Canon 1D MII N vs Nikon D2X
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Canon 1D MII N vs Nikon D2X Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - APS-H Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1565g - 156 x 158 x 80mm
- Announced August 2005
- Replaced the Canon 1D MII
- Later Model is Canon 1D MIII
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800 (Push to 3200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1200g - 158 x 150 x 86mm
- Launched June 2005
- Replaced the Nikon D1X
- Successor is Nikon D2Xs
Canon 1D MII N vs Nikon D2X Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Canon 1D MII N vs Nikon D2X, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1D MII N (8MP) and D2X (12MP) and the 1D MII N (APS-H) and D2X (APS-C) provide different sensor dimensions.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 1D MII N was brought out 3 months after the D2X which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the 1D MII N grades vs the D2X with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon 1D MII N vs Nikon D2X Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS-1D Mark II N and Nikon D2X. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 1D MII N Gallery and Nikon D2X Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D MII N over the Nikon D2X
1D MII N | D2X |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D2X over the Canon 1D MII N
D2X | 1D MII N | |||
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Screen resolution | 235k | 230k | Crisper screen (+5k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 1D MII N and Nikon D2X
1D MII N | D2X | |||
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Launched | August 2005 | June 2005 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.5" | 2.5" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Canon 1D MII N vs Nikon D2X Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D MII N comes with exterior measurements of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs) while the Nikon D2X has dimensions of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).
Look at the Canon 1D MII N vs Nikon D2X in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the 1D MII N versus the D2X.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1D MII N and D2X is 50 and 51 respectively.
Canon 1D MII N vs Nikon D2X Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D MII N and D2X.
To sum up, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1D MII N featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon D2X will offer you extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively.
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Canon 1D MII N vs Nikon D2X Specifications
Canon EOS-1D Mark II N | Nikon D2X | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS-1D Mark II N | Nikon D2X |
Category | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Announced | 2005-08-22 | 2005-06-01 |
Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-H | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 28.7 x 19.1mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 548.2mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 45 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 250 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.3 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 235 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | External | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1565 grams (3.45 lb) | 1200 grams (2.65 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 156 x 158 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") | 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 66 | 59 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.3 | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | 10.9 |
DXO Low light rating | 975 | 476 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), SD card | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | Two | One |
Cost at launch | $5,900 | $5,000 |