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Canon 1D vs Nikon D1X

Portability
50
Imaging
43
Features
43
Overall
43
Canon EOS-1D front
 
Nikon D1X front
Portability
51
Imaging
42
Features
34
Overall
38

Canon 1D vs Nikon D1X Key Specs

Canon 1D
(Full Review)
  • 4MP - APS-H Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1/16000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Canon EF Mount
  • 1585g - 156 x 158 x 80mm
  • Announced December 2001
  • New Model is Canon 1D MII
Nikon D1X
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 800
  • 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1200g - 157 x 153 x 85mm
  • Revealed June 2001
  • Succeeded the Nikon D1
  • Newer Model is Nikon D2X
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Canon 1D vs Nikon D1X Overview

Here, we will be comparing the Canon 1D and Nikon D1X, both Pro DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the 1D (4MP) and the D1X (5MP) is relatively close but the 1D (APS-H) and D1X (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1D was unveiled 6 months after the D1X which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the 1D scores vs the D1X with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon 1D over the Nikon D1X

 1D D1X 

Reasons to pick Nikon D1X over the Canon 1D

 D1X 1D 
Screen resolution130k120kSharper screen (+10k dot)

Common features in the Canon 1D and Nikon D1X

 1D D1X 
RevealedDecember 2001June 2001Same age
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2"2"Same screen sizing
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

Canon 1D vs Nikon D1X Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Canon 1D offers physical dimensions of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") with a weight of 1585 grams (3.49 lbs) while the Nikon D1X has specifications of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") along with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 1D and Nikon D1X in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the 1D and the D1X.

Canon 1D vs Nikon D1X size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 1D and D1X is 50 and 51 respectively.

Canon 1D vs Nikon D1X top view buttons comparison

Canon 1D vs Nikon D1X Sensor Comparison

Often, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The pic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D and D1X.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1D using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon D1X will provide you with greater detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively.

Canon 1D vs Nikon D1X sensor size comparison

Canon 1D vs Nikon D1X Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 1D vs Nikon D1X Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 1D Portrait photography details
Nikon D1X Portrait photography details
52
you can focus manually
great flash sync speed (1/500 seconds)
decent sensor size (APS-H)
supports RAW files
doesn't have liveview
MP count low (4MP)
51
focusing manually
above average flash sync speed (1/500s)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
no liveview
MP count low (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Canon 1D Street photography features
Nikon D1X Street photography features
48
decent sensor size (APS-H)
supports RAW files
environment sealing
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
more heavy than average in class (1,585g)
45
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
low maximum ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon 1D
Sports photography with Nikon D1X
50
great max shutter speed (1/16,000 seconds)
decent sensor size (APS-H)
environment sealing
sensor has phase detect autofocus
doesn't have liveview
no image stabilization
MP count low (4 megapixels)
42
max shutter speed is good (1/16,000 seconds)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
sensor has phase detect auto focus
no liveview
max frames per second low (3.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (5MP)
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Travel Comparison

Canon 1D Travel photography advice
Nikon D1X Travel photography advice
38
environment sealing
more heavy than average in class (1,585g)
MP count low (4 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
28
doesn't have Time Lapse function
MP count low (5MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon 1D Landscape photography information
Nikon D1X Landscape photography information
49
you can focus manually
change lenses (Canon EF mount)
decent sensor size (APS-H)
supports RAW files
environment sealing
tiny screen (2 inches)
doesn't have liveview
no image stabilization
MP count low (4MP)
41
focusing manually
swap lenses (Nikon F mount)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
screen is somewhat small (2")
no liveview
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (5 megapixels)
low maximum ISO (800)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 1D Vlogging factors
Nikon D1X Vlogging factors
9
can't record video
9
no video shooting
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Canon 1D vs Nikon D1X Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 1D and Nikon D1X
 Canon EOS-1DNikon D1X
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Nikon
Model type Canon EOS-1D Nikon D1X
Class Pro DSLR Pro DSLR
Announced 2001-12-13 2001-06-29
Physical type Large SLR Large SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size APS-H APS-C
Sensor dimensions 28.7 x 19.1mm 23.7 x 15.5mm
Sensor area 548.2mm² 367.4mm²
Sensor resolution 4 megapixel 5 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 2464 x 1648 3008 x 1960
Maximum native ISO 3200 800
Lowest native ISO 100 125
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 45 -
Lens
Lens mount type Canon EF Nikon F
Number of lenses 250 309
Crop factor 1.3 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2 inches 2 inches
Resolution of screen 120k dots 130k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 96 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.72x -
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/16000s 1/16000s
Continuous shutter rate 8.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes External Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/500s 1/500s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Maximum video resolution None None
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 1585 gr (3.49 pounds) 1200 gr (2.65 pounds)
Physical dimensions 156 x 158 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") 157 x 153 x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 to 20 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type Compact Flash (Type I or II) Compact Flash (Type I or II)
Card slots One One
Price at release $4,899 $5,130