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Nikon D2X vs Sony RX1R II

The Nikon D2X and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II are two digital cameras that were announced, respectively, in September 2004 and October 2015. The D2X is a DSLR, while the RX1R II is a fixed lens compact. The cameras are based on an APS-C (D2X) and a full frame (RX1R II) sensor. The Nikon has a resolution of 12.2 megapixels, whereas the Sony provides 42.2 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

Headline Specifications
Nikon D2X
versus
Sony RX1R II
Nikon D2X   Sony RX1R II
Digital single lens reflex Fixed lens compact camera
Nikon F mount lenses 35mm f/2.0
12.2 MP – APS-C sensor 42.2 MP – Full Frame sensor
no Video 1080/60p Video
ISO 100-800 (100 - 3,200) ISO 100-25,600 (50 - 102,400)
Optical viewfinder Electronic viewfinder (2360k dots)
2.5" LCD – 235k dots 3.0" LCD – 1229k dots
Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive) Tilting screen (no touchscreen)
5 shutter flaps per second 5 shutter flaps per second
Weathersealed bodynot weather sealed
3800 shots per battery charge220 shots per battery charge
158 x 150 x 86 mm, 1252 g 113 x 65 x 72 mm, 507 g
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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Nikon D2X and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

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Body comparison

The physical size and weight of the Nikon D2X and the Sony RX1R II are illustrated in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive views from the front, the top, and the rear side are shown. All size dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

Size Nikon D2X vs Sony RX1R II
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Comparison D2X or RX1R II rear

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Sony RX1R II is considerably smaller (69 percent) than the Nikon D2X. It is worth mentioning in this context that the D2X is splash and dust resistant, while the RX1R II does not feature any corresponding weather-sealing.

The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete and possibly misleading, as the RX1R II has a lens built in, whereas the D2X is an interchangeable lens camera that requires a separate lens. Attaching the latter will add extra weight and bulk to the setup. You can compare the optics available for the D2X and their specifications in the Nikon Lens Catalog.

Concerning battery life, the D2X gets 3800 shots out of its Nikon EN-EL4a battery, while the RX1R II can take 220 images on a single charge of its Sony NP-BX1 power pack. As can be seen in the images above, the D2X has a battery grip built in. This facilitates image-taking in portrait orientation and gives it additional battery power. The power pack in the RX1R II can be charged via the USB port, which can be very convenient when travelling.

The adjacent table lists the principal physical characteristics of the two cameras alongside a wider set of alternatives. In case you want to display and compare another camera duo, you can use the CAM-parator app to select your camera combination among a large number of options.

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Body Specifications
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Nikon D2X 158 mm 150 mm 86 mm 1252 g 3800 i Sep 2004 US$ 4 999ebay.com
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Sony RX1R II 113 mm 65 mm 72 mm 507 g 220 i Oct 2015 US$ 3 299ebay.com
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Canon 5DS 152 mm 116 mm 76 mm 930 g 700 i Feb 2015 US$ 3 699ebay.com
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Canon 5DS R 152 mm 116 mm 76 mm 930 g 700 i Feb 2015 US$ 3 699ebay.com
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Leica Q Typ 116 130 mm 80 mm 93 mm 640 g 300 i Jun 2015 US$ 4 249ebay.com
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Nikon D1 157 mm 153 mm 85 mm 1100 g .. i Jun 1999 US$ 5 499ebay.com
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Nikon D1H 157 mm 153 mm 85 mm 1100 g 1200 i Feb 2001 US$ 4 499ebay.com
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Nikon D1X 157 mm 153 mm 85 mm 1100 g 1200 i Feb 2001 US$ 5 999ebay.com
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Nikon D2H 158 mm 150 mm 86 mm 1070 g 2900 i Jul 2003 US$ 3 499ebay.com
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Nikon D2Xs 158 mm 150 mm 86 mm 1252 g 3800 i Jun 2006 US$ 4 699ebay.com
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Nikon D3 160 mm 157 mm 88 mm 1300 g 4300 i Aug 2007 US$ 4 999ebay.com
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Nikon D3S 160 mm 157 mm 88 mm 1240 g 4200 i Oct 2009 US$ 5 199ebay.com
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Nikon D200 147 mm 113 mm 74 mm 920 g 400 i Nov 2005 US$ 1 699ebay.com
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Nikon D300 147 mm 114 mm 74 mm 925 g 1000 i Aug 2007 US$ 1 799ebay.com
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Nikon D300S 147 mm 115 mm 81 mm 938 g 950 i Jul 2009 US$ 1 799ebay.com
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Sony RX1 113 mm 65 mm 70 mm 482 g 270 i Sep 2012 US$ 2 799ebay.com
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Sony RX1R 113 mm 65 mm 70 mm 482 g 270 i Jun 2013 US$ 2 799ebay.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
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Any camera decision will naturally be influenced heavily by the price. The retail prices at the time of the camera’s release place the model in the market relative to other models in the producer’s line-up and the competition. The RX1R II was launched at a lower price than the D2X, despite having a lens built in. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down.

