Nikon D1 vs Nikon D6

Lets take a closer look at the Nikon D1 vs Nikon D6, both Pro DSLR digital cameras and both of them are designed by Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the D1 (3MP) and D6 (21MP) and the D1 (APS-C) and D6 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The D1 was announced 20 years earlier than the D6 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the D1 grades against the D6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D1 & Nikon D6. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D1 Gallery & Nikon D6 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon D1 features physical dimensions of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) whilst the Nikon D6 has specifications of 160mm x 163mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") having a weight of 1270 grams (2.80 lbs).

Compare the Nikon D1 vs Nikon D6 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the D1 versus the D6.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D1 and D6 is 51 and 50 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the D1 and D6.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The D1 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Nikon D6 will offer extra detail with its extra 18MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older D1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.