Nikon D1 vs Nikon D2Xs
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Nikon D1 vs Nikon D2Xs Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 1600
- 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1200g - 157 x 153 x 85mm
- Revealed November 2000
- Successor is Nikon D1X
(Full Review)
Nikon D1 vs Nikon D2Xs Overview
Here is a thorough review of the Nikon D1 and Nikon D2Xs, both Pro DSLR cameras and they are both offered by Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the D1 (3MP) and D2Xs (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (APS-C).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe D1 was launched 6 years earlier than the D2Xs and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the D1 matches up vs the D2Xs when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon D1 vs Nikon D2Xs Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D1 & Nikon D2Xs. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D1 Gallery & Nikon D2Xs Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D1 over the Nikon D2Xs
D1 | D2Xs |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D2Xs over the Nikon D1
D2Xs | D1 | |||
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Released | June 2006 | November 2000 | Fresher by 67 months | |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 2" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 235k | 130k | Sharper display (+105k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D1 and Nikon D2Xs
D1 | D2Xs | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon D1 vs Nikon D2Xs Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon D1 provides outer dimensions of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) while the Nikon D2Xs has proportions of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).
Check out the Nikon D1 and Nikon D2Xs in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the D1 versus the D2Xs.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D1 and D2Xs is 51 and 51 respectively.
Nikon D1 vs Nikon D2Xs Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the D1 and D2Xs.
Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon D2Xs to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older D1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon D1 vs Nikon D2Xs Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Nikon D1 vs Nikon D2Xs Specifications
Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs |
Type | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Revealed | 2000-11-27 | 2006-06-01 |
Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.5mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 367.4mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 3 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 2000 x 1312 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 309 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 130 thousand dot | 235 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 96% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/500 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1200g (2.65 lbs) | 1200g (2.65 lbs) |
Dimensions | 157 x 153 x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") | 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 59 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 489 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $5,130 | $3,999 |