Nikon D1X weighs
1200 g (2.65 lb / 42.33 oz) and has external dimensions of
157 x 153 x 85 mm (6.18 x 6.02 x 3.35″). Considering that the average weight of DSLR type cameras is 773g, Nikon D1X is a significantly heavy camera for its class. With a thickness of 85mm, it has an average thickness.
Weight Comparison
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Thickness Comparison
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In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Nikon D1X, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.
Physical size of the Nikon D1X Body Compared to a Credit Card and an AA Battery
Now let's compare Nikon D1X size with the camera that it replaced: Nikon D1. As depicted on the comparison image, and have the exact same height, width and thickness.
Comparison image of Nikon D1X and Nikon D1 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Nikon D1X with its main competitors:
Nikon D1X Size Compared to Main Competitors
Weather Sealing
Nikon D1X has environmental sealings on its body which makes it a weather resistant camera, providing resistance against the water and dust getting in to the camera. If you like outdoors photography and want to be able to use your camera in extreme conditions, Nikon D1X will serve you well. If you attach one of these Nikon D1X weather-sealed lenses to your camera, you will have a great all weather kit.