Nikon D780 vs Nikon D810A

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon D780 vs Nikon D810A, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and both of them are offered by Nikon. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the D780 (25MP) and D810A (36MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The D780 was released 4 years later than the D810A and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the D780 scores vs the D810A in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D780 & Nikon D810A. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D780 Gallery & Nikon D810A Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon D780 features exterior dimensions of 144mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs) and the Nikon D810A has proportions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 880 grams (1.94 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the D780 compared to the D810A.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the D780 and D810A is 57 and 55 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the D780 and D810A.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon D810A to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more modern D780 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.