Nikon D50 vs Nikon Df

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon D50 versus Nikon Df, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and they are both offered by Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the D50 (6MP) and Df (16MP) and the D50 (APS-C) and Df (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The D50 was manufactured 9 years earlier than the Df which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the D50 matches up vs the Df with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D50 & Nikon Df. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon D50 Gallery & Nikon Df Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon D50 enjoys outer measurements of 133mm x 102mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Nikon Df has measurements of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") and a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Compare the Nikon D50 versus Nikon Df in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the D50 against the Df.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D50 and Df is 64 and 59 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The image here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the D50 and Df.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D50 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Nikon Df will give extra detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged D50 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.