Canon EOS 1D X Mark II vs Nikon D3400
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 1D X Mark II and Nikon D3400. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D3400 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
These two camera models were both released 2016.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II | 2016 |
Nikon D3400 | 2016 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 1D X Mark II has a "Canon Full Frame"-sensor while Nikon D3400 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Nikon D3400 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II has a 20 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D3400 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II |
20 MP
19961856 pixels 5472 x 3648 |
Nikon D3400 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Nikon D3400 has a 20 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 1D X Mark II. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D3400. Canon EOS 1D X Mark II has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Nikon D3400 has 100 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II | 100-51200 |
Nikon D3400 | 100-25600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Canon EOS 1D X Mark II has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D3400 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D3400 there is a need for having an autofocus motor inside the lens. We really encourage you to look closely at our lens compatibility charts at the links below.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 1D X Mark II
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D3400
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 1D X Mark II can shoot up to 16 pictures per seconds and Nikon D3400 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II | 16 |
Nikon D3400 | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS 1D X Mark II and Nikon D3400 can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II weighs 1530 gr (equal to 3.37 lb) which is 287% heavier than Nikon D3400 and its 395 gr (or 0.87 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II | 1530 gr 3.37 lb |
Nikon D3400 | 395 gr 0.87 lb |
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II vs Nikon D3400 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 1D X Mark II and Nikon D3400, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II |
Nikon D3400 |
Name | Canon EOS 1D X Mark II | Nikon D3400 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II |
Nikon D3400 |
Release Year | 2016 | 2016 |
Release Date | 2016-02-02 | 2016-08-17 |
MSRP | 5999 USD | 649 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II |
Nikon D3400 |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II |
Nikon D3400 |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 5472 x 3648 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 20 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | DUAL DIGIC 6+ | EXPEED 4 |
Image |
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II |
Nikon D3400 |
ISO Range | 100 - 51200 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II |
Nikon D3400 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | No |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 61 | 11 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II |
Nikon D3400 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
Screen size | 3.2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1620000 | 921000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT-LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.76× | 0.57× (0.38× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | N/A |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II |
Nikon D3400 |
Frames per second | 16 fps | 5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 7 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II |
Nikon D3400 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
Motion JPEG MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II |
Nikon D3400 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II |
Nikon D3400 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Optional via WFT-E8 |
Yes Built-In SnapBridge (Bluetooth only) |
Remote Control | Supported | Yes (via smartphone or wireless remote) |
GPS |
Yes Built-in (with e-compass) |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 1D X Mark II |
Nikon D3400 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E19 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
EN-EL14a lithium-ion battery and charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 1210 shots | 1200 shots |
Width | 158 mm | 124 mm |
Height | 168 mm | 98 mm |
Depth | 83 mm | 76 mm |
Weight | 1530 gram | 395 gram |