Sensor comparison

The imaging sensor is at the core of digital cameras and its size is one of the main determining factors of image quality. A large sensor will generally have larger individual pixels that offer better low-light sensitivity, provide wider dynamic range, and have richer color-depth than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Moreover, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more control over depth-of-field in the image and, thus, the ability to better isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be more expensive and lead to bigger and heavier cameras and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Nikon D2X features an APS-C sensor and the Sony RX1R II a full frame sensor. The sensor area in the RX1R II is 130 percent bigger. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 1.5 and 1.0. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2.

Nikon D2X and Sony RX1R II sensor measures

With 42.2MP, the RX1R II offers a higher resolution than the D2X (12.2MP), but the RX1R II has smaller individual pixels (pixel pitch of 4.50μm versus 5.52μm for the D2X). Yet, the RX1R II is a much more recent model (by 11 years) than the D2X, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that enhance the light gathering capacity of its pixel-units. Coming back to sensor resolution, it should be mentioned that the RX1R II has no anti-alias filter installed, so that it can capture all the detail its sensor resolves.

The resolution advantage of the Sony RX1R II implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the RX1R II for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 39.8 x 26.5 inches or 101 x 67.4 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 31.8 x 21.2 inches or 80.8 x 53.9 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 26.5 x 17.7 inches or 67.3 x 44.9 cm. The corresponding values for the Nikon D2X are 21.4 x 14.2 inches or 54.5 x 36.2 cm for good quality, 17.2 x 11.4 inches or 43.6 x 28.9 cm for very good quality, and 14.3 x 9.5 inches or 36.3 x 24.1 cm for excellent quality prints.

The Nikon D2X has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 800, which can be extended to ISO 100-3200. The corresponding ISO settings for the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II are ISO 100 to ISO 25600, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 50-102400.

In terms of underlying technology, the D2X is build around a CMOS sensor, while the RX1R II uses a BSI-CMOS imager. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras.

D2X versus RX1R II MP

Consistent information on actual sensor performance is available from DXO Mark for many cameras. This service assesses and scores the color depth ("DXO Portrait"), dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports") of camera sensors, and also publishes an overall camera score. Of the two cameras under consideration, the RX1R II offers substantially better image quality than the D2X (overall score 38 points higher). The advantage is based on 3.7 bits higher color depth, 3 EV in additional dynamic range, and 2.8 stops in additional low light sensitivity. The table below summarizes the physical sensor characteristics and sensor quality findings and compares them across a set of similar cameras.

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Sports
DXO
Overall
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Nikon D2X APS-C 12.2 4288 2848i22.110.947659
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Sony RX1R II Full Frame 42.2 7952 53041080/60p25.813.9320497
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Canon 5DS Full Frame 50.3 8688 57921080/30p24.712.4238187
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Canon 5DS R Full Frame 50.3 8688 57921080/30p24.612.4230886
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Leica Q Typ 116 Full Frame 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.312.7222185
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Nikon D1 APS-C 2.6 2000 1312i........
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Nikon D1H APS-C 2.6 2000 1312i........
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Nikon D1X APS-C 5.9 3008 1960i........
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Nikon D2H APS-C 4.0 2464 1632i18.910.035240
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Nikon D2Xs APS-C 12.2 4288 2848i22.210.948959
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Nikon D3 Full Frame 12.1 4256 2832i23.512.2229081
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Nikon D3S Full Frame 12.1 4256 2832720/24p23.512.0325382
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Nikon D200 APS-C 10.0 3872 2592i22.311.558364
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Nikon D300 APS-C 12.2 4288 2848i22.112.067967
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Nikon D300S APS-C 12.2 4288 2848720/24p22.512.278770
16.
 
