Nikon D3 vs Nikon D7500

Here is a complete analysis of the Nikon D3 vs Nikon D7500, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both created by Nikon. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the D3 (12MP) and D7500 (21MP) and the D3 (Full frame) and D7500 (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The D3 was released 10 years prior to the D7500 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D3 being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon D7500 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the D3 scores vs the D7500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D3 and Nikon D7500. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D3 Gallery and Nikon D7500 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon D3 has physical measurements of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") along with a weight of 1300 grams (2.87 lbs) and the Nikon D7500 has measurements of 136mm x 104mm x 73mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 2.9") having a weight of 720 grams (1.59 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the D3 and the D7500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the D3 and D7500 is 50 and 60 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The visual below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the D3 and D7500.

All in all, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D3 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Nikon D7500 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older D3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.