Nikon D5300 vs Nikon Df

The following is a thorough review of the Nikon D5300 versus Nikon Df, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both are created by Nikon. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the D5300 (24MP) and Df (16MP) and the D5300 (APS-C) and Df (Full frame) provide totally different sensor size.

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The D5300 was unveiled 2 months after the Df so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon D5300 being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon Df being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the D5300 grades versus the Df for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D5300 and Nikon Df. The full galleries are available at Nikon D5300 Gallery and Nikon Df Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D5300 provides exterior measurements of 125mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 480 grams (1.06 lbs) whilst the Nikon Df has dimensions of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") along with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Examine the Nikon D5300 versus Nikon Df in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the D5300 vs the Df.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the D5300 and Df is 68 and 59 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the D5300 and Df.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D5300 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Nikon D5300 will show more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively.