Nikon Df
This is the new yet old looking Nikon Df. A digital FX (Full frame) camera that looks like a old 35mm film camera. This in itself is not a new concept. Fujifilm has done it, Leica's all look retro even Olympus has a retro styled camera. However the Df has the sensor of Nikon's flagship camera the D4.
Nikon says the "f" in Df stands for Fusion so Df means Digital Fusion...
Anyway, i'm not going to write a review on the camera, mainly because i don't actually have one to review but also because the internet is awash with reviews and previews and opinions. I just like the look of the camera. I love the aluminium dials.
The rear kind of looks like a hybrid film and digital camera "Explains the fusion name"
It has the autofocus system from the D610 and takes a single SD memory card for storage.
The Nikon Df has no video capabilities but i don't really think that will be a problem for the intended market. This camera is retailing in the US at around $2 750 so it's not going to be for anyone new to photography. I see this as a professionals personal carry around camera or for a serious enthusiast that use to shoot in the film days and just enjoys the feel of retro camera design.
In conclusion I think this a beautiful camera, expensive but not intended for your mainstream photographer. Powerful but not good value for money. But then again Ferrari's and Porsche's are not good value for money either, but there is something to be said for beautiful design and this camera may well take you back to a time where you had to know your camera intimately to get the most out of it.
