Nikon Df vs Canon 6D Mark II

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Nikon Df vs Canon 6D Mark II

35mm 860.4mm²
16.2 megapixels
ISO 100 - 12,800

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35mm 861.6mm²
26.2 megapixels
ISO 100 - 40,000

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Differences

Nikon Df advantages over Canon 6D Mark II

Bigger pixels
~ 7.31 vs 5.67 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Higher effective ISO

Higher effective ISO

Maximum effective ISO is an estimate of the highest sensitivity at which a camera can capture excellent quality photos.

Cameras with higher effective ISO will be better choices for indoor photography, night shooting, and indoor sports photography, especially if you intend to make large prints.

You can learn more at our glossary entry.

Maximum effective ISO test data courtesy of DxO Mark.
Df test data on DxO Mark 6D Mark II test data on DxO Mark

3,279 vs 2,862 iso
Take photos in low light with less noise
Lighter weight
983g vs 1560g
Lighter weight
Bigger JPEG buffer
Unlimited vs 98 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
Bigger RAW buffer
29 vs 20 shots
Larger buffer for RAW shots (burst mode)
Higher extended ISO
204800 vs 102400 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Canon 6D Mark II advantages over Nikon Df

Less expensive
$1799 vs $2997
Save money for lenses or accessories
Tilt-swivel screen
Tilt-swivel vs none
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Touchscreen
Touch vs No touch
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Built-in Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi vs None
Share your photos wirelessly
NFC
Yes vs No
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Built-in Bluetooth
Yes vs No
Always-on wireless connectivity
Built-in GPS
GPS vs None
Geotag your photos
On-sensor phase detect
Yes vs No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
More telephoto lens reach
105 mm vs 50 mm
Capture objects farther away with the kit lens
External Mic Jack
Jack vs No jack
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
More cross-type AF points
45 vs 9
Cross-type AF points improve autofocus performance
Newer
7 years vs 10 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
Shoots 24p video
Yes vs No
Gives your movies a big-screen feel
Shoots 1080p video
Yes vs No
You'll want this if you shoot video
Less shutter lag
0.17 vs 0.27 sec
Focus and take a photo quickly (wide angle)
More pixels
26.2 vs 16.2 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Shoots 60p video
Yes vs No
A faster framerate can give you more editing options
Wider angle kit lens
24 mm vs 50 mm
Capture more of the scene with the included lens
Faster JPEG shooting
6.5 fps vs 5.4 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Faster RAW shooting
6.5 fps vs 5.4 fps
Faster RAW shooting in burst mode

Similarities

Common Strengths

Eye-level viewfinder
Both provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
Top deck display
Both provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
Pentaprism viewfinder
Both provide
Much better viewfinder picture fidelity
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

Focus peaking
Neither provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Neither provide
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
In-camera panoramas
Neither provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Internal flash
Neither provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Slow-motion videos
Neither provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

User reviews

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Review Excerpt

Same sensor and processor as professional D4; Great image quality; Arguably the best available-light shooter in its class; Handsome, retro styling; Weather-sealed design; Big, clear full-frame viewfinder; Excellent battery life
Expensive; Bulky, yet handgrip is quite modest; Some controls are clumsy; Plastic body panels don't gel with retro aesthetic; Autofocus isn't in the same league as image quality; No AF assist lamp; No movie capture; No portrait grip; Single card slot
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Great vari-angle touchscreen; Dual Pixel CMOS AF; Good image quality in most situations; Impressive performance for its class.
Disappointing dynamic range; No 4K video; Optical viewfinder comes up short; Narrow AF point coverage through viewfinder.
Read our Canon 6D Mark II Review

The Competition

Compared to Canon 5D Mark III

Nikon Df

Canon 5D Mark III

$2747
35mm

Bigger pixels
Higher effective ISO

$2139
35mm

Less expensive
External Mic Jack

Compare Nikon Df vs Canon 5D Mark III

Canon 6D Mark II

Canon 5D Mark III

$1399
35mm

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

$2139
35mm

Dual card slots
More AF points

Compare Canon 6D Mark II vs Canon 5D Mark III

Compared to Sony A99

Nikon Df

Sony A99

$2747
35mm

Lens selection
Bigger pixels

$1998
35mm

Focus peaking
Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Nikon Df vs Sony A99

Canon 6D Mark II

Sony A99

$1399
35mm

Lens selection
Touchscreen

$1998
35mm

Focus peaking
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Canon 6D Mark II vs Sony A99

Compared to Canon 6D

Nikon Df

Canon 6D

$2747
35mm

Higher effective ISO
Longer stills battery life

$1699
35mm

Less expensive
Built-in Wi-Fi

Compare Nikon Df vs Canon 6D

Canon 6D Mark II

Canon 6D

$1399
35mm

Tilt-swivel screen
Touchscreen

$1699
35mm

Bigger pixels
Bigger JPEG buffer

Compare Canon 6D Mark II vs Canon 6D

Compared to Nikon D610

Nikon Df

Nikon D610

$2747
35mm

Bigger pixels
Higher effective ISO

$1271
35mm

Less expensive
Fast startup

Compare Nikon Df vs Nikon D610

Canon 6D Mark II

Nikon D610

$1399
35mm

Tilt-swivel screen
Touchscreen

$1271
35mm

Fast startup
More dynamic range

Compare Canon 6D Mark II vs Nikon D610

Compared to Nikon D750

Nikon Df

Nikon D750

$2747
35mm

Bigger pixels
Higher effective ISO

$1698
35mm

Less expensive
Tiltable Screen

Compare Nikon Df vs Nikon D750

Canon 6D Mark II

Nikon D750

$1399
35mm

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

$1698
35mm

More dynamic range
Internal flash

Compare Canon 6D Mark II vs Nikon D750

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