Nikon D3300 vs Nikon D1X

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      Specifications

      General Nikon D3300 Nikon D1X
      BrandNikonNikon
      ModelD3300D1X
      Predecessor ModelNikon D3200 Nikon D1
      Successor ModelNikon D3400 Nikon D2X
      MSRPBody w/18-55mm F3.5-5.6G VR II lens ($649.95)
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeDSLRDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon D3300 Nikon D1X
      Sensor TypeCMOSCCD
      Sensor FormatDXDX
      Sensor SizeAPS-CAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions23.5 x 15.6 mm23.7 x 15.6 mm
      Total Pixels24.7 Megapixel6 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels24.2 Megapixel5.3 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 12,800125 - 800
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 25,600
      Photo Nikon D3300 Nikon D1X
      ProcessorEXPEED 4
      Max Image Resolution6000 x 40003008 x 1960
      Other Resolutions4512 x 3000, 3008 x 20002000 x 1312
      Image Aspect Ratios3:23:2
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, Normal, BasicFine, Normal, Basic
      Bit Depth12-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      Active D-LightingCan be selected from:
      On
      Off
      Focus Nikon D3300 Nikon D1X
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View      		Multi-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Full-Time Servo, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      AF Detection Range-1 to +19 EV
      Number of Focus Points11
      Number of Cross-type Focus Points1
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Focusing ScreenType B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VII screenB-type BriteView Clear Matte Screen III; Interchangeable with Optional E-type Screen with Grid Lines
      Optics Nikon D3300 Nikon D1X
      Lens MountNikon FNikon F
      Crop Factor1.5x1.5x
      Image Stabilization
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Reflex MirrorQuick-return typeInstant-return type
      Screen Nikon D3300 Nikon D1X
      Screen TypeFixedFixed
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCD (160 degree viewing angle)
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size3.0"2.0"
      Screen Resolution921k dot130k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon D3300 Nikon D1X
      ViewfinderOptical (pentamirror)Optical (pentaprism)
      Viewfinder Coverage95%96%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.85x0.80x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.57x0.53x
      Diopter Adjustment-1.7 to +0.5
      Shutter Nikon D3300 Nikon D1X
      Shutter TypeElectronically controlled vertical-travel focal-planeCharge-coupled electronic and mechanical
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/16000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting5.0 fps3.0 fps
      Mirror Lock Up for image sensor cleaning
      Flash Nikon D3300 Nikon D1X
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      Auto slow sync
      Auto slow sync with red-eye reduction
      Auto with red-eye reduction
      Fill-flash
      Off
      Rear-curtain sync
      Rear-curtain with slow sync
      Red-eye reduction
      Red-eye reduction with slow sync
      Slow sync      		Front curtain
      Rear curtain
      Red-Eye
      Slow
      Red-Eye Slow
      Flash Range12.00 m at ISO 100
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/200 sec1/500 sec
      Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemTTL: i-TTL flash control using 420-pixel RGB sensor is available with built-in flash and SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, SB-400 or SB-300; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix and center-weighted metering, standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR with spot meteringSB-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
      External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe
      Exposure Nikon D3300 Nikon D1X
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot AF-area
      Metering Range0 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV increments)±5 EV (1/2 EV, 1/3 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 D3300 Nikon D1X
      DxO Low Light ISO1385
      DxO Color Depth24.3
      DxO Dynamic Range12.8
      DxO Overall Score82
      Video Nikon D3300 Nikon D1X
      Movie File FormatMOV
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264
      Max Video Resolution1920 x 1080
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Terminals Nikon D3300 Nikon D1X
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Mini
      SpeakerMono
      Built-in MicrophoneMono
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon D3300 Nikon D1X
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi via optional WU-1a Wireless Mobile Adapter or Eye-Fi
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control Optional
      Environmental Nikon D3300 Nikon D1X
      Environmental Sealing
      Physical Nikon D3300 Nikon D1X
      Dimensions124 x 98 x 76 mm (4.88 x 3.86 x 2.99")157 x 153 x 85 mm (6.18 x 6.02 x 3.35")
      Weight (inc. batteries)430 g (0.95 lb / 15.17 oz)1200 g (2.65 lb / 42.33 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)8.7 x 6.6 x 5.4"
      Package Weight3 lb
      Power and Storage Nikon D3300 Nikon D1X
      Battery PackEN-EL14a
      Battery Life700 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXCSingle Slot: CompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA), MicroDrive
      Other Nikon D3300 Nikon D1X
      Self Timer 2, 5, 10, 20 secs 1-9 exposures 2 to 20 sec
      Orientation Sensor
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium Alloy
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemImage sensor cleaning


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