Nikon D1X vs Nikon D2X
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D1X and Nikon D2X. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Nikon.
Nikon D1X were released 2001 and Nikon D2X was released 2004. That is a 3 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.| Camera | Released |
| Nikon D1X | 2001 |
| Nikon D2X | 2004 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "DX") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Neither of the cameras has a Full frame sensor which means that you will get a "crop factor" where the camera's sensor size affect the focal length with a multiplier.
| Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
| Nikon D1X | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
| Nikon D2X | 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 (Nikon)
Resolution
Nikon D1X has a 5,3 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D2X has 12,2 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
| Camera | Megapixels |
| Nikon D1X |
5,3 MP
5895680 pixels 3008 x 1960 |
| Nikon D2X |
12,2 MP
12212224 pixels 4288 x 2848 |
Nikon D2X has a 107 % larger resolution than Nikon D1X. 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
Nikon D2X has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D1X. Nikon D2X has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 3200 while Nikon D1X has 125 to 800.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Nikon D1X | 125-800 |
| Nikon D2X | 100-3200 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D1X
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D2X
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D1X can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Nikon D2X can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Nikon D1X | 3 |
| Nikon D2X | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
Though, neither Nikon D1X or Nikon D2X can shoot movies so if that is a functionality that you are really looking for you should look elsewhere.
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.
These two cameras weigh exactly the same so there is no difference there. Please see the details below.
| Camera | Weight |
| Nikon D1X | 1200 gr 2,65 lb |
| Nikon D2X | 1200 gr 2,65 lb |