Sony RX1 Full Frame 24.0 6000 40001080/60p25.114.3253493
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Sony RX1R Full Frame 24.0 6000 40001080/60p25.013.6253791
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Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but also of capturing video footage. The RX1R II indeed provides for movie recording, while the D2X does not. The highest resolution format that the RX1R II can use is 1080/60p.

Feature comparison

Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a variety of features. For example, the RX1R II has an electronic viewfinder (2360k dots), while the D2X has an optical one. Both systems have their advantages, with the electronic viewfinder making it possible to project supplementary shooting information into the framing view, whereas the optical viewfinder offers lag-free viewing and a very clear framing image. The viewfinders of both cameras offer the same field of view (100%), but the viewfinder of the RX1R II has a higher magnification than the one of the D2X (0.74x vs 0.57x), so that the size of the image transmitted appears closer to the size seen with the naked human eye. The table below summarizes some of the other core capabilities of the Nikon D2X and Sony RX1R II in connection with corresponding information for a sample of similar cameras.

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Nikon D2Xoptical i2.5 / 235 fixed i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Sony RX1R II2360 i3.0 / 1229 tilting i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
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Canon 5DSoptical i3.2 / 1040 fixed i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Canon 5DS Roptical i3.2 / 1040 fixed i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Leica Q Typ 1163680 i3.0 / 1040 fixed i 1/2000s 10.0/s i i
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Nikon D1optical i2.0 / 120 fixed i 1/16000s 4.5/s i i
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Nikon D1Hoptical i2.0 / 120 fixed i 1/16000s 5.0/s i i
8.
 
Nikon D1Xoptical i2.0 / 120 fixed i 1/16000s 3.0/s i i
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Nikon D2Hoptical i2.5 / 211 fixed i 1/8000s 8.0/s i i
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Nikon D2Xsoptical i2.5 / 230 fixed i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Nikon D3optical i3.0 / 922 fixed i 1/8000s 11.0/s i i
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Nikon D3Soptical i3.0 / 921 fixed i 1/8000s 11.0/s i i
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Nikon D200optical i2.5 / 230 fixed i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Nikon D300optical i3.0 / 922 fixed i 1/8000s 6.0/s i i
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Nikon D300Soptical i3.0 / 920 fixed i 1/8000s 7.0/s i i
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Sony RX1optional i3.0 / 1229 fixed i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
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Sony RX1Roptional i3.0 / 1229 fixed i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
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One feature that is present on the D2X, but is missing on the RX1R II is a top-level LCD. While being, of course, smaller than the rear screen, the control panel conveys some of the essential shooting information and can be convenient for quick and easy settings verification.

The D2X writes its imaging data to Compact Flash cards, while the RX1R II uses SDXC or Memory Stick PRO Duo cards.

Connectivity comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Nikon D2X and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Nikon D2Xii / iiii2.0iii
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Sony RX1R IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Canon 5DSimono / monoiimini3.0iii
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Canon 5DS Rimono / monoiimini3.0iii
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Leica Q Typ 116istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Nikon D1ii / iiiiFWiii
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Nikon D1Hii / iiiiFWiii
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Nikon D1Xii / iiiiFWiii
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Nikon D2Hii / iiii2.0iii
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Nikon D2Xsii / iiii2.0iii
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Nikon D3ii / iiimini2.0iii
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Nikon D3Sistereo / iiimini2.0iii
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Nikon D200ii / iiii2.0iii
14.
 
Nikon D300ii / iiimini2.0iii
15.
 
Nikon D300Sistereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Sony RX1istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Sony RX1Ristereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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It is notable that the RX1R II offers wifi support, which can be a very convenient means to transfer image data to an off-camera location. In contrast, the D2X does not provide wifi capability.

Studio photographers will appreciate that the Nikon D2X (unlike the RX1R II) features a PC Sync socket, so that professional strobe lights can be controlled by the camera.

Both the D2X and the RX1R II have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on ebay. The D2X was replaced by the Nikon D2Xs, while the RX1R II does not have a direct successor. Further information on the features and operation of the D2X and RX1R II can be found, respectively, in the Nikon D2X Manual (free pdf) or the online Sony RX1R II Manual.

Review summary

So what is the bottom line? Which of the two cameras – the Nikon D2X or the Sony RX1R II – has the upper hand? Is one clearly better than the other? Below is a summary of the relative strengths of each of the two contestants.

