Nikon D3X vs Nikon Z6

Below is a thorough overview of the Nikon D3X and Nikon Z6, former being a Pro DSLR while the other is a Pro Mirrorless and they are both manufactured by Nikon. The image resolution of the D3X (25MP) and the Z6 (25MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The D3X was announced 10 years prior to the Z6 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon D3X being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon Z6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the D3X matches up against the Z6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D3X & Nikon Z6. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D3X Gallery & Nikon Z6 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon D3X comes with exterior measurements of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") and a weight of 1260 grams (2.78 lbs) while the Nikon Z6 has measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the D3X and the Z6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D3X and Z6 is 51 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the D3X and Z6.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files but you should factor the age of the cameras into account. The older D3X will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.