Nikon D1X vs Nikon D3S

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      Specifications

      General Nikon D1X Nikon D3S
      BrandNikonNikon
      ModelD1XD3S
      Predecessor ModelNikon D1 Nikon D3
      Successor ModelNikon D2X Nikon D4
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeDSLRDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon D1X Nikon D3S
      Sensor TypeCCDCMOS
      Sensor FormatDXFX
      Sensor SizeAPS-CFull Frame
      Sensor Dimensions23.7 x 15.6 mm36.0 x 23.9 mm
      Total Pixels6 Megapixel12.87 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels5.3 Megapixel12.1 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range125 - 800200 - 12,800
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 102,400
      Photo Nikon D1X Nikon D3S
      ProcessorEXPEED
      Max Image Resolution3008 x 19604256 x 2832
      Other Resolutions2000 x 13123552 x 2832, 3552 x 2368, 3184 x 2128, 2784 x 1848, 2656 x 1776, 2128 x 1416, 2080 x 1384, 1776 x 1416, 1776 x 1184, 1392 x 920
      Image Aspect Ratios3:25:4, 3:2
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, Normal, BasicFine, Normal, Basic
      Bit Depth14-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalanceAuto (TTL white balance with main image sensor and 1,005-pixel RGB sensor), 12 Presets with fine tuning, and Manual, P.Color temperature in Kelvin (2500 - 10000 K, 31 steps),P. White balance bracketing (2 to 9 frames in increments of 1, 2 or 3)
      WB Bracketing2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1, 2 or 3 EV
      Focus Nikon D1X Nikon D3S
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous      		Multi-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Live View
      Lens ServoSingle-Servo AF, Manual Focus
      Number of Focus Points51
      Number of Cross-type Focus Points15
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Focusing ScreenB-type BriteView Clear Matte Screen III; Interchangeable with Optional E-type Screen with Grid LinesBriteView Clear Matte VI - Type B
      Optics Nikon D1X Nikon D3S
      Lens MountNikon FNikon F
      Crop Factor1.5x1x
      Image Stabilization
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Reflex MirrorInstant-return typeQuick-return type
      Screen Nikon D1X Nikon D3S
      Screen TypeFixedFixed
      Screen TechnologyLow-temperature polysilicon TFT color LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size2.0"3.0"
      Screen Resolution130k dot921k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon D1X Nikon D3S
      ViewfinderOptical (pentaprism)Optical (pentaprism)
      Viewfinder Coverage96%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.80x0.70x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.53x0.70x
      Shutter Nikon D1X Nikon D3S
      Shutter TypeCharge-coupled electronic and mechanicalElectronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/16000 sec1/8000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting3.0 fps11.0 fps
      Mirror Lock Up
      Flash Nikon D1X Nikon D3S
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesFront curtain
      Rear curtain
      Red-Eye
      Slow
      Red-Eye Slow      		Front curtain
      Rear curtain
      Red-Eye
      Slow Sync
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/500 sec1/250 sec
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemSB-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      		i-TTL Balanced fill-flash, standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR
      External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe, PC Terminal
      ISO 518 standard-type hot shoe contact; Safety lock mechanism provided

      ISO 519 (PC) Terminal, lock screw provided
      Exposure Nikon D1X Nikon D3S
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure Modes3D Color Matrix Metering II (type G and D lenses), Color Matrix Metering II (other CPU lenses), Color Matrix Metering (non-CPU lenses if user provides lens data)

      Center-Weighted: Weight of 75% given to 12-mm circle in center of frame, diameter of circle can be changed to 8, 15 or 20 mm, or weighting can be based on average of entire frame (non-CPU lenses use 12-mm circle or average of entire frame)

      Spot: Meters 4-mm circle (about 1.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point (on center focus point when non-CPU lens is used)
      Metering Range0 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/2 EV, 1/3 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±3 EV (2, 3, 5, 7 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments)
      Exposure LockLuminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L buttonLuminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
      DXO Nikon D1X Nikon D3S
      DxO Low Light ISO3253
      DxO Color Depth23.5
      DxO Dynamic Range12.0
      DxO Overall Score82
      Video Nikon D1X Nikon D3S
      Internal Recording ModesYes, 1280 x 720p @ 24fps
      Interval Recording With Optional Remote Trigger
      Video FormatsMotion JPEG
      Max Video Resolution1280 x 720
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Terminals Nikon D1X Nikon D3S
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output
      Speaker
      Built-in MicrophoneStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon D1X Nikon D3S
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi optional
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control
      Environmental Nikon D1X Nikon D3S
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
      Operating Humidity0 to 85%
      Physical Nikon D1X Nikon D3S
      Dimensions157 x 153 x 85 mm (6.18 x 6.02 x 3.35")160 x 157 x 88 mm (6.3 x 6.18 x 3.46")
      Weight (inc. batteries)1200 g (2.65 lb / 42.33 oz)1240 g (2.73 lb / 43.74 oz)
      Power and Storage Nikon D1X Nikon D3S
      Battery PackEN-EL4a
      Battery Life4200 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: CompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA), MicroDriveDual Slot: CompactFlash (Type I, compliant with UDMA)
      Other Nikon D1X Nikon D3S
      Self Timer 2 to 20 sec 2 to 20 sec
      Orientation Sensor
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium AlloyMagnesium Alloy
      Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator


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