- 35mm 858.0mm2
- 24.5 megapixels
- ISO 100 - 51,200
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Prices: | Compare Prices | |
Manufacturer URL: | Manufacturer website | Manufacturer website |
Predecessor: |
Nikon D750
D750 vs D780 |
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Successor: |
Canon 5D Mark II
5D vs 5D Mark II |
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General | ||
Model Number: | 5D | D780 |
Alternate Model Number(s): | ||
Camera Format: | Pro SLR | SLR |
Currently Manufactured: | No | Yes |
Retail Price: | $3499.99 | $2299.95 |
Street Price: | $1,830.28 | |
Date Available: | 2005-08-22 | 2020-01-25 |
Tripod Mount: | Yes | Yes |
Weight: | 28.6 oz (810 g) | 29.6 oz (840 g) |
Size: |
6.0 x
4.4 x
3.0 in. (152 x 113 x 75 mm) |
5.6 x
4.5 x
3.0 in. (144 x 116 x 76 mm) |
Waterproof: | No | No |
Waterproof Depth: | n/a | n/a |
Image Sensor | ||
Sensor Type: | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor Manufacturer: | Canon | |
Effective Megapixels: | 12.8 | 24.5 |
Sensor Format: | 35mm | 35mm |
Sensor size: | 855.62mm2 (35.80mm x 23.90mm) | 858.01mm2 (35.90mm x 23.90mm) |
Approximate Pixel Pitch: | 8.20 microns | 5.94 microns |
Focal Length Multiplier: | 1.0x | 1.0x |
Aspect Ratio: | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Color Filter Type: | RGBG | RGBG |
Anti Aliasing Filter: | Fixed | Fixed |
Self-Cleaning: | No | Yes |
Sensor shift image stabilization: | No | No |
On-Sensor Phase Detect: | No | Yes |
DxO Sensor Score: | 71 | |
DxO Color Depth Score (bits): | 22.9 | |
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs): | 11.1 | |
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso): | 1,368 | |
Image Capture | ||
Image Resolution: |
4368 x 2912
(12.7 MP,
3:2), 3168 x 2112 (6.7 MP, 3:2), 2496 x 1664 (4.2 MP, 3:2) |
6048 x 4024
(24.3 MP,
3:2), 4528 x 3016 (13.7 MP, 3:2), 3014 x 2016 (6.1 MP, 3:2), 6048 x 3400 (20.6 MP, 16:9), 4528 x 2544 (11.5 MP, 16:9), 3024 x 1696 (5.1 MP, 16:9), 4016 x 4016 (16.1 MP, 1:1), 3008 x 3008 (9.0 MP, 1:1), 2000 x 2000 (4.0 MP, 1:1), 3936 x 2624 (10.3 MP, 3:2), 2944 x 1968 (5.8 MP, 3:2), 1968 x 1312 (2.6 MP, 3:2) |
Image File Format: | JPEG (EXIF 2.21), RAW (.CR2) | JPEG (EXIF 2.3), RAW (NEF), lossless compressed, compressed 14 or 12-bit; RAW+JPEG |
Continuous-mode frames/second: | 3.0 | 12.0 |
Video Capture | ||
Can take movies: | No | Yes |
Movie Resolution: |
3840x2160 (30p/25p/24p)
1920x1080 (120p/100p/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p) |
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Movie File Format: | MOV (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC video with Linear PCM audio) | |
Composite Video Out: | Yes | No |
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video: | Yes | n/a |
Video Usable as Viewfinder: | No | n/a |
HD Video Out: | Yes | |
HD Video Connection: | HDMI | |
Lens & Optics | ||
Lens Mount: | Canon EF | Nikon F |
Lens: | n/a | Nikkor AF-S 24-120mm f/4G ED VR; 17 elements in 13 groups, including 3 aspherical and 2 ED elements |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent): | 24 - 120mm | |
Focal Length (actual): | 24 - 120mm | |
Zoom Ratio: | 5.00x | |
Aperture Range: | f/4 - f/22 | |
Integrated ND Filter: | No | No |
Normal Focus Range: |
45 cm to Infinity 17.7 in to Infinity |
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Macro Focus Range: | ||
Filter Thread: | n/a | 77.0mm |
Thread Type: | n/a | n/a |
Optical Image Stabilization: | No | Yes |
Digital Zoom: | No | No |
Digital Zoom Values: | n/a | n/a |
Auto Focus | ||
Auto Focus: | Yes | Yes |
Auto Focus Type: | 9-point (plus 6 invisible assist points), TTL-CT-SIR CMOS | OVF: 51-point (15 cross-type, f/8 supported by 11 points) TTL phase detection with 3D focus tracking via Nikon Advanced Multi-CAM 3500FX II; Hybrid phase/contrast-detect AF in Live View mode |
Auto Focus Assist Light? | Yes | No |
Manual Focus: | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder | ||
Viewfinder: | Optical / LCD (playback only) | Optical / LCD |
Viewfinder Type: | SLR type, eye-level pentaprism | SLR type; fixed eye-level pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.70x magnification, 21mm eyepoint, -3 to +1 diopter |
Focus Peaking: | No | Yes |
EVF Resolution: | n/a | n/a |
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent): | 0.70x | |
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed): | 0.70x | |
Display | ||
Eye-level Viewfinder: | Yes | Yes |
Rear Display: | Yes | Yes |
Rear Display Size (inches): | 2.5 | 3.2 |
Rear Display Resolution: | 230,000 dots | 2,359,296 dots (786,432 px) |
Touchscreen: | No | Yes |
Articulating Screen: | No | Yes |
Tilt Swivel Screen: | No | |
Selfie Screen: | No | |
Max Playback Zoom: | 10.0x | |
Top Deck Display: | Yes | Yes |
Exposure | ||
Maximum ISO (native): | 1600 | 51200 |
Minimum ISO (native): | 100 | 100 |
ISO Settings: | 100 - 1600 in 1/3-stop increments, expandable to 50 / 3200 | ISO 100 - 51,200, Lo-1 (ISO 50), Hi-1 (ISO 102,400), Hi-2 (ISO 204,800), Auto (adjustable) |
Auto ISO Mode: | No | Yes |
