| General | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Model | D1 | D2Xs |
| Predecessor Model | Nikon D2X | |
| Successor Model | Nikon D1X | Nikon D3X |
| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens | Interchangeable Lens |
| Body Type | DSLR | DSLR |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor Format | DX | DX |
| Sensor Size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor Dimensions | 23.7 x 15.6 mm | 23.7 x 15.7 mm |
| Total Pixels | 2.7 Megapixel | 12.84 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 2.66 Megapixel | 12.4 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 200 - 1,600 | 100 - 800 |
| Boosted ISO Range | 100 - 3,200 |
| Photo | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs |
|---|---|---|
| Max Image Resolution | 2000 x 1312 | 4288 x 2848 |
| Other Resolutions | 3216 x 2136, 2144 x 1424 | |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Image File Format | JPEG, TIFF, RAW | |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, Normal, Basic | Fine, Normal, Basic |
| Bit Depth | 12-Bit | |
| Timelapse Recording | ||
| White Balance | Auto, Manual (6 steps with fine tuning), Preset (5 settings), Color temperature setting in Kelvin (select from 31 steps), White balance bracketing (2 to 9 frames adjustable in 10, 20, 30 MIRED steps) |
| Focus | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Selective single-point Single Continuous | Multi-area Selective single-point Single Continuous |
| Lens Servo | Single Area AF, Dynamic AF with Focus Tracking and Lock-on, Closest Subject Priority Dynamic AF, Group Dynamic AF, Focus Lock, Selectable from 11 focus areas (High Speed Cropped: 9 focus areas) | |
| AF Detection Range | -1 to +19 EV | |
| Touch-to-Focus | ||
| Live View Autofocus | ||
| Animal Eye Detection | ||
| Vehicle Tracking Mode | ||
| Insect Tracking Mode | ||
| Contrast Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Phase Detection for Autofocus | ||
| Focusing Screen | B-type BriteView Clear Matte Screen III; Interchangeable with Optional E-type Screen with Grid Lines |
| Optics | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs |
|---|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Crop Factor | 1.5x | 1.5x |
| Image Stabilization | ||
| Digital Image Stabilization | ||
| Reflex Mirror | Instant-return type |
| Screen | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 2.0" | 2.5" |
| Screen Resolution | 130k dot | 235k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View | ||
| Live Composition |
| Viewfinder | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 96% | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.80x | 0.86x |
| Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 0.53x | 0.57x |
| Diopter Adjustment | -3 to +1 | |
| Depth-of-field preview | Stop-down lens aperture by pressing Depth-of-field Preview Button |
| Shutter | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs |
|---|---|---|
| Shutter Type | Combined electronic (CCD) and mechanicall | Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal plane |
| Min Shutter Speed | 30 sec | 30 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/16000 sec | 1/8000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 4.5 fps | 8.0 fps |
| Mirror Lock Up |
| Flash | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Front curtain Rear curtain Red-Eye Slow Red-Eye Slow | Front curtain Rear curtain Red-Eye Slow Red-Eye Slow |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/500 sec | 1/250 sec |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash Connection | Standard ISO hot-shoe contact with safely lock ISO 519 standard Terminal with lock screw provided |
| Exposure | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Modes | [P] Programmed Auto with flexible program, [S] Shutter-priority Auto, Aperture-priority Auto, [M] Manual, Auto Exposure Lock | |
| Exposure Compensation | ±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments) | ±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments) |
| Exposure Bracketing | 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, or 1 EV steps, 2 to 9 frames | |
| Exposure Lock | Luminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button |
| DXO | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs |
|---|---|---|
| DxO Low Light ISO | 489 | |
| DxO Color Depth | 22.2 | |
| DxO Dynamic Range | 10.9 | |
| DxO Overall Score | 59 |
| Video | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs |
|---|---|---|
| Internal Recording Modes | No | |
| Interval Recording | Possible with Timer Remote | |
| Unlimited Video Recording |
| Terminals | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | |
| HDMI Output | ||
| Built-in Microphone | ||
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output | ||
| Flash Sync Port |
| Connectivity | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| Remote Control |
| Environmental | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 157 x 153 x 85 mm (6.18 x 6.02 x 3.35") | 158 x 150 x 86 mm (6.22 x 5.91 x 3.39") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 1200 g (2.65 lb / 42.33 oz) | 1200 g (2.65 lb / 42.33 oz) |
| Power and Storage | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs |
|---|---|---|
| Internal Storage | ||
| External Storage | Single Slot: CompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA) | Single Slot: CompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA), MicroDrive |
| Other | Nikon D1 | Nikon D2Xs |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | 2 to 20 sec | 2 to 20 sec |
| Orientation Sensor | ||
| Material of Construction | Magnesium Alloy | Magnesium Alloy |
| Optional Accessories | WT-2/2A Wireless Transmitter, WA-E1 Extended Range Antenna, EH-6 AC Adapter, Type-E Focusing Screen, DG-2 Magnifier, DK-17A Anti-fog Finder Eyepiece, DK-19 Rubber Eyepiece Cup, DK-17C Eyepiece Correction Lens series, DK-17M Magnifying Eyepiece, DR-5 Right-Angle Magnifying Viewing Attachment, SB-800/SB-600/R200 Speedlights, Capture NX software, Camera Control Pro Software, Image Authentication Software |
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