Nikon D1X vs Nikon D2Xs
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Nikon D1X vs Nikon D2Xs Key Specs
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On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon D1X and Nikon D2Xs, both Pro DSLR cameras and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the D1X (5MP) and D2Xs (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe D1X was launched 5 years before the D2Xs which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the D1X matches up versus the D2Xs for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D1X and Nikon D2Xs. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D1X Gallery and Nikon D2Xs Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D1X over the Nikon D2Xs
| D1X | D2Xs |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon D2Xs over the Nikon D1X
| D2Xs | D1X | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | June 2006 |  | June 2001 | Newer by 59 months |
| Display dimensions | 2.5" |  | 2" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 235k |  | 130k | Crisper display (+105k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D1X and Nikon D2Xs
| D1X | D2Xs | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon D1X vs Nikon D2Xs Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon D1X comes with outer measurements of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) while the Nikon D2Xs has measurements 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 the Nikon D1X and Nikon D2Xs in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the D1X against the D2Xs.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the D1X and D2Xs is 51 and 51 respectively.
Nikon D1X vs Nikon D2Xs Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The image here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the D1X and D2Xs.
All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon D2Xs to render extra detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged D1X will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon D1X vs Nikon D2Xs Specifications
| Nikon D1X | Nikon D2Xs | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
| Model type | Nikon D1X | Nikon D2Xs |
| Type | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
| Released | 2001-06-29 | 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 | 5MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 3008 x 1960 | 4288 x 2848 |
| Maximum native ISO | 800 | 800 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Total lenses | 309 | 309 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2 inches | 2.5 inches |
| Screen resolution | 130k dot | 235k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 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 | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/500s | 1/250s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Maximum video resolution | None | None |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 1200g (2.65 lbs) | 1200g (2.65 lbs) |
| Physical 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 rating | not tested | 59 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.2 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.9 |
| DXO Low light rating | 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 | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $5,130 | $3,999 |