Nikon D800 vs Nikon Df

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.

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.

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).

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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.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D800 and Df is 54 and 59 respectively.

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.