Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III vs Nikon Z50
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III and Nikon Z50. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon Z50 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III were released 2007 and Nikon Z50 was released 2019. That is a 12 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III | 2007 |
Nikon Z50 | 2019 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III is a DSLR camera while Nikon Z50 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III has a "Canon Full Frame"-sensor while Nikon Z50 has a "Nikon DX"-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 1Ds Mark III | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Nikon Z50 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** 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)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III has a 21,1 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z50 has 21 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
21,1 MP
21026304 pixels 5616 x 3744 |
Nikon Z50 |
21 MP
20668416 pixels 5568 x 3712 |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III has a 2 % larger resolution than Nikon Z50. 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
Nikon Z50 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III. Nikon Z50 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III has 50 to 3200.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III | 50-3200 |
Nikon Z50 | 100-51200 |
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 1Ds Mark III
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z50
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Nikon Z50 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III | 5 |
Nikon Z50 | 11 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Nikon Z50. Sadly, the Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III does not support this.
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 1Ds Mark III weighs 1385 gr (equal to 3.05 lb) which is 208% heavier than Nikon Z50 and its 450 gr (or 0.99 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III | 1385 gr 3.05 lb |
Nikon Z50 | 450 gr 0.99 lb |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III vs Nikon Z50 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III and Nikon Z50, 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 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon Z50 |
Name | Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III | Nikon Z50 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon Z50 |
Release Year | 2007 | 2019 |
Release Date | 2007-08-20 | 2019-10-10 |
MSRP | 6999 USD | 859 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon Z50 |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon Z50 |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 5616 x 3744 pixels | 5568 x 3712 pixels |
Megapixels | 21,1 MP | 21 MP |
Image Processor | DUAL DIGIC 3 | EXPEED 6 |
Image |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon Z50 |
ISO Range | 50 - 3200 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 8 | 12 |
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 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon Z50 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 45 | 209 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon Z See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon Z50 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 230000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.76× | 1.02× (0.68× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 2360000 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon Z50 |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 11 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 | 7 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon Z50 |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution | N/A |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon Z50 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon Z50 |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Optional with WFT-E2 II |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (N3 connector) | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III |
Nikon Z50 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Canon LP-E4N Battery Pack
|
EN-EL25 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 1800 shots | 320 shots |
Width | 150 mm | 127 mm |
Height | 160 mm | 94 mm |
Depth | 80 mm | 60 mm |
Weight | 1385 gram | 450 gram |