Nikon D750 vs Nikon Z7
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Nikon D750 vs Nikon Z7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 840g - 141 x 113 x 78mm
- Released September 2014
- Older Model is Nikon D700
- Newer Model is Nikon D780
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Launched August 2018
- Refreshed by Nikon Z7 II

Nikon D750 vs Nikon Z7 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Nikon D750 vs Nikon Z7, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Nikon. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the D750 (24MP) and Z7 (46MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (Full frame).

The D750 was announced 5 years prior to the Z7 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon D750 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the D750 matches up versus the Z7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon D750 vs Nikon Z7 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D750 & Nikon Z7. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D750 Gallery & Nikon Z7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D750 over the Nikon Z7
D750 | Z7 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Nikon D750
Z7 | D750 | |||
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Launched | August 2018 | ![]() | September 2014 | Newer by 48 months |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1229k | Sharper display (+871k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon D750 and Nikon Z7
D750 | Z7 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.2" | Identical display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon D750 vs Nikon Z7 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon D750 enjoys exterior measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 78mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z7 has measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon D750 vs Nikon Z7 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the D750 vs the Z7.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the D750 and Z7 is 57 and 62 respectively.

Nikon D750 vs Nikon Z7 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The picture below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D750 and Z7.
All in all, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon Z7 to result in extra detail with its extra 22MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged D750 will be behind in sensor tech.

Nikon D750 vs Nikon Z7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D750 vs Nikon Z7 Specifications
Nikon D750 | Nikon Z7 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon D750 | Nikon Z7 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2014-09-12 | 2018-08-23 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 4 | Expeed 6 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 46 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 8256 x 5504 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | 32 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 493 |
Cross type focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Nikon Z |
Number of lenses | 309 | 15 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3.2 inch | 3.2 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,229 thousand dots | 2,100 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,690 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.8x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.5 frames per sec | 9.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, Auto FP high-speed sync, auto w/redeye reduction, auto slow sync, auto slow sync w/redeye reduction, fill flash, rear-curtain sync, rear-curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow sync, off | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 840 grams (1.85 pounds) | 675 grams (1.49 pounds) |
Dimensions | 141 x 113 x 78mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.1") | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 93 | 99 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.8 | 26.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.5 | 14.6 |
DXO Low light rating | 2956 | 2668 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1230 photos | 330 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (dual slots) | XQD card |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Pricing at launch | $2,000 | $2,797 |