The new Nikon Df is beautiful

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This is the Nikon Df camera *UPDATED* - Nikon Rumors


The new camera will be called Nikon DF which stand for "Digital Fusion"
Nikon FM2 like design, but with a larger pentaprism
Most likely be available in two colors - all black and silver/black (a.k.a. as Panda version)
Standard Nikon F-mount
Pentaprism viewfinder (meaning the camera will not be mirrorless)
16.2MP 36x23,9 full frame sensor (same as in the D4?)
The AF system of the Nikon DF will be most likely the same as in the D610 with 39 points
SD memory card
2016-pixel RGB image sensor
9-cell framing grid display
3D color matrix metering II
Native ISO range: 100-12,800 (incl. ISO 50 and ISO 102,400)
5.5 fps for up to 100 shots
3.2" LCD screen
Expeed 3 processor
Battery:EN-EL14
Dimensions: 143.5 x 110 x 66.5mm
Weight: 765g
No video recording capabilities
The camera will meter even with non-AI lenses down to full aperture
The camera will ship with a new special edition Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G lens to match the look/design of the body
The camera will have physical controls and excellent build quality (which explains the 765g weight)
Nikon calls it a "hybrid" camera - not sure what exactly they mean with that
The Nikon DF will have settings for 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 aspect ratios
The announcement will be on November 5th right on time for Le Salon de la Photo show that will take place in Paris (November 7-11, 2013)


Read more on NikonRumors.com: Nikon DF camera rumors recap - Nikon Rumors
 
yes, that camera looks amazing (and probably performs fantastic too).
I won't be able to afford to buy one (with all the lenses I'd need to buy). But maybe one day... in a few years... :)
(and if I'm honest, I already have all the stuff I "need" - and more... But we all know that story ;) )
 
Kirk Tuck had a recent blog post about how, at least in his opinion, the camera companies are trying harder and harder to appeal to a graying audience by catering to their memories of retro camera designs.

Case in point.
 
Kirk Tuck had a recent blog post about how, at least in his opinion, the camera companies are trying harder and harder to appeal to a graying audience by catering to their memories of retro camera designs.

Case in point.

Couldn't agree with you more!

The camera looks fantastic, but why does it need to be a DSLR? People aren't buying Fuji and Olympus cameras just because they look retro. They are buying them because they have innovative technology, great IQ and are much smaller and lighter than DSLRs. It seems like a failed opportunity by Nikon, especially after looking at Sony's more aggressive release (of course, not many people like the looks of the A7/R).
 
Couldn't agree with you more!

The camera looks fantastic, but why does it need to be a DSLR? People aren't buying Fuji and Olympus cameras just because they look retro. They are buying them because they have innovative technology, great IQ and are much smaller and lighter than DSLRs. It seems like a failed opportunity by Nikon, especially after looking at Sony's more aggressive release (of course, not many people like the looks of the A7/R).


I don't even care if it works !
It looks nice :)
 
Kirk Tuck had a recent blog post about how, at least in his opinion, the camera companies are trying harder and harder to appeal to a graying audience by catering to their memories of retro camera designs.

Case in point.

Counterpoint: As a guy with only a tiny sprinkling of greys up on the roof, I look at a camera like this and, yes, admire the front of it. But the front view isn't going to get me buying it. With gets my britches tight is the top plate... namely the dedicated, labeled, metal controls. And it's not really just an aesthetic thing, hence my bothering to reply here. It is incredibly useful to have damned labeled, REAL controls for the things I use constantly. Only thing missing is the Ap ring on that lens... I'm sure it's accessible somewhere easy, but everything else is right there and not an assignable button or whatever. ISO ring, +/- 3 EV, shutter speed. Direct, manual input controls with labels. I've come to expect it on cameras now at some level. I am angry when I handle a camera that doesn't make those things easy to see and control, like being in a car where the steering wheel is hidden under the emergency brake lever or something.
 
Kirk Tuck had a recent blog post about how, at least in his opinion, the camera companies are trying harder and harder to appeal to a graying audience by catering to their memories of retro camera designs.

Case in point.

Couldn't agree with you more!

The camera looks fantastic, but why does it need to be a DSLR? People aren't buying Fuji and Olympus cameras just because they look retro. They are buying them because they have innovative technology, great IQ and are much smaller and lighter than DSLRs. It seems like a failed opportunity by Nikon, especially after looking at Sony's more aggressive release (of course, not many people like the looks of the A7/R).

I haven't read the Kirk Tuck article, but I don't think the retro look applies exclusively - or even primarily - to the graying crowd. The so-called "retro look" includes legitimate design and handling benefits.

Nikon already has a mirrorless system. They probably don't want to compete with themselves at this stage.
 
BTW I have plenty of gray hairs. Thanks to those things called genes. And kids.

It is a sharp looking camera and I completely agree on the idea of moving commonly used controls to the exterior as physicals controls.

But... it's another DSLR. I'm telling you, if this had been mirrorless FF it could have knocked the wind out of Sony.
 
Oh dear ! !

Couldn't agree more, what an ugly looking camera. Nikon has taken retro to a new level of unnecessary design with too many buttons, dials and over designed looks. In saying that though, I'm glad to see that FF cameras are now coming nearer to the enthusiasts reach as I've said for years, FF sensors should be available to all photographers and not just for the 'Professional' photographer. At least this is another option that will force other manufacturers to produce FF cameras to compete — roll on Fujifilm bringing out an X-Pro camera with FF,


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BTW I have plenty of gray hairs. Thanks to those things called genes. And kids.

It is a sharp looking camera and I completely agree on the idea of moving commonly used controls to the exterior as physicals controls.

But... it's another DSLR. I'm telling you, if this had been mirrorless FF it could have knocked the wind out of Sony.

I think mirrorless would be antithetical to the "pure" purpose of the Df. This camera "doesn't even do video".

I don't know about users of other brands, but there are a number of Pentax users who have been vocal in wanting a digital reincarnation of the K1000. This Nikon seems closest to that ethos.

"Only" 16 MP is real interesting.
 
Still waiting for the digital OM-1, and not just a sorta retro look. Alas, probably never gonna get it, so this is really interesting to me. At least until I get a closer look. OH! Nearly forgot. Takes money! Oh well I like the idea anyway. :)
 
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