Nikon D2X vs Nikon D80
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Nikon D2X vs Nikon D80 Key Specs
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800 (Boost to 3200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1200g - 158 x 150 x 86mm
- Revealed June 2005
- Superseded the Nikon D1X
- Newer Model is Nikon D2Xs
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Nikon D2X vs Nikon D80 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Nikon D2X and Nikon D80, one being a Pro DSLR and the other is a Advanced DSLR and both are sold by Nikon. The image resolution of the D2X (12MP) and the D80 (10MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe D2X was launched 15 months before the D80 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon D2X being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon D80 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the D2X grades against the D80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon D2X vs Nikon D80 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D2X and Nikon D80. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D2X Gallery and Nikon D80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D2X over the Nikon D80
D2X | D80 | |||
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Display resolution | 235k | 230k | Clearer display (+5k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D80 over the Nikon D2X
D80 | D2X | |||
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Revealed | September 2006 | June 2005 | Fresher by 15 months |
Common features in the Nikon D2X and Nikon D80
D2X | D80 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.5" | 2.5" | Equal display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Nikon D2X vs Nikon D80 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon D2X comes with outside dimensions of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) whilst the Nikon D80 has measurements of 132mm x 103mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 668 grams (1.47 lbs).
Look at the Nikon D2X and Nikon D80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the D2X compared to the D80.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D2X and D80 is 51 and 62 respectively.
Nikon D2X vs Nikon D80 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D2X and D80.
Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon D2X to offer more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older D2X is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon D2X vs Nikon D80 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon D2X vs Nikon D80 Specifications
Nikon D2X | Nikon D80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon D2X | Nikon D80 |
Category | Pro DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2005-06-01 | 2006-09-23 |
Body design | Large SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 800 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Available lenses | 309 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 235 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 13.00 m |
Flash settings | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1200 grams (2.65 pounds) | 668 grams (1.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") | 132 x 103 x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 59 | 61 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.1 | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.9 | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | 476 | 524 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | EN-EL3e |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $5,000 | $800 |