Nikon D2Xs vs Nikon D3X

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      Specifications

      General Nikon D2Xs Nikon D3X
      BrandNikonNikon
      ModelD2XsD3X
      Predecessor ModelNikon D2X Nikon D2Xs
      Successor ModelNikon D3X
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeDSLRDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon D2Xs Nikon D3X
      Sensor TypeCMOSCMOS
      Sensor FormatDXFX
      Sensor SizeAPS-CFull Frame
      Sensor Dimensions23.7 x 15.7 mm35.9 x 24.0 mm
      Total Pixels12.84 Megapixel25.72 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels12.4 Megapixel24.5 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 800100 - 1,600
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 3,20050 - 6,400
      Photo Nikon D2Xs Nikon D3X
      ProcessorEXPEED
      Max Image Resolution4288 x 28486048 x 4032
      Other Resolutions3216 x 2136, 2144 x 14245056 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
      Image File FormatJPEG, TIFF, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, Normal, BasicFine, Normal, Basic
      Bit Depth12-Bit14-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalanceAuto, Manual (6 steps with fine tuning), Preset (5 settings), Color temperature setting in Kelvin (select from 31 steps), White balance bracketing (2 to 9 frames adjustable in 10, 20, 30 MIRED steps)
      WB Bracketing2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1, 2 or 3 EV
      Focus Nikon D2Xs Nikon D3X
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous      		Multi-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Live View
      Lens ServoSingle Area AF, Dynamic AF with Focus Tracking and Lock-on, Closest Subject Priority Dynamic AF, Group Dynamic AF, Focus Lock, Selectable from 11 focus areas (High Speed Cropped: 9 focus areas)Manual 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 D2Xs Nikon D3X
      Lens MountNikon FNikon F
      Crop Factor1.5x1x
      Image Stabilization
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Reflex MirrorInstant-return typeQuick-return type
      Screen Nikon D2Xs Nikon D3X
      Screen TypeFixedFixed
      Screen TechnologySuper Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size2.5"3.0"
      Screen Resolution235k dot920k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon D2Xs Nikon D3X
      ViewfinderOptical (pentaprism)Optical (pentaprism)
      Viewfinder Coverage100%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.86x0.70x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.57x0.70x
      Viewfinder Eyepoint18 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-3 to +1-3 to +1
      Depth-of-field previewStop-down lens aperture by pressing Depth-of-field Preview Button
      Shutter Nikon D2Xs Nikon D3X
      Shutter TypeElectronically-controlled vertical-travel focal planeElectronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/8000 sec1/8000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting8.0 fps5.0 fps
      Mirror Lock Up
      Flash Nikon D2Xs 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 Speed1/250 sec1/250 sec
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash Systemi-TTL Balanced fill-flash, standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR
      External Flash ConnectionStandard ISO hot-shoe contact with safely lock
      ISO 519 standard Terminal with lock screw provided      		Hot Shoe, PC Terminal
      Exposure Nikon D2Xs Nikon D3X
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure Modes[P] Programmed Auto with flexible program, [S] Shutter-priority Auto, Aperture-priority Auto, [M] Manual, Auto Exposure Lock
      Metering Range0 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, or 1 EV steps, 2 to 9 frames (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 D2Xs Nikon D3X
      DxO Low Light ISO4891992
      DxO Color Depth22.224.7
      DxO Dynamic Range10.913.7
      DxO Overall Score5988
      Video Nikon D2Xs Nikon D3X
      Internal Recording ModesNo
      Interval Recording Possible with Timer Remote
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Terminals Nikon D2Xs Nikon D3X
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Mini Type C
      Built-in Microphone
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon D2Xs Nikon D3X
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control
      Environmental Nikon D2Xs Nikon D3X
      Environmental Sealing
      Physical Nikon D2Xs Nikon D3X
      Dimensions158 x 150 x 86 mm (6.22 x 5.91 x 3.39")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 D2Xs 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 D2Xs Nikon D3X
      Self Timer 2 to 20 sec 2 to 20 sec, custom
      Orientation Sensor
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium AlloyMagnesium Alloy
      Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator
      Optional AccessoriesWT-2/2A Wireless Transmitter, WA-E1 Extended Range Antenna, EH-6 AC Adapter, Type-E Focusing Screen, DG-2 Magnifier, DK-17A Anti-fog Finder Eyepiece, DK-19 Rubber Eyepiece Cup, DK-17C Eyepiece Correction Lens series, DK-17M Magnifying Eyepiece, DR-5 Right-Angle Magnifying Viewing Attachment, SB-800/SB-600/R200 Speedlights, Capture NX software, Camera Control Pro Software, Image Authentication Software


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