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Nikon Df DSLR Camera Body, Black {16MP}

Model #361956
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Nikon Df: full-frame D4 sensor in a photographer's DSLR.

The Nikon Df runs the same 16MP full-frame CMOS sensor found in the D4, Nikon's flagship at the time of its 2013 release. That sensor earned a strong reputation for low-light performance, and the Df puts it inside a body built around physical dials for shutter speed, ISO, and exposure compensation. There is no buried menu required to change these fundamental settings. You read them at a glance on the top plate. The Df shoots at 5.5 fps, uses a 39-point AF system with 9 cross-type sensors, and the optical pentaprism viewfinder covers 100% of the frame at 0.70x magnification. Battery life is rated at approximately 1,400 exposures.

The Df accepts any Nikon F-mount lens, including pre-AI glass through a dedicated coupling lever on the front of the body. That makes it one of the few digital bodies capable of metering with manual-era Nikkor lenses without modification. It records to a single SD card slot, outputs via HDMI, and includes a hot shoe for flash. There is no video, no built-in flash, and no in-body stabilization. Those omissions are not oversights, they reflect a deliberate focus on still photography.

For the price of a mid-range DSLR, this is an entry point to a sensor that was previously accessible only in five-figure professional bodies. That remains a straightforward value proposition for anyone who shoots stills and shoots them seriously.

Who It's For

Photographers with a collection of older Nikkor glass, AI, AI-S, or non-AI, gain a digital body that actually meters with those lenses, something most DSLRs cannot do. Low-light shooters, particularly portrait and event photographers working in difficult ambient conditions, benefit from a sensor with a proven record at high ISO. Street photographers who prefer reading exposure settings from physical dials than scrolling menus will find the top-plate controls match the way they already think about exposure. Documentary and travel photographers who shoot exclusively stills and want a compact full-frame body without paying for video hardware they will never use have a direct use case here.

Key Features

  • 16MP full-frame CMOS sensor from Nikon D4
  • 39-point AF system with 9 cross-type sensors
  • 5.5 fps continuous shooting speed
  • Physical dials for shutter speed, ISO, and exposure compensation
  • 100% coverage pentaprism viewfinder at 0.70x magnification
  • Accepts all Nikon F-mount lenses, including pre-AI glass via coupling lever
  • Single SD card slot with HDMI and hot shoe connectivity

FAQ

What sensor does the Df use?
The same 16MP full-frame CMOS sensor found in the Nikon D4, Nikon's flagship DSLR at the time. It has a strong reputation for low-light performance and delivers D4-level image quality at a fraction of the cost.
Can I use old manual Nikon lenses on the Df?
Yes. The Df has a dedicated AI coupling lever on the front that lets you meter with pre-AI manual Nikon lenses without modification, making it one of the few digital bodies capable of this. Non-AI lenses require aperture programming in the camera.
Does the Df shoot video?
No. Video was deliberately omitted as a philosophical choice to keep the camera focused on still photography. The omission reflects the design intent rather than a technical limitation.
How fast does the Df shoot, and what's its AF system like?
It shoots at 5.5 fps and uses a 39-point AF system with 9 cross-type sensors. All AF points cluster in the center of the frame; there are no sensors near the edges or corners. The camera lacks an AF illuminator, so it won't autofocus in very dim light.
What's the battery life?
The EN-EL14a battery is rated for approximately 1,400 exposures per charge.
How do I change shutter speed and ISO?
Both have dedicated physical dials on the top plate. Shutter speed sits at top right with a locking button; ISO is a stacked dial at top left. No buried menu required. You read both settings at a glance.
What storage and connectivity does the Df support?
Single SD card slot. HDMI output and a hot shoe for external flash. No built-in flash, no in-body stabilization, and no Wi-Fi.
SpecificationValue
SensorFull Frame (35mm)
Resolution16.0 MP
MountNikon F
ColorBlack
Data Quality NotesNo retailer spec sheets available. Product identity confirms Nikon Df Black body (MPN 1,525, UPC 18,208,015,252) with 16MP sensor. Legacy DB record appears mismatched (references Nikon D1, 1,999, 3MP ...

This description was generated using AI based on KEH's internal product standards, product expertise, and knowing what customers care about most. While we strive for accuracy, details may vary by individual item.

Brand Name Nikon
Flash System Nikon i-TTL
Focus Type Autofocus (camera motor), Autofocus (lens motor)
Lens Mount Nikon F Non-Ai, Nikon F Mount Ai, Nikon F Mount Ai-S, Nikon F Mount Ai & contacts (Ai-P), Nikon F Mount AF (pre-D), Nikon F Mount D Type, Nikon F Mount G Type, Nikon F Mount E Type
Memory Card Type SD, SDHC, SDHC UHS-I, SDXC, SDXC UHS-I