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Nikon D3X vs Nikon D4s

Portability
51
Imaging
67
Features
65
Overall
66
Nikon D3X front
 
Nikon D4s front
Portability
50
Imaging
63
Features
84
Overall
71

Nikon D3X vs Nikon D4s Key Specs

Nikon D3X
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1260g - 160 x 157 x 88mm
  • Launched February 2009
  • Previous Model is Nikon D2Xs
Nikon D4s
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 409600)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1350g - 160 x 157 x 91mm
  • Launched February 2014
  • Succeeded the Nikon D4
  • Newer Model is Nikon D5
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Nikon D3X vs Nikon D4s Overview

In this article, we will be comparing the Nikon D3X versus Nikon D4s, both Pro DSLR cameras and both are built by Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the D3X (25MP) and D4s (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The D3X was introduced 6 years before the D4s and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the D3X grades versus the D4s in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon D3X over the Nikon D4s

 D3X D4s 

Reasons to pick Nikon D4s over the Nikon D3X

 D4s D3X 
LaunchedFebruary 2014February 2009More recent by 61 months
Screen sizing3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution921k920kSharper screen (+1k dot)

Common features in the Nikon D3X and Nikon D4s

 D3X D4s 
Focus manually Very exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Nikon D3X vs Nikon D4s Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon D3X comes with exterior dimensions of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") with a weight of 1260 grams (2.78 lbs) and the Nikon D4s has measurements of 160mm x 157mm x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 1350 grams (2.98 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon D3X versus Nikon D4s in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the D3X and the D4s.

Nikon D3X vs Nikon D4s size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the D3X and D4s is 51 and 50 respectively.

Nikon D3X vs Nikon D4s top view buttons comparison

Nikon D3X vs Nikon D4s Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through specifications. The visual underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D3X and D4s.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon D3X to render greater detail using its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older D3X will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon D3X vs Nikon D4s sensor size comparison

Nikon D3X vs Nikon D4s Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon D3X vs Nikon D4s Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon D3X
Portrait photography with Nikon D4s
80
you can focus manually
megapixel count amazing (25MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
77
manual focus
decent MP (16 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
comes with face detection focusing
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon D3X as a Street photography camera
Nikon D4s as a Street photography camera
57
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
weather proof
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
58
big sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW files
environment proofing
good ISO range (25,600)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Nikon D3X Sports photography information
Nikon D4s Sports photography information
71
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
megapixel count amazing (25 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
weather proof
good battery pack (4,400 per charge)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
low frames per second (5.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
75
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment proofing
good battery power (3,020 per charge)
sensor has phase detect AF
no image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon D3X
Travel photography with Nikon D4s
63
good battery pack (4,400 CIPA)
weather proof
megapixel count amazing (25MP)
display is not selfie friendly
62
good battery power (3,020 per charge)
environment proofing
decent MP (16MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon D3X Landscape photography info
Nikon D4s Landscape photography info
76
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Nikon F mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
megapixel count amazing (25MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
weather proof
good battery pack (4,400 shots)
two card slots
does not have image stabilization
75
manual focus
swap lenses (Nikon F mount)
decent sized screen (3.2")
decent MP (16 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
good ISO range (25,600)
exports RAW files
environment proofing
good battery power (3,020 CIPA)
has dual storage slots
no image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon D3X Vlogging highlights
Nikon D4s Vlogging highlights
9
no video shooting
28
comes with face detection focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
includes external mic jack
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
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Nikon D3X vs Nikon D4s Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon D3X and Nikon D4s
 Nikon D3XNikon D4s
General Information
Make Nikon Nikon
Model Nikon D3X Nikon D4s
Category Pro DSLR Pro DSLR
Launched 2009-02-19 2014-02-24
Body design Large SLR Large SLR
Sensor Information
Powered by Expeed Expeed 4
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 35.9 x 24mm 36 x 23.9mm
Sensor area 861.6mm² 860.4mm²
Sensor resolution 25 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 5:4 and 3:2
Highest resolution 6048 x 4032 4928 x 3280
Highest native ISO 1600 25600
Highest boosted ISO 6400 409600
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Lowest boosted ISO 50 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 51 51
Cross focus points - 15
Lens
Lens mount Nikon F Nikon F
Number of lenses 309 309
Focal length multiplier 1 1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3.2"
Screen resolution 920 thousand dot 921 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle TFT LCD with brightness and color adjustment
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.7x 0.7x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 5.0 frames/s 11.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain Auto FP high-speed sync, front-curtain, rear-curtain, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/250 seconds 1/250 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions - 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps)
Highest video resolution None 1920x1080
Video format - MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 1260 grams (2.78 lb) 1350 grams (2.98 lb)
Dimensions 160 x 157 x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") 160 x 157 x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around score 88 89
DXO Color Depth score 24.7 24.4
DXO Dynamic range score 13.7 13.3
DXO Low light score 1992 3074
Other
Battery life 4400 pictures 3020 pictures
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL4a EN-EL18a
Self timer Yes (2 to 20 sec, custom) Yes (2-20 seconds, 1-9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 seconds)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage Compact Flash (Type I or II) x 2, UDMA CompactFlash, XQD
Storage slots 2 2
Launch cost $3,000 $6,498