Nikon Df vs Canon EOS Kiss M
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon Df and Canon EOS Kiss M. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon Df is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS Kiss M is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon Df were released 2013 and Canon EOS Kiss M was released 2018. That is a 5 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon Df | 2013 |
Canon EOS Kiss M | 2018 |
Type of camera
Nikon Df is a DSLR camera while Canon EOS Kiss M is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon Df has a "Nikon FX"-sensor while Canon EOS Kiss M 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 Kiss M | 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 Kiss M has 24 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 Kiss M |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS Kiss M has a 48 % 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
Canon EOS Kiss M has a larger ISO-range than Nikon Df. Canon EOS Kiss M has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Nikon Df has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon Df | 100-12800 |
Canon EOS Kiss M | 100-25600 |
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.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS Kiss M belongs to the Canon EOS M-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS M
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Df
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Kiss M
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 Kiss M can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon Df | 5,5 |
Canon EOS Kiss M | 10 |
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 Kiss M. 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 95% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss M and its 390 gr (or 0.86 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon Df | 760 gr 1.68 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss M | 390 gr 0.86 lb |
Nikon Df vs Canon EOS Kiss M Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon Df and Canon EOS Kiss M, 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 Kiss M |
Name | Nikon Df | Canon EOS Kiss M |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon Df |
Canon EOS Kiss M |
Release Year | 2013 | 2018 |
Release Date | 2013-11-05 | 2018-02-26 |
MSRP | 2749 USD | 779 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon Df |
Canon EOS Kiss M |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Nikon Df |
Canon EOS Kiss M |
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 | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 16 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED 3 | DIGIC 8 |
Image |
Nikon Df |
Canon EOS Kiss M |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 25600 |
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 Kiss M |
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 Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 39 | 143 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF-M 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 Kiss M |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3,2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 921000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.7× | |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 2360000 |
Photography features |
Nikon Df |
Canon EOS Kiss M |
Frames per second | 5,5 fps | 10 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 | 5 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon Df |
Canon EOS Kiss M |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution | N/A |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Nikon Df |
Canon EOS Kiss M |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon Df |
Canon EOS Kiss M |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Optional via WU-1a wireless mobile adapter |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (Cable release, wireless remote) | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS |
Yes Optional with GP-1 or GP-1A |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon Df |
Canon EOS Kiss M |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
EN-EL14/EN-EL14a lithium-ion battery and charger
|
LP-E12 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 1400 shots | 235 shots |
Width | 144 mm | 116 mm |
Height | 110 mm | 88 mm |
Depth | 67 mm | 59 mm |
Weight | 760 gram | 390 gram |