SINGAPORE – Nikon today (Nov 5) unveiled the new Df, its smallest and lightest full-frame DSLR camera that promises to bring users back to the age of “pure photography”.

The Df is a stylish device thanks to its retro look. The metallic body with its faux leather finish will remind some users of the classics Nikon produced in the ‘70s and ‘80s and should please both professional and casual users. And despite weighing just 710 grams (without the lens), the Df comes with a battery that is powerful enough to capture 1,400 shots on a single charge.

Specifications wise, the Df should allow shutterbugs to capture amazing pictures with little effort. It comes with a 16.2-megapixel full frame CMOS sensor and the EXPEED 3 image-processing engine, with an ISO range of 100-12800 (expandable from 50 to 204800) while its compact design makes it ideal for photographers looking for a portable device.

Users can also expect greater control with the DF as it comes with independent mechanical dials for several settings including shutter speed, ISO sensitivity and exposure compensation.

The Df also features a shutter release mode that enables users to capture a high-speed continuous stream of images at approximately 5.5 frames per second. It also comes with a collapsible metering coupling lever, allowing photographers to make use of the full range of Nikon lenses, including non-AI lenses.

The Nikon Df will be available in black and silver. Pricing and availability are not available at the moment but it is retailing for £2,750 (S$5,455) in the United Kingdom, according to online reports.