Nikon D750 vs Sony A99 II
Portability
57 Imaging
71 Features
87 Overall
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57 Imaging
71 Features
87 Overall
77
Portability
57 Imaging
77 Features
92 Overall
83
57 Imaging
77 Features
92 Overall
83
Nikon D750 vs Sony A99 II Key Specs
Nikon D750
(Full Review)
(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
- Introduced September 2014
- Replaced the Nikon D700
- Replacement is Nikon D780
Sony A99 II
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(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 849g - 143 x 104 x 76mm
- Introduced September 2016
- Succeeded the Sony A99
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On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon D750 and Sony A99 II, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the D750 (24MP) and A99 II (42MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (Full frame).
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Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the D750 grades against the A99 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D750 and Sony Alpha A99 II. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D750 Gallery and Sony A99 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D750 over the Sony A99 II
| D750 | A99 II | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3.2" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony A99 II over the Nikon D750
| A99 II | D750 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2016 |  | September 2014 | More modern by 24 months |
| Display type | Fully articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon D750 and Sony A99 II
| D750 | A99 II | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Display resolution | 1229k |  | 1229k | Equal display resolution |
| Touch display |  | Absent Touch display |
Nikon D750 vs Sony A99 II Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon D750 offers exterior measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 78mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs) and the Sony A99 II has measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") with a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the D750 compared to the A99 II.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D750 and A99 II is 57 and 57 respectively.
Nikon D750 vs Sony A99 II Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through technical specs. The picture below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the D750 and A99 II.
As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony A99 II to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 18MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged D750 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon D750 vs Sony A99 II Screen and ViewFinder
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you can focus manually
MP count decent (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports face detection autofocus
exports RAW files
manual focus
MP count high (42MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
has face detection focus
supports RAW formats
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Sony A99 II Street photography details
screen tilts
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW files
weather proof
no image stabilization
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
environment proof
very good high ISO (25,600)
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MP count decent (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports tracking autofocus
weather proof
good battery power (1,230 per charge)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
no image stabilization
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count high (42 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
has tracking autofocus
environment proof
sensor has phase detect auto focus
terrible battery pack (490 per charge)
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Nikon D750 Travel photography information
Sony A99 II Travel photography information
good battery power (1,230 CIPA)
weather proof
MP count decent (24MP)
has built in flash
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
environment proof
connects via bluetooth
MP count high (42 megapixels)
selfie friendly screen
terrible battery pack (490 shots)
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Nikon D750 Landscape photography details
Sony A99 II Landscape photography details
you can focus manually
change lenses (Nikon F mount)
screen size is decent (3.2 inches)
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW files
weather proof
good battery power (1,230 per charge)
two card slots
no image stabilization
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count high (42MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
no anti-alias filter
very good high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW formats
environment proof
has double storage slots
terrible battery pack (490 shots)
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supports face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
includes external microphone socket
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
selfie friendly screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detection focus
high res video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
includes external mic port
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Nikon D750 vs Sony A99 II Specifications
| Nikon D750 | Sony Alpha A99 II | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon D750 | Sony Alpha A99 II |
| Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
| Introduced | 2014-09-12 | 2016-09-19 |
| Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Expeed 4 | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
| Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 861.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 42 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 7952 x 5304 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 102400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Min enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 51 | 399 |
| Cross type focus points | 15 | 79 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Nikon F | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
| Number of lenses | 309 | 143 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fully articulated |
| Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 1,229k dot | 1,229k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.78x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 6.5 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in 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 | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, redeye reduction, rear sync, high-speed sync, wireless |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | - |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 840 gr (1.85 lbs) | 849 gr (1.87 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 141 x 113 x 78mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.1") | 143 x 104 x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 93 | 92 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 24.8 | 25.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.5 | 13.4 |
| DXO Low light rating | 2956 | 2317 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 1230 pictures | 490 pictures |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | NP-FM500H lithium-ion battery & charger |
| Battery ID | EN-EL15 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (dual slots) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC/MS Duo slots |
| Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
| Cost at release | $2,000 | $3,198 |