Canon 1DX VS 5D MKIII Cameras

[Jakontil]

I'd have to say... Somehow the 1Dx generates better image quality after post processing, retains better details and greater dynamic range compared to MKIII

i used MKIII for few months before make a switch, and 1DX also points accurate exposures

 

[Chewy734]

Size difference is actually kind of a non-issue. Gripped a 5D Mark III or 7D is similar in size to a 1D-X. Instead there is a significant advantage for 1-series bodies in terms of better usability. Getting used to this is similar to the addiction to L-lenses. Once you have experienced just how good it can be, you don't want to go back.

You are right about the size difference. But, the 1D bodies overall feel noticeably better in the hands than a gripped non-1D body.

 

[Chewy734]

I'd have to say... Somehow the 1Dx generates better image quality after post processing, retains better details and greater dynamic range compared to MKIII

i used MKIII for few months before make a switch, and 1DX also points accurate exposures

I agree with you completely on this. However, I do feel that the 5D3 gives you more bang for the buck. Unless you need the weather sealing or faster frames per second, the 1D X just isn't the smarter buy.

 

[RLPhoto]

The 5D3 will be slightly better in the studio, the 1Dx will be massively better for everything else.

Upgrading from the 5Dc ----> 5d3 make me appreciate the 12mp to 22mp jump more in the studio, so the 1Dx should be simliar or better DR than the 5D3 in controlled light.

5D3 + 135L - 1/160 - F/13 - ISO 100 - Out of Camera Small JPEG carrier file.

 

[edawg]

I shoot a lot of travel photography and size/weight wise I would never want a battery grip I cant detach. Too much to lug around plus I attract more than enough attention with the 5diii already. Plus 22mp=more cropping ability. I was surprised the 1dx was 18mp but I guess its purpose built for speed. 5diii is a good all rouner imo

 

[KKCFamilyman]

I shoot a lot of travel photography and size/weight wise I would never want a battery grip I cant detach. Too much to lug around plus I attract more than enough attention with the 5diii already. Plus 22mp=more cropping ability. I was surprised the 1dx was 18mp but I guess its purpose built for speed. 5diii is a good all rouner imo

I agree. I feel like all the gear I carry is enough and to spend $3k more for slightly better metering and a little better exposure is a trade I am willing to make you cannot make the 1dx lighter. You can choose to not add the grip and it's easier to lug around crowded areas.

 

[Secretariat]

How do the 1DX and 5D MKIII compare to each other when it comes to Auto Focusing,High ISO, and Low Light shooting?
Thanks.

 

[bdunbar79]

I've used both, the 1DX is much faster at AF, better at low light, and much cleaner at higher ISO's. As you are able to spot meter through the active AF point, your subject, if off center, might not necessarily register a super high ISO if you meter off your subject and not the center. This is very useful.

 

[Jakontil]

I'd have to say... Somehow the 1Dx generates better image quality after post processing, retains better details and greater dynamic range compared to MKIII

i used MKIII for few months before make a switch, and 1DX also points accurate exposures

I agree with you completely on this. However, I do feel that the 5D3 gives you more bang for the buck. Unless you need the weather sealing or faster frames per second, the 1D X just isn't the smarter buy.

I cannot agree more...

If ur job depends on RAW processing and it gives u diamond per shoot.. It is worth getting 1DX

For anything else, MKIII owns...

But for hobbyist whose life depend of end results, 1DX cant be wrong

 

[Viggo]

People need to realize that the way faster AF isn't to be taken lightly. This has little or nothing to do with aquiring focus at a still subject. When my son starts running and stopping and going side to side up close there really is no contest whatsoever. The 5d3 could get better hitrate than the 1d4, but it's first now with the 1d X that the Case 1 through 6 really starts to mean something. I can't miss a shot with the 1d X .

And the metering people say "well, 3k for a little bit better metering" is FAR from little better, it's DEAD ON every single time and helps out a great deal in the tracking process. Plus, as mentioned by others, it makes for no correction of exposure in post, which gives less noise. I have offset the 0 EV in camera to +5/8 of a stop, because I like things a tad over and can always pull down for even less noise.

I agree that unless the 1d X is tested, and you only read about it, I too felt it wasn't worth it. Now, after owing it for a while I can safely say, the distance between the 5d and 1d is still huge...

I loved the size of the 5d3, but the grip is sooo much better on the 1d. And to have it flip vertically and feel the exact same is also huge.

