Nikon 1 S1 vs Nikon Df

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      Specifications

      General Nikon 1 S1 Nikon Df
      BrandNikonNikon
      Model1 S1Df
      Successor ModelNikon 1 S2
      MSRP$2749.95 (body only), $2999.95 / £2749.99 (with 50mm F1.8 lens)
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon 1 S1 Nikon Df
      Sensor TypeCMOSCMOS
      Sensor FormatCXFX
      Sensor Size1-inchFull Frame
      Sensor Dimensions13.2 x 8.8 mm36.0 x 23.9 mm
      Total Pixels12 Megapixel16.6 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels10.1 Megapixel16.2 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 12,800100 - 12,800
      Boosted ISO Range50 - 204,800
      Photo Nikon 1 S1 Nikon Df
      ProcessorEXPEED 3
      Max Image Resolution3872 x 25924928 x 3280
      Other Resolutions3840 x 2160, 2896 x 1944, 1936 x 1296FX: 3696 x 2456, 2464 x 1640; DX crop: 3200 x 2128, 2400 x 1592, 1600 x 1064
      Image Aspect Ratios3:2, 16:93:2
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAW, TIFF
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, normal, basic
      Bit Depth12-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      WB Bracketing2 or 3 shots in 1/3 or 1/2-stop intervals
      Active D-LightingOn
      Off
      Can be selected from:
      Auto
      Extra High
      High
      Normal
      Low
      Off
      Focus Nikon 1 S1 Nikon Df
      Focusing SystemHybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast-detect AF)
      AF-assist illuminator
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, , Manual Focus, Single-Servo AFContinuous-Servo AF, Focus Lock AF Area Mode, Full-Time Servo, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      AF Detection Range-1 to +19 EV
      Number of Focus Points13539
      Number of Cross-type Focus Points9
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Focusing ScreenType B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VIII with AF Area Brackets (grid lines can be displayed)
      Optics Nikon 1 S1 Nikon Df
      Lens MountNikon 1Nikon F
      Crop Factor2.7x1x
      Image Stabilization
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Reflex MirrorQuick-return type
      Screen Nikon 1 S1 Nikon Df
      Screen TypeFixedFixed
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCDTFT-LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size3.0"3.2"
      Screen Resolution460k dot921k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon 1 S1 Nikon Df
      ViewfinderOptical (pentaprism)
      Viewfinder Coverage100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.70x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.70x
      Diopter Adjustment-3 to +1
      Shutter Nikon 1 S1 Nikon Df
      Shutter TypeElectronicElectronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/4000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/16000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting15.0 fps5.5 fps
      Mirror Lock Up
      Flash Nikon 1 S1 Nikon Df
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      Auto with red-eye reduction
      Fill-flash
      Fill-flash with slow sync
      Red-eye reduction
      Red-eye reduction with slow sync
      Rear curtain sync
      Rear curtain with slow sync
      Slow sync with red-eye reduction
      Off
      Auto FP High-speed sync
      front-curtain sync
      rear-curtain sync
      redeye reduction,
      Flash Range5.00 m
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/60 sec1/250 sec
      Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV (1/3 EV steps)-3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
      Flash Bracketing2 to 5 frames in steps of 1/3, 2/3, 1, 2, or 3 EV
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash Systemi-TTL flash control using image sensor availableTTL: i-TTL flash control using 2,016-pixel RGB sensor are available with built-in flash and SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, SB-400 or SB-300; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix and center-weighting metering, standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR with spot metering
      External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe, PC Terminal
      Exposure Nikon 1 S1 Nikon Df
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Multi
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Metering Range0 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±3 (1/3 EV increments)±3 EV (1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±3 EV (2, 3, 5 shots at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV increments)
      Exposure LockLuminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L buttonLuminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
      DXO Nikon 1 S1 Nikon Df
      DxO Low Light ISO3973279
      DxO Color Depth21.424.6
      DxO Dynamic Range11.113.1
      DxO Overall Score5689
      Video Nikon 1 S1 Nikon Df
      Movie File FormatMOV
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264
      Max Video Resolution1920 x 1080
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min
      Terminals Nikon 1 S1 Nikon Df
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Type C Mini
      SpeakerMonoMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon 1 S1 Nikon Df
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi via optional WU-1b mobile adapter via optional WU-1a Wireless Mobile Adapter
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control Optional ML-L3 Cable release, wireless remote
      Environmental Nikon 1 S1 Nikon Df
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
      Operating Humidity0 to 85%
      Physical Nikon 1 S1 Nikon Df
      Dimensions102 x 61 x 30 mm (4.02 x 2.4 x 1.18")144 x 110 x 67 mm (5.67 x 4.33 x 2.64")
      Weight (inc. batteries)197 g (0.43 lb / 6.95 oz)760 g (1.68 lb / 26.81 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)6.8 x 5.7 x 4.2"10.05 x 7.15 x 4.9"
      Package Weight4.05 lb
      Power and Storage Nikon 1 S1 Nikon Df
      Battery PackEN-EL20EN-EL14,EN-EL14a
      Battery Life220 shots1400 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXCSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
      Other Nikon 1 S1 Nikon Df
      Self Timer 2, 5, 10, or 20 secs
      Orientation Sensor
      Electronic Level Gauge
      Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator
      Also visible in LiveView Modes
      Also visible in Viewfinder
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemDust ShieldImage sensor cleaning


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