Nikon D1 vs Panasonic TS4

Let's look more in depth at the Nikon D1 vs Panasonic TS4, former is a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the D1 (3MP) and TS4 (12MP) and the D1 (APS-C) and TS4 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The D1 was announced 12 years earlier than the TS4 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D1 being a Large SLR camera and the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the D1 scores against the TS4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D1 Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon D1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) while the Panasonic TS4 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the D1 and the TS4.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the D1 and TS4 is 51 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through technical specs. The image here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the D1 and TS4.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D1 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic TS4 will produce more detail with its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged D1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.