Nikon Df why I still love it after 10 years
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- Опубліковано 6 гру 2023
- Explore the heritage of Nikon's Full Frame DSLRs with a retro design, offering compatibility with lenses spanning 70 years of Nikon F-mount history. Through the classic mirror viewfinder, experience a 1:1 real picture, a feature that mirrorless cameras cannot replicate.
The Nikon DF (Digital Fusion) is considered unique in the world of digital cameras for several reasons:
Design and Aesthetics:
The Nikon DF stands out due to its retro design that pays homage to classic 35mm film SLR cameras, particularly Nikon's F series.
It features manual control dials and a classic design that appeals to photographers who appreciate the look and feel of traditional film cameras.
Sensor Technology:
The DF incorporates a full-frame sensor, providing high image quality and performance, especially in low-light conditions.
It uses the same sensor as the Nikon D4, a professional-grade camera, offering excellent dynamic range and low-light performance.
Simplified Controls:
In contrast to many modern digital cameras with complex menus and numerous buttons, the DF simplifies controls, emphasizing manual settings.
It offers dedicated dials for shutter speed, ISO, and exposure compensation, providing a more tactile and direct shooting experience.
Versatility:
The Nikon DF is compatible with a wide range of Nikon F-mount lenses, including both modern and older manual focus lenses, enhancing its versatility for different shooting styles.
Target Audience:
The DF is designed for a specific audience - photographers who appreciate the nostalgia and tactile experience of shooting with classic film cameras but still want the convenience and capabilities of a digital camera.
Unique Positioning:
In the market, the Nikon DF stands out as a unique offering that bridges the gap between traditional film photography and modern digital technology, appealing to a niche audience of photographers who desire a blend of both worlds.
It's worth noting that opinions on the Nikon DF vary. While some photographers appreciate its unique design and manual controls, others criticize it for not fully embracing modern digital features. The camera's uniqueness lies in its attempt to blend classic aesthetics with contemporary technology.
Is there any alternatives ? Yes - Leica rangefinder M, now Nikon ZF. There is a lot of crop variants outside but with them you can not fully try all range of historical optics.
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The DF looks much sexier than the ZF. The DF produces amazing images
Very enjoyable video and I did the same thing with my D700 and my D300 in that I added focussing screens to both of them. I had many lenses left over from the film era which I installed dandelion chips in so they communicated with the new cameras. These old lenses were very sharp and they had a lot of character. I compared the 135 AIS to the 135 AF lens and I like the Bokeh of the 135 AIS lens much better. Ken Rockwell calls it the cream machine because the background is so beautiful. Even the 85 mm AIS lens has less chromatic aberration than the AFD lens that replaced it. So you’re right the older lenses in someways were better and had a nicer character rendering than the newer ones. I couldn’t afford the 28 1.4, but I do have the 28 F2 and I love that lens and I used it on my D3 hundred before I had a D700 as a normal lens. Now I have the Z5 and the Zfc and I have the 40 mm F2 lens which is similar to my old 28 F2 on the D300. It is a nice compromise between 50 and 35 mm lenses. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and appreciate the Candid review of Nikon sticking to an analogue style camera which now they have three of because a lot of people love those cameras during the film era so as a result, these cameras sold like hotcakes to people who wanted that same experience. Regards, Gerry.
I was very tempted to get a DF, and I also looked at the Fz. If Nikon did an FTZ adapter with a focus motor for my AF-D lenses I would have bought one, but they don't and I think never will. I bought a D780 in the end.
That was a wonderful video of your camera gear. I have the ZF and it's wonderful to shoot. I also have the D610, so I'm familiar with the autofocus system in the Df. For the autofocus, it does a good job. I understand the autofocus points are closer to the middle, but I still autofocus and recompose my shot with the D610. As technologically advance the ZF is, it's fun to return to a DSLR to take pictures with. Thank you for your video.
Love the Df
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Thank you! And such a wonderful collection of lenses.
I will be getting the Zf, but I will only use manual lenses(Nikon F-Mount), simply because that's all I have.
I currently have a few Voigtlander SLII-S lenses and 3 Zeiss Milvus lenses. Yes, the Zeiss Milvus lenses will look awkward, on the Zf but I don't really care, that's all I have and they are good lenses.Secondly, I want the Zf primarily for video, streaming and the occasional photography.
The Df is looking very appealing for photography, especially because it has the retro vibe, that I like.
Nice Video. I have that same camera, I got it two years ago, factory refurbished directly from Nikon with no clicks on the shutter. Mine is like brand new. I've noticed that since Nikon has made the F mount obsolete with the new Z mount, that the lenses are much much more affordable. That's a good feature.
Wow… very nice! I got the same Df silver with the special edition 50 1.8G it came with, also the 28 1.4D, the 85 1.4D, and the 45 2.8D tilt shift.
Question: using the focusing mirror from FM3 to have a split screen in the viewfinder while using MF lenses, which is a great awesome idea, but how does it work and look when using it with AF lenses?
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Love df. I change the split screen, also. And shoot manual lens on it only. Great experience. I don't care video at all, so any body will video, I feel I am paying for sth I don't use. Nikon should create a DF2, seriously, smaller, better electronic, but leave the rest the same. That'll be perfect.
Where did you get the split screen focus screen for the DF?
Hello,i have found one in a very good price but its missing this tiny plastic flash sync cap. Do you think it loses the weather sealing without this?And i cant find it anywhere to buy it.
Добрый вечер. Замена фокусировочного матового стекла сложная процедура и можно самому это сделать?
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