Nikon Df vs Panasonic S1
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Nikon Df vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2011
Nikon Df vs Panasonic S1 Overview
Following is a thorough overview of the Nikon Df versus Panasonic S1, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the Df (16MP) and S1 (12MP) and the Df (Full frame) and S1 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Df was launched 3 years after the S1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Df being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic S1 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Df matches up vs the S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Df vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Df & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Df Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Df over the Panasonic S1
Df | S1 | |||
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Revealed | December 2013 | January 2011 | More modern by 36 months | |
Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Nikon Df
S1 | Df |
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Common features in the Nikon Df and Panasonic S1
Df | S1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Nikon Df vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon Df enjoys outer measurements of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") along with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Df versus Panasonic S1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Df compared to the S1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Df and S1 is 59 and 96 respectively.
Nikon Df vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing specs. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Df and S1.
All in all, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Df due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Df will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern Df is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon Df vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Nikon Df | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Df | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-12-20 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 3 | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 23.9mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 860.4mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3280 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 39 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 309 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto FP High-speed sync, front-curtain sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 760g (1.68 pounds) | 117g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 110 x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 images | 240 images |
Form of battery | 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 | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $2,747 | $269 |