Nikon Df

Pure photography in a retro-styled digital body

Nikon Df
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model 1529

Key Features

SENSOR 16.2MP Full-frame CMOS sensor (FX format)
PROCESSOR EXPEED 3 image processor
AUTOFOCUS 39-point AF system with 9 cross-type sensors
PHASE DETECTION Multi-CAM 4800 AF sensor module
VIDEO No video recording capability
STABILIZATION None (lens-based stabilization only)
BURST RATE 5.5 fps continuous shooting
VIEWFINDER Pentaprism OVF with 100% coverage and 0.7x magnification
DISPLAY 3.2-inch fixed TFT LCD, 921k dots
CONNECTIVITY USB 2.0, HDMI mini, accessory terminal
MEMORY CARD Single SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I slot
WEATHER SEALING Magnesium alloy body with extensive weather sealing
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 1400 shots per charge (EN-EL14a)

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Nikon Df

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ✓ Present Supports mechanical aperture ring coupling
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ✓ Present
AF-ON Button ✓ Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✗ Not Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Nikon Df

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Nikon Df Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Nikon Df

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Technical Specification

Sensor Full-frame CMOS
Resolution 16.2 Megapixels
ISO Range 100-12,800 (expandable to 50-204,800)
Autofocus 39-point AF system
Shutter Speed 1/4000 to 30 sec, Bulb
Burst Rate 5.5 fps
Video None
Stabilization None
Viewfinder Optical Pentaprism
LCD 3.2-inch fixed
Memory Card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Connectivity USB 2.0, HDMI
Battery Life 1400 shots
Weight 760g (with battery and card)
Dimensions 143.5 x 110 x 66.5 mm