Nikon D1H vs Sony A450

On this page, we are comparing the Nikon D1H versus Sony A450, one being a Pro DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the D1H (3MP) and A450 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The D1H was unveiled 9 years before the A450 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon D1H being a Large SLR camera and the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the D1H matches up versus the A450 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D1H and Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The full galleries are available at Nikon D1H Gallery and Sony A450 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon D1H enjoys external 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) while the Sony A450 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D1H versus Sony A450 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the D1H vs the A450.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D1H and A450 is 51 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The visual underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D1H and A450.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony A450 to resolve extra detail having an extra 11MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older D1H is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.