- 35mm 860.4mm2
- 12.1 megapixels
- ISO 200 - 6400
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Prices: | ||
Manufacturer URL: |
Manufacturer website
Nikon D700 webpage |
Manufacturer website |
Predecessor: | ||
Successor: |
Nikon D800
D700 vs D800 |
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General | ||
Model Number: | D700 | E-5 |
Alternate Model Number(s): | ||
Camera Format: | Pro SLR | Pro SLR |
Currently Manufactured: | No | No |
Retail Price: | $2999.95 | $1699.99 |
Street Price: | ||
Date Available: | 2008-07-30 | 2010-10-15 |
Tripod Mount: | Yes | Yes |
Weight: |
38.6 oz
(1,095 g)
includes batteries |
31.5 oz
(892 g)
includes batteries |
Size: |
5.8 x
4.8 x
3.0 in. (147 x 123 x 77 mm) |
5.6 x
4.6 x
2.9 in. (143 x 117 x 75 mm) |
Waterproof: | No | No |
Waterproof Depth: | n/a | n/a |
Image Sensor | ||
Sensor Type: | CMOS | Live MOS |
Sensor Manufacturer: | ||
Effective Megapixels: | 12.1 | 12.3 |
Sensor Format: | 35mm | 4/3 |
Sensor size: | 860.4mm2 (36.00mm x 23.90mm) | 224.9mm2 (17.30mm x 13.00mm) |
Approximate Pixel Pitch: | 8.46 microns | 4.29 microns |
Focal Length Multiplier: | 1.0x | 2.0x |
Aspect Ratio: | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Color Filter Type: | RGBG | RGBG |
Anti Aliasing Filter: | Fixed | Fixed |
Self-Cleaning: | Yes | Yes |
Sensor shift image stabilization: | No | Yes |
On-Sensor Phase Detect: | No | No |
DxO Sensor Score: | 80 | 56 |
DxO Color Depth Score (bits): | 23.5 | 21.6 |
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs): | 12.2 | 10.5 |
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso): | 2,303 | 519 |
Image Capture | ||
Image Resolution: |
4256 x 2832
(12.1 MP,
3:2), 3184 x 2120 (6.8 MP, 3:2), 2128 x 1416 (3.0 MP, 3:2), 2784 x 1848 (5.1 MP, Other), 2080 x 1384 (2.9 MP, 3:2), 1392 x 920 (1.3 MP, Other) |
4032 x 3024
(12.2 MP,
4:3), 3200 x 2400 (7.7 MP, 4:3), 2560 x 1920 (4.9 MP, 4:3), 1600 x 1200 (1.9 MP, 4:3), 1280 x 960 (1.2 MP, 4:3), 1024 x 768 (0.8 MP, 4:3), 640 x 480 (0.3 MP, 4:3) |
Image File Format: | JPEG (EXIF 2.21), RAW (NEF), 14 or 12-bit; TIFF | JPEG, 12-bit RAW (.ORF) |
Continuous-mode frames/second: | 5.1 | 5.0 |
Video Capture | ||
Can take movies: | No | Yes |
Movie Resolution: |
1280x720 (30)
640x480 (30) |
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Movie File Format: | AVI (Motion JPEG) | |
Composite Video Out: | Yes | Yes |
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video: | Yes | Yes |
Video Usable as Viewfinder: | Yes | |
HD Video Out: | Yes | Yes |
HD Video Connection: | HDMI | HDMI |
Lens & Optics | ||
Lens Mount: | Nikon F | Four Thirds |
Lens: | n/a | n/a |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent): | ||
Focal Length (actual): | ||
Zoom Ratio: | ||
Aperture Range: | ||
Integrated ND Filter: | No | No |
Normal Focus Range: | ||
Macro Focus Range: | ||
Filter Thread: | n/a | n/a |
Thread Type: | n/a | n/a |
Optical Image Stabilization: | No | No |
Digital Zoom: | No | No |
Digital Zoom Values: | n/a | n/a |
Auto Focus | ||
Auto Focus: | Yes | Yes |
Auto Focus Type: | 51-point TTL phase detection via Nikon Multi-CAM 3500FX with 15 cross-type and 36 line-type sensors | TTL Phase Detect: 11-point, all cross-type; Contrast Detect (Live View): 11-area, face detection |
Auto Focus Assist Light? | Yes | Yes |
Manual Focus: | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder | ||
Viewfinder: | Optical / LCD | Optical / LCD |
Viewfinder Type: | SLR type; fixed eye-level pentaprism, 95% coverage, 0.72x mag., 18mm eyepoint, -3 to +1 diopter | SLR type; eye-level pentaprism, ~100% coverage, ~1.15x mag., ~20mm eyepoint, -3.0 to +1.0 diopter |
Focus Peaking: | No | No |
EVF Resolution: | n/a | n/a |
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent): | 0.72x | 0.58x |
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed): | 0.72x | 1.15x |
Display | ||
Eye-level Viewfinder: | Yes | Yes |
Rear Display: | Yes | Yes |
Rear Display Size (inches): | 3.0 | 3.0 |
Rear Display Resolution: | 920,000 dots | 921,000 dots |
Touchscreen: | No | No |
Articulating Screen: | No | Yes |
Tilt Swivel Screen: | No | |
Selfie Screen: | No | |
Max Playback Zoom: | 27.0x | 14.0x |
Top Deck Display: | Yes | Yes |
Exposure | ||
Maximum ISO (native): | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum ISO (native): | 200 | 100 |
ISO Settings: | 200 - 6400, plus down to 100 in Lo-1, up to 25,600 in Hi-2 | Auto (200 - 6400, customizable), 100 - 6400 (1/3, 1 EV steps) |
Auto ISO Mode: | Yes | Yes |
White Balance Settings: | Auto, seven manual modes can be preset with fine-tuning; color temperature setting, custom | Auto, Lamp, Fluorescent, Daylight, Flash, Cloudy, Shade, Customized WB, One-touch WB (4 settings), Underwater |
Shutter Speed Range: | 1/8000 - 30 sec | 1/8000 - 60 sec |
Bulb Mode: | Yes | Yes |
Exposure Compensation: | +/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps | +/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps |
