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Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D1X

Portability
50
Imaging
59
Features
45
Overall
53
Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II front
 
Nikon D1X front
Portability
51
Imaging
41
Features
34
Overall
38

Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D1X Key Specs

Canon 1Ds MII
(Full Review)
  • 17MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Canon EF Mount
  • 1565g - 156 x 158 x 80mm
  • Revealed October 2005
  • Previous Model is Canon 1Ds
  • New Model is Canon 1Ds MIII
Nikon D1X
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 800
  • 1/16000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1200g - 157 x 153 x 85mm
  • Launched June 2001
  • Previous Model is Nikon D1
  • Successor is Nikon D2X
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Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D1X Overview

On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D1X, both Pro DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the 1Ds MII (17MP) and D1X (5MP) and the 1Ds MII (Full frame) and D1X (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The 1Ds MII was announced 4 years after the D1X which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the 1Ds MII grades vs the D1X when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon 1Ds MII over the Nikon D1X

 1Ds MII D1X 
LaunchedOctober 2005June 2001Newer by 53 months
Screen resolution230k130kSharper screen (+100k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon D1X over the Canon 1Ds MII

 D1X 1Ds MII 

Common features in the Canon 1Ds MII and Nikon D1X

 1Ds MII D1X 
Manual focus More exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2"2"Equal screen measurement
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D1X Physical Comparison

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 1Ds MII comes with exterior dimensions of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs) while the Nikon D1X has proportions of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D1X in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the 1Ds MII and the D1X.

Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D1X size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 1Ds MII and D1X is 50 and 51 respectively.

Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D1X top view buttons comparison

Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D1X Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1Ds MII and D1X.

Clearly, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1Ds MII having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon 1Ds MII will provide you with more detail with its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer 1Ds MII should have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D1X sensor size comparison

Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D1X Screen and ViewFinder

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

Portrait Comparison

Canon 1Ds MII Portrait photography factors
Nikon D1X Portrait photography factors
67
you can focus manually
MP count good (17 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
does not have liveview
51
has manual focus
flash sync speed is above average (1/500s)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no liveview feature
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Canon 1Ds MII Street photography advice
Nikon D1X Street photography advice
51
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
weather proofing
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than competition in class (1,565 grams)
44
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
max ISO too low (800)
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Sports Comparison

Canon 1Ds MII Sports photography info
Nikon D1X Sports photography info
60
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
MP count good (17MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
weather proofing
sensor has phase detect AF
does not have liveview
slow continuous shooting (4.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
41
great max shutter speed (1/16,000s)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
no liveview feature
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Canon 1Ds MII Travel photography details
Nikon D1X Travel photography details
51
weather proofing
MP count good (17MP)
more heavy than competition in class (1,565g)
display is not selfie friendly
28
does not have Time Lapse mode
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon 1Ds MII Landscape photography info
Nikon D1X Landscape photography info
63
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Canon EF mount)
MP count good (17 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
weather proofing
two card slots
screen is somewhat small (2")
does not have liveview
lack of image stabilization
41
has manual focus
change lenses (Nikon F mount)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
screen is somewhat small (2")
no liveview feature
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
max ISO too low (800)
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 1Ds MII Vlogging information
Nikon D1X Vlogging information
9
can't shoot video
9
can't record video
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Canon 1Ds MII vs Nikon D1X Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 1Ds MII and Nikon D1X
 Canon EOS-1Ds Mark IINikon D1X
General Information
Brand Canon Nikon
Model Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II Nikon D1X
Type Pro DSLR Pro DSLR
Revealed 2005-10-11 2001-06-29
Body design Large SLR Large SLR
Sensor Information
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 17 megapixels 5 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4992 x 3328 3008 x 1960
Maximum native ISO 3200 800
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 45 -
Lens
Lens mount Canon EF Nikon F
Number of lenses 250 309
Focal length multiplier 1 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2 inches 2 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 130k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 96 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.7x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/16000s
Continuous shutter speed 4.0 frames per sec 3.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes External Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/250s 1/500s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Maximum video resolution None None
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 1565 grams (3.45 pounds) 1200 grams (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 score 74 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 23.3 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 11.3 not tested
DXO Low light score 1480 not tested
Other
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 to 20 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage Compact Flash (Type I or II), SD card Compact Flash (Type I or II)
Storage slots Two Single
Launch price $12,000 $5,130