Nikon D1X vs Olympus E-1

The following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon D1X and Olympus E-1, both Pro DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the D1X (5MP) and the E-1 (5MP) is pretty similar but the D1X (APS-C) and E-1 (Four Thirds) use different sensor size.

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The D1X was manufactured 3 years earlier than the E-1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large SLR).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the D1X grades vs the E-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D1X & Olympus E-1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D1X Gallery & Olympus E-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon D1X enjoys outside dimensions of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) and the Olympus E-1 has proportions of 141mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 735 grams (1.62 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the D1X vs the E-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the D1X and E-1 is 51 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The pic here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D1X and E-1.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The D1X has the bigger sensor which will make achieving bokeh easier. The more aged D1X is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.