Nikon Z f vs Nikon D1
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon Z f and Nikon D1. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Nikon.
Nikon Z f were released 2023 and Nikon D1 was released 1999. That is a 24 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon Z f | 2023 |
Nikon D1 | 1999 |
Type of camera
Nikon Z f is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D1 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon Z f has a "Nikon FX"-sensor while Nikon D1 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Nikon Z f | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Nikon D1 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Nikon Z f has a 25 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D1 has 2,7 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon Z f |
25 MP
24385536 pixels 6048 x 4032 |
Nikon D1 |
2,7 MP
2624000 pixels 2000 x 1312 |
Nikon Z f has a 829 % larger resolution than Nikon D1. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Nikon Z f has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D1. Nikon Z f has an ISO range that stretches from 50 to 204800 while Nikon D1 has 200 to 1600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon Z f | 50-204800 |
Nikon D1 | 200-1600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z f
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D1
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon Z f can shoot up to 14 pictures per seconds and Nikon D1 can shoot up to 4,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon Z f | 14 |
Nikon D1 | 4,5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Nikon Z f. Unfortunately Nikon D1 does not support recording movies and movie clips.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Nikon D1 weighs 1200 gr (equal to 2.65 lb) which is 69% heavier than Nikon Z f and its 710 gr (or 1.57 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon Z f | 710 gr 1.57 lb |
Nikon D1 | 1200 gr 2.65 lb |
Nikon Z f vs Nikon D1 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon Z f and Nikon D1, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Nikon Z f |
Nikon D1 |
Name | Nikon Z f | Nikon D1 |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z f |
Nikon D1 |
Release Year | 2023 | 1999 |
Release Date | 2023-09-20 | 1999-06-15 |
MSRP | 1999 USD | 4999 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon Z f |
Nikon D1 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon Z f |
Nikon D1 |
Sensor Size |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Resolution | 6048 x 4032 pixels | 2000 x 1312 pixels |
Megapixels | 25 MP | 2,7 MP |
Image Processor | Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration) | |
Image |
Nikon Z f |
Nikon D1 |
ISO Range | 50 - 204800 | 200 - 1600 |
White Balance Presets | 8 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 8 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon Z f |
Nikon D1 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous |
Focus Points | 273 | 5 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon Z See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Nikon Z f |
Nikon D1 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fixed |
Screen size | 3.2” | 2” |
Screen dots | 2100000 | 130000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | N/A | N/A |
Live view | Yes | No |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 96% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8× | 0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Nikon Z f |
Nikon D1 |
Frames per second | 14 fps | 4,5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 900 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot Partial Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon Z f |
Nikon D1 |
Video recording | Yes | No |
Video format |
H.264 H.265 |
N/A |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
N/A |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Nikon Z f |
Nikon D1 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Nikon Z f |
Nikon D1 |
HDMI Output | Yes | No |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n/a/ac) |
No |
Remote Control | No | Supported |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon Z f |
Nikon D1 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
EN-EL15c
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Rechargeable EN-4 Ni-MH battery
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Battery Life (CIPA) | 380 shots | N/A |
Width | 144 mm | 157 mm |
Height | 103 mm | 153 mm |
Depth | 49 mm | 85 mm |
Weight | 710 gram | 1200 gram |