Nikon Df vs Panasonic L1
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Nikon Df vs Panasonic L1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 204800)
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 760g - 144 x 110 x 67mm
- Introduced December 2013
(Full Review)
- 7MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 606g - 146 x 87 x 77mm
- Revealed April 2007
Nikon Df vs Panasonic L1 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Nikon Df versus Panasonic L1, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the Df (16MP) and L1 (7MP) and the Df (Full frame) and L1 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Df was launched 6 years after the L1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Df grades against the L1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Df vs Panasonic L1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Df and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Df Gallery and Panasonic L1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Df over the Panasonic L1
Df | L1 | |||
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Revealed | December 2013 | April 2007 | Newer by 82 months | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 207k | Clearer display (+714k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic L1 over the Nikon Df
L1 | Df |
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Common features in the Nikon Df and Panasonic L1
Df | L1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Nikon Df vs Panasonic L1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon Df features exterior dimensions of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") and a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) while the Panasonic L1 has measurements of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Df versus Panasonic L1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Df versus the L1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Df and L1 is 59 and 65 respectively.
Nikon Df vs Panasonic L1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The picture here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Df and L1.
As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Df due to its larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon Df will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more recent Df will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon Df vs Panasonic L1 Specifications
Nikon Df | Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Df | Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2013-12-20 | 2007-04-11 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 23.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 860.4mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 7MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4928 x 3280 | 3136 x 2352 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 39 | 3 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 309 | 45 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 207k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 13.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto FP High-speed sync, front-curtain sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 760 gr (1.68 lb) | 606 gr (1.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 144 x 110 x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") | 146 x 87 x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 89 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 3279 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1400 shots | - |
Battery style | 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 | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $2,747 | $1,500 |