And on top of that, it's the 12 fps, all the little things like AE tweak, spot-meter to AF point, no mode dial, so I can deselect all of the drive-modes I never use (I have only H and L burst available, set C1 to bracketing with 2 sec delay still works). The powerbutton in the right place, dual CF, and not only 30mb support for SD. Replaceable focusing screen, although, currently, no support for the one I wanted, namley the EC-S. Better options to assign buttons to other functions. Shortened release lag etc etc.

My favoritefunction though, is the abillity to set which two shutterspeeds I would like the camera to work between, that way I can shoot Av and NEVER get too long a shutter.

 

[Pompo]

the joystick on the 1DX is wider and I think it works/feels better too

 

[KKCFamilyman]

Everyone's comments have me considering dumping my 5d3 and getting the 1dx. Af pt spot metering and it sounds like better iq and slightly cleaner iso's is a value to me. $3k not sure but heavily considering also I hate how the 5d3 clips highlights and was hoping the 1dx would solve that. I do shoot my active family and they will only start to become more active. Only concern is the size and weight difference. Any suggestions?

 

[Pompo]

I have both and the 1Dx is quite heavier, I do have the grip for the 5DIII yet I don't like it too much due to its thickness on the bottom. I only use the 1dx when I need the fast fps of max ISO sensitivity.

 

[pwp]

I have a minor case of buyers regret with my gripped 5D3. It is a very competent camera and delivers brilliant files, but as a long term user of 1-Series EOS bodies pre-dating digital, the handling, ergonomics and sheer class of the 1-Series is sorely missed.

Business is pretty strong at the moment so a 1DX is an inevitability here. I wish I'd held out and waited for the 1DX.

One unexpectedly high use function on the 5D3 is the silent shutter. When shooting boards of directors for corporate clients, I encourage them to give me 30-40 minutes of real time during a board meeting, with the agreement of no-flash use. The silent shutter has enabled some sessions to stretch out to an hour shooting with 70-200 f/2.8 & 300 f/2.8. Without the clack of a regular shutter, I can almost disappear in this environment, despite being the elephant in the room. Heck, I just leave the 5D3 on silent.

Other than the silent mode, I'd have the 1DX any day. And if the current level of business is maintained, make that two 1DX bodies. After extended test-drives in revealing conditions, I'm totally gob-smacked by the 1DX whereas the 5D3 leaves me with a feeling of, "Yes it's pretty good, but...."

-PW

 

[Viggo]

Yeah, totally agree, the 5d3 is very good, but I felt it lacking in af speed , so many pictures that weren't focused that I should have been. When I got the 1d I felt straight away the mindblowing power of it, and I'm not using the term loosely... i bet i could throw it to someone's head and it will deliver eyeball-sharp worldclass action shots. No, really!!

If you're worried about weight, use a black rapid strap and hang it just below your belt. It doesn't even feel like you're carrying a camera. And btw, this doesn't work to do with the 5d as it jumps around much more.

 

[spinworkxroy]

I guess the question is not which camera is better…we all know the 1DX is better.
The question is, what type of shooting do you do most of the time…it's not about what type you "might" do but what you currently do.
If you do sports 90% of the time then there's no headache there.
If you do more landscapes or walkabouts or random shooting then maybe the 1DX is a little to heavy.

For me, the reason why i didn't get the 1DX other than not being able to afford one is because i didn't like the size and weight.
I love my 5D3 because it's much smaller and lighter and i only do potraits 90% of the time so AF speed or FPS isn't my priority.
Yes, the grip is rather big BUT i like to be able to have the option of taking it off and get a smaller size camera to carry around when i do not need the grip…on a 1DX, you don't have a choice to reduce the weight.

 

[M.ST]

I have sold the 5D Mark III and hold the 1D X.

 

[KKCFamilyman]

I have sold the 5D Mark III and hold the 1D X.

Is the camera worth the $3k more? If so why?

 

[Chewy734]

I have sold the 5D Mark III and hold the 1D X.

Is the camera worth the $3k more? If so why?

I did the same thing as KKCFamilyman (upgrading to the 1D X from the 5D3). For me, yes. The build quality is much better than the 5D3, imo (the 5D3 felt like a toy compared to the 1D X), and fast frame rate is great. But then again, it's not for everyone. I always wanted a 1D-series body, so this was the perfect time for me to get one.

 

[Secretariat]

How reliable is Ken Rockwell?You see,somebody told me that for KR,it seems that the 5D MKIII is better than the 1DX,especialy when it comes to IQ?How true is this?
Thanks.