The Canon EOS-1D X ($6,799 direct) is a camera that just screams professional. It's physically imposing, with a big design that incorporates portrait and landscape shooting controls and loads of control buttons. The 18-megapixel full-frame image sensor is impressive in low light, and the autofocus system features 61 selectable points. Its banner feature is the ability to shoot at an impressive 14 frames per second, a figure that is sure to please photographers who make a living capturing fast action. If you need this type of camera, you know it, but it's not perfect. For non-pros, another Canon full-frame camera, the EOS 6D($1,699.00 at Amazon), is a better choice. It's a comparative bargain and our Editors' Choice for full-frame D-SLRs, but its burst shooting capabilities and its autofocus system pale in comparison. Design and Features Like its closest competitor, the Nikon D4($4,499.95 at Amazon) the 1D X features a design that incorporates vertical shooting controls in additio...
The Canon EOS-1D X is a great choice for sports shooters and photojournalists, but is likely an overkill for most shooters.
Full-frame image sensor; 14fps burst capability; 61-point autofocus system; Excellent images at very high ISO settings; Built like a tank; Loads of controls; Dual CF card slots; 1080p video capture
Very expensive; Heavy; No built-in flash; No headphone jack; Uncompressed HDMI video output not possible; Switching between still and video live view mode is cumbersome