Nikon D1X vs Nikon D80

The following is a extended review of the Nikon D1X vs Nikon D80, one is a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both manufactured by Nikon. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the D1X (5MP) and D80 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The D1X was unveiled 6 years prior to the D80 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D1X being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon D80 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the D1X matches up against the D80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D1X and Nikon D80. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D1X Gallery and Nikon D80 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon D1X provides physical dimensions 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 Nikon D80 has measurements of 132mm x 103mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 668 grams (1.47 lbs).

Look at the Nikon D1X vs Nikon D80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the D1X versus the D80.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the D1X and D80 is 51 and 62 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D1X and D80.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon D80 to give more detail having an extra 5MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged D1X is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.