark IV has a "Canon APS-H"-sensor while Canon EOS Kiss X2 has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV 65 mm
Canon APS-H sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.3
Canon EOS Kiss X2 80 mm
Canon APS-C sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6

** 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 (Canon)

Resolution

Canon EOS 1D Mark IV has a 16,1 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Kiss X2 has 12,2 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV 16,1 MP
15980544 pixels
4896 x 3264
Canon EOS Kiss X2 12,2 MP
12166656 pixels
4272 x 2848

Canon EOS 1D Mark IV has a 31 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Kiss X2. 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

Canon EOS 1D Mark IV has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS Kiss X2. Canon EOS 1D Mark IV has an ISO range that stretches from 50 to 102400 while Canon EOS Kiss X2 has 100 to 1600.

Camera ISO Range
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV 50-102400
Canon EOS Kiss X2 100-1600

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 Canon EOS 1D Mark IV
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Kiss X2

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 1D Mark IV can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Kiss X2 can shoot up to 3,5 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV 10
Canon EOS Kiss X2 3,5

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 Canon EOS 1D Mark IV. Unfortunately Canon EOS Kiss X2 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 1D Mark IV weighs 1230 gr (equal to 2.71 lb) which is 135% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss X2 and its 524 gr (or 1.16 lb).

Camera Weight
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV 1230 gr
2.71 lb
Canon EOS Kiss X2 524 gr
1.16 lb

Canon EOS 1D Mark IV vs Canon EOS Kiss X2 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 1D Mark IV and Canon EOS Kiss X2, 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
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Name Canon EOS 1D Mark IV Canon EOS Kiss X2
Manufacturer Canon Canon
Release Date and Price
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Release Year 2009 2008
Release Date 2009-10-20 2008-01-24
MSRP 4999 USD 799 USD
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Camera Type
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Camera Type DSLR DSLR
Sensor
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Sensor Size APS-H (approx 27.9 x 18.6 mm) APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm)
Sensor Type CMOS CMOS
Resolution 4896 x 3264 pixels 4272 x 2848 pixels
Megapixels 16,1 MP 12,2 MP
Image Processor DIGIC 4 DIGIC 3
Image
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV
Canon EOS Kiss X2
ISO Range 50 - 102400 100 - 1600
White Balance Presets 8 6
Custom White Balance Yes Yes
Image Stabilization No No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating 0 stops 0 stops
Uncompressed format RAW RAW
Optics & Focus
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Focus Points 45 9
Lens Mount Canon EF

See Compatible Lenses
Canon EF
Canon EF-S

See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier APS-H Sensor
1.3x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 31 mm
50 mm becomes 65 mm
100 mm becomes 130 mm
200 mm becomes 260 mm
APS-C Sensor
1.6x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 38 mm
50 mm becomes 80 mm
100 mm becomes 160 mm
200 mm becomes 320 mm
Screen & Viewfinder
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Articulated LCD Fixed Fixed
Screen size 3” 3”
Screen dots 920000 230000
Touch screen No No
Screen type TFT LCD TFT LCD
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage 100% 95%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.76× (0.58× 35mm equiv.) 0.87× (0.54× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution N/A N/A
Photography features
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Frames per second 10 fps 3,5 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash No Yes
Built-in Flash Range N/A 13 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse Yes Yes
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Partial
Exposure Compensation +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Video recording Yes No
Video format H.264
N/A
Video resolution 1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
N/A
Built-in Microphone Yes No
Built-in Speakers No No
Storage
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Memory Card Compact Flash
SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV
Canon EOS Kiss X2
HDMI Output Yes No
Microphone Port Yes No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Optional , Eye-Fi Connected and Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E2
No
Remote Control Yes (N3 connector) Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed)
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Canon EOS 1D Mark IV
Canon EOS Kiss X2
Enviromentally sealed Yes No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details Lithium-Ion LP-E4 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Pack LP-E5
Battery Life (CIPA) 1500 shots N/A
Width 156 mm 129 mm
Height 157 mm 98 mm
Depth 80 mm 62 mm
Weight 1230 gram 524 gram