Nikon Df vs Panasonic GH1
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Nikon Df vs Panasonic GH1 Key Specs
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- 16MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 204800)
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 760g - 144 x 110 x 67mm
- Introduced December 2013
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- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 124 x 90 x 45mm
- Launched July 2009
- Later Model is Panasonic GH2
Nikon Df vs Panasonic GH1 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon Df vs Panasonic GH1, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the Df (16MP) and GH1 (12MP) and the Df (Full frame) and GH1 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor sizes.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe Df was launched 4 years after the GH1 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Df being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Df grades versus the GH1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Df vs Panasonic GH1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Df and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Df Gallery and Panasonic GH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Df over the Panasonic GH1
Df | GH1 | |||
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Launched | December 2013 | July 2009 | More modern by 55 months | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH1 over the Nikon Df
GH1 | Df | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Df and Panasonic GH1
Df | GH1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Nikon Df vs Panasonic GH1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon Df offers exterior measurements of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH1 has measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).
Compare the Nikon Df vs Panasonic GH1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Df and the GH1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Df and GH1 is 59 and 81 respectively.
Nikon Df vs Panasonic GH1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The picture below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Df and GH1.
Plainly, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Df featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Nikon Df will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger Df provides an edge in sensor tech.
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Nikon Df vs Panasonic GH1 Specifications
Nikon Df | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Df | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2013-12-20 | 2009-07-10 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 3 | Venus Engine HD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 23.9mm | 18.89 x 14.48mm |
Sensor surface area | 860.4mm² | 273.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4928 x 3280 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 39 | - |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 309 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto FP High-speed sync, front-curtain sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 760 gr (1.68 pounds) | 385 gr (0.85 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 110 x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") | 124 x 90 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 89 | 64 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.6 | 21.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.1 | 11.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 3279 | 772 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1400 pictures | 320 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL14,EN-EL14a | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $2,747 | $949 |