Nikon D750 vs Sony A7S II
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Nikon D750 vs Sony A7S II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 840g - 141 x 113 x 78mm
- Launched September 2014
- Old Model is Nikon D700
- Later Model is Nikon D780
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Push to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 627g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Revealed October 2015
- Previous Model is Sony A7S
- Refreshed by Sony A7S III

Nikon D750 vs Sony A7S II Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Nikon D750 vs Sony A7S II, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the D750 (24MP) and A7S II (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (Full frame).

The D750 was unveiled 13 months earlier than the A7S II making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D750 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the D750 grades vs the A7S II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon D750 vs Sony A7S II Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D750 & Sony Alpha A7S II. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D750 Gallery & Sony A7S II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D750 over the Sony A7S II
D750 | A7S II | |||
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Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S II over the Nikon D750
A7S II | D750 | |||
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Revealed | October 2015 | ![]() | September 2014 | Newer by 13 months |
Common features in the Nikon D750 and Sony A7S II
D750 | A7S II | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 1229k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Nikon D750 vs Sony A7S II Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon D750 offers outside dimensions of 141mm x 113mm x 78mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs) whilst the Sony A7S II has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).
Look at the Nikon D750 vs Sony A7S II in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the D750 and the A7S II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D750 and A7S II is 57 and 68 respectively.

Nikon D750 vs Sony A7S II Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The picture below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D750 and A7S II.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon D750 to give you greater detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged D750 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon D750 vs Sony A7S II Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D750 vs Sony A7S II Specifications
Nikon D750 | Sony Alpha A7S II | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon D750 | Sony Alpha A7S II |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2014-09-12 | 2015-10-12 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 4 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 4240 x 2832 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 102400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | 409600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 51 | 169 |
Cross focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Sony E |
Available lenses | 309 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,229 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.5 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | 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 | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p [60-100Mbps]), Full HD (1920 x 1080 @ 120p/60p/60i/30p/24p [50-100Mbps]), 720p (30p [16Mbps]) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 840g (1.85 lb) | 627g (1.38 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 141 x 113 x 78mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.1") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 93 | 85 |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.8 | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.5 | 13.3 |
DXO Low light score | 2956 | 2993 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1230 images | 370 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (dual slots) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Dual | 1 |
Retail cost | $2,000 | $2,767 |