Nikon Df vs Pentax K-S1
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Nikon Df vs Pentax K-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 204800)
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 760g - 144 x 110 x 67mm
- Announced December 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 558g - 121 x 93 x 70mm
- Launched August 2014
- Updated by Pentax K-S2
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Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Nikon Df vs Pentax K-S1, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the Df (16MP) and the K-S1 (20MP) is relatively close but the Df (Full frame) and K-S1 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.
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Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Df matches up versus the K-S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Nikon Df over the Pentax K-S1
| Df | K-S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimension | 3.2" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-S1 over the Nikon Df
| K-S1 | Df | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2014 |  | December 2013 | Newer by 8 months |
Common features in the Nikon Df and Pentax K-S1
| Df | K-S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 921k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither offers Touch screen |
Nikon Df vs Pentax K-S1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon Df offers external dimensions of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) while the Pentax K-S1 has specifications of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Df compared to the K-S1.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Df and K-S1 is 59 and 69 respectively.
Nikon Df vs Pentax K-S1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The image below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Df and K-S1.
Plainly, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Df because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Pentax K-S1 will result in more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Df will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon Df vs Pentax K-S1 Specifications
| Nikon Df | Pentax K-S1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model | Nikon Df | Pentax K-S1 |
| Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Announced | 2013-12-20 | 2014-08-27 |
| Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Expeed 3 | Prime MII |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 36 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 860.4mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Highest resolution | 4928 x 3280 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 39 | 11 |
| Cross focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
| Amount of lenses | 309 | 151 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen tech | TFT-LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.64x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 5.4 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash options | Auto FP High-speed sync, front-curtain sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, | Auto, auto + redeye, on, on + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/250 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | - | H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Optional | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 760 gr (1.68 pounds) | 558 gr (1.23 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 144 x 110 x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") | 121 x 93 x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 89 | 78 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 24.6 | 23.5 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 13.1 | 13.0 |
| DXO Low light score | 3279 | 1061 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 1400 shots | 410 shots |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL14,EN-EL14a | D-LI109 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, or 20 secs) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $2,747 | $339 |