Nikon D750 vs Nikon D800

Following is a comprehensive review of the Nikon D750 vs Nikon D800, both Advanced DSLR cameras and they are both built by Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the D750 (24MP) and D800 (36MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The D750 was launched 2 years after the D800 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the D750 grades versus the D800 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D750 & Nikon D800. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D750 Gallery & Nikon D800 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon D750 has got exterior measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 78mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs) and 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).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the D750 versus the D800.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the D750 and D800 is 57 and 54 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The image below might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the D750 and D800.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon D800 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent D750 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.