Nikon D1 vs Panasonic FZ40

On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon D1 versus Panasonic FZ40, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the D1 (3MP) and FZ40 (14MP) and the D1 (APS-C) and FZ40 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The D1 was brought out 10 years prior to the FZ40 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon D1 being a Large SLR camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the D1 matches up against the FZ40 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D1 Gallery and Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D1 enjoys outside measurements of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ40 has dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Compare the Nikon D1 versus Panasonic FZ40 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the D1 against the FZ40.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the D1 and FZ40 is 51 and 68 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the D1 and FZ40.

Plainly, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The D1 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic FZ40 will deliver greater detail having its extra 11MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The older D1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.