White Balance Settings: | Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, White Fluorescent light, Flash, Custom, Color Temperature | Auto (3 types), natural light auto, direct sunlight, cloudy, shade, incandescent, fluorescent (7 types), flash, choose color temperature (2500K-10,000K), preset manual (up to 6 values can be stored, spot white balance measurement available during live view photography), all except choose color temperature with fine-tuning |
Shutter Speed Range: | 1/8000 - 30 sec | 1/8000 - 900 sec |
Bulb Mode: | Yes | Yes |
Exposure Compensation: | +/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps | +/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps |
Metering Modes: | TTL full-aperture w/ 35-zone SPC: AF-linked Evaluative, 8% partial, 3.5% spot, center-weighted avg. | 180,000-pixel RGB sensor; 3D Color Matrix Metering II (type G, E, and D lenses), Color Matrix Metering II (other CPU lenses); Center-weighted, Spot (1.5%) centered on selected focus area; Highlight-weighted |
Program Auto Exposure: | No | Yes |
Aperture Priority: | Yes | Yes |
Shutter Priority: | Yes | Yes |
Full Manual Exposure: | Yes | Yes |
Creative Exposure Modes: | EFCT Special effect modes: night vision; super vivid; pop; photo illustration; toy camera effect; miniature effect; selective color; silhouette; high key; low key; U1 and U2 user settings; Active D-Lighting | |
Self Timer: | 10 seconds | 2/5/10/20 seconds |
Time Lapse (intervalometer): | Yes | |
High Resolution Composite: | No | No |
Flash | ||
Built-in Flash: | No | No |
Flash Modes: | n/a | Front-curtain sync, Slow sync, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync |
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100): | n/a | n/a |
Flash Range Description: | n/a | n/a |
Max Flash Sync: | 1/200 | 1/200 |
Flash Exposure Compensation: | +/- 2.0 EV in 0.3EV steps | -3 to +1 EV in 0.3EV steps |
External Flash Connection: | Hot Shoe, Sync Terminal | ISO-type Hot Shoe |
Built-In Wireless Flash Control: | No | |
Image Storage | ||
Usable Memory Types: | CF1 / CF2 / Microdrive | SD / SDHC / SDXC |
UHS Support: | UHS-II | |
Other Memory: | ||
Dual Card Slots: | Yes | Yes |
RAW Capture Support: | Yes | Yes |
Uncompressed Format: | RAW (.CR2) | RAW (NEF), lossless compressed, compressed 14 or 12-bit; RAW+JPEG |
Movie File Format: | MOV (H.264/MPEG-4 AVC video with Linear PCM audio) | |
Included Memory: | No memory included | No memory included |
Included Memory Type: | ||
Connectivity | ||
Built-In Wi-Fi: | No | Yes |
NFC: | No | No |
Bluetooth: | No | Yes |
Built-In GPS: | No | No |
Microphone Jack: | No | Yes |
Headphone Jack: | No | Yes |
External Connections: | USB 2.0 High Speed | USB 3.0 Super Speed,Bluetooth,WiFi |
PictBridge Compliant: | Yes | Yes |
DPOF Compliant: | Yes | Yes |
Remote Control: | Yes | Yes |
Remote Control Type: | Remote w/ N3-type contact | Via Wi-Fi/Bluetooth; optional wired or wireless |
Connections (extended): | DC In | USB 3.1 Gen1 USB-C, Type-C Mini HDMI, Accessory Terminal, 3.5mm Stereo Mic Jack, 3.5mm Stereo Headphone Jack, Built-in Wi-Fi |
Performance Timing | ||
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution): | 0.40 | |
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame): | 0.33 | |
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? | ||
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution): | 3.0 | 12.0 |
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution): | 98 | |
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | 12.0 | |
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames): | ||
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | 12.0 | |
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames): | ||
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid): | 0.15 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, tele): | 0.15 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR): | ||
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR): | ||
Shutter Lag (manual focus): | 0.133 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash): | ||
Shutter Lag (prefocused): | 0.078 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (notes): | Tested with Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 macro lens | |
Startup Time: | 0.1 seconds | |
Play -> Record Time: | 0.0 seconds | |
Flash cycle time, full power: | ||
Power | ||
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View): | ||
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF): | 800 shots | 2260 shots |
Battery Life, Video: | ||
Battery Form Factor: | 1 x BP-511 / BP-511A / BP-512 / BP-514, 1 x CR2016 | Proprietary EN-EL15b/EN-EL15a/EN-EL15 |
Usable Battery Types: | Lithium Ion rechargeable | Lithium-ion rechargeable (ext. battery grip not supported) |
Batteries Included: | 1 x Proprietary BP-511A Lithium Ion rechargable | 1 x Proprietary EN-EL15b Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter): | Yes | Yes |
Dedicated Battery Charger Included: | Yes | |
Internal Charging Supported: | Yes | |
Software | ||
Included Software: | Digital Photo Professional, ZoomBrowserEX / ImageBrowser, PhotoStitch, Remote Capture,TWAIN and WIA drivers | Nikon software available for download |
OS Compatibility: | Windows, MacOS | |
Miscellaneous | ||
Notes & Features: |