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Advantages of the Nikon D2X:

  • Better moiré control: Has an anti-alias filter to avoid artificial patterns to appear in images.
  • Brighter framing: Features an optical viewfinder for clear, lag-free composition.
  • Easier setting verification: Features an LCD display on top to control shooting parameters.
  • Faster shutter: Has higher mechanical shutter speed (1/8000s vs 1/4000s) to freeze action.
  • More flexible: Can take a variety of interchangeable lenses, including specialty optics.
  • More portrait friendly: Features an integrated vertical grip for easier portrait shooting.
  • Longer lasting: Can take more shots (3800 versus 220) on a single battery charge.
  • Better sealing: Is weather sealed to enable shooting in dusty or wet environments.
  • Better studio light control: Has a PC Sync socket to connect to professional strobe lights.
  • More heavily discounted: Has been available for much longer (launched in September 2004).

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Reasons to prefer the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II:

  • More detail: Has more megapixels (42.2 vs 12.2MP), which boosts linear resolution by 86%.
  • Maximized detail: Lacks an anti-alias filter to exploit the sensor's full resolution potential.
  • Better image quality: Scores substantially higher (38 points) in the DXO overall evaluation.
  • Richer colors: Generates noticeably more natural colors (3.7 bits more color depth).
  • More dynamic range: Captures a broader range of light and dark details (3 EV of extra DR).
  • Better low-light sensitivity: Can shoot in dim conditions (2.8 stops ISO advantage).
  • Broader imaging potential: Can capture not only stills but also 1080/60p video.
  • More framing info: Has an electronic viewfinder that displays shooting data.
  • Larger viewfinder image: Features a viewfinder with a higher magnification (0.74x vs 0.57x).
  • Larger screen: Has a bigger rear LCD (3.0" vs 2.5") for image review and settings control.
  • More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (1229k vs 235k dots).
  • More flexible LCD: Has a tilting screen for odd-angle shots in landscape orientation.
  • Ready to shoot: Comes with an integrated lens, while the D2X requires a separate lens.
  • More compact: Is smaller (113x65mm vs 158x150mm) and will fit more readily into a bag.
  • Less heavy: Has a lower weight even though it has a lens built in (unlike the D2X).
  • Easier travel charging: Can be conveniently charged via its USB port.
  • Easier file upload: Has wifi built in for automatic backup or image transfer to the web.
  • Easier device pairing: Supports NFC for fast wireless image transfer over short distances.
  • More affordable: Was introduced at a lower price, despite coming with a built-in lens.
  • More modern: Reflects 11 years of technical progress since the D2X launch.

If the count of individual advantages (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the RX1R II is the clear winner of the contest (20 : 10 points). However, the relative importance of the various individual camera aspects will vary according to personal preferences and needs, so that you might like to apply corresponding weights to the particular features before making a decision on a new camera. A professional sports photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a street photog, and a person interested in family portraits has distinct needs from a landscape shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

D2X 10:20 RX1R II

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Nikon D2X and the Sony RX1R II place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best DSLR Camera and Best Prime Lens Compact Camera listings whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the comparison of technical specifications can provide a useful overview of the capabilities of different cameras, it remains partial and cannot reveal, for example, the shooting experience and imaging performance when actually working with the D2X or the RX1R II. User reviews, such as those found at amazon, can sometimes inform about these issues, but such feedback is often incomplete, inconsistent, and biased.

Expert reviews

This is why expert reviews are important. The following table reports the overall ratings of the cameras as published by some of the major camera review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

