Nikon D750

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    Highlights

    • 24.3 MP Full Frame CMOS Sensor
    • 100 - 12,800 Native ISO
    • 51 Focus Points (51 Cross-type)
    • 3.2" 1,229k dot Tilting Screen
    • Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder
    • 6.5 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
    • 30 min Video Recording Limit
    • Built-in Flash
    • Built-In Wi-Fi
    • Wheather Sealed Body
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    Overview

    Nikon D750 was announced in 2014 and is a Full Frame (35.9 x 24 mm) DSLR camera with 24.3 Megapixel CMOS sensor. Its native ISO ranges from 100 to 12,800 and expands to 50 - 51,200 in boosted mode. The camera has a Tilting 3.2" screen with 1,229k dot resolution and built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinder.

    Nikon D750 can capture video up to 1920 x 1080 resolution.


    Here is the Nikon D7xx series lineup, where you can view and compare the main specifications of the cameras within the same series.

    Nikon D7xx series lineup
    Model Date Sensor Native ISO Screen Price
    Image cannot be found Nikon D780 January
    2020
    24.5 MP
    Full Frame
    100 - 51,200 Tilting 3.2"
    2,359k dot
    Touchscreen
    Image cannot be found Nikon D750 September
    2014
    24.3 MP
    Full Frame
    100 - 12,800 Tilting 3.2"
    1,229k dot
    Image cannot be found Nikon D700 October
    2008
    12.1 MP
    Full Frame
    200 - 6,400 Fixed 3.0"
    922k dot

    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Nikon D780 vs D750 vs D700.

    Pros and Cons

    In this section we present pros and cons of Nikon D750.

    PROS

    •   Video Capture
    •   Large Sensor
    •   51 Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus
    •   Large Screen - 3.2"
    •   Built-in Flash
    •   High DxO Overall Score - 93
    •   HDMI Output
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   Environmental Sealing
    •   Long Battery Life - 1230 shots
    •   2 Storage Slots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    CONS

    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   Low Video Recording Limit
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth

    And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

    AVERAGE

    •   Price
    •   Sensor Resolution - 24.3 Megapixel
    •   100 Lowest Native ISO
    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
    •   -3 EV Min AF Detection
    •   15 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Tilting Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
    •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.5 fps
    •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/200 sec
    •   Weight - 750 g (1.65 lb / 26.46 oz)

    Predecessor

    Here we are comparing Nikon D750 to its predecessor D700 and displaying the major changes.

    UPGRADES Nikon D750 vs Nikon D700
    Video Capture vs
    Higher Sensor Resolution 24.3 Megapixel vs 12.1 Megapixel
    Lower Native ISO 100 vs 200
    Higher Native ISO 12,800 vs 6,400
    Lower Boosted ISO 50 vs 100
    Higher Boosted ISO 51,200 vs 25,600
    Max Image Resolution 6016 x 4016 vs 4256 x 2832
    Center Autofocus vs
    Tracking Autofocus vs
    Face Detection vs
    Contrast Detection for Autofocus vs
    Screen Type Tilting vs Fixed
    Larger Screen 3.2" vs 3.0"
    Higher Resolution Screen 1,229k dot vs 922k dot
    Higher Viewfinder Coverage 100% vs 95%
    Higher Max Continuous Shooting 6.5 fps vs 5.0 fps
    Higher DxO Low Light ISO 2956 vs 2303
    Higher DxO Color Depth 24.8 vs 23.5
    Higher DxO Dynamic Range 14.5 vs 12.2
    Higher DxO Overall Score 93 vs 80
    Speaker Mono vs
    Built-in Microphone Stereo vs
    Microphone Input vs
    Headphone Output vs
    Built-In Wi-Fi vs
    Dust Proof vs
    Lighter 750 g (1.65 lb / 26.46 oz) vs 1074 g (2.37 lb / 37.88 oz)
    Longer Battery Life 1230 shots vs 1000 shots
    More Storage Slots 2 vs 1
    DOWNGRADES Nikon D750 vs Nikon D700
    Lower Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) 0.70x vs 0.72x
    Lower Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/4000 sec vs 1/8000 sec
    Lower Flash Sync Speed 1/200 sec vs 1/250 sec

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Nikon D750 vs D700.

    Successor

    In 2020 Nikon D750 was replaced by Nikon D780. Let us now have a look at some important differences between Nikon D750 and its successor.

