Nikon D780 vs Sony A7c
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Nikon D780 vs Sony A7c Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 840g - 144 x 116 x 76mm
- Launched January 2020
- Succeeded the Nikon D750
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 509g - 124 x 71 x 60mm
- Introduced September 2020

Nikon D780 vs Sony A7c Overview
Below, we are looking at the Nikon D780 versus Sony A7c, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the D780 (25MP) and the A7c (24MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (Full frame).

The D780 was announced 8 months before the A7c which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon D780 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the D780 matches up against the A7c with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon D780 vs Sony A7c Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D780 and Sony Alpha A7c. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D780 Gallery and Sony A7c Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D780 over the Sony A7c
D780 | A7c | |||
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Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2359k | ![]() | 922k | Clearer display (+1437k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7c over the Nikon D780
A7c | D780 | |||
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Introduced | September 2020 | ![]() | January 2020 | More recent by 8 months |
Display type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon D780 and Sony A7c
D780 | A7c | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon D780 vs Sony A7c Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon D780 provides outside measurements of 144mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") along with a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs) while the Sony A7c has specifications of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).
Examine the Nikon D780 versus Sony A7c in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the D780 versus the A7c.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D780 and A7c is 57 and 78 respectively.

Nikon D780 vs Sony A7c Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the D780 and A7c.
To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon D780 to resolve extra detail with its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older D780 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

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Nikon D780 vs Sony A7c Specifications
Nikon D780 | Sony Alpha A7c | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon D780 | Sony Alpha A7c |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2020-01-07 | 2020-09-14 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 51 | 693 |
Cross focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 122 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 2,359 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 900s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 840 gr (1.85 lbs) | 509 gr (1.12 lbs) |
Dimensions | 144 x 116 x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") | 124 x 71 x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") |
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 images | 740 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15b | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | Two | One |
Price at release | $2,297 | $1,800 |