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Nikon D700 vs Nikon D750

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NikonD700NikonD750
Overview
ReleasedJuly 2008September 2014
Image and sensor
Camera typeDSLRDSLR
Sensor formatFull frameFull frame
Sensor typeCMOSCMOS
Sensor dimensions36 × 23.9 mm35.9 × 24 mm
Effective resolution12.1 MP24.3 MP
Largest image4256 × 28326016 × 4016
RAW recordingYesYes
Standard ISO range200–6400100–12800
Sensor detail12.87 million total pixels; FX and DX image areas; maximum DX image 2784 × 1848; integrated dust reduction with vibrating low-pass filter24.93 million total pixels; Japan states 24.32 million effective pixels, rounded to 24.3 million in Nikon USA. FX, 1.2× and DX image areas; maximum cropped sizes 5008 × 3336 and 3936 × 2624; sensor-cleaning system
Image formats12-bit or 14-bit NEF RAW, uncompressed, compressed or losslessly compressed; JPEG, TIFF RGB and RAW plus JPEG12-bit or 14-bit NEF RAW with lossless compression or compression; JPEG and RAW plus JPEG; sRGB and Adobe RGB
ISO detailExpanded equivalents ISO 100–25600; Auto ISOExpanded equivalents ISO 50–51200; Auto ISO
Image processorEXPEED image-processing system; Scene Recognition SystemEXPEED 4
Lens and shooting
Lens mountNikon F mountNikon F mount
StabilisationOptical lens stabilisationOptical lens stabilisation
Maximum continuous burst5 fps6.5 fps
Lens detailAF coupling supports compatible screw-drive lenses; DX lenses supported with optional automatic crop. Supported non-CPU AI lenses permit aperture-priority and manual exposure, with colour matrix metering when lens data is entered; IX and F3AF lenses unsupportedCompatible G/E/D AF NIKKOR lenses support full functions, subject to PC lens restrictions; body autofocus motor for compatible screw-drive lenses. Non-CPU AI lenses support aperture-priority/manual; non-AI, IX and F3AF lenses unsupported
AutofocusMulti-CAM 3500FX phase detection; 51 points including 15 cross-type; single-point, auto-area and dynamic 9/21/51-point modes with 3D tracking; AF fine-tuningAdvanced Multi-CAM 3500 II; 51 points including 15 cross-type, with 11 points supporting f/8; detection to -3 EV. Single-point, dynamic 9/21/51, 3D tracking, group and auto-area; AF fine-tuning and AF-assist light. The US launch release calls all 11 f/8 points cross-type, but Nikon's technical specifications do not
Shutter1/8000 to 30 seconds and Bulb; standard flash sync 1/250 second, with 1/320 available at reduced flash range; shutter tested to 150000 cycles1/4000 to 30 seconds, Bulb and Time; flash sync 1/200 second, or 1/250 with reduced flash range; shutter tested to 150000 cycles
Burst detailApproximately 5 fps with EN-EL3e, including 14-bit RAW. Up to 8 fps with MB-D10 using EN-EL4/EN-EL4a or eight AA cells, or EH-5/EH-5a AC power; EN-EL3e in the grip alone does not provide 8 fps. Rates require specified focus/exposure settings and at least 1/250 secondUp to 6.5 fps; low-speed continuous 1–6 fps and quiet continuous approximately 3 fps. Nikon lists 15 losslessly compressed 14-bit RAW or 87 large fine JPEG images under its ISO 100 conditions with a SanDisk 16GB SDSDXPA-016G-J35 SDHC UHS-I card; settings, card and scene affect depth
Stabilisation detailOptical VR depends on the attached lens; no sensor-shift stabilisationOptical VR depends on the lens; no sensor-shift stabilisation
FlashPop-up i-TTL flash; guide number approximately 12 at ISO 100 in metres, 13 at full manual output; commander support, hot shoe and PC sync terminalBuilt-in flash, guide number approximately 12 m at ISO 100; hot shoe and optical Nikon CLS commander. PC sync requires optional AS-15 adapter
Exposure controlsP/S/A/M; 1005-pixel RGB 3D Colour Matrix Metering II; ±5 EV compensation; Active D-Lighting, Virtual Horizon and interval timerP/S/A/M, Auto, scene/effects modes and U1/U2 memories; 91000-pixel RGB metering with 3D Colour Matrix Metering III, centre-weighted, spot and highlight-weighted modes; ±5 EV compensation; Active D-Lighting