Metering Modes: | 1005-pixel 3D Color Matrix Metering II, Center-weighted, Spot (1.5%) centered on selected focus area | 49-zone Digital ESP, Center Weighted Average, Spot (2% with Highlight/Shadow mode) |
Program Auto Exposure: | Yes | Yes |
Aperture Priority: | Yes | Yes |
Shutter Priority: | Yes | Yes |
Full Manual Exposure: | Yes | Yes |
Creative Exposure Modes: | None | Underwater program AE |
Self Timer: | 2/5/10/20 seconds | 2 or 12 seconds |
Time Lapse (intervalometer): | Yes | |
High Resolution Composite: | No | No |
Flash | ||
Built-in Flash: | Yes | Yes |
Flash Modes: | Front-curtain sync, Slow sync, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync; supports Advanced Wireless Lighting system | Auto, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction slow sync., Slow sync at 1st curtain, Slow sync at 2nd curtain, Fill-in, Manual (1/4, 1/16, 1/64), Off. |
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100): | 12.0 m / 39.4 ft. | 13.0 m / 42.7 ft. |
Flash Range Description: | Lens dependent | Depends on lens aperture |
Max Flash Sync: | 1/250 | 1/250 |
Flash Exposure Compensation: | -3 to +1 EV in 0.3EV steps | +/- 3.0 EV in 0.3EV steps |
External Flash Connection: | ISO-type hot-shoe, PC Sync terminal | Hot Shoe, PC sync socket |
Built-In Wireless Flash Control: | Full TTL exposure | |
Image Storage | ||
Usable Memory Types: | CF1 | CF1 / SD / SDHC / SDXC |
UHS Support: | ||
Other Memory: | ||
Dual Card Slots: | No | Yes |
RAW Capture Support: | Yes | Yes |
Uncompressed Format: | RAW (NEF), 14 or 12-bit; TIFF | 12-bit RAW (.ORF) |
Movie File Format: | AVI (Motion JPEG) | |
Included Memory: | No memory included | No memory included |
Included Memory Type: | ||
Connectivity | ||
Built-In Wi-Fi: | No | No |
NFC: | No | No |
Bluetooth: | No | No |
Built-In GPS: | No | No |
Microphone Jack: | No | No |
Headphone Jack: | No | No |
External Connections: | USB 2.0 High Speed | USB 2.0 High Speed |
PictBridge Compliant: | Yes | Yes |
DPOF Compliant: | Yes | Yes |
Remote Control: | Yes | Yes |
Remote Control Type: | Optional wired | RM-1 IR or RM-CB1 Cable |
Connections (extended): | HDMI Out, DC Input, 10-pin Expansion Terminal (GPS and WT-4A compatible) | Mini HDMI (type-C) Output, DC Input, Cable Remote |
Performance Timing | ||
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution): | 0.38 | |
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame): | 0.36 | |
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames): | 17 | |
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot): | ||
Camera penalizes early shutter press? | No | |
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution): | 5.1 | 5.0 |
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution): | 100 | |
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | ||
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames): | ||
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | ||
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames): | ||
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid): | 0.20 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, tele): | ||
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR): | ||
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR): | ||
Shutter Lag (manual focus): | 0.045 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash): | 0.21 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (prefocused): | 0.045 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (notes): | Up to 8fps with MB-D10 | |
Startup Time: | 0.4 seconds | |
Play -> Record Time: | 0.4 seconds | |
Flash cycle time, full power: | 2.6 seconds | |
Power | ||
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View): | ||
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF): | 1000 shots | 870 shots |
Battery Life, Video: | ||
Battery Form Factor: | Proprietary EN-EL3e | Proprietary BLM-5 |
Usable Battery Types: | Lithium Ion rechargeable or MB-D10 battery grip | Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Batteries Included: | 1 x Proprietary EN-EL3e Lithium Ion rechargeable | 1 x Proprietary BLM-5 Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter): | Yes | Yes |
Dedicated Battery Charger Included: | ||
Internal Charging Supported: | ||
Software | ||
Included Software: | Nikon Software Suite CD-ROM | OLYMPUS software CD-ROM |
OS Compatibility: | ||
Miscellaneous | ||
Notes & Features: | Full-frame 12MP FX CMOS sensor (same as D3) in more compact, magnesium-alloy prosumer body with weather sealing, Expeed processor, dust-reduction, virtual horizon indicator, Scene Recognition System, 51-point AF, 2 mode Live View, built-in flash, 150K shutter, Active D-Lighting with new Auto mode, Picture Control, Vignette Control, HDMI, GPS and WT-4A wireless transmitter support. | Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, Hi-res 921Kdot Articulating LCD, 720p movies, HDMI output, Dual CF/SD card support (including SDXC), AF fine tuning. |