Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D2Xs
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Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D2Xs Key Specs
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- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 409600)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1530g - 158 x 168 x 83mm
- Revealed February 2016
- Old Model is Canon 1D X
- New Model is Canon 1D X III
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Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D2Xs Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D2Xs, both Pro DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 1D X II (20MP) and D2Xs (12MP) and the 1D X II (Full frame) and D2Xs (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

The 1D X II was announced 9 years later than the D2Xs and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 1D X II scores against the D2Xs in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D2Xs Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D X Mark II & Nikon D2Xs. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 1D X II Gallery & Nikon D2Xs Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D X II over the Nikon D2Xs
1D X II | D2Xs | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | ![]() | June 2006 | More recent by 118 months |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 235k | Sharper screen (+1385k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D2Xs over the Canon 1D X II
D2Xs | 1D X II |
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Common features in the Canon 1D X II and Nikon D2Xs
1D X II | D2Xs | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D2Xs Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 1D X II has got physical measurements of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 1530 grams (3.37 lbs) and the Nikon D2Xs has dimensions of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).
Contrast the Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D2Xs in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the 1D X II versus the D2Xs.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 1D X II and D2Xs is 50 and 51 respectively.

Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D2Xs Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D X II and D2Xs.
All in all, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1D X II with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon 1D X II will produce more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent 1D X II should have a benefit in sensor technology.

Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D2Xs Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D2Xs Specifications
Canon EOS-1D X Mark II | Nikon D2Xs | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS-1D X Mark II | Nikon D2Xs |
Class | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Revealed | 2016-02-02 | 2006-06-01 |
Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Dual DIGIC 6+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 409600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 61 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 250 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2" | 2.5" |
Resolution of display | 1,620 thousand dot | 235 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 16.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 (60p, 30p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 50p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1530 grams (3.37 pounds) | 1200 grams (2.65 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 158 x 168 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") | 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 88 | 59 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.1 | 22.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.5 | 10.9 |
DXO Low light score | 3207 | 489 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1210 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LP-E19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | - | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Price at release | $5,999 | $3,999 |