Nikon Df vs Canon EOS 100D

This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon Df and Canon EOS 100D. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Nikon Df is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS 100D is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.

These two camera models were both released 2013.

Camera Released
Nikon Df 2013
Canon EOS 100D 2013

Type of camera

Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Nikon Df has a "Nikon FX"-sensor while Canon EOS 100D has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Nikon Df 50 mm
Full-frame sensor
No crop factor/focal length multiplier
Canon EOS 100D 80 mm
Canon APS-C sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6

** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"

Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)

Resolution

Nikon Df has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 100D has 18 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Nikon Df 16 MP
16163840 pixels
4928 x 3280
Canon EOS 100D 18 MP
17915904 pixels
5184 x 3456

Canon EOS 100D has a 11 % larger resolution than Nikon Df. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.

ISO range

Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 12800.

Camera ISO Range
Nikon Df 100-12800
Canon EOS 100D 100-12800

Autofocus and lens compatibility

Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Df
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 100D

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon Df can shoot up to 5,5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 100D can shoot up to 4 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Nikon Df 5,5
Canon EOS 100D 4

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Canon EOS 100D. Sadly, the Nikon Df does not support this.

Weight

The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.

Nikon Df weighs 760 gr (equal to 1.68 lb) which is 87% heavier than Canon EOS 100D and its 407 gr (or 0.9 lb).

Camera Weight
Nikon Df 760 gr
1.68 lb
Canon EOS 100D 407 gr
0.9 lb

Nikon Df vs Canon EOS 100D Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon Df and Canon EOS 100D, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.

Product
Nikon Df
Canon EOS 100D
Name Nikon Df Canon EOS 100D
Manufacturer Nikon Canon
Release Date and Price
Nikon Df
Canon EOS 100D
Release Year 2013 2013
Release Date 2013-11-05 2013-03-21
MSRP 2749 USD 799 USD
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Camera Type
Nikon Df
Canon EOS 100D
Camera Type DSLR DSLR
Sensor
Nikon Df
Canon EOS 100D
Sensor Size Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm)
Also known as "FX"
APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm)
Sensor Type CMOS CMOS
Resolution 4928 x 3280 pixels 5184 x 3456 pixels
Megapixels 16 MP 18 MP
Image Processor EXPEED 3 DIGIC 5
Image
Nikon Df
Canon EOS 100D
ISO Range 100 - 12800 100 - 12800
White Balance Presets 12 6
Custom White Balance Yes Yes
Image Stabilization No No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating 0 stops 0 stops
Uncompressed format RAW + TIFF RAW
Optics & Focus
Nikon Df
Canon EOS 100D
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points 39 7
Lens Mount Nikon F

See Compatible Lenses
Canon EF
Canon EF-S

See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier FX (Full frame)
No multiplier
Example:
24 mm remains 24 mm
50 mm remains 50 mm
100 mm remains 100 mm
200 mm remains 200 mm
APS-C Sensor
1.6x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 38 mm
50 mm becomes 80 mm
100 mm becomes 160 mm
200 mm becomes 320 mm
Screen & Viewfinder
Nikon Df
Canon EOS 100D
Articulated LCD Fixed Fixed
Screen size 3,2” 3”
Screen dots 921000 1040000
Touch screen No Yes
Screen type TFT LCD N/A
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage 100% 95%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.7× 0.87×
Viewfinder Resolution N/A 0
Photography features
Nikon Df
Canon EOS 100D
Frames per second 5,5 fps 4 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash No Yes
Built-in Flash Range N/A 9 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse No No
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Partial
Exposure Compensation +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features
Nikon Df
Canon EOS 100D
Video recording No Yes
Video format N/A MPEG4
H.264
Video resolution N/A 1280 x 720
Built-in Microphone No Yes
Built-in Speakers No Yes
Storage
Nikon Df
Canon EOS 100D
Memory Card SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Nikon Df
Canon EOS 100D
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port No Yes
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Optional via WU-1a wireless mobile adapter
Yes
Eye-Fi Connected
Remote Control Yes (Cable release, wireless remote) Yes (RC-6)
GPS Yes
Optional with GP-1 or GP-1A
Yes
Optional
Body & Dimensions
Nikon Df
Canon EOS 100D
Enviromentally sealed Yes No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details EN-EL14/EN-EL14a lithium-ion battery and charger
Lithium-Ion LP-E12 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 1400 shots 380 shots
Width 144 mm 117 mm
Height 110 mm 91 mm
Depth 67 mm 69 mm
Weight 760 gram 407 gram