Nikon D2X vs Olympus E-1
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![Nikon D2X front Nikon D2X front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Nikon-D2X-ek-fs.jpg)
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Nikon D2X vs Olympus E-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800 (Boost to 3200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1200g - 158 x 150 x 86mm
- Introduced June 2005
- Earlier Model is Nikon D1X
- Renewed by Nikon D2Xs
(Full Review)
- 5MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 735g - 141 x 104 x 81mm
- Released November 2003
- Updated by Olympus E-3
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Nikon D2X vs Olympus E-1 Overview
Following is a complete review of the Nikon D2X vs Olympus E-1, both Pro DSLR cameras by companies Nikon and Olympus. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the D2X (12MP) and E-1 (5MP) and the D2X (APS-C) and E-1 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor measurements.
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The D2X was revealed 19 months after the E-1 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large SLR).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the D2X matches up versus the E-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon D2X vs Olympus E-1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D2X and Olympus E-1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D2X Gallery and Olympus E-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D2X over the Olympus E-1
D2X | E-1 | |||
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Released | June 2005 | ![]() | November 2003 | More modern by 19 months |
Display size | 2.5" | ![]() | 1.8" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 235k | ![]() | 134k | Sharper display (+101k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-1 over the Nikon D2X
E-1 | D2X |
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Common features in the Nikon D2X and Olympus E-1
D2X | E-1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Nikon D2X vs Olympus E-1 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon D2X provides physical dimensions of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) and the Olympus E-1 has measurements of 141mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 735 grams (1.62 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon D2X vs Olympus E-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the D2X versus the E-1.
![Nikon D2X vs Olympus E-1 size comparison Nikon D2X vs Olympus E-1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D2X-vs-Olympus-E-1-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the D2X and E-1 is 51 and 59 respectively.
![Nikon D2X vs Olympus E-1 top view buttons comparison Nikon D2X vs Olympus E-1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D2X-vs-Olympus-E-1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon D2X vs Olympus E-1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D2X and E-1.
As you can see, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The D2X using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Nikon D2X will provide more detail because of its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern D2X should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
![Nikon D2X vs Olympus E-1 sensor size comparison Nikon D2X vs Olympus E-1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-D2X-vs-Olympus-E-1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon D2X vs Olympus E-1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon D2X vs Olympus E-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon D2X vs Olympus E-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D2X-vs-Olympus-E-1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon D2X vs Olympus E-1 Specifications
Nikon D2X | Olympus E-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon D2X | Olympus E-1 |
Type | Pro DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Introduced | 2005-06-01 | 2003-11-29 |
Body design | Large SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 2560 x 1920 |
Maximum native ISO | 800 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
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 |
Number of lenses | 309 | 45 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 1.8" |
Screen resolution | 235 thousand dot | 134 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.48x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
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 | Auto, Auto FP, Manual, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250s | 1/180s |
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 | 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) | 735 grams (1.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") | 141 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 59 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 476 | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $5,000 | $1,700 |