Nikon D1 vs Pentax K-x

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      Specifications

      General Nikon D1 Pentax K-x
      BrandNikonPentax
      ModelD1K-x
      Predecessor ModelPentax K-m
      Successor ModelNikon D1X
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeDSLRDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon D1 Pentax K-x
      Sensor TypeCCDCMOS
      Sensor FormatDX
      Sensor SizeAPS-CAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions23.7 x 15.6 mm23.4 x 15.6 mm
      Total Pixels2.7 Megapixel12.97 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels2.66 Megapixel12.6 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range200 - 1,600100 - 6,400
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 12,800
      Photo Nikon D1 Pentax K-x
      ProcessorPRIME
      Max Image Resolution2000 x 13124288 x 2848
      Other Resolutions3936 x 2684, 3072 x 2048, 1728 x 1152
      Image Aspect Ratios3:23:2
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, Normal, BasicBest, Better, Good
      Bit Depth12-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalanceAuto preset modes: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent (D, N, W, L), Tungsten, Flash, CTE
      Focus Nikon D1 Pentax K-x
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous      		Multi-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      AF Detection Range-1 to +19 EV
      Number of Focus Points11
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Focusing ScreenNatural-Bright-Matte III
      Optics Nikon D1 Pentax K-x
      Lens MountNikon FPentax KAF2
      Crop Factor1.5x1.5x
      Image StabilizationSensor Shift
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Nikon D1 Pentax K-x
      Screen TypeFixedFixed
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size2.0"2.7"
      Screen Resolution130k dot230k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon D1 Pentax K-x
      ViewfinderOptical (pentaprism)Optical (pentamirror)
      Viewfinder Coverage96%96%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.80x0.85x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.53x0.57x
      Diopter Adjustment-2.5 to +1.5
      Shutter Nikon D1 Pentax K-x
      Shutter TypeCombined electronic (CCD) and mechanicallElectronically controlled Vertical Run Focal Plane
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/16000 sec1/6000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting4.5 fps4.7 fps
      Mirror Lock Up
      Flash Nikon D1 Pentax K-x
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesFront curtain
      Rear curtain
      Red-Eye
      Slow
      Red-Eye Slow      		Auto
      On
      Off
      Red-Eye
      Slow Sync
      Rear curtain
      Wireless
      Flash Range16.00 m
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/500 sec1/180 sec
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemP-TTL, high speed sync, wireless w PENTAX dedicated flash
      External Flash ConnectionHot shoe
      Exposure Nikon D1 Pentax K-x
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesProgram, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, Metered Manual, Bulb (available in Metered Manual)
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)±3 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±1.5 (3 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
      Exposure Lock (available via programmable AF/AE-L button)
      DXO Nikon D1 Pentax K-x
      DxO Low Light ISO811
      DxO Color Depth22.8
      DxO Dynamic Range12.5
      DxO Overall Score72
      Video Nikon D1 Pentax K-x
      Internal Recording ModesYes
      Video FormatsMotion JPEG
      Max Video Resolution1280 x 720
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit25 min
      Terminals Nikon D1 Pentax K-x
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output
      Built-in MicrophoneMono
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon D1 Pentax K-x
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control Optional, wired or wireless
      Environmental Nikon D1 Pentax K-x
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32-104°F
      Physical Nikon D1 Pentax K-x
      Dimensions157 x 153 x 85 mm (6.18 x 6.02 x 3.35")123 x 92 x 68 mm (4.84 x 3.62 x 2.68")
      Weight (inc. batteries)1200 g (2.65 lb / 42.33 oz)580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
      Power and Storage Nikon D1 Pentax K-x
      Battery Pack4 x AA
      Battery Life1900 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: CompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA)Single Slot: SD/SDHC
      Other Nikon D1 Pentax K-x
      Self Timer 2 to 20 sec 2 or 12 sec
      Orientation Sensor
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium AlloyFiber reinforced plastic polymer covers around a rugged stainless steel chassis


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