Nikon Df vs Sony A700
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Nikon Df vs Sony A700 Key Specs
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- 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)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 768g - 142 x 105 x 80mm
- Launched December 2007
- Earlier Model is Konica Minolta 7D
- Refreshed by Sony A77
Nikon Df vs Sony A700 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Nikon Df and Sony A700, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the Df (16MP) and A700 (12MP) and the Df (Full frame) and A700 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Df was introduced 6 years later than the A700 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Df scores vs the A700 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Df vs Sony A700 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Df & Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Df Gallery & Sony A700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Df over the Sony A700
Df | A700 | |||
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Launched | December 2013 | December 2007 | More recent by 74 months | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 920k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A700 over the Nikon Df
A700 | Df |
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Common features in the Nikon Df and Sony A700
Df | A700 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Nikon Df vs Sony A700 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon Df enjoys exterior dimensions of 144mm x 110mm x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) and the Sony A700 has proportions of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon Df and Sony A700 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Df against the A700.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Df and A700 is 59 and 58 respectively.
Nikon Df vs Sony A700 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The visual below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Df and A700.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Df using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Df will produce more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger Df will have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Nikon Df vs Sony A700 Specifications
Nikon Df | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Df | Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2013-12-20 | 2007-12-19 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 860.4mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4928 x 3280 | 4272 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 39 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | 309 | 143 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto FP High-speed sync, front-curtain sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, rear curtain, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | None | None |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
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 gr (1.68 lb) | 768 gr (1.69 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 110 x 67mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.6") | 142 x 105 x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 89 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.6 | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.1 | 11.9 |
DXO Low light score | 3279 | 581 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1400 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL14,EN-EL14a | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo |
Storage slots | One | Two |
Launch price | $2,747 | $1,000 |