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Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2X

Portability
50
Imaging
64
Features
73
Overall
67
Canon EOS-1D X front
 
Nikon D2X front
Portability
51
Imaging
49
Features
40
Overall
45

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2X Key Specs

Canon 1D X
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Canon EF Mount
  • 1340g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
  • Introduced October 2011
  • Earlier Model is Canon 1Ds MIII
  • Successor is Canon 1D X II
Nikon D2X
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 800 (Bump to 3200)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1200g - 158 x 150 x 86mm
  • Announced June 2005
  • Superseded the Nikon D1X
  • Newer Model is Nikon D2Xs
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Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2X Overview

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon 1D X versus Nikon D2X, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the 1D X (18MP) and D2X (12MP) and the 1D X (Full frame) and D2X (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The 1D X was announced 6 years after the D2X which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the 1D X scores vs the D2X with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon 1D X over the Nikon D2X

 1D X D2X 
AnnouncedOctober 2011June 2005Newer by 78 months
Screen dimensions3.2"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.7")
Screen resolution1040k235kSharper screen (+805k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon D2X over the Canon 1D X

 D2X 1D X 

Common features in the Canon 1D X and Nikon D2X

 1D X D2X 
Focus manually Very precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2X Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 1D X provides external dimensions of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") having a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) and the Nikon D2X has sizing of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1D X compared to the D2X.

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2X size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 1D X and D2X is 50 and 51 respectively.

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2X top view buttons comparison

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2X Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading specs. The pic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D X and D2X.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1D X using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon 1D X will offer you greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer 1D X provides an edge in sensor technology.

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2X sensor size comparison

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2X Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2X Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 1D X Portrait photography factors
Nikon D2X Portrait photography factors
78
manual focus
decent megapixels (18 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features face detection focus
delivers RAW files
53
focusing manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
does not have liveview
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Canon 1D X Street photography advice
Nikon D2X Street photography advice
58
sensor size is large (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
weather proof
above average ISO range (51,200)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
50
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
weather sealing
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
low max ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon 1D X
Sports photography with Nikon D2X
69
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
decent megapixels (18MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
weather proof
has phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
terrible battery life (1,120 shots)
53
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
weather sealing
supports phase detect autofocus
does not have liveview
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon 1D X
Travel photography with Nikon D2X
48
weather proof
decent megapixels (18MP)
doesn't have Timelapse function
terrible battery life (1,120 per charge)
screen isn't selfie friendly
43
weather sealing
megapixel count low (12MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Canon 1D X as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon D2X as a Landscape photography camera
68
manual focus
swap lenses (Canon EF mount)
screen size is good (3.2 inches)
decent megapixels (18MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
above average ISO range (51,200)
delivers RAW files
weather proof
two card slots
no image stabilization
terrible battery life (1,120 shots)
doesn't have Timelapse function
49
focusing manually
swap lenses (Nikon F mount)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
weather sealing
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
does not have liveview
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
low max ISO (800)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon 1D X
Vlogging with Nikon D2X
28
features face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has external microphone socket
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
9
no video recording
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Canon 1D X vs Nikon D2X Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 1D X and Nikon D2X
 Canon EOS-1D XNikon D2X
General Information
Brand Name Canon Nikon
Model type Canon EOS-1D X Nikon D2X
Type Pro DSLR Pro DSLR
Introduced 2011-10-18 2005-06-01
Body design Large SLR Large SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Dual Digic 5+ -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame APS-C
Sensor dimensions 36 x 24mm 23.7 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 864.0mm² 372.1mm²
Sensor resolution 18 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Maximum resolution 5184 x 3456 4288 x 2848
Maximum native ISO 51200 800
Maximum boosted ISO 204800 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Min boosted ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 61 -
Cross type focus points 41 -
Lens
Lens mount type Canon EF Nikon F
Available lenses 250 309
Crop factor 1 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3.2 inch 2.5 inch
Screen resolution 1,040k dot 235k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology Clear View II TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.76x 0.57x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting speed 14.0fps 8.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/250s 1/250s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
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 format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Optional None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 1340 gr (2.95 lb) 1200 gr (2.65 lb)
Physical dimensions 158 x 164 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating 82 59
DXO Color Depth rating 23.8 22.1
DXO Dynamic range rating 11.8 10.9
DXO Low light rating 2786 476
Other
Battery life 1120 shots -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery ID LP-E4N -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) Yes (2 to 20 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible Compact Flash (Type I or II)
Storage slots Two Single
Launch price $5,299 $5,000