    UPGRADES Nikon D780 vs Nikon D750
    Cheaper $2299 (body only), $2799 (w/24-120mm lens) vs $2299.95 / £1799.99 / €2149 (body only), £2249.99 / €2679.00 (body + 24-85mm lens), €2799.00 (body + 24-120mm lens)
    Sensor Type BSI-CMOS vs CMOS
    Higher Sensor Resolution 24.5 Megapixel vs 24.3 Megapixel
    Higher Native ISO 51,200 vs 12,800
    Higher Boosted ISO 204,800 vs 51,200
    More Powerful Processor EXPEED 6 vs EXPEED 4
    Max Image Resolution 6048 x 4024 vs 6016 x 4016
    Touch-to-Focus vs
    Touch Screen vs
    Higher Resolution Screen 2,359k dot vs 1,229k dot
    Lower Min Shutter Speed 900 sec vs 30 sec
    Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/8000 sec vs 1/4000 sec
    Higher Max Continuous Shooting 12.0 fps vs 6.5 fps
    Lower Min Metering -3 EV vs 0 EV
    Higher Video Resolution 3840 x 2160 vs 1920 x 1080
    Higher USB Speed USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec) vs USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
    Built-In Bluetooth vs
    Longer Battery Life 2260 shots vs 1230 shots
    DOWNGRADES Nikon D780 vs Nikon D750
    Built-in Flash vs
    Dust Proof vs
    Heavier 840 g (1.85 lb / 29.63 oz) vs 750 g (1.65 lb / 26.46 oz)

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Nikon D750 vs D780.

    Screen and Viewfinder

    Tilting screen

    Nikon D750 has a 3.2" Tilting screen with 1,229k dot resolution. Tilting screen makes this camera very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting.

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    Nikon D750 with Tilting screen


    Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder

    Camera has a built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinder. It has a 100% coverage and 0.70x magnification.

    Sensor

    Nikon D750 features a 24.3 megapixel Full Frame CMOS sensor with dimensions of 35.9 x 24 mm and a total area of 861.6 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,800 and expands to 50 - 51,200 in boosted mode.


    Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how Nikon D750's Full Frame sensor compares with other types of sensors:

    Sensor size chart
    Sensor Dimensions Area Aspect Ratio Crop Factor
    Image cannot be displayedMedium Format44 x 33 mm1452 mm24:30.79x
    Image cannot be displayedFull Frame35.9 x 24 mm861.6 mm23:21x
    Image cannot be displayedAPS-H27 x 18 mm486 mm23:21.3x
    Image cannot be displayedAPS-C23.6 x 15.6 mm368.2 mm23:21.5x
    Image cannot be displayedAPS-C (Canon)22.3 x 14.9 mm332.3 mm23:21.6x
    Image cannot be displayedMicro Four Thirds17.4 x 13 mm226.2 mm24:32x
    Image cannot be displayed1-inch13.2 x 8.8 mm116.2 mm23:22.7x
    Image cannot be displayed1/1.7-inch7.44 x 5.58 mm41.5 mm24:34.7x
    Image cannot be displayed1/2.3-inch6.17 x 4.55 mm28.1 mm24:35.6x

    Photography Features

    Camera is equipped with EXPEED 4 processor and can take pictures up to 6016 x 4016 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolutions like FX: 4512 x 3008, 3008 x 2008, 1.2x crop: 5008 x 3336, 3752 x 2504, DX: 3936 x 2624, 2944 x 1968, 1968 x 1312 with 3:2 aspect ratios.


    Lens Mount

    Nikon D750 has Nikon F lens mount. Due to Full Frame sensor its crop factor (also called lens multiplier) is 1x. This means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length.


    No In-Body Image Stabilization

    The camera does not have in-body image stabilization (IBIS) so it needs lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction.

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    Connectivity, Battery and Storage

    Built-in Wi-Fi

    Camera has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
      Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


    USB Input and HDMI Output

    Nikon D750 has a Mini-USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer. There is a Mini HDMI connector for video signal output.


    Battery

    Nikon D750 comes with EN-EL15 battery pack with battery life of 1230 shots.


    External Storage Slots

    The camera has Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slots.

    Other Features

    Shutter

    Nikon D750 has Electronic shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec. Camera can shoot continuously up to 6.5 fps.


