Nikon D800 vs Nikon Df
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![Nikon D800 front Nikon D800 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-D800/Nikon-D800-front.jpg)
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Nikon D800 vs Nikon Df Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 900g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Released June 2012
- Old Model is Nikon D700
- Replacement is Nikon D810
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 204800)
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 760g - 144 x 110 x 67mm
- Introduced December 2013
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Nikon D800 vs Nikon Df Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Nikon D800 versus Nikon Df, both Advanced DSLR cameras and both of them are sold by Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the D800 (36MP) and Df (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (Full frame).
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The D800 was unveiled 18 months before the Df which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the D800 matches up against the Df for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon D800 vs Nikon Df Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D800 & Nikon Df. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D800 Gallery & Nikon Df Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D800 over the Nikon Df
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Reasons to pick Nikon Df over the Nikon D800
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Introduced | December 2013 | ![]() | June 2012 | Fresher by 18 months |
Common features in the Nikon D800 and Nikon Df
D800 | Df | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.2" | Same screen size |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Nikon D800 vs Nikon Df Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon D800 has got exterior dimensions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs) and the Nikon Df has proportions of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).
Examine the Nikon D800 versus Nikon Df in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the D800 vs the Df.
![Nikon D800 vs Nikon Df size comparison Nikon D800 vs Nikon Df size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D800-vs-Nikon-Df-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D800 and Df is 54 and 59 respectively.
![Nikon D800 vs Nikon Df top view buttons comparison Nikon D800 vs Nikon Df top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D800-vs-Nikon-Df-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon D800 vs Nikon Df Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the D800 and Df.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon D800 to render greater detail having an extra 20MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older D800 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Nikon D800 vs Nikon Df sensor size comparison Nikon D800 vs Nikon Df sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-D800-vs-Nikon-Df-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon D800 vs Nikon Df Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon D800 vs Nikon Df Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon D800 vs Nikon Df Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D800-vs-Nikon-Df-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon D800 vs Nikon Df Specifications
Nikon D800 | Nikon Df | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon D800 | Nikon Df |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2012-06-11 | 2013-12-20 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 3 | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 24mm | 36 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 860.4mm² |
Sensor resolution | 36 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4 and 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 4928 x 3280 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 51 | 39 |
Cross focus points | 15 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Number of lenses | 309 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3.2" |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD with 170 degrees wide-viewing angle | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain, High-speed sync | Auto FP High-speed sync, front-curtain sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 900 gr (1.98 pounds) | 760 gr (1.68 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") | 144 x 110 x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 95 | 89 |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.3 | 24.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.4 | 13.1 |
DXO Low light score | 2853 | 3279 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 images | 1400 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | EN-EL14,EN-EL14a |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec, 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2 or 3 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10, or 20 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I), SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 2 | Single |
Retail price | $2,999 | $2,747 |