Nikon D1X vs Olympus SH-1
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Nikon D1X vs Olympus SH-1 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Released March 2014
- Later Model is Olympus SH-2
Nikon D1X vs Olympus SH-1 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Nikon D1X versus Olympus SH-1, one is a Pro DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the D1X (5MP) and SH-1 (16MP) and the D1X (APS-C) and SH-1 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe D1X was introduced 13 years earlier than the SH-1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D1X being a Large SLR camera and the Olympus SH-1 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the D1X scores against the SH-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon D1X vs Olympus SH-1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D1X and Olympus Stylus SH-1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D1X Gallery and Olympus SH-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D1X over the Olympus SH-1
D1X | SH-1 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-1 over the Nikon D1X
SH-1 | D1X | |||
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Released | March 2014 | June 2001 | More modern by 155 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2" | Larger display (+1") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 130k | Clearer display (+330k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon D1X and Olympus SH-1
D1X | SH-1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon D1X vs Olympus SH-1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. 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) and the Olympus SH-1 has specifications of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Check out the Nikon D1X versus Olympus SH-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the D1X versus the SH-1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the D1X and SH-1 is 51 and 88 respectively.
Nikon D1X vs Olympus SH-1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the D1X and SH-1.
As you can see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D1X with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Olympus SH-1 will render extra detail using its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged D1X will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Nikon D1X vs Olympus SH-1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon D1X vs Olympus SH-1 Specifications
Nikon D1X | Olympus Stylus SH-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon D1X | Olympus Stylus SH-1 |
Type | Pro DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2001-06-29 | 2014-03-31 |
Body design | Large SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.5mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 367.4mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 5MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3008 x 1960 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 3cm |
Amount of lenses | 309 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 130 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 96% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/500 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1200 grams (2.65 lb) | 271 grams (0.60 lb) |
Dimensions | 157 x 153 x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
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 | - | 380 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $5,130 | $349 |