Nikon Df vs Sony A7

Below, we will be matching up the Nikon Df versus Sony A7, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Df (16MP) and A7 (24MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The Df was manufactured about the same time to the A7 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Df being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Df matches up against the A7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Df & Sony Alpha A7. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Df Gallery & Sony A7 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Df has outside 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) and the Sony A7 has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

Compare the Nikon Df versus Sony A7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Df compared to the A7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Df and A7 is 59 and 78 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The picture here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Df and A7.

All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony A7 to give you extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively.