Canon EOS 700D vs Nikon D1H

This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 700D and Nikon D1H. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Canon EOS 700D is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D1H is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 700D has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D1H has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

** 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 700D has a 18 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D1H has 2,6 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Canon EOS 700D has a 583 % larger resolution than Nikon D1H. 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 700D has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D1H. Canon EOS 700D has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Nikon D1H has 200 to 1600.

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 Canon EOS 700D
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D1H

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 700D can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Nikon D1H can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

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

When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Canon EOS 700D. Unfortunately Nikon D1H does not support recording movies and movie clips.

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 D1H weighs 1200 gr (equal to 2.65 lb) which is 107% heavier than Canon EOS 700D and its 580 gr (or 1.28 lb).

Canon EOS 700D vs Nikon D1H Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 700D and Nikon D1H, 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 700D	Nikon D1H
Name	Canon EOS 700D	Nikon D1H
Manufacturer	Canon	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Canon EOS 700D	Nikon D1H
Release Year	2013	2001
Release Date	2013-03-21	2001-02-05
MSRP	899 USD	3849 USD
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Camera Type	Canon EOS 700D	Nikon D1H
Camera Type	DSLR	DSLR
Sensor	Canon EOS 700D	Nikon D1H
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm)	APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX"
Sensor Type	CMOS	CCD
Resolution	5184 x 3456 pixels	2000 x 1312 pixels
Megapixels	18 MP	2,6 MP
Image Processor	DIGIC 5	Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration)
Image	Canon EOS 700D	Nikon D1H
ISO Range	100 - 12800	200 - 1600
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	Canon EOS 700D	Nikon D1H
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView	Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous
Focus Points	9	5
Lens Mount	Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses	Nikon F See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier	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	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 700D	Nikon D1H
Articulated LCD	Fully articulated	Fixed
Screen size	3”	2”
Screen dots	1040000	130000
Touch screen	Yes	No
Screen type	Clear View II TFT LCD	N/A
Live view	Yes	No
Viewfinder Type	Optical (pentamirror)	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage	95%	96%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.85× (0.53× 35mm equiv.)	0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	0	N/A
Photography features	Canon EOS 700D	Nikon D1H
Frames per second	5 fps	5 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds	1/16000 seconds
Built-in Flash	Yes	No
Built-in Flash Range	13 meters	N/A
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	No
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial	Multi Center Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/2 EV, 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features	Canon EOS 700D	Nikon D1H
Video recording	Yes	No
Video format	H.264	N/A
Video resolution	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080	N/A
Built-in Microphone	Yes	No
Built-in Speakers	Yes	No
Storage	Canon EOS 700D	Nikon D1H
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	Compact Flash
Connectivity	Canon EOS 700D	Nikon D1H
HDMI Output	Yes	No
Microphone Port	Yes	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Eye-Fi Connected	No
Remote Control	Yes (RC-6 connector)	Yes (Supported)
GPS	Yes Optional through GP-E2	No
Body & Dimensions	Canon EOS 700D	Nikon D1H
Enviromentally sealed	No	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	Lithium-Ion LP-E8 rechargeable battery & charger	Ni-MH Battery Pack EN-4
Battery Life (CIPA)	440 shots	1200 shots
Width	133 mm	157 mm
Height	100 mm	153 mm
Depth	79 mm	85 mm
Weight	580 gram	1200 gram