Nikon D700 vs Nikon D800
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Nikon D700 vs Nikon D800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1074g - 147 x 123 x 77mm
- Introduced October 2008
- Replacement is Nikon D800E
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 900g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Announced June 2012
- Previous Model is Nikon D700
- Successor is Nikon D810
Nikon D700 vs Nikon D800 Overview
The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon D700 vs Nikon D800, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and both are designed by Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the D700 (12MP) and D800 (36MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (Full frame).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe D700 was manufactured 4 years before the D800 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the D700 grades against the D800 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon D700 vs Nikon D800 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D700 and Nikon D800. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D700 Gallery and Nikon D800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D700 over the Nikon D800
D700 | D800 | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | 921k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon D800 over the Nikon D700
D800 | D700 | |||
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Announced | June 2012 | October 2008 | Newer by 44 months | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Nikon D700 and Nikon D800
D700 | D800 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Nikon D700 vs Nikon D800 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon D700 has external measurements of 147mm x 123mm x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") along with a weight of 1074 grams (2.37 lbs) while the Nikon D800 has measurements of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs).
Compare the Nikon D700 vs Nikon D800 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the D700 versus the D800.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the D700 and D800 is 54 and 54 respectively.
Nikon D700 vs Nikon D800 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the D700 and D800.
As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon D800 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 24 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged D700 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Nikon D700 vs Nikon D800 Specifications
Nikon D700 | Nikon D800 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon D700 | Nikon D800 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2008-10-07 | 2012-06-11 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 36 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4256 x 2832 | 7360 x 4912 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 51 | 51 |
Cross focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Number of lenses | 309 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3.2" |
Resolution of screen | 922k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | TFT Color LCD with 170 degrees wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain, High-speed sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1074 grams (2.37 pounds) | 900 grams (1.98 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 123 x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") | 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 80 | 95 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.5 | 25.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.2 | 14.4 |
DXO Low light score | 2303 | 2853 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1000 images | 900 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL3e | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 to 20 sec, 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2 or 3 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I) | Compact Flash (Type I), SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant |
Storage slots | Single | Two |
Price at release | $2,700 | $2,999 |