Canon EOS 9000D vs Nikon D1H

This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 9000D and Nikon D1H. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Canon EOS 9000D is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D1H is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.

Canon EOS 9000D were released 2017 and Nikon D1H was released 2001. That is a 16 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Canon EOS 9000D 2017
Nikon D1H 2001

Type of camera

Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 9000D 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.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Canon EOS 9000D 80 mm
Canon APS-C sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6
Nikon D1H 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 9000D has a 24 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:

Camera Megapixels
Canon EOS 9000D 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000
Nikon D1H 2,6 MP
2624000 pixels
2000 x 1312

Canon EOS 9000D has a 815 % 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 9000D has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D1H. Canon EOS 9000D has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Nikon D1H has 200 to 1600.

Camera ISO Range
Canon EOS 9000D 100-25600
Nikon D1H 200-1600

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 9000D
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 9000D can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Nikon D1H can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Canon EOS 9000D 6
Nikon D1H 5

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 9000D. 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 122% heavier than Canon EOS 9000D and its 540 gr (or 1.19 lb).

Camera Weight
Canon EOS 9000D 540 gr
1.19 lb
Nikon D1H 1200 gr
2.65 lb

Canon EOS 9000D vs Nikon D1H Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 9000D 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 9000D
Nikon D1H
Name Canon EOS 9000D Nikon D1H
Manufacturer Canon Nikon
Release Date and Price
Canon EOS 9000D
Nikon D1H
Release Year 2017 2001
Release Date 2017-02-15 2001-02-05
MSRP 899 USD 3849 USD
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Camera Type
Canon EOS 9000D
Nikon D1H
Camera Type DSLR DSLR
Sensor
Canon EOS 9000D
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 6000 x 4000 pixels 2000 x 1312 pixels
Megapixels 24 MP 2,6 MP
Image Processor DIGIC 7 Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration)
Image
Canon EOS 9000D
Nikon D1H
ISO Range 100 - 25600 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 9000D
Nikon D1H
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
LiveView
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Focus Points 45 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 9000D
Nikon D1H
Articulated LCD Fully articulated Fixed
Screen size 3” 2”
Screen dots 1040000 130000
Touch screen Yes No
Screen type TFT LCD N/A
Live view Yes No
Viewfinder Type Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage 95% 96%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.) 0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution 0 N/A
Photography features
Canon EOS 9000D
Nikon D1H
Frames per second 6 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 12 meters N/A
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse Yes No
Metering modes Multi
Spot
Partial
Average
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 9000D
Nikon D1H
Video recording Yes No
Video format MPEG4
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 9000D
Nikon D1H
Memory Card SD/SDHC
Compact Flash
Connectivity
Canon EOS 9000D
Nikon D1H
HDMI Output Yes No
Microphone Port Yes No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Built-in (Includes Bluetooth LE and NFC)
No
Remote Control Yes (via smartphone or Bluetooth remote) Yes (Supported)
GPS Yes
Optional via Canon GP-E2 GPS Receiver
No
Body & Dimensions
Canon EOS 9000D
Nikon D1H
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
Ni-MH Battery Pack EN-4
Battery Life (CIPA) 600 shots 1200 shots
Width 131 mm 157 mm
Height 100 mm 153 mm
Depth 76 mm 85 mm
Weight 540 gram 1200 gram