Canon EOS Rebel T6 vs Nikon D1H

This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Rebel T6 and Nikon D1H. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Canon EOS Rebel T6 is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon D1H is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.

Canon EOS Rebel T6 were released 2016 and Nikon D1H was released 2001. That is a 15 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Canon EOS Rebel T6 2016
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 Rebel T6 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 Rebel T6 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 Rebel T6 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:

Camera Megapixels
Canon EOS Rebel T6 18 MP
17915904 pixels
5184 x 3456
Nikon D1H 2,6 MP
2624000 pixels
2000 x 1312

Canon EOS Rebel T6 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 Rebel T6 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D1H. Canon EOS Rebel T6 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 6400 while Nikon D1H has 200 to 1600.

Camera ISO Range
Canon EOS Rebel T6 100-6400
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 Rebel T6
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 Rebel T6 can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds and Nikon D1H can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Canon EOS Rebel T6 3
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 Rebel T6. 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 147% heavier than Canon EOS Rebel T6 and its 485 gr (or 1.07 lb).

Camera Weight
Canon EOS Rebel T6 485 gr
1.07 lb
Nikon D1H 1200 gr
2.65 lb

Canon EOS Rebel T6 vs Nikon D1H Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Rebel T6 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 Rebel T6
Nikon D1H
Name Canon EOS Rebel T6 Nikon D1H
Manufacturer Canon Nikon
Release Date and Price
Canon EOS Rebel T6
Nikon D1H
Release Year 2016 2001
Release Date 2016-03-10 2001-02-05
MSRP 549 USD 3849 USD
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Camera Type
Canon EOS Rebel T6
Nikon D1H
Camera Type DSLR DSLR
Sensor
Canon EOS Rebel T6
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 4+ Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration)
Image
Canon EOS Rebel T6
Nikon D1H
ISO Range 100 - 6400 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 Rebel T6
Nikon D1H
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
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 Rebel T6
Nikon D1H
Articulated LCD Fixed Fixed
Screen size 3” 2”
Screen dots 920000 130000
Touch screen No No
Screen type TFT LCD N/A
Live view Yes No
Viewfinder Type Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage 95% 96%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) 0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution N/A N/A
Photography features
Canon EOS Rebel T6
Nikon D1H
Frames per second 3 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 9 meters N/A
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse No No
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
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 Rebel T6
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 Rebel T6
Nikon D1H
Memory Card SD/SDHC
Compact Flash
Connectivity
Canon EOS Rebel T6
Nikon D1H
HDMI Output Yes No
Microphone Port No No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n with NFC)
No
Remote Control Yes (wired or wireless) Yes (Supported)
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Canon EOS Rebel T6
Nikon D1H
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details Lithium-Ion LP-E10 rechargeable battery & charger
Ni-MH Battery Pack EN-4
Battery Life (CIPA) 500 shots 1200 shots
Width 129 mm 157 mm
Height 101 mm 153 mm
Depth 78 mm 85 mm
Weight 485 gram 1200 gram