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Nikon D1X vs Nikon D6

Portability
51
Imaging
41
Features
34
Overall
38
Nikon D1X front
 
Nikon D6 front
Portability
50
Imaging
74
Features
85
Overall
78

Nikon D1X vs Nikon D6 Key Specs

Nikon D1X
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 800
  • 1/16000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1200g - 157 x 153 x 85mm
  • Launched June 2001
  • Replaced the Nikon D1
  • Successor is Nikon D2X
Nikon D6
(Full Review)
  • 21MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 102400 (Bump to 3280000)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1270g - 160 x 163 x 92mm
  • Introduced February 2020
  • Replaced the Nikon D5
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Nikon D1X vs Nikon D6 Overview

The following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon D1X vs Nikon D6, both Pro DSLR cameras and they are both offered by Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the D1X (5MP) and D6 (21MP) and the D1X (APS-C) and D6 (Full frame) use totally different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The D1X was revealed 19 years prior to the D6 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the D1X matches up against the D6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon D1X over the Nikon D6

 D1X D6 

Reasons to pick Nikon D6 over the Nikon D1X

 D6 D1X 
IntroducedFebruary 2020June 2001Newer by 226 months
Display dimension3.2"2"Larger display (+1.2")
Display resolution2359k130kSharper display (+2229k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Nikon D1X and Nikon D6

 D1X D6 
Manually focus More accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Nikon D1X vs Nikon D6 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon D1X comes with exterior measurements of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) and the Nikon D6 has specifications of 160mm x 163mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") with a weight of 1270 grams (2.80 lbs).

Check the Nikon D1X vs Nikon D6 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the D1X and the D6.

Nikon D1X vs Nikon D6 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D1X and D6 is 51 and 50 respectively.

Nikon D1X vs Nikon D6 top view buttons comparison

Nikon D1X vs Nikon D6 Sensor Comparison

Normally, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The image here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D1X and D6.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D1X having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Nikon D6 will render greater detail because of its extra 16MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged D1X will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon D1X vs Nikon D6 sensor size comparison

Nikon D1X vs Nikon D6 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon D1X vs Nikon D6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon D1X Portrait photography information
Nikon D6 Portrait photography information
51
has manual focus
flash sync speed is above average (1/500 seconds)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
doesn't have liveview
low megapixels (5MP)
84
you can focus manually
MP count good (21MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
includes face detect focus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon D1X
Street photography with Nikon D6
44
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
low maximum ISO (800)
62
sensor size is big (Full frame)
supports RAW files
features touch to focus
environment proofing
above average high ISO (102,400)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Nikon D1X Sports photography features
Nikon D6 Sports photography features
41
max shutter speed is good (1/16,000 seconds)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
comes with phase detect AF
doesn't have liveview
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (5MP)
80
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
MP count good (21MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
environment proofing
better than average battery pack (3,580 shots)
supports phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Nikon D1X Travel photography features
Nikon D6 Travel photography features
28
doesn't have Timelapse mode
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
68
better than average battery pack (3,580 shots)
environment proofing
has bluetooth
features touch to focus
MP count good (21MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon D1X Landscape photography highlights
Nikon D6 Landscape photography highlights
41
has manual focus
swap lenses (Nikon F mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
screen is small (2 inches)
doesn't have liveview
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
low maximum ISO (800)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
80
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Nikon F mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2 inches)
MP count good (21 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
above average high ISO (102,400)
supports RAW files
environment proofing
better than average battery pack (3,580 per charge)
two card slots
does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon D1X as a Vlogging camera
Nikon D6 as a Vlogging camera
9
can't shoot video
30
screen is touchscreen
includes face detect focus
high res video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
comes with mic socket
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
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Nikon D1X vs Nikon D6 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon D1X and Nikon D6
 Nikon D1XNikon D6
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Nikon
Model Nikon D1X Nikon D6
Type Pro DSLR Pro DSLR
Launched 2001-06-29 2020-02-11
Physical type Large SLR Large SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Expeed 6
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 23.7 x 15.5mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor surface area 367.4mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 5 megapixel 21 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 3008 x 1960 5568 x 3712
Max native ISO 800 102400
Max enhanced ISO - 3280000
Lowest native ISO 125 100
RAW format
Lowest enhanced ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 105
Cross focus points - 105
Lens
Lens mounting type Nikon F Nikon F
Total lenses 309 309
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2 inch 3.2 inch
Resolution of display 130k dots 2,359k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 96 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.72x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 900 secs
Max shutter speed 1/16000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 3.0 frames/s 14.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow Normal, redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, rear-curtain sync, off
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/500 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution None 3840x2160
Video file format - MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None Built-in
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 1200 gr (2.65 pounds) 1270 gr (2.80 pounds)
Dimensions 157 x 153 x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") 160 x 163 x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 3580 photographs
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 to 20 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type Compact Flash (Type I or II) Dual XQD/CFexpress slots
Card slots 1 Two
Cost at release $5,130 $6,496