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Any signs of a Df-like camera?
« on: September 04, 2017, 16:27:06 »
With all the talk of the D500 and the D850, the Df concept seems to not be moving forward? Smaller, lighter, full frame, emphasis on external controls? I don't frequent all the rumor sites, so maybe there have been things posted -- is there any sign of this coming?

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Re: Any signs of a Df-like camera?
« Reply #1 on: September 04, 2017, 16:41:43 »
I hear nothing, not even an upgrade. My guess is that the current DF is a 1 off and will most likely not be replicated.
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Re: Any signs of a Df-like camera?
« Reply #2 on: September 04, 2017, 17:57:57 »
I hear nothing, not even an upgrade. My guess is that the current DF is a 1 off and will most likely not be replicated.
I fear you are right. How do you compare the D500 and Df, in handling and low light focus ability ?

I am tempted by Fuji but then I am DX then why not stay Nikon.


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Re: Any signs of a Df-like camera?
« Reply #3 on: September 04, 2017, 18:06:12 »
D500 vs Df is a typical apple to orange comparison. Not very meaningful in my opinion. I have both, but seldom use them concurrently.

The D500 is OK with AFS lenses and Df is superb with manual focus lenses.

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Re: Any signs of a Df-like camera?
« Reply #4 on: September 04, 2017, 20:30:19 »
D500 vs Df is a typical apple to orange comparison.

Of course. Luckily I like most fruit! The comparison came to mind as I think they are about the same weight and size although have not looked it up exactly. I was wondering how much the D500 had closed the gap on low light imaging. I love the Df sensor, but have long had problems with low light AF on the Df.

The real point of the thread was whether another Df is coming. Maybe they are stuck on what to name it.... Df10 or Df50 ?   ;D

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Re: Any signs of a Df-like camera?
« Reply #5 on: September 04, 2017, 22:10:37 »
Df2 would be my guess for the name.

I think the Df has been reasonably successful for Nikon, a little more popular than expected, so there is hope they might bring out a successor.

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Re: Any signs of a Df-like camera?
« Reply #6 on: September 04, 2017, 22:30:34 »
The Df and the D500 is two very different "animals" I have both, but they are for very different purposes. The Df is better than the D500 at low light by far, but I would never shoot sports with the Df ;)

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Re: Any signs of a Df-like camera?
« Reply #7 on: September 05, 2017, 01:03:35 »
I fear you are right. How do you compare the D500 and Df, in handling and low light focus ability ?

I am tempted by Fuji but then I am DX then why not stay Nikon.

I use the D500 and DF for 2 very different applications.  The D500 is a work tool and the DF is a very deliberate image making machine that I use to shoot for my own pleasures.

As Bjorn stated, the DF excels at manual focus glass and lens adaptability.
AF wise, the D500 would outclass the DF in almost every metric. 
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Re: Any signs of a Df-like camera?
« Reply #8 on: September 05, 2017, 04:59:08 »
there will be none. I talked to the people in charge of the Df team  :o :o :o

the Df is the last of its kind due to poor sales overseas. it is popular here, tho...

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Re: Any signs of a Df-like camera?
« Reply #9 on: September 05, 2017, 05:21:52 »
there will be none. I talked to the people in charge of the Df team  :o :o :o

the Df is the last of its kind due to poor sales overseas. it is popular here, tho...

I really like mine. Will be sad not to see a version with the latest in available light quality.

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Re: Any signs of a Df-like camera?
« Reply #10 on: September 05, 2017, 05:34:15 »
it was affected by low sales overseas and also by internal restructuring :o :o :o
this is what I understood  ::)

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Re: Any signs of a Df-like camera?
« Reply #11 on: September 05, 2017, 09:44:21 »
Hi Richard,

i am sure there will be a new version: A mirrorless FX-camera is announced. D850 is released and a new 6xx or 7xx will not be mirrorless, A classic DF2 with mirror will not be released. Let us wait for 2018. ;) But i will not by a mirrorless version: Need the OVF!

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Re: Any signs of a Df-like camera?
« Reply #12 on: September 05, 2017, 11:06:48 »
there will be none. I talked to the people in charge of the Df team  :o :o :o

the Df is the last of its kind due to poor sales overseas. it is popular here, tho...

What is the most important aspect of the Df to owners here at NikonGear? Is it the control layout or is it the image sensor, pentaprism and focus screen?

Why would sales be poor "overseas?"

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Re: Any signs of a Df-like camera?
« Reply #13 on: September 05, 2017, 11:09:08 »
I meet a lot of people using the Df, thus "poor sales" must be on some relative scale ....

The Df is a totality concept and has to be approached as such. It brings enjoyment and pleasure back into one's photography.

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Re: Any signs of a Df-like camera?
« Reply #14 on: September 05, 2017, 11:17:13 »
many people also buy used so this is also contributing to the "poor sales". ::)
it includes me  :o :o :o

definitely relative to other cameras like the D750 which is a blockbuster.
the Df is still selling steady now here in Japan where lovers of older Nikkors are plenty  8)

Nikon's biggest market is north america.