Is the Canon 1DX really worth the money?

9 years 9 months ago #378749 by P51
My 7D is looking for a new big brother, and I have been looking and considering other options.  Most likely the 5D Mark III will be the winner.  But I can't help to look at the specs of the 1Dx and like what I see, but to shell out $7000?  I'm not sure.  I would like to hear from 1DX owners, and to see how happy they are with their camera.  Any regrets?  


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9 years 9 months ago #378872 by Stealthy Ninja
I don't regret it because I make money from it.

If I didn't I'd just get a 5Diii and be happy with a almost as good camera.

The 1Dx is an excellent camera though, very nice. Heavy though.
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9 years 8 months ago #385966 by effron
Just like the D4 and other high end bodies, its a lot of cash to lay out if you're a hobbyist.....:dry:

Why so serious?
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9 years 8 months ago #386033 by Stealthy Ninja

effron wrote: Just like the D4 and other high end bodies, its a lot of cash to lay out if you're a hobbyist.....:dry:


YOLO
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9 years 8 months ago #386102 by Baydream
In a presentation by Ken Conger  www.kencongerphotography.com , he said he never thought he would move from the 5D until he tried the 1DX. Yes, he is a pro but wow, what shots he gets.

Shoot, learn and share. It will make you a better photographer.
fineartamerica.com/profiles/john-g-schickler.html?tab=artwork

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9 years 8 months ago #386115 by fgossieaux
I recently went through the same dilemma and bought the 5D Mark iii and I am very happy with my choice


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9 years 8 months ago #386159 by ubookoo
Baydream, thanks for the Ken Conger link! Beautiful work. Are these images from his 1DX do you know?


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9 years 8 months ago - 9 years 8 months ago #386241 by Stealthy Ninja

ubookoo wrote: Baydream, thanks for the Ken Conger link! Beautiful work. Are these images from his 1DX do you know?


I agree, amazing shots.  I have a friend in Africa right now, he has two 1Dx and a 200-400 with him (and I assume a wider lens) and a Fuji X-T1.  He has no excuses. ;)

As for seeing if the shots are from the 1Dx or other:

Click on an image there so it pops up on it's own.

Click "Show Details" then "Info"

It should look like this:
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9 years 8 months ago #386417 by Baydream

Stealthy Ninja wrote:

ubookoo wrote: Baydream, thanks for the Ken Conger link! Beautiful work. Are these images from his 1DX do you know?


I agree, amazing shots.  I have a friend in Africa right now, he has two 1Dx and a 200-400 with him (and I assume a wider lens) and a Fuji X-T1.  He has no excuses. ;)

As for seeing if the shots are from the 1Dx or other:

Click on an image there so it pops up on it's own.

Click "Show Details" then "Info"

It should look like this:

Some of his shots from the past year are with the 1Dx. He would be more than happy to reveal his equipment and EXIF data. His presentation for our club included data on every photo. Great guy.

Shoot, learn and share. It will make you a better photographer.
fineartamerica.com/profiles/john-g-schickler.html?tab=artwork

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9 years 8 months ago #387388 by Huberphoto
I am a professional photographer and I use the 1DX(s) exclusively. The main reason is the build, image quality might be a little better but the camera is built like a tank. I shoot a lot of sports like rodeo, motocross, football, etc. The 1DX can stand up to the elements better than any other Canon Camera. I have complete submerged my camera with an lens attached ( not on purpose!!), toweled it off and kept shooting.  IF I get any other Canon camera it will be whatever replaces the 1DX.
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