Canon 1D X III vs Nikon D2X
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85 Overall
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40 Overall
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Canon 1D X III vs Nikon D2X Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Expand to 819200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 5472 x 2886 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1440g - 158 x 168 x 83mm
- Announced January 2020
- Superseded the Canon 1D X II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800 (Boost to 3200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1200g - 158 x 150 x 86mm
- Revealed June 2005
- Earlier Model is Nikon D1X
- Newer Model is Nikon D2Xs

Canon 1D X III vs Nikon D2X Overview
Below is a extended assessment of the Canon 1D X III vs Nikon D2X, both Pro DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the 1D X III (20MP) and D2X (12MP) and the 1D X III (Full frame) and D2X (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

The 1D X III was revealed 14 years later than the D2X and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large SLR).
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the 1D X III matches up vs the D2X in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon 1D X III vs Nikon D2X Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D X Mark III & Nikon D2X. The full galleries are available at Canon 1D X III Gallery & Nikon D2X Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D X III over the Nikon D2X
1D X III | D2X | |||
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Revealed | January 2020 | ![]() | June 2005 | More recent by 178 months |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 235k | Clearer screen (+1865k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D2X over the Canon 1D X III
D2X | 1D X III |
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Common features in the Canon 1D X III and Nikon D2X
1D X III | D2X | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon 1D X III vs Nikon D2X Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 1D X III comes with outside dimensions of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 1440 grams (3.17 lbs) whilst the Nikon D2X has specifications of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 1D X III vs Nikon D2X in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1D X III compared to the D2X.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1D X III and D2X is 50 and 51 respectively.

Canon 1D X III vs Nikon D2X Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The visual below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D X III and D2X.
Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1D X III with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon 1D X III will render extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern 1D X III will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Canon 1D X III vs Nikon D2X Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 1D X III vs Nikon D2X Specifications
Canon EOS-1D X Mark III | Nikon D2X | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS-1D X Mark III | Nikon D2X |
Class | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Announced | 2020-01-07 | 2005-06-01 |
Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic X | - |
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 | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4288 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 102400 | 800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 819200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 191 | - |
Cross type focus points | 155 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF | Nikon F |
Number of lenses | 250 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 2.5" |
Resolution of display | 2,100k dot | 235k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 20.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
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 | no built-in flash | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 5472 X 2886 (60p, 30p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 50p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p) | - |
Highest video resolution | 5472x2886 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1440 grams (3.17 lb) | 1200 grams (2.65 lb) |
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 rating | not tested | 59 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 476 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 2850 shots | - |
Battery format | Built-in | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual CFexpress type B | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | Dual | 1 |
Retail pricing | $6,499 | $5,000 |