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Nikon D1X vs Olympus E-1

Portability
51
Imaging
41
Features
34
Overall
38
Nikon D1X front
 
Olympus E-1 front
Portability
59
Imaging
38
Features
36
Overall
37

Nikon D1X vs Olympus E-1 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
  • Launched June 2001
  • Earlier Model is Nikon D1
  • New Model is Nikon D2X
Olympus E-1
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 1.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • No Video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 735g - 141 x 104 x 81mm
  • Launched November 2003
  • Refreshed by Olympus E-3
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Nikon D1X vs Olympus E-1 Overview

The following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon D1X and Olympus E-1, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the D1X (5MP) and the E-1 (5MP) is pretty similar but the D1X (APS-C) and E-1 (Four Thirds) use different sensor size.

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The D1X was manufactured 3 years earlier than the E-1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the D1X grades vs the E-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon D1X over the Olympus E-1

 D1X E-1 
Screen sizing2"1.8"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Olympus E-1 over the Nikon D1X

 E-1 D1X 
LaunchedNovember 2003June 2001Newer by 29 months
Screen resolution134k130kSharper screen (+4k dot)

Common features in the Nikon D1X and Olympus E-1

 D1X E-1 
Focus manually Dial precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Nikon D1X vs Olympus E-1 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon D1X enjoys outside dimensions 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 Olympus E-1 has proportions of 141mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 735 grams (1.62 lbs).

Compare the Nikon D1X and Olympus E-1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the D1X vs the E-1.

Nikon D1X vs Olympus E-1 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the D1X and E-1 is 51 and 59 respectively.

Nikon D1X vs Olympus E-1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon D1X vs Olympus E-1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The pic here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D1X and E-1.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The D1X has the bigger sensor which will make achieving bokeh easier. The more aged D1X is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon D1X vs Olympus E-1 sensor size comparison

Nikon D1X vs Olympus E-1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon D1X vs Olympus E-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon D1X Portrait photography advice
Olympus E-1 Portrait photography advice
51
has manual focus
flash sync speed is above average (1/500s)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
low megapixels (5MP)
46
focusing manually
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW formats
no liveview feature
low megapixels (5MP)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon D1X
Street photography with Olympus E-1
44
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
low maximum ISO (800)
57
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW formats
environment proof
lighter than average in class (735g)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Nikon D1X as a Sports photography camera
Olympus E-1 as a Sports photography camera
41
maximum shutter speed is high (1/16,000s)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports phase detect AF
doesn't have liveview
painfully slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
40
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
environment proof
comes with phase detect auto focus
no liveview feature
slow fps (3.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (5MP)
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Travel Comparison

Nikon D1X Travel photography features
Olympus E-1 Travel photography features
28
no Time Lapse recording
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
47
lighter than average in class (735g)
environment proof
lack of Timelapse mode
low megapixels (5MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon D1X
Landscape photography with Olympus E-1
41
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Nikon F mount)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
tiny screen (2 inch)
doesn't have liveview
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
low maximum ISO (800)
no Time Lapse recording
46
focusing manually
change lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW formats
environment proof
screen is small (1.8 inch)
no liveview feature
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon D1X Vlogging information
Olympus E-1 Vlogging information
9
no video
9
no video
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Nikon D1X vs Olympus E-1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon D1X and Olympus E-1
 Nikon D1XOlympus E-1
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Olympus
Model type Nikon D1X Olympus E-1
Class Pro DSLR Pro DSLR
Launched 2001-06-29 2003-11-29
Physical type Large SLR Large SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size APS-C Four Thirds
Sensor measurements 23.7 x 15.5mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor area 367.4mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 5 megapixels 5 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 4:3
Max resolution 3008 x 1960 2560 x 1920
Max native ISO 800 3200
Lowest native ISO 125 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 3
Lens
Lens mount type Nikon F Micro Four Thirds
Total lenses 309 45
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.1
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2" 1.8"
Screen resolution 130k dots 134k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 96 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.48x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 60 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/16000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 3.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow Auto, Auto FP, Manual, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/500 secs 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Max video resolution None None
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) 735 grams (1.62 lbs)
Dimensions 157 x 153 x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") 141 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Self timer Yes (2 to 20 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type Compact Flash (Type I or II) Compact Flash (Type I or II)
Card slots One One
Launch cost $5,130 $1,700