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Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1H

Portability
50
Imaging
64
Features
73
Overall
67
Canon EOS-1D X front
 
Nikon D1H front
Portability
51
Imaging
39
Features
36
Overall
37

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1H Key Specs

Canon 1D X
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • 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
  • Previous Model is Canon 1Ds MIII
  • Updated by Canon 1D X II
Nikon D1H
(Full Review)
  • 3MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 1600
  • 1/16000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1200g - 157 x 153 x 85mm
  • Launched September 2001
  • Renewed by Nikon D2H
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Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1H Overview

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon 1D X versus Nikon D1H, both Pro DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the 1D X (18MP) and D1H (3MP) and the 1D X (Full frame) and D1H (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.

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The 1D X was launched 10 years after the D1H which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the 1D X scores vs the D1H with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon 1D X over the Nikon D1H

 1D X D1H 
LaunchedOctober 2011September 2001Newer by 123 months
Display size3.2"2"Larger display (+1.2")
Display resolution1040k130kSharper display (+910k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon D1H over the Canon 1D X

 D1H 1D X 

Common features in the Canon 1D X and Nikon D1H

 1D X D1H 
Manually focus Very accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1H Physical Comparison

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D X has exterior measurements of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") with a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) whilst the Nikon D1H has measurements of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the 1D X vs the D1H.

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1H size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 1D X and D1H is 50 and 51 respectively.

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1H top view buttons comparison

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1H Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D X and D1H.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1D X due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon 1D X will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher 1D X provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1H sensor size comparison

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1H Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1H Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 1D X Portrait photography factors
Nikon D1H Portrait photography factors
78
you can focus manually
MP count good (18MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
offers face detect focus
supports RAW files
50
you can focus manually
above average flash sync (1/500 seconds)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
does not have liveview
low MP (3 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Canon 1D X Street photography information
Nikon D1H Street photography information
58
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW files
weather proof
above average ISO range (51,200)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
48
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no moving screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon 1D X Sports photography features
Nikon D1H Sports photography features
69
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
MP count good (18 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
offers tracking focus
weather proof
sensor has phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
low battery pack (1,120 CIPA)
40
great max shutter speed (1/16,000s)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
comes with phase detect AF
does not have liveview
max fps very slow (5.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
low MP (3MP)
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Travel Comparison

Canon 1D X Travel photography features
Nikon D1H Travel photography features
48
weather proof
MP count good (18 megapixels)
does not have Time Lapse function
low battery pack (1,120 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
28
doesn't have Timelapse function
low MP (3 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon 1D X
Landscape photography with Nikon D1H
68
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Canon EF mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2 inch)
MP count good (18 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
above average ISO range (51,200)
supports RAW files
weather proof
two card slots
no image stabilization
low battery pack (1,120 per charge)
does not have Time Lapse function
42
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Nikon F mount)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
screen is small (2 inch)
does not have liveview
no image stabilization
low MP (3MP)
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 1D X Vlogging highlights
Nikon D1H Vlogging highlights
28
offers face detect focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes mic socket
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
9
lack of video recording
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Canon 1D X vs Nikon D1H Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 1D X and Nikon D1H
 Canon EOS-1D XNikon D1H
General Information
Make Canon Nikon
Model Canon EOS-1D X Nikon D1H
Type Pro DSLR Pro DSLR
Released 2011-10-18 2001-09-19
Body design Large SLR Large SLR
Sensor Information
Powered by Dual Digic 5+ -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size Full frame APS-C
Sensor measurements 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
Max resolution 5184 x 3456 2000 x 1312
Max native ISO 51200 1600
Max enhanced ISO 204800 -
Minimum native ISO 100 200
RAW data
Minimum enhanced ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 61 -
Cross focus points 41 -
Lens
Lens mount Canon EF Nikon F
Number of lenses 250 309
Crop factor 1 1.5
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3.2 inch 2 inch
Display resolution 1,040k dot 130k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech Clear View II TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 96 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.76x -
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/8000s 1/16000s
Continuous shutter speed 14.0 frames per second 5.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/250s 1/500s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps, 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) -
Max video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 1340g (2.95 lb) 1200g (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 Overall 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 pictures -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model LP-E4N -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) Yes (2 to 20 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible Compact Flash (Type I or II)
Storage slots Dual Single
Pricing at release $5,299 $5,130