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Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1

Portability
50
Imaging
64
Features
73
Overall
67
Canon EOS-1D X front
 
Nikon D1 front
Portability
51
Imaging
39
Features
36
Overall
37

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1 Key Specs

Canon 1D X
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Canon EF Mount
  • 1340g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
  • Released October 2011
  • Old Model is Canon 1Ds MIII
  • New Model is Canon 1D X II
Nikon D1
(Full Review)
  • 3MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 1600
  • 1/16000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1200g - 157 x 153 x 85mm
  • Revealed November 2000
  • Refreshed by Nikon D1X
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Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1 Overview

Following is a detailed review of the Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the 1D X (18MP) and D1 (3MP) and the 1D X (Full frame) and D1 (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

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The 1D X was manufactured 11 years after the D1 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the 1D X grades vs the D1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon 1D X over the Nikon D1

 1D X D1 
RevealedOctober 2011November 2000More modern by 133 months
Screen size3.2"2"Bigger screen (+1.2")
Screen resolution1040k130kSharper screen (+910k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon D1 over the Canon 1D X

 D1 1D X 

Common features in the Canon 1D X and Nikon D1

 1D X D1 
Manually focus Dial exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D X has outer dimensions of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") and a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) and the Nikon D1 has measurements of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

Check out the Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1D X versus the D1.

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 1D X and D1 is 50 and 51 respectively.

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1 top view buttons comparison

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The picture below should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D X and D1.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1D X due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon 1D X will resolve more detail due to its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 1D X provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1 sensor size comparison

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 1D X as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon D1 as a Portrait photography camera
78
manual focus
MP count decent (18MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
has face detect focusing
exports RAW formats
50
has manual focus
high flash sync (1/500 seconds)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
does not have liveview
low megapixels (3 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon 1D X
Street photography with Nikon D1
58
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
weather sealing
above average high ISO (51,200)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
48
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon 1D X Sports photography advice
Nikon D1 Sports photography advice
69
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
MP count decent (18MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
has tracking focus
weather sealing
has phase detect AF
no image stabilization
bad battery power (1,120 CIPA)
40
high shutter speed (1/16,000s)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
comes with phase detect autofocus
does not have liveview
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (3 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon 1D X
Travel photography with Nikon D1
48
weather sealing
MP count decent (18MP)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
bad battery power (1,120 per charge)
screen is not selfie friendly
28
lack of Time Lapse function
low megapixels (3MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon 1D X Landscape photography information
Nikon D1 Landscape photography information
68
manual focus
swap lenses (Canon EF mount)
decent sized screen (3.2")
MP count decent (18MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
above average high ISO (51,200)
exports RAW formats
weather sealing
two card slots
no image stabilization
bad battery power (1,120 shots)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
42
has manual focus
change lenses (Nikon F mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
screen is somewhat small (2")
does not have liveview
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (3MP)
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 1D X Vlogging highlights
Nikon D1 Vlogging highlights
28
has face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
has mic socket
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
9
lack of video recording
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Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 1D X and Nikon D1
 Canon EOS-1D XNikon D1
General Information
Brand Name Canon Nikon
Model Canon EOS-1D X Nikon D1
Type Pro DSLR Pro DSLR
Released 2011-10-18 2000-11-27
Body design Large SLR Large SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Dual Digic 5+ -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size Full frame APS-C
Sensor dimensions 36 x 24mm 23.7 x 15.5mm
Sensor area 864.0mm² 367.4mm²
Sensor resolution 18MP 3MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Maximum resolution 5184 x 3456 2000 x 1312
Maximum native ISO 51200 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 204800 -
Min native ISO 100 200
RAW photos
Min boosted ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 61 -
Cross focus points 41 -
Lens
Lens mounting type Canon EF Nikon F
Available lenses 250 309
Crop factor 1 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3.2 inch 2 inch
Screen resolution 1,040 thousand dot 130 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology Clear View II TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 100% 96%
Viewfinder magnification 0.76x 0.53x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/16000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 14.0 frames per second 5.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/250 seconds 1/500 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps, 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) -
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Optional None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 1340 grams (2.95 lb) 1200 grams (2.65 lb)
Physical dimensions 158 x 164 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") 157 x 153 x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3")
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 shots -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model LP-E4N -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) Yes (2 to 20 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible Compact Flash (Type I or II)
Storage slots Two One
Launch price $5,299 $5,130