    Focusing

    Nikon D750 has 51 (15 cross-type) focusing points and from -3 to +19 EV detection range There is also face detection feature which automatically finds and focuses on faces.


    Exposure

    Camera's exposure metering ranges from 0 to +20 EV and you can set the exposure compensation within the ±5 EV range. You can also do exposure lock, exposure bracketing and manual exposure adjustment.


    Flash

    Nikon D750 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 12.00 m at ISO 100 and also accepts external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/200 sec. Flash compensation can be set from -3 to +1 EV with 1/3 or 1/2 or 1 EV step increments.

    Physical Parameters

    Nikon D750 has dimensions of 141 x 113 x 78 mm (5.55 x 4.45 x 3.07"). It weighs 750 g (1.65 lb / 26.46 oz) which is neither heavy nor lightweight.

    141 mm (5.55")

    113 mm (4.45")

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    113 mm (4.45")

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    78 mm (3.07")

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    Nikon D750 dimensions

    Nikon D750 for Different Types of Photography

    We give scores to the camera for different type of photography based on its features and specifications. Let us see how Nikon D750 is suitable for six different types of photography.


    Landscape Photography

    EXCELLENT
    85

    Nikon D750 gets a score of 85 and is EXCELLENT choice for Landscape photography.

    •   Large Sensor
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   Environmental Sealing

    Sports Photography

    GOOD
    74

    Nikon D750 gets a score of 74 and is GOOD choice for Sports photography.

    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
    •   51 Focus Points
    •   15 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.5 fps
    •   Long Battery Life - 1230 shots
    •   2 Storage Slots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Wildlife Photography

    GOOD
    70

    Nikon D750 gets a score of 70 and is GOOD choice for Wildlife photography.

    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
    •   51 Focus Points
    •   15 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.5 fps
    •   Environmental Sealing
    •   Long Battery Life - 1230 shots
    •   2 Storage Slots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Portrait Photography

    GOOD
    81

    Nikon D750 gets a score of 81 and is GOOD choice for Portrait photography.

    •   Large Sensor
    •   51 Focus Points
    •   15 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Large Screen - 3.2"
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
    •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/200 sec
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Street Photography

    GOOD
    83

    Nikon D750 gets a score of 83 and is GOOD choice for Street photography.

    •   Large Sensor
    •   51 Focus Points
    •   15 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Tilting Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   Environmental Sealing
    •   Weight - 750 g (1.65 lb / 26.46 oz)

    Travel Photography

    GOOD
    80

    Nikon D750 gets a score of 80 and is GOOD choice for Travel photography.

    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Tilting Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   Low Video Recording Limit
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   Environmental Sealing
    •   Weight - 750 g (1.65 lb / 26.46 oz)
    •   Long Battery Life - 1230 shots

    Nikon D750 Evaluation

    We evaluate Nikon D750 and give score of 74 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


    OVERALL
    74

    Sensor

    GOOD
    75

    We give Nikon D750 a score of 75 for Sensor parameters.

    •   Large Sensor
    •   Sensor Resolution - 24.3 Megapixel
    •   100 Lowest Native ISO
    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
    •   High DxO Overall Score - 93

    Photo

    GOOD
    70

    We give Nikon D750 a score of 70 for Photo parameters.

    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 6.5 fps
    •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/200 sec

    Video

    BAD
    16

    We give Nikon D750 a score of 16 for Video parameters.

    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   Low Video Recording Limit

    Focusing

    GOOD
    84

    We give Nikon D750 a score of 84 for Focusing parameters.

    •   -3 EV Min AF Detection
    •   51 Focus Points
    •   15 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus

    Screen and Viewfinder

    GOOD
    79

    We give Nikon D750 a score of 79 for Screen and Viewfinder parameters.

    •   Tilting Screen
    •   Large Screen - 3.2"
    •   Screen Resolution - 1,229k dot

    Connectivity

    EXCELLENT
    90

    We give Nikon D750 a score of 90 for Connectivity parameters.

    •   HDMI Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth

    Battery, Storage and Physical

    GOOD
    76

    We give Nikon D750 a score of 76 for Battery, Storage and Physical parameters.

    •   Environmental Sealing
    •   Weight - 750 g (1.65 lb / 26.46 oz)
    •   Long Battery Life - 1230 shots
    •   2 Storage Slots


    For a full specification list please go to the specifications page:

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