Nikon P1000 vs Nikon D3X

Here is a thorough analysis of the Nikon P1000 versus Nikon D3X, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro DSLR and both are sold by Nikon. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the P1000 (16MP) and D3X (25MP) and the P1000 (1/2.3") and D3X (Full frame) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The P1000 was launched 9 years later than the D3X and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon D3X being a Large SLR camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the P1000 grades against the D3X for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P1000 and Nikon D3X. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P1000 Gallery and Nikon D3X Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon P1000 features exterior dimensions of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") having a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) while the Nikon D3X has proportions of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") with a weight of 1260 grams (2.78 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the P1000 versus the D3X.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the P1000 and D3X is 49 and 51 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P1000 and D3X.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The P1000 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Nikon D3X will give extra detail utilizing its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The more modern P1000 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.