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Canon EOS-1D X Mark III

Life is full of unrepeatable moments. Capture more of them with the EOS-1D X Mark III and tell your visual story to the world.

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Photography, without limits.

When conditions are tough, the light is poor but the pressure’s on, the EOS-1D X Mark III lets you capture winning images before the competition. It’s the ultimate creative toolkit, with superb low-light performance, deep learning AF and 5.5K Raw video.

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Fast, precise and powerful without compromising quality:

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Faster than fast. Quicker than quick

Some moments are unrepeatable. Gone in a fraction of a second, never to come again. Preserve them forever with the EOS-1D X Mark III, capturing the action at up to 20 fps.
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Intelligent AF that will blow your mind

Capture images with biting clarity and sharpness. Deep learning AF algorithms recognise all kinds of situations and can even track faces hidden by goggles or a helmet.

Remarkable quality in poor conditions

A DIGIC X processor and bespoke 20 megapixel sensor are superb in low light – up to ISO 102,400, expandable to 819,200. The EOS-1D X Mark III delivers an outstanding dynamic range.
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A formidable filmmaking machine

When it comes to video, the EOS-1D X Mark III fits in to virtually any workflow. Capture full frame 4K 60p, or 5.5K RAW footage that opens up new creative possibilities.
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Stay connected, stay competitive

Whether you’re in an ethernet-equipped stadium, or transmitting pictures for deadline using Wi-Fi, the EOS-1D X Mark III keeps you ahead of the competition.

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An extension of your creative mind

Taking the best from our DSLR and mirrorless cameras, the EOS-1D X Mark III is designed to be tough, reliable and intuitive – as close to invisible as a camera can be.

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Specifications

  • 20 megapixel full-frame sensor

    With huge dynamic range and ISO sensitivity

  • 5.5K Raw video

    Capture video footage with the ultimate in image quality

  • DIGIC X image processor

    For blazing speed and superb image quality

  • EOS-Movie-4K-Full-HD

    Filmmaking at 4K/60p

    Capture full-frame video at up to 4K resolution and 60 fps with Canon Log and H.265

  • Up to 20 fps continuous shooting

    Capture at 20 fps in Live View mode and at 16fps when using the optical viewfinder

  • EOS R System

    Dual Pixel CMOS AF

    Focuses with lightning speed when shooting stills, and smoothly when capturing video

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EOS-1D X Mark III and EOS-1D X Mark II compared

Camera body

EOS-1D X Mark III

EOS-1D X Mark II

Sensor

20.1 megapixel CMOS sensor

20.2 megapixel CMOS sensor

ISO sensitivity

ISO 100-102,400 (H: ISO 819,200)

ISO 100-51,200 (H: ISO 409,600)

Cont. shooting (OVF/Live View)

16/20 fps

14 fps/16 fps* no AF tracking

Number of AF points (OVF/LV)

191/3869

61/2583

AF lowest EV

-4 EV/-6 EV Live view

-3

Battery life

2850

1210

File formats

CR3 (RAW), JPEG, HEIF

CR2 (RAW), JPEG

Wireless connectivity

Wi-Fi and Bluetooth built in/WFT-E9

Wi-Fi via adapter WFT-E8

Wired connectivity

High speed Gigabyte Ethernet and USB C

Gigabyte ethernet and USB 3

Shutter life

500,000

400,000

Movie resolutions

5.5K RAW (60p), 4K DCI (60p), 4K UHD (60p), Full-HD (120p)

4K video (60p), Full HD (120p)

Movie crop factor

Full width DCI, 1.3x crop

1.3x

Movie RAW recording

Yes

No

Storage

2x CFexpress

1x Cfast 1x Compact flash

GPS

Yes, Built in

Yes, Built in

Weight (CIPA standard)

1440 g

1530 g

  1. *Max shooting speed 20 fps in live view mode.

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What’s in the box

The camera that could transform the way you work

  • EOS-1D X Mark III Body

  • Camera strap

  • EG eyecup

  • LC-E19 charger

  • LP-E19 battery

  • Interface cable IFC-100U (USB C)

  • Cable protector

Compatible Accessories

  • Speedlite EL-1

    An advanced Speedlite that delivers superb reliability and advanced high-speed performance in a tough weather-resistant body.

  • Canon LP-E19 Battery Pack

    A spare or replacement genuine Canon battery for your compatible camera

  • Canon Speedlite 600EX II-RT Flash

    A high-performance Speedlite flash for professional photographers

  • Canon LC-E19 Battery Charger

    A spare or replacement battery charger for your compatible camera

  • Canon Speedlite MR-14EX II Macro Ring Lite Flash

    Lighting up the macro world

  • SanDisk Extreme PRO® CFexpress™ Card Type B, 512 GB

    Enjoy high speeds that surpass other SanDisk cards and shoot smooth RAW 4K video with sustainable performance

  • SanDisk Extreme PRO® CFexpress™ Card Type B, 64 GB

    Enjoy high speeds that surpass other SanDisk cards and shoot smooth RAW 4K video with sustainable performance

  • Canon Small Accessory Pouch

    Organise your essential photography accessories with this compact pouch

  • Canon WFT-E9B Wireless File Transmitter

    A high-speed wireless file transmitter for EOS-1D X Mark III and EOS C500 Mark II cameras.

  • Canon DM-E1 Directional Stereo Microphone

    Stereo Directional Microphone with back electret condenser design for high quality, versatile movie sound recording

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