Canon 1D X

Specifications:

Resolution: 5184 x 3456 Pixel

=

17.9 MP
Type: CMOS  
Class: Full Frame  
Size: 36.0 x 24.0 mm
Area: 864.0 mm²
Photosite Size: 6.9 μm
Bit Depth: 14 bit
Manufacturer: Canon  
Launch: 2011  

Results:

Noise: 1029 σ = 3.2
Dynamic Range: 1055 σ = 5.3
Color Range: 764 σ = 6.0
Tonal Range: 992 σ = 5.4
Resolving Power: 603 σ = 1.9
SenScore™ 889 σ = 3.8

Measured with: Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM
Number of bodies measured: 3

Comment:

The sensor of the 1D X is a milestone in the history of Canon. Not only is it the best sensor the company ever made, it also proves that Canon's sensor technology can hold its own among the likes of Nikon and Sony. Color range is still not on par with competitors, but it's not bad either, and the rest is right up there with the best sensors currently available. Performance is still behind the competition when it comes to utmost image quality at base ISO, but that's not really an issue for this ultra-fast readout medium resolution sensor designed for photojournalism and low-light work. It's a very good sensor worthy of being in Canon's flagship action body.

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