Nikon D3X vs Nikon D1X

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      Specifications

      General Nikon D3X Nikon D1X
      BrandNikonNikon
      ModelD3XD1X
      Predecessor ModelNikon D2Xs Nikon D1
      Successor ModelNikon D2X
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeDSLRDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon D3X Nikon D1X
      Sensor TypeCMOSCCD
      Sensor FormatFXDX
      Sensor SizeFull FrameAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions35.9 x 24.0 mm23.7 x 15.6 mm
      Total Pixels25.72 Megapixel6 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels24.5 Megapixel5.3 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 1,600125 - 800
      Boosted ISO Range50 - 6,400
      Photo Nikon D3X Nikon D1X
      ProcessorEXPEED
      Max Image Resolution6048 x 40323008 x 1960
      Other Resolutions5056 x 4032, 4544 x 3024, 3968 x 2640, 3792 x 3024, 3024 x 2016, 2976 x 1976, 2528 x 2016, 1984 x 1322000 x 1312
      Image Aspect Ratios3:2, 5:43:2
      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 D3X Nikon D1X
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Live View      		Multi-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      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 ScreenBriteView Clear Matte VI - Type BB-type BriteView Clear Matte Screen III; Interchangeable with Optional E-type Screen with Grid Lines
      Optics Nikon D3X Nikon D1X
      Lens MountNikon FNikon F
      Crop Factor1x1.5x
      Image Stabilization
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Reflex MirrorQuick-return typeInstant-return type
      Screen Nikon D3X Nikon D1X
      Screen TypeFixedFixed
      Screen TechnologySuper Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size3.0"2.0"
      Screen Resolution920k dot130k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon D3X Nikon D1X
      ViewfinderOptical (pentaprism)Optical (pentaprism)
      Viewfinder Coverage100%96%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.70x0.80x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.70x0.53x
      Viewfinder Eyepoint18 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-3 to +1
      Shutter Nikon D3X 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)1/8000 sec1/16000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting5.0 fps3.0 fps
      Mirror Lock Up
      Flash Nikon D3X Nikon D1X
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      On
      Off
      Red-eye
      Slow sync
      Rear curtain      		Front curtain
      Rear curtain
      Red-Eye
      Slow
      Red-Eye Slow
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/250 sec1/500 sec
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash Systemi-TTL Balanced fill-flash, standard i-TTL flash for digital SLRSB-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, PC Terminal
      Exposure Nikon D3X Nikon D1X
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Metering Range0 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV increments)±5 EV (1/2 EV, 1/3 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 D3X Nikon D1X
      DxO Low Light ISO1992
      DxO Color Depth24.7
      DxO Dynamic Range13.7
      DxO Overall Score88
      Video Nikon D3X Nikon D1X
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Terminals Nikon D3X Nikon D1X
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Mini Type C
      Built-in Microphone
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon D3X Nikon D1X
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control
      Environmental Nikon D3X Nikon D1X
      Environmental Sealing
      Physical Nikon D3X Nikon D1X
      Dimensions160 x 157 x 88 mm (6.3 x 6.18 x 3.46")157 x 153 x 85 mm (6.18 x 6.02 x 3.35")
      Weight (inc. batteries)1260 g (2.78 lb / 44.45 oz)1200 g (2.65 lb / 42.33 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)11.2 x 8.5 x 6.4"
      Package Weight7.1 lb
      Power and Storage Nikon D3X Nikon D1X
      Battery PackEN-EL4a
      Battery Life4400 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageDual Slot: CompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA)Single Slot: CompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA), MicroDrive
      Other Nikon D3X Nikon D1X
      Self Timer 2 to 20 sec, custom 2 to 20 sec
      Orientation Sensor
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium AlloyMagnesium Alloy
      Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator


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