Nikon D1X vs Nikon D3X

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      Specifications

      General Nikon D1X Nikon D3X
      BrandNikonNikon
      ModelD1XD3X
      Predecessor ModelNikon D1 Nikon D2Xs
      Successor ModelNikon D2X
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeDSLRDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon D1X Nikon D3X
      Sensor TypeCCDCMOS
      Sensor FormatDXFX
      Sensor SizeAPS-CFull Frame
      Sensor Dimensions23.7 x 15.6 mm35.9 x 24.0 mm
      Total Pixels6 Megapixel25.72 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels5.3 Megapixel24.5 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range125 - 800100 - 1,600
      Boosted ISO Range50 - 6,400
      Photo Nikon D1X Nikon D3X
      ProcessorEXPEED
      Max Image Resolution3008 x 19606048 x 4032
      Other Resolutions2000 x 13125056 x 4032, 4544 x 3024, 3968 x 2640, 3792 x 3024, 3024 x 2016, 2976 x 1976, 2528 x 2016, 1984 x 132
      Image Aspect Ratios3:23:2, 5:4
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, Normal, BasicFine, Normal, Basic
      Bit Depth14-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      WB Bracketing2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1, 2 or 3 EV
      Focus Nikon D1X Nikon D3X
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous      		Multi-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Live View
      Lens ServoManual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      Number of Focus Points51
      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 D3X
      Lens MountNikon FNikon F
      Crop Factor1.5x1x
      Image Stabilization
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Reflex MirrorInstant-return typeQuick-return type
      Screen Nikon D1X Nikon D3X
      Screen TypeFixedFixed
      Screen TechnologySuper Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size2.0"3.0"
      Screen Resolution130k dot920k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon D1X Nikon D3X
      ViewfinderOptical (pentaprism)Optical (pentaprism)
      Viewfinder Coverage96%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.80x0.70x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.53x0.70x
      Viewfinder Eyepoint18 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-3 to +1
      Shutter Nikon D1X Nikon D3X
      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 fps5.0 fps
      Mirror Lock Up
      Flash Nikon D1X Nikon D3X
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesFront curtain
      Rear curtain
      Red-Eye
      Slow
      Red-Eye Slow      		Auto
      On
      Off
      Red-eye
      Slow sync
      Rear curtain
      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
      Exposure Nikon D1X Nikon D3X
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      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 (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 D3X
      DxO Low Light ISO1992
      DxO Color Depth24.7
      DxO Dynamic Range13.7
      DxO Overall Score88
      Video Nikon D1X Nikon D3X
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Terminals Nikon D1X Nikon D3X
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Mini Type C
      Built-in Microphone
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon D1X Nikon D3X
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control
      Environmental Nikon D1X Nikon D3X
      Environmental Sealing
      Physical Nikon D1X Nikon D3X
      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)1260 g (2.78 lb / 44.45 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)11.2 x 8.5 x 6.4"
      Package Weight7.1 lb
      Power and Storage Nikon D1X Nikon D3X
      Battery PackEN-EL4a
      Battery Life4400 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: CompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA), MicroDriveDual Slot: CompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA)
      Other Nikon D1X Nikon D3X
      Self Timer 2 to 20 sec 2 to 20 sec, custom
      Orientation Sensor
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium AlloyMagnesium Alloy
      Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator


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