Nikon D1 vs Nikon D5

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      Specifications

      General Nikon D1 Nikon D5
      BrandNikonNikon
      ModelD1D5
      Predecessor ModelNikon D4s
      Successor ModelNikon D1X
      MSRP$6499/£5729
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeDSLRDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon D1 Nikon D5
      Sensor TypeCCDCMOS
      Sensor FormatDXFX
      Sensor SizeAPS-CFull Frame
      Sensor Dimensions23.7 x 15.6 mm35.9 x 23.9 mm
      Total Pixels2.7 Megapixel21.33 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels2.66 Megapixel20.8 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range200 - 1,600100 - 102,400
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 3,280,000
      Photo Nikon D1 Nikon D5
      ProcessorEXPEED 5
      Max Image Resolution2000 x 13125588 x 3712
      Image Aspect Ratios3:21:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAW, TIFF
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, Normal, BasicFine, normal, basic
      Bit Depth14-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalancePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade
      WB Bracketing2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1, 2 or 3 EV
      Active D-LightingCan be selected from:
      Auto
      Extra High 2
      Extra High 1
      High
      Normal
      Low
      Off
      Focus Nikon D1 Nikon D5
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous      		Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      AF Detection Range-1 to +19 EV-4 to +20 EV
      Number of Focus Points153
      Number of Cross-type Focus Points99
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Focusing ScreenType B BriteView Clear Matte Mark IX screen with AF area brackets (framing grid can be displayed)
      Optics Nikon D1 Nikon D5
      Lens MountNikon FNikon F
      Crop Factor1.5x1x
      Image Stabilization
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Reflex MirrorQuick-return type
      Screen Nikon D1 Nikon D5
      Screen TypeFixedFixed
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size2.0"3.2"
      Screen Resolution130k dot2,359k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon D1 Nikon D5
      ViewfinderOptical (pentaprism)Optical (pentaprism)
      Viewfinder Coverage96%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.80x0.72x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.53x0.72x
      Viewfinder Eyepoint17 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-3 to +1
      Shutter Nikon D1 Nikon D5
      Shutter TypeCombined electronic (CCD) and mechanicallMechanical Focal Plane, Electronic
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/16000 sec1/8000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting4.5 fps14.0 fps
      Mirror Lock Up
      Flash Nikon D1 Nikon D5
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesFront curtain
      Rear curtain
      Red-Eye
      Slow
      Red-Eye Slow
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/500 sec1/250 sec
      Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2, 1 EV Steps)
      Flash Bracketing2 to 9 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, or 1 EV
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemTTL: i-TTL flash control using RGB sensor with approximately 180K (180,000) pixels; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix, center-weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill-flash for digital SLR with spot metering
      External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe, PC Terminal
      Exposure Nikon D1 Nikon D5
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Highlight-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Metering Range-4 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±5 EV (2, 3, 5, 7 shots at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments)
      Exposure LockLuminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
      DXO Nikon D1 Nikon D5
      DxO Low Light ISO2434
      DxO Color Depth25.1
      DxO Dynamic Range12.3
      DxO Overall Score88
      Video Nikon D1 Nikon D5
      Movie File FormatMOV
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264
      Max Video Resolution3840 x 2160
      External Recording ModesHDMI
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)Full HD (1920 x 1080)HD (1280 x 720)
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min
      Terminals Nikon D1 Nikon D5
      Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
      1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
      USB SpeedUSB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)
      HDMI Output Mini
      SpeakerMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon D1 Nikon D5
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi via optional WT-5A or WT-6A transmitters
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control wired, wireless, smartphone
      Environmental Nikon D1 Nikon D5
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
      Operating Humidity0 to 85%
      Physical Nikon D1 Nikon D5
      Dimensions157 x 153 x 85 mm (6.18 x 6.02 x 3.35")160 x 158.5 x 92 mm (6.3 x 6.26 x 3.62")
      Weight (inc. batteries)1200 g (2.65 lb / 42.33 oz)1415 g (3.12 lb / 49.91 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)11.6 x 9.1 x 6.8"
      Package Weight4.7 lb
      Power and Storage Nikon D1 Nikon D5
      Battery PackEN-EL18a
      Battery Life3780 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: CompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA)Dual Slot: CompactFlash (Type I, compliant with UDMA) or XQD
      Other Nikon D1 Nikon D5
      Self Timer 2 to 20 sec 2, 5, 10 or 20 sec
      Orientation Sensor
      Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
      Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium AlloyMagnesium Alloy
      Illuminated Buttons
      Electronic Level Gauge
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemImage sensor cleaning
      Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX-D software required)


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