Canon 1D X vs Nikon S6200
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Canon 1D X vs Nikon S6200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1340g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
- Announced October 2011
- Replaced the Canon 1Ds MIII
- Refreshed by Canon 1D X II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
- 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
- Revealed August 2011
Canon 1D X vs Nikon S6200 Overview
Below is a in depth assessment of the Canon 1D X and Nikon S6200, former being a Pro DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the 1D X (18MP) and the S6200 (16MP) is very comparable but the 1D X (Full frame) and S6200 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 1D X was announced 2 months later than the S6200 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1D X being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon S6200 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the 1D X scores vs the S6200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon 1D X vs Nikon S6200 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS-1D X & Nikon Coolpix S6200. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 1D X Gallery & Nikon S6200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D X over the Nikon S6200
1D X | S6200 | |||
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Display size | 3.2" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Canon 1D X
S6200 | 1D X |
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Common features in the Canon 1D X and Nikon S6200
1D X | S6200 | |||
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Revealed | October 2011 | August 2011 | Same age | |
Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Canon 1D X vs Nikon S6200 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon 1D X offers outside dimensions of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) while the Nikon S6200 has specifications of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Canon 1D X and Nikon S6200 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the 1D X against the S6200.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D X and S6200 is 50 and 94 respectively.
Canon 1D X vs Nikon S6200 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through specs. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D X and S6200.
All in all, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1D X having a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Canon 1D X will provide greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.
Canon 1D X vs Nikon S6200 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon 1D X vs Nikon S6200 Specifications
Canon EOS-1D X | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS-1D X | Nikon Coolpix S6200 |
Class | Pro DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-10-18 | 2011-08-24 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Dual Digic 5+ | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 61 | - |
Cross focus points | 41 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.2-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Available lenses | 250 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | Clear View II TFT LCD | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps, 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1340 grams (2.95 pounds) | 160 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 158 x 164 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 82 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2786 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1120 photos | 250 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E4N | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Two | One |
Pricing at launch | $5,299 | $229 |