Nikon D1 vs Nikon D2X

On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon D1 and Nikon D2X, both Pro DSLR digital cameras and they are both sold by Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the D1 (3MP) and D2X (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The D1 was announced 5 years before the D2X and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Large SLR).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the D1 matches up against the D2X in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D1 and Nikon D2X. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D1 Gallery and Nikon D2X Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon D1 has got external measurements of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) while the Nikon D2X has specifications of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") and a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

Compare the Nikon D1 and Nikon D2X in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the D1 vs the D2X.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D1 and D2X is 51 and 51 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading through technical specs. The photograph here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the D1 and D2X.

As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon D2X to give you greater detail with its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older D1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.