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Nikon D5 vs Nikon D4s
Nikon D5
Camera summary
The Nikon D5, made by Nikon, is a powerful Large SLR camera. Announced on Jan. 5, 2016. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 3280000. Well, that's what I call a night vision camera, its ISO will allow you to work practically in conditions were light is poor, practically darkness, way to go, especially if you enjoy night photography.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
3.6 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
4.1 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
3.9 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Nikon D4s, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Nikon D4s
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Nikon D6, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Nikon D6
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 21 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 153 focus points. Also you can take advantage of its versatile cross-type points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 3840 x 2160 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 3780 shots per charge with the included EN-EL18a battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
This camera offers a robust battery life that the medium value of all cameras. Feel free to take pictures freely, without having too worry too much about battery life.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage. A dust proof camera that will give you peace of mind when you're working in deserts, beaches and other environments for adventure lovers.
Nikon D4s
Camera summary
The Nikon D4s, made by Nikon, is a powerful Large SLR camera. Announced on Feb. 24, 2014. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 409600. Well, that's what I call a night vision camera, its ISO will allow you to work practically in conditions were light is poor, practically darkness, way to go, especially if you enjoy night photography.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
3.6 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
3.1 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
3.7 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Nikon D4, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Nikon D4
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Nikon D5, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Nikon D5
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 51 focus points. Also you can take advantage of its versatile cross-type points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 3020 shots per charge with the included EN-EL18a battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
This camera offers a robust battery life that the medium value of all cameras. Feel free to take pictures freely, without having too worry too much about battery life.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Autofocus specs |
Nikon D5 | Nikon D4s |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | Yes |
Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af selective | Yes |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | 99 | 15 |
| Number of focus points | 153 | 51 |
Connectivity |
Nikon D5 | Nikon D4s |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | Optional | Optional |
| DXO color depth | 25.1 | 24.4 |
| DXO dynamic range | 12.3 | 13.3 |
| DXO low light ISO | 2434.0 | 3074.0 |
| DXO overall score | 88.0 | 89.0 |
Exposure mode |
Nikon D5 | Nikon D4s |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | No |
No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Nikon D5 | Nikon D4s |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Jan. 5, 2016 | Feb. 24, 2014 |
| Body type | Large SLR | Large SLR |
| brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| msrp | $3,859.99 | $4,799.95 |
| model | Nikon D5 | Nikon D4s |
| Predecessor model | Nikon D4s | Nikon D4 |
| Successor model | Nikon D6 | Nikon D5 |
Lense |
Nikon D5 | Nikon D4s |
| Focal length multiplier | 1x | 1× |
| Lens mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | - | - |
| Number of lenses | 316 | 316 |
Other features |
Nikon D5 | Nikon D4s |
| GPS | Optional | Optional |
| Self-timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2-20 seconds, 1-9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 seconds) |
| Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
| Storage type | Dual CompactFlash or dual XQD | CompactFlash, XQD |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Nikon D5 | Nikon D4s |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | No |
No |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto FP high-speed sync, front-curtain, rear-curtain, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Image stabilization | No |
No |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 14.0 fps | 11.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Nikon D5 | Nikon D4s |
| Battery life | 3780 shots | 3020 shots |
| Battery model | EN-EL18a | EN-EL18a |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | Yes |
No |
| Environmental sealing | Yes |
Yes |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 160 x 158.5 x 92mm | 160 x 157 x 91mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 1415 grs | 1350 grs |
Screen |
Nikon D5 | Nikon D4s |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | - | 921 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | Yes |
No |
Sensor |
Nikon D5 | Nikon D4s |
| Max boosted ISO | 3280000 | 409600 |
| Max image resolution | 5588 x 3712 | 4928 x 3280 |
| Max native ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 35.8 x 23.9 mm | 36 x 23.9 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 21 | 16 |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Headphone port |
Nikon D5 | Nikon D4s |
| Headphone port | Yes |
Yes |
| Max video resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Microphone port | Yes |
Yes |
| Video formats | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Video resolutions | 4K (UHD) 30p/25p/24p, 1080/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p, 720/60p/50p | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Viewfinder |
Nikon D5 | Nikon D4s |
| viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | no electronic viewfinder |