Nikon D1X vs Nikon D3

Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon D1X vs Nikon D3, both Pro DSLR cameras and both of them are produced by Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the D1X (5MP) and D3 (12MP) and the D1X (APS-C) and D3 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The D1X was released 7 years prior to the D3 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the D1X matches up against the D3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D1X and Nikon D3. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D1X Gallery and Nikon D3 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon D1X features external measurements of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") along with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) while the Nikon D3 has measurements of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 1300 grams (2.87 lbs).

Compare the Nikon D1X vs Nikon D3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the D1X and the D3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the D1X and D3 is 51 and 50 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by researching specs. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the D1X and D3.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The D1X featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Nikon D3 will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older D1X will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.