Nikon D5 vs Nikon D810
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54 Imaging
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78 Overall
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Nikon D5 vs Nikon D810 Key Specs
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- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 980g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Launched June 2014
- Previous Model is Nikon D800
- Updated by Nikon D850

Nikon D5 vs Nikon D810 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon D5 and Nikon D810, former is a Pro DSLR while the other is a Advanced DSLR and they are both built by Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the D5 (21MP) and D810 (36MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (Full frame).

The D5 was unveiled 19 months after the D810 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon D5 being a Large SLR camera and the Nikon D810 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the D5 matches up versus the D810 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon D5 vs Nikon D810 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D5 & Nikon D810. The full galleries are available at Nikon D5 Gallery & Nikon D810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D5 over the Nikon D810
D5 | D810 | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | June 2014 | Newer by 19 months |
Display resolution | 2359k | ![]() | 1229k | Crisper display (+1130k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D810 over the Nikon D5
D810 | D5 |
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Common features in the Nikon D5 and Nikon D810
D5 | D810 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.2" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon D5 vs Nikon D810 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon D5 offers outside dimensions of 160mm x 158.5mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) whilst the Nikon D810 has proportions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 980 grams (2.16 lbs).
Compare the Nikon D5 and Nikon D810 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the D5 compared to the D810.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the D5 and D810 is 50 and 54 respectively.

Nikon D5 vs Nikon D810 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The picture here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the D5 and D810.
As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon D810 to show greater detail having an extra 15MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more modern D5 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

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Nikon D5 vs Nikon D810 Specifications
Nikon D5 | Nikon D810 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon D5 | Nikon D810 |
Class | Pro DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2016-01-05 | 2014-06-26 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 5 | EXPEED 4 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.8 x 23.9mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 855.6mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 36 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 5588 x 3712 | 7360 x 4912 |
Highest native ISO | 102400 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3280000 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 32 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 153 | 51 |
Cross type focus points | 99 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of display | 2,359k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD (WRGB) |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4K (UHD) 30p/25p/24p, 1080/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p, 720/60p/50p | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1415 grams (3.12 pounds) | 980 grams (2.16 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 160 x 158.5 x 92mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") | 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 88 | 97 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.1 | 25.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.3 | 14.8 |
DXO Low light rating | 2434 | 2853 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 3780 photos | 1200 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL18a | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs for up to 9 shots) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Dual CompactFlash or dual XQD | SD/SDHC/SDXC, CompactFlash (UDMA compliant) |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Retail cost | $6,500 | $1,999 |