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Nikon D1X vs Nikon D2Xs

Portability
51
Imaging
42
Features
34
Overall
38
Nikon D1X front
 
Nikon D2Xs front
Portability
51
Imaging
50
Features
40
Overall
46

Nikon D1X vs Nikon D2Xs Key Specs

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
  • Released June 2001
  • Older Model is Nikon D1
  • Successor is Nikon D2X
Nikon D2Xs
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 800 (Bump to 3200)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1200g - 158 x 150 x 86mm
  • Revealed June 2006
  • Replaced the Nikon D2X
  • Newer Model is Nikon D3X
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Nikon D1X vs Nikon D2Xs Overview

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).

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The 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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Reasons to pick Nikon D1X over the Nikon D2Xs

 D1X D2Xs 

Reasons to pick Nikon D2Xs over the Nikon D1X

 D2Xs D1X 
RevealedJune 2006June 2001Newer by 59 months
Display dimensions2.5"2"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution235k130kCrisper display (+105k dot)

Common features in the Nikon D1X and Nikon D2Xs

 D1X D2Xs 
Manually focus Very precise focusing
Display typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Nikon D1X vs Nikon D2Xs size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the D1X and D2Xs is 51 and 51 respectively.

Nikon D1X vs Nikon D2Xs top view buttons comparison

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.

Nikon D1X vs Nikon D2Xs sensor size comparison

Nikon D1X vs Nikon D2Xs Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon D1X vs Nikon D2Xs Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon D1X as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon D2Xs as a Portrait photography camera
51
has manual focus
above average flash sync speed (1/500s)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
does not have liveview
low MP (5 megapixels)
54
focusing manually
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
MP count low (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Nikon D1X Street photography information
Nikon D2Xs Street photography information
45
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
low max ISO (800)
50
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
environment proof
fixed screen
no image stabilization
max ISO too low (800)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon D1X Sports photography advice
Nikon D2Xs Sports photography advice
42
max shutter speed is good (1/16,000s)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
comes with phase detect AF
does not have liveview
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
low MP (5 megapixels)
53
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
environment proof
comes with phase detect auto focus
doesn't have liveview
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
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Travel Comparison

Nikon D1X Travel photography advice
Nikon D2Xs Travel photography advice
28
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
low MP (5 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
43
environment proof
MP count low (12MP)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon D1X as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon D2Xs as a Landscape photography camera
41
has manual focus
swap lenses (Nikon F mount)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
small screen (2 inch)
does not have liveview
lack of image stabilization
low MP (5 megapixels)
low max ISO (800)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
50
focusing manually
swap lenses (Nikon F mount)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
environment proof
screen is small (2.5 inches)
doesn't have liveview
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
max ISO too low (800)
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon D1X Vlogging features
Nikon D2Xs Vlogging features
9
no video
9
lack of video recording
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Nikon D1X vs Nikon D2Xs Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon D1X and Nikon D2Xs
 Nikon D1XNikon 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