| General | Nikon D1H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | D1H | Alpha DSLR-A230 |
| Predecessor Model | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 | |
| Successor Model | Nikon D2H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 |
| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens | Interchangeable Lens |
| Body Type | DSLR | DSLR |
| Video Capture |
| Sensor | Nikon D1H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor Format | DX | |
| Sensor Size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor Dimensions | 23.7 x 15.6 mm | 23.5 x 15.7 mm |
| Total Pixels | 3 Megapixel | 10.8 Megapixel |
| Effective Pixels | 2.7 Megapixel | 10.2 Megapixel |
| Low Pass Filter | ||
| Native ISO Range | 200 - 1,600 | 100 - 3,200 |
| Photo | Nikon D1H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | BIONZ | |
| Max Image Resolution | 2000 x 1312 | 3872 x 2592 |
| Other Resolutions | 3872 x 2176, 2896 x 1936, 2896 x 1632, 1920 x 1280, 1920 x 1088 | |
| Image Aspect Ratios | 3:2 | 3:2, 16:9 |
| JPEG Quality Levels | Fine, Normal, Basic | Fine, Standard |
| Timelapse Recording |
| Focus | Nikon D1H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
|---|---|---|
| Autofocus Modes | Multi-area Selective single-point Single Continuous | Multi-area Selective single-point Single Continuous |
| Number of Focus Points | 9 | |
| 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 | Spherical Acute Matte |
| Optics | Nikon D1H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
|---|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Nikon F | Sony A |
| Crop Factor | 1.5x | 1.5x |
| Image Stabilization | Sensor Shift | |
| Digital Image Stabilization | ||
| Reflex Mirror | Instant-return type |
| Screen | Nikon D1H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Touch Screen | ||
| Screen Size | 2.0" | 2.7" |
| Screen Resolution | 130k dot | 230k dot |
| Top LCD Screen | ||
| Live View | ||
| Live Composition |
| Viewfinder | Nikon D1H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
|---|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 96% | 95% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.80x | 0.83x |
| Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 0.53x | 0.55x |
| Shutter | Nikon D1H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
|---|---|---|
| Shutter Type | Charge-coupled electronic and mechanical | |
| Min Shutter Speed | 30 sec | 30 sec |
| Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/16000 sec | 1/4000 sec |
| Max Continuous Shooting | 5.0 fps | 2.5 fps |
| Mirror Lock Up |
| Flash | Nikon D1H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | ||
| Flash Modes | Front curtain Rear curtain Red-Eye Slow Red-Eye Slow | Auto On Off Red-Eye Slow Sync Rear Curtain Wireless |
| Flash Range | 10.00 m | |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/500 sec | 1/160 sec |
| External Flash Connectivity | ||
| External Flash System | SB-24: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash SB-27: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain SB-29s: Manual, Rear Curtain SB-50DX: D-TTL, Manual, Rear Curtain SB-80DX: D-TTL, Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red Eye Reduction SB-400: n/a, Not usable. No i-TTL function with these cameras, no custom setting option to control Manual output. SB-600: D-TTL, Manual, Red-Eye Reduction, AF Assist for multi area AF, Auto Zoom, Rear Curtain SB-800: D-TTL, Auto Aperture (AA), Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red-eye Reduction, AF, Zoom SB-900: Non CLS cameras: D-TTL, Non-TTL Auto Flash, Distance Priority Manual Flash, M, RPT, SU-4 type optical trigger SB-R1C1/SB-R200 triggered by SU-800: D-TTL, Auto Aperture (AA), Rear Curtain, Slow Sync, AF, Manual SB-R1, SB-R200 triggered by camera's built in flash: No built in flash |
| Exposure | Nikon D1H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure Metering Modes | Multi Center-weighted Spot | |
| Exposure Compensation | ±5 EV (1/2 EV, 1/3 EV increments) | ±2 EV (1/3 EV increments) |
| Exposure Lock | Luminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button |
| DXO | Nikon D1H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
|---|---|---|
| DxO Low Light ISO | 531 | |
| DxO Color Depth | 22.3 | |
| DxO Dynamic Range | 11.4 | |
| DxO Overall Score | 63 |
| Video | Nikon D1H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited Video Recording |
| Terminals | Nikon D1H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
|---|---|---|
| USB Speed | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | |
| HDMI Output | ||
| Built-in Microphone | ||
| Microphone Input | ||
| Headphone Output | ||
| Flash Sync Port |
| Connectivity | Nikon D1H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in GPS | ||
| Built-In Wi-Fi | ||
| Built-In Bluetooth | ||
| Remote Control |
| Environmental | Nikon D1H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sealing |
| Physical | Nikon D1H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 157 x 153 x 85 mm (6.18 x 6.02 x 3.35") | 128 x 97 x 68 mm (5.04 x 3.82 x 2.68") |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 1200 g (2.65 lb / 42.33 oz) | 490 g (1.08 lb / 17.28 oz) |
| Power and Storage | Nikon D1H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Pack | NP-FH50 | |
| Battery Life | 230 shots | |
| Internal Storage | ||
| External Storage | Single Slot: CompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA), MicroDrive | Single Slot: SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo |
| Other | Nikon D1H | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
|---|---|---|
| Self Timer | 2 to 20 sec | 2 or 10 sec |
| Orientation Sensor | ||
| Material of Construction | Magnesium Alloy |
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