Nikon Df vs Samsung NX5

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon Df vs Samsung NX5, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Df (16MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is fairly close but the Df (Full frame) and NX5 (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The Df was manufactured 3 years later than the NX5 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Df being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Df grades vs the NX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Df & Samsung NX5. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Df Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon Df provides outside dimensions of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) while the Samsung NX5 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Df vs the NX5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Df and NX5 is 59 and 80 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Df and NX5.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Df featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Df will result in extra detail due to its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer Df should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.