Nikon Df vs Sony A99 II
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Nikon Df vs Sony A99 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 204800)
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 760g - 144 x 110 x 67mm
- Announced December 2013
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 849g - 143 x 104 x 76mm
- Introduced September 2016
- Succeeded the Sony A99
Nikon Df vs Sony A99 II Overview
The following is a complete assessment of the Nikon Df versus Sony A99 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the Df (16MP) and A99 II (42MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (Full frame).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Df was revealed 3 years prior to the A99 II which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Df scores vs the A99 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Df vs Sony A99 II Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Df and Sony Alpha A99 II. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Df Gallery and Sony A99 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Df over the Sony A99 II
Df | A99 II | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony A99 II over the Nikon Df
A99 II | Df | |||
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Introduced | September 2016 | December 2013 | Newer by 33 months | |
Screen type | Fully articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 921k | Crisper screen (+308k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Df and Sony A99 II
Df | A99 II | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon Df vs Sony A99 II Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon Df features physical 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 Sony A99 II has sizing of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") and a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).
Compare the Nikon Df versus Sony A99 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Df and the A99 II.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Df and A99 II is 59 and 57 respectively.
Nikon Df vs Sony A99 II Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking specs. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Df and A99 II.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony A99 II to give you more detail because of its extra 26MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged Df is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Nikon Df vs Sony A99 II Specifications
Nikon Df | Sony Alpha A99 II | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Df | Sony Alpha A99 II |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2013-12-20 | 2016-09-19 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 3 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 23.9mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 860.4mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 42 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4928 x 3280 | 7952 x 5304 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 39 | 399 |
Cross focus points | 9 | 79 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 309 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully articulated |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto FP High-speed sync, front-curtain sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, redeye reduction, rear sync, high-speed sync, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 760 grams (1.68 pounds) | 849 grams (1.87 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 110 x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") | 143 x 104 x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 89 | 92 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.6 | 25.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.1 | 13.4 |
DXO Low light score | 3279 | 2317 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1400 photographs | 490 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | NP-FM500H lithium-ion battery & charger |
Battery model | EN-EL14,EN-EL14a | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, or 20 secs) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC/MS Duo slots |
Storage slots | One | Dual |
Price at launch | $2,747 | $3,198 |