Nikon D1 vs Pentax K-1

Below, we will be matching up the Nikon D1 and Pentax K-1, former is a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Nikon and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the D1 (3MP) and K-1 (36MP) and the D1 (APS-C) and K-1 (Full frame) feature different sensor measurements.

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The D1 was introduced 16 years before the K-1 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon D1 being a Large SLR camera and the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the D1 matches up versus the K-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D1 & Pentax K-1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D1 Gallery & Pentax K-1 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon D1 provides outside measurements 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 Pentax K-1 has sizing of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") having a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D1 and Pentax K-1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the D1 versus the K-1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the D1 and K-1 is 51 and 55 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the D1 and K-1.

As you can see, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D1 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Pentax K-1 will offer you greater detail using its extra 33 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged D1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.