Nikon D700 vs Nikon D780
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![Nikon D700 front Nikon D700 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Nikon-D700.jpg)
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Nikon D700 vs Nikon D780 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1074g - 147 x 123 x 77mm
- Released October 2008
- Refreshed by Nikon D800E
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 840g - 144 x 116 x 76mm
- Released January 2020
- Older Model is Nikon D750
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Nikon D700 vs Nikon D780 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Nikon D700 vs Nikon D780, both Advanced DSLR cameras and both of them are offered by Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the D700 (12MP) and D780 (25MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (Full frame).
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The D700 was brought out 12 years earlier than the D780 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the D700 grades versus the D780 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon D700 vs Nikon D780 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D700 & Nikon D780. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D700 Gallery & Nikon D780 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D700 over the Nikon D780
D700 | D780 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D780 over the Nikon D700
D780 | D700 | |||
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Released | January 2020 | ![]() | October 2008 | Fresher by 136 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2359k | ![]() | 922k | Clearer display (+1437k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon D700 and Nikon D780
D700 | D780 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon D700 vs Nikon D780 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D700 provides exterior dimensions of 147mm x 123mm x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 1074 grams (2.37 lbs) while the Nikon D780 has dimensions of 144mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") having a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon D700 vs Nikon D780 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the D700 vs the D780.
![Nikon D700 vs Nikon D780 size comparison Nikon D700 vs Nikon D780 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D700-vs-Nikon-D780-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D700 and D780 is 54 and 57 respectively.
![Nikon D700 vs Nikon D780 top view buttons comparison Nikon D700 vs Nikon D780 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D700-vs-Nikon-D780-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon D700 vs Nikon D780 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The visual here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the D700 and D780.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon D780 to provide greater detail having its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The older D700 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
![Nikon D700 vs Nikon D780 sensor size comparison Nikon D700 vs Nikon D780 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-D700-vs-Nikon-D780-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon D700 vs Nikon D780 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon D700 vs Nikon D780 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon D700 vs Nikon D780 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D700-vs-Nikon-D780-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon D700 vs Nikon D780 Specifications
Nikon D700 | Nikon D780 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon D700 | Nikon D780 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2008-10-07 | 2020-01-07 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed | Expeed 6 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 25 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4256 x 2832 | 6048 x 4024 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 51 |
Cross type focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3.2" |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 2,359k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 900s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1074g (2.37 pounds) | 840g (1.85 pounds) |
Dimensions | 147 x 123 x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") | 144 x 116 x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 80 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2303 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1000 pictures | 2260 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL3e | EN-EL15b |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
Card slots | One | Dual |
Price at release | $2,700 | $2,297 |