Canon 1000D vs Nikon D1X
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Canon 1000D vs Nikon D1X Key Specs
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- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 502g - 126 x 98 x 65mm
- Launched July 2008
- Also Known as EOS Rebel XS / Kiss F Digital
- Newer Model is Canon 1100D
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Canon 1000D vs Nikon D1X Overview
The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon 1000D vs Nikon D1X, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Pro DSLR by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the 1000D (10MP) and D1X (5MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

The 1000D was revealed 7 years after the D1X which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon 1000D being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon D1X being a Large SLR camera.
Before going through a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the 1000D scores against the D1X when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 1000D vs Nikon D1X Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 1000D & Nikon D1X. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 1000D Gallery & Nikon D1X Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1000D over the Nikon D1X
1000D | D1X | |||
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Introduced | July 2008 | ![]() | June 2001 | Newer by 86 months |
Display dimension | 2.5" | ![]() | 2" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 130k | Crisper display (+100k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D1X over the Canon 1000D
D1X | 1000D |
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Common features in the Canon 1000D and Nikon D1X
1000D | D1X | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Canon 1000D vs Nikon D1X Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Canon 1000D has external measurements of 126mm x 98mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") having a weight of 502 grams (1.11 lbs) whilst the Nikon D1X has specifications of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).
Look at the Canon 1000D vs Nikon D1X in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the 1000D against the D1X.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 1000D and D1X is 70 and 51 respectively.

Canon 1000D vs Nikon D1X Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1000D and D1X.
As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon 1000D to give extra detail because of its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent 1000D provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon 1000D vs Nikon D1X Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 1000D vs Nikon D1X Specifications
Canon EOS 1000D | Nikon D1X | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS 1000D | Nikon D1X |
Also called as | EOS Rebel XS / Kiss F Digital | - |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Launched | 2008-07-22 | 2001-06-29 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 23.7 x 15.5mm |
Sensor area | 328.6mm² | 367.4mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3888 x 2592 | 3008 x 1960 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 7 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 326 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 2 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 130 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.51x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200s | 1/500s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | None | None |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 502g (1.11 lbs) | 1200g (2.65 lbs) |
Dimensions | 126 x 98 x 65mm (5.0" x 3.9" x 2.6") | 157 x 153 x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 62 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 719 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC card | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $160 | $5,130 |