Screen and viewfinder
ViewfinderOpticalOptical
Screen size3″3.2″
Screen dots920,0001,229,000
Tilting screenNoYes
Display detailFixed TFT with 170° viewing angle; dots count subpixels; removable protective coverTilting TFT with 170° viewing angle and approximately 100% coverage; screen dots count subpixels
Viewfinder detailPentaprism, approximately 95% coverage and 0.72× magnification with 50mm at infinity; 18 mm eyepoint; selectable grid and eyepiece shutterPentaprism; approximately 100% FX or 97% 1.2×/DX coverage; 0.7× magnification with 50mm at infinity; 21 mm eyepoint; grid overlay
Connections and design
Wi-FiNoYes
Battery life (maker's claim)1000 photographs1230 photographs
Body weight995 g750 g
Release detailNikon's original US announcement specifies late July 2008 availability; Japan records 25 July. Main retains the monthNikon Japan records sale on 25 September 2014; the US announcement specified late September for the body and mid-October for the 24–120mm kit. D750 was introduced alongside other FX bodies; no direct predecessor is assigned
Recording mediaCompactFlash Type I, including UDMA; single slot; Type II cards and Microdrives are not supportedTwo SD/SDHC/SDXC slots supporting UHS-I; overflow, backup, separate RAW/JPEG recording and copying between cards
PortsUSB 2.0 Hi-Speed, analogue NTSC/PAL output, HDMI Type C mini connector (HDMI 1.3a), ten-pin accessory terminal and PC flash sync; optional MC-35 connects compatible external GPS receiversHi-Speed USB, mini-HDMI Type C, 3.5 mm microphone/headphone sockets and accessory terminal for optional MC-DC2 remote, WR controllers or GP-1/GP-1A GPS
Wireless connectionsOptional WT-4 transmitter provides network transfer; Wi-Fi is not built into the bodyWi-Fi 802.11b/g for Wireless Mobile Utility image transfer and remote shooting; no integrated GPS. Optional UT-1 communications unit and WT-5 wireless transmitter provide network transfer
Battery life detailEN-EL3e; approximately 1000 shots under CIPA conditions with AF-S VR 24–120mm f/3.5–5.6G ED, flash on alternate exposures and no live view. Separate Nikon continuous test claims approximately 2500; optional MB-D10 accepts EN-EL3e, EN-EL4/EN-EL4a or eight AA cellsEN-EL15 at launch; EN-EL15a/b subsequently supported. Approximately 1230 CIPA photographs; optional MB-D16 grip takes one EN-EL15-series battery or six AA batteries
ChargingExternal MH-18a charger; optional EH-5/EH-5a AC adapterExternal MH-25a charger; optional EH-5b adapter with EP-5B power connector
DimensionsApproximately 147 × 123 × 77 mmApproximately 140.5 × 113 × 78 mm
Weight detailApproximately 995 g excluding battery, card, body cap, accessory-shoe cover and monitor coverApproximately 750 g body only; 840 g with battery and SD card, excluding body cap
MaterialsMagnesium-alloy body with environmental seals; not a waterproof ratingCarbon-fibre front and magnesium-alloy top/rear monocoque; dust and moisture sealing; not a waterproof rating
In the box–Original EN-EL15 battery, MH-25a charger, UC-E17 USB cable, AN-DC14 strap, BF-1B body cap, DK-5 eyepiece cap and DK-21 eyecup; later Japanese supply also lists EN-EL15b
Video
Highest video resolution–1920 × 1080 at 60 fps
Video detailNo movie recording. Handheld live view uses phase-detection AF with mirror interruption; Tripod live view uses contrast-detection AFH.264 MOV at Full HD 60p/50p/30p/25p/24p or 720p 60p/50p; actual NTSC rates 59.94/29.97/23.976. Maximum clip 29 minutes 59 seconds, with shorter limits depending on quality/frame rate; FX/DX movie areas, Flat Picture Control, power aperture, time-lapse and simultaneous HDMI output. Contrast-detection AF-S/AF-F in live view and movies
Audio–Built-in stereo microphone; 3.5 mm microphone input and headphone output; adjustable sensitivity and wind filter; linear PCM

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