Nikon Df vs Pentax ist DL2

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Nikon Df and Pentax ist DL2, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Df (16MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) and the Df (Full frame) and ist DL2 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The Df was introduced 8 years after the ist DL2 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Df matches up versus the ist DL2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Df & Pentax ist DL2. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Df Gallery & Pentax ist DL2 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon Df has got outside measurements 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 Pentax ist DL2 has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Df vs the ist DL2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Df and ist DL2 is 59 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The image below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Df and ist DL2.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Df with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon Df will deliver more detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern Df provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.