Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D1H

This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D5600 and Nikon D1H. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Nikon.

Type of camera

Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Nikon DX") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Neither of the cameras has a Full frame sensor which means that you will get a "crop factor" where the camera's sensor size affect the focal length with a multiplier.

** 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)

Resolution

Nikon D5600 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:

Nikon D5600 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

Nikon D5600 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D1H. Nikon D5600 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Nikon D1H has 200 to 1600.

Autofocus and lens compatibility

There is a big difference between these two cameras. Nikon D1H has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D5600 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D5600 there is a need for having an autofocus motor inside the lens. We really encourage you to look closely at our lens compatibility charts at the links below.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D5600
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. Nikon D5600 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 Nikon D5600. 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 158% heavier than Nikon D5600 and its 465 gr (or 1.03 lb).

Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D1H Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D5600 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	Nikon D5600	Nikon D1H
Name	Nikon D5600	Nikon D1H
Manufacturer	Nikon	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Nikon D5600	Nikon D1H
Release Year	2016	2001
Release Date	2016-11-10	2001-02-05
MSRP	700 USD	3849 USD
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Camera Type	Nikon D5600	Nikon D1H
Camera Type	DSLR	DSLR
Sensor	Nikon D5600	Nikon D1H
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX"	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	EXPEED 4	Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration)
Image	Nikon D5600	Nikon D1H
ISO Range	100 - 25600	200 - 1600
White Balance Presets	12	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 D5600	Nikon D1H
Autofocus Motor	No	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	39	5
Lens Mount	Nikon F See Compatible Lenses	Nikon F 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	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	Nikon D5600	Nikon D1H
Articulated LCD	Fully articulated	Fixed
Screen size	3,2”	2”
Screen dots	1037000	130000
Touch screen	Yes	No
Screen type	TFT LCD monitor	N/A
Live view	Yes	No
Viewfinder Type	Optical (pentamirror)	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage	95%	96%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.82× (0.55× 35mm equiv.)	0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	0	N/A
Photography features	Nikon D5600	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	12 meters	N/A
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	No
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Spot	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	Nikon D5600	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	Nikon D5600	Nikon D1H
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	Compact Flash
Connectivity	Nikon D5600	Nikon D1H
HDMI Output	Yes	No
Microphone Port	Yes	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in 802.11b/g/n with Bluetooth 4.1 LE and NFC	No
Remote Control	Yes (MC-DC2 (wired), WR-1/WR-R10 (wireless))	Yes (Supported)
GPS	Yes Optional through GP-1/GP-1A	No
Body & Dimensions	Nikon D5600	Nikon D1H
Enviromentally sealed	No	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	EN-EL14a lithium-ion battery & charger	Ni-MH Battery Pack EN-4
Battery Life (CIPA)	970 shots	1200 shots
Width	124 mm	157 mm
Height	97 mm	153 mm
Depth	70 mm	85 mm
Weight	465 gram	1200 gram