Nikon D2X vs Canon EOS M3

This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D2X and Canon EOS M3. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Nikon D2X is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS M3 is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.

Nikon D2X were released 2004 and Canon EOS M3 was released 2015. That is a 11 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Nikon D2X 2004
Canon EOS M3 2015

Type of camera

Nikon D2X is a DSLR camera while Canon EOS M3 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D2X has a "Nikon DX"-sensor while Canon EOS M3 has a "Canon APS-C"-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 **
Nikon D2X 75 mm
Nikon DX sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Canon EOS M3 80 mm
Canon APS-C sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6

** 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)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)

Resolution

Nikon D2X has a 12,2 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS M3 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Nikon D2X 12,2 MP
12212224 pixels
4288 x 2848
Canon EOS M3 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000

Canon EOS M3 has a 97 % larger resolution than Nikon D2X. 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 M3 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D2X. Canon EOS M3 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Nikon D2X has 100 to 3200.

Camera ISO Range
Nikon D2X 100-3200
Canon EOS M3 100-12800

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.

Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS M3 belongs to the Canon EOS M-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS M

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D2X
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS M3

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D2X can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS M3 can shoot up to 4,2 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Nikon D2X 5
Canon EOS M3 4,2

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Canon EOS M3. Sadly, the Nikon D2X does not support this.

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.

Nikon D2X weighs 1200 gr (equal to 2.65 lb) which is 228% heavier than Canon EOS M3 and its 366 gr (or 0.81 lb).

Camera Weight
Nikon D2X 1200 gr
2.65 lb
Canon EOS M3 366 gr
0.81 lb

Nikon D2X vs Canon EOS M3 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D2X and Canon EOS M3, 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
Nikon D2X
Canon EOS M3
Name Nikon D2X Canon EOS M3
Manufacturer Nikon Canon
Release Date and Price
Nikon D2X
Canon EOS M3
Release Year 2004 2015
Release Date 2004-09-16 2015-02-06
MSRP 6299 USD 679 USD
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Camera Type
Nikon D2X
Canon EOS M3
Camera Type DSLR Mirrorless
Sensor
Nikon D2X
Canon EOS M3
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm)
Also known as "DX"
APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm)
Sensor Type CMOS CMOS
Resolution 4288 x 2848 pixels 6000 x 4000 pixels
Megapixels 12,2 MP 24 MP
Image Processor Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration) DIGIC 6
Image
Nikon D2X
Canon EOS M3
ISO Range 100 - 3200 100 - 12800
White Balance Presets 6 6
Custom White Balance Yes Yes
Image Stabilization No No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating 0 stops 0 stops
Uncompressed format RAW RAW
Optics & Focus
Nikon D2X
Canon EOS M3
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points 11 49
Lens Mount Nikon F

See Compatible Lenses
Canon EF-M

See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier 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
APS-C Sensor
1.6x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 38 mm
50 mm becomes 80 mm
100 mm becomes 160 mm
200 mm becomes 320 mm
Screen & Viewfinder
Nikon D2X
Canon EOS M3
Articulated LCD Fixed Tilting
Screen size 2,5” 3”
Screen dots 235000 1040000
Touch screen No Yes
Screen type N/A ClearView II TFT-LCD
Live view No Yes
Viewfinder Type Optical (pentaprism) Electronic (Optional via Canon EVF-DC2)
Viewfinder Coverage 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.86× (0.57× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution N/A 0
Photography features
Nikon D2X
Canon EOS M3
Frames per second 5 fps 4,2 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 0 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/8000 seconds 1/0 seconds
Built-in Flash No Yes
Built-in Flash Range N/A 5 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse Yes No
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Partial
Exposure Compensation +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features
Nikon D2X
Canon EOS M3
Video recording No Yes
Video format N/A H.264
Video resolution N/A 1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone No Yes
Built-in Speakers No Yes
Storage
Nikon D2X
Canon EOS M3
Memory Card Compact Flash
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Nikon D2X
Canon EOS M3
HDMI Output No Yes
Microphone Port No Yes
Headphone Port No No
Wireless No Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n with NFC)
Remote Control Yes Yes (via smartphone)
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Nikon D2X
Canon EOS M3
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details Rechargeable Nikon EN-EL4 Li-ion battery
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 3800 shots 250 shots
Width 158 mm 111 mm
Height 150 mm 68 mm
Depth 86 mm 44 mm
Weight 1200 gram 366 gram