Nikon D780 vs Nikon Z7 II
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Nikon D780 vs Nikon Z7 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 840g - 144 x 116 x 76mm
- Released January 2020
- Previous Model is Nikon D750
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Introduced October 2020
- Superseded the Nikon Z7
Nikon D780 vs Nikon Z7 II Overview
Here, we are matching up the Nikon D780 vs Nikon Z7 II, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are offered by Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the D780 (25MP) and Z7 II (46MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (Full frame).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe D780 was unveiled 9 months prior to the Z7 II so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D780 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the D780 scores versus the Z7 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon D780 vs Nikon Z7 II Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D780 and Nikon Z7 Mark II. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D780 Gallery and Nikon Z7 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D780 over the Nikon Z7 II
D780 | Z7 II | |||
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Display resolution | 2359k | 2100k | Sharper display (+259k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Nikon D780
Z7 II | D780 | |||
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Introduced | October 2020 | January 2020 | More recent by 9 months |
Common features in the Nikon D780 and Nikon Z7 II
D780 | Z7 II | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3.2" | Same display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Nikon D780 vs Nikon Z7 II Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon D780 offers outside measurements of 144mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") having a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs) while the Nikon Z7 II has proportions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).
Compare the Nikon D780 vs Nikon Z7 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the D780 versus the Z7 II.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D780 and Z7 II is 57 and 61 respectively.
Nikon D780 vs Nikon Z7 II Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by checking specs. The photograph here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the D780 and Z7 II.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon Z7 II to give extra detail having an extra 21 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older D780 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon D780 vs Nikon Z7 II Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon D780 vs Nikon Z7 II Specifications
Nikon D780 | Nikon Z7 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon D780 | Nikon Z7 Mark II |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2020-01-07 | 2020-10-14 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 46 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 8256 x 5504 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | 32 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 51 | 493 |
Cross focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Nikon Z |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 15 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
Display resolution | 2,359k dots | 2,100k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,690k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.8x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 900 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 840 grams (1.85 lbs) | 705 grams (1.55 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 116 x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 2260 photos | 420 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15b | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) |
Card slots | 2 | 2 |
Pricing at release | $2,297 | $2,997 |