Nikon D1H vs Canon EOS 400D
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D1H and Canon EOS 400D. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D1H is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS 400D is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon D1H were released 2001 and Canon EOS 400D was released 2006. That is a 5 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D1H | 2001 |
Canon EOS 400D | 2006 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D1H has a "Nikon DX"-sensor while Canon EOS 400D 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 D1H | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS 400D | 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 D1H has a 2,6 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 400D has 10,1 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D1H |
2,6 MP
2624000 pixels 2000 x 1312 |
Canon EOS 400D |
10,1 MP
10077696 pixels 3888 x 2592 |
Canon EOS 400D has a 284 % 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 400D has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D1H. Canon EOS 400D has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 1600 while Nikon D1H has 200 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D1H | 200-1600 |
Canon EOS 400D | 100-1600 |
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 Nikon D1H
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 400D
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D1H can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 400D can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D1H | 5 |
Canon EOS 400D | 3 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
Though, neither Nikon D1H or Canon EOS 400D 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.
Nikon D1H weighs 1200 gr (equal to 2.65 lb) which is 116% heavier than Canon EOS 400D and its 556 gr (or 1.23 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D1H | 1200 gr 2.65 lb |
Canon EOS 400D | 556 gr 1.23 lb |
Nikon D1H vs Canon EOS 400D Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D1H and Canon EOS 400D, 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 D1H |
Canon EOS 400D |
Name | Nikon D1H | Canon EOS 400D |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D1H |
Canon EOS 400D |
Release Year | 2001 | 2006 |
Release Date | 2001-02-05 | 2006-08-24 |
MSRP | 3849 USD | 799 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D1H |
Canon EOS 400D |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon D1H |
Canon EOS 400D |
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 | CCD | CMOS |
Resolution | 2000 x 1312 pixels | 3888 x 2592 pixels |
Megapixels | 2,6 MP | 10,1 MP |
Image Processor | Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration) | DIGIC 2 |
Image |
Nikon D1H |
Canon EOS 400D |
ISO Range | 200 - 1600 | 100 - 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 |
Nikon D1H |
Canon EOS 400D |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Focus Points | 5 | 9 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S 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 D1H |
Canon EOS 400D |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
Screen size | 2” | 2,5” |
Screen dots | 130000 | 230000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | N/A | N/A |
Live view | No | No |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 96% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.) | 0.8× (0.5× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Nikon D1H |
Canon EOS 400D |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 3 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/2 EV, 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D1H |
Canon EOS 400D |
Video recording | No | No |
Video format | N/A | N/A |
Video resolution | N/A | N/A |
Built-in Microphone | No | No |
Built-in Speakers | No | No |
Storage |
Nikon D1H |
Canon EOS 400D |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Nikon D1H |
Canon EOS 400D |
HDMI Output | No | No |
Microphone Port | No | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No | No |
Remote Control | Yes (Supported) | Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D1H |
Canon EOS 400D |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Ni-MH Battery Pack EN-4
|
NB-2L
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 1200 shots | 370 shots |
Width | 157 mm | 127 mm |
Height | 153 mm | 94 mm |
Depth | 85 mm | 65 mm |
Weight | 1200 gram | 556 gram |