Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D3000
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Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D3000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 409600)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1530g - 158 x 168 x 83mm
- Introduced February 2016
- Older Model is Canon 1D X
- Replacement is Canon 1D X III
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 536g - 126 x 97 x 64mm
- Introduced December 2009
- Old Model is Nikon D40
- Replacement is Nikon D3100
Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D3000 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Canon 1D X II and Nikon D3000, one is a Pro DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the 1D X II (20MP) and D3000 (10MP) and the 1D X II (Full frame) and D3000 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe 1D X II was brought out 6 years after the D3000 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon 1D X II being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon D3000 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the 1D X II scores vs the D3000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D3000 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D X Mark II and Nikon D3000. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 1D X II Gallery and Nikon D3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D X II over the Nikon D3000
1D X II | D3000 | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | December 2009 | More modern by 75 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 1620k | 230k | Clearer display (+1390k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D3000 over the Canon 1D X II
D3000 | 1D X II |
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Common features in the Canon 1D X II and Nikon D3000
1D X II | D3000 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D3000 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon 1D X II provides external dimensions of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 1530 grams (3.37 lbs) while the Nikon D3000 has proportions of 126mm x 97mm x 64mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") and a weight of 536 grams (1.18 lbs).
Examine the Canon 1D X II and Nikon D3000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the 1D X II compared to the D3000.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1D X II and D3000 is 50 and 69 respectively.
Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D3000 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The image here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D X II and D3000.
To sum up, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1D X II due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Canon 1D X II will resolve greater detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The newer 1D X II is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.
Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D3000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon 1D X II vs Nikon D3000 Specifications
Canon EOS-1D X Mark II | Nikon D3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS-1D X Mark II | Nikon D3000 |
Class | Pro DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2016-02-02 | 2009-12-11 |
Body design | Large SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Dual DIGIC 6+ | Expeed |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 409600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
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 | 61 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 250 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,620k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 16.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/200s |
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) | - |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1530 grams (3.37 lbs) | 536 grams (1.18 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 158 x 168 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") | 126 x 97 x 64mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 88 | 62 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.1 | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.5 | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 3207 | 563 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1210 images | 500 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E19 | EN-EL9a |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 2 | Single |
Launch cost | $5,999 | $0 |