Nikon Df vs Samsung GX-1S

On this page, we are reviewing the Nikon Df versus Samsung GX-1S, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the Df (16MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the Df (Full frame) and GX-1S (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The Df was announced 8 years later than the GX-1S and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the Df grades versus the GX-1S in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Df & Samsung GX-1S. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Df Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon Df offers outside dimensions of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") and a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1S has specifications of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Examine the Nikon Df versus Samsung GX-1S in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Df vs the GX-1S.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Df and GX-1S is 59 and 68 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Df and GX-1S.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Df having a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Df will resolve more detail with its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern Df is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.