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Nikon D2X......+ +.... Sep 2004 US$ 4 999ebay.com
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Sony RX1R II5/5....82/100..4.5/5 Oct 2015 US$ 3 299ebay.com
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Canon 5DS..+..83/1004.5/54.5/5 Feb 2015 US$ 3 699ebay.com
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Canon 5DS R5/5+..83/1005/54.5/5 Feb 2015 US$ 3 699ebay.com
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Leica Q Typ 1165/5....80/1004.5/54.5/5 Jun 2015 US$ 4 249ebay.com
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Nikon D1......+ +.... Jun 1999 US$ 5 499ebay.com
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Nikon D1H......+ +.... Feb 2001 US$ 4 499ebay.com
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Nikon D1X......+ +.... Feb 2001 US$ 5 999ebay.com
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Nikon D2H......+ +.... Jul 2003 US$ 3 499ebay.com
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Nikon D2Xs............ Jun 2006 US$ 4 699ebay.com
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Nikon D3......+ +5/54.5/5 Aug 2007 US$ 4 999ebay.com
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Nikon D3S5/5....89/1004.5/55/5 Oct 2009 US$ 5 199ebay.com
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Nikon D200..+ +..+ +o.. Nov 2005 US$ 1 699ebay.com
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Nikon D300..+ +..+ +5/54.5/5 Aug 2007 US$ 1 799ebay.com
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Nikon D300S5/5+ +..82/1004/54.5/5 Jul 2009 US$ 1 799ebay.com
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Sony RX15/5....79/1004/54.5/5 Sep 2012 US$ 2 799ebay.com
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Sony RX1R5/5......4/54.5/5 Jun 2013 US$ 2 799ebay.com
Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.
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The above review scores should be interpreted with care, though. The ratings were established in reference to similarly priced cameras that were available in the market at the time of the review. Hence, a score should always be seen in the context of the camera's market launch date and its price, and comparisons of ratings among very different cameras or across long time periods have little meaning. Also, please note that some of the review sites have changed their methodology and reporting over time.

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Specifications: Nikon D2X vs Sony RX1R II

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.

Camera Specifications
Camera Model Nikon D2X Sony RX1R II
Camera Type Digital single lens reflex Fixed lens compact camera
Camera Lens Nikon F mount lenses 35mm f/2.0
Launch Date September 2004 October 2015
Launch Price USD 4,999 USD 3,299
Sensor Specs Nikon D2X Sony RX1R II
Sensor Technology CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor Format APS-C Sensor Full Frame Sensor
Sensor Size 23.7 x 15.7 mm 35.8 x 23.9 mm
Sensor Area 372.09 mm2 855.62 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 28.4 mm 43 mm
Crop Factor 1.5x 1.0x
Sensor Resolution 12.2 Megapixels 42.2 Megapixels
Image Resolution 4288 x 2848 pixels 7952 x 5304 pixels
Pixel Pitch 5.52 μm 4.50 μm
Pixel Density 3.28 MP/cm2 4.93 MP/cm2
Moiré control Anti-Alias filter no AA filter
Movie Capability no Video 1080/60p Video
ISO Setting 100 - 800 ISO 100 - 25,600 ISO
ISO Boost 100 - 3,200 ISO 50 - 102,400 ISO
DXO Sensor Quality (score) 59 97
DXO Color Depth (bits) 22.1 25.8
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) 10.9 13.9
DXO Low Light (ISO) 476 3204
Screen Specs Nikon D2X Sony RX1R II
Viewfinder Type Optical viewfinder Electronic viewfinder
Viewfinder Field of View 100% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.57x 0.74x
Viewfinder Resolution 2360k dots
Top-Level Screen Control Panel no Top Display
LCD Framing Live View
Rear LCD Size 2.5inch 3.0inch
LCD Resolution 235k dots 1229k dots
LCD Attachment Fixed screen Tilting screen
Shooting Specs Nikon D2X Sony RX1R II
Focus System Phase-detect AF Contrast-detect AF
Manual Focusing Aidno Peaking FeatureFocus Peaking
Max Shutter Speed (mechanical) 1/8000s 1/4000s
Continuous Shooting 5 shutter flaps/s 5 shutter flaps/s
Fill Flash no On-Board Flash no On-Board Flash
Storage Medium CF cards MS or SDXC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot Single card slot
Connectivity Specs Nikon D2X Sony RX1R II
External Flash Hotshoe Hotshoe
Studio Flash PC Sync socket no PC Sync
USB Connector USB 2.0 USB 2.0
HDMI Port no HDMI micro HDMI
Microphone Port no MIC socket External MIC port
Wifi Support no Wifi Wifi built-in
Near-Field Communication no NFC NFC built-in
Body Specs Nikon D2X Sony RX1R II
Environmental SealingWeathersealed bodynot weather sealed
Battery Type Nikon EN-EL4a Sony NP-BX1
Battery Life (CIPA)3800 shots per charge220 shots per charge
In-Camera Charging no USB charging USB charging
Body Dimensions 158 x 150 x 86 mm
(6.2 x 5.9 x 3.4 in)
113 x 65 x 72 mm
(4.4 x 2.6 x 2.8 in)
Camera Weight 1252 g (44.2 oz) 507 g (17.9 oz)
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