Nikon D1 vs Panasonic FZ40
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Nikon D1 vs Panasonic FZ40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 1600
- 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1200g - 157 x 153 x 85mm
- Introduced November 2000
- Later Model is Nikon D1X
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 494g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Released July 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FZ45
Nikon D1 vs Panasonic FZ40 Overview
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.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
Nikon D1 vs Panasonic FZ40 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon D1 over the Panasonic FZ40
D1 | FZ40 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ40 over the Nikon D1
FZ40 | D1 | |||
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Released | July 2010 | November 2000 | More recent by 117 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2" | Bigger screen (+1") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 130k | Sharper screen (+100k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D1 and Panasonic FZ40
D1 | FZ40 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Nikon D1 vs Panasonic FZ40 Physical Comparison
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.
Nikon D1 vs Panasonic FZ40 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Nikon D1 vs Panasonic FZ40 Specifications
Nikon D1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon D1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ45 |
Type | Pro DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2000-11-27 | 2010-07-21 |
Body design | Large SLR | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.5mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 367.4mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 3MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 2000 x 1312 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 309 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 130k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 9.50 m |
Flash modes | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/500 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1200g (2.65 lbs) | 494g (1.09 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 157 x 153 x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $5,130 | $420 |