Engineering:Nikon D780

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Nikon D780
Nikon D780 body and attached lens
Overview
MakerNikon
TypeDigital single-lens reflex
ReleasedJanuary 6, 2020;
6 years ago
 (2020-01-06)
Lens
Lens mountNikon F-mount
Sensor/medium
Sensor typeBSI CMOS
Sensor size35.9 x 23.9 mm
(Nikon FX format)
Sensor makerSony[1]
Short description: 2020 full-frame digital single-lens reflex camera
Maximum resolution6,048 x 4,024 pixels
(24.3 megapixels)
Film speed100–51,200, extended mode 50 to 204,800
Recording medium2 × SD (UHS-II)
Focusing
Focus modesInstant single-servo (AF-S); continuous-servo (AF-C); auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A); manual (M)
Focus areas51 focus points
Exposure/metering
Metering modesMatrix metering, center-weighted metering, spot metering, highlight-weighted
Flash
Flash exposure compensation-3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV
Flash synchronization1/200s max
Shutter
ShutterElectronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter
Shutter speeds1/8,000 s to 30 s (extendable to 900 s in manual mode) and bulb
Continuous shooting7 frames per second
Live view: 8 frames per second (14-bit), 12 fps (12-bit)
Viewfinder
Viewfinder magnification0.7
Frame coverage100%
Image processing
Image processorEXPEED 6
White balanceYes
General
Video recording4K up to 30 fps
1080p up to 120 fps
LCD screen3.2 inches with 2,359,000 dots; tilting, touch enabled
BatteryEN-EL15b
AV Port(s)HDMI Type C
Data Port(s)USB-C
Dimensions143.5 x 115.5 x 76 mm (5.7 x 4.6 x 3 inches)[2]
Weight755 g (body only)
840 g (with battery & SD card)
Made in Thailand
Chronology
PredecessorNikon D750

The Nikon D780 is a full-frame DSLR camera announced by Nikon on January 6, 2020.[3][4][5][6] It was released for purchase on January 23, 2020.[7] It is the successor to the Nikon D750 and has incorporated many features from the mirrorless Z6 camera.[8]

Compared to the Nikon D750

Nikon D780 logo

As compared to the previous Nikon D750, this camera body has an upgraded EXPEED 6 processor (the D750 had an EXPEED 4 processor), a BSI CMOS sensor that allows for better low-light performance (the D750 had an ISO range of 100–12,800, where the D780 has a range of 100–51,200), and a faster maximum shutter speed of 1/8000 (as compared to 1/4000 on the D750). For continuous shooting, the D780 can shoot up to 7 frames per second (fps), where the D750 was capable of shooting up to 6.5 fps. In "live view" mode, continuous shooting up to 12 fps is possible.[2] While it does not have a built-in flash as the D750 does, nor an AF-assist lamp, it has a standard hot shoe for use with an external flash. With the switch to USB-C, the camera can recharge the EN-EL15b battery internally.[9][10] The D780 also does not have the facility to add a battery grip with portrait orientation shooting controls.[11]

Memory card

The D780 has two SD card slots, supporting SD, SDHC (UHS-II compliant), and SDXC (UHS-II compliant).

Reception

DPReview calls the D780 "a DSLR that's learned a lot from mirrorless". They go on to note differences between the D750 and D780, finishing with the observation that those invested in Nikon F-mount lenses should consider this body if it meets their needs. Those not already invested in F-mount lenses should instead consider the Nikon Z6.[12]

References

  1. "Who produces the sensors for Nikon’s mirrorless cameras?". https://nikonrumors.com/2025/09/28/who-produces-the-sensors-for-nikons-mirrorless-cameras.aspx/. 
  2. 2.0 2.1 Nikon D780 Reference Manual (En). Nikon. n.d.. pp. 840–855. http://download.nikonimglib.com/archive4/Vkws100OCmCB04rk5Tj37PN2eQ13/D780RM_(En)01.pdf. Retrieved 2020-02-02. 
  3. Dent, Steve (2020-01-06). "Nikon's D780 is its most serious DSLR for video yet". engadget. https://www.engadget.com/2020/01/06/nikon-d780-dslr-video-4k-ces2018/. 
  4. "Versatility Meets Agility: The D780 Is A New Kind Of DSLR For A New Breed Of Creator". Nikon USA. 2020-01-06. https://www.nikonusa.com/en/about-nikon/press-room/press-release/k4on1pj4/Versatility-Meets-Agility%3A-The-D780-Is-A-New-Kind-Of-DSLR-For-A-New-Breed-Of-Creator.html. 
  5. Michael Zhang (2020-01-06). "Nikon Unveils the D780: A 'New Kind of DSLR' with 'Mirrorless Tech'". https://petapixel.com/2020/01/06/nikon-unveils-the-d780-a-new-kind-of-dslr-with-mirrorless-tech/. 
  6. Byford, Sam (2020-01-06). "Nikon finally updates its most popular full-frame DSLR". The Verge. https://www.theverge.com/2020/1/6/21051980/nikon-d780-dslr-camera-announcement-specs-price-update-ces-2020. 
  7. "Nikon D780 now shipping, currently in stock". 2020-01-23. https://nikonrumors.com/2020/01/23/nikon-d780-now-shipping-currently-in-stock.aspx/. 
  8. "Nikon interview: "We’re at a transitional stage"". DPReview. Feb 12, 2020. https://www.dpreview.com/interviews/6739481235/ces-2020-interview-nikon-we-are-at-a-transitional-stage. 
  9. Grunin, Lori (2020-01-09). "With D780, Nikon finally shows fans of its midrange DSLR some love". CNET. https://www.cnet.com/news/nikon-d780-shows-its-midrange-dslr-fans-some-love-ces-2020/. 
  10. Butler, Richard (2020-01-19). "The Nikon D750 vs D780: Should you upgrade?". DPReview. https://www.dpreview.com/articles/3590701564/the-nikon-d750-vs-d780-should-you-upgrade. 
  11. "Nikon D780 Review". https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikon-d780-review/3. 
  12. Butler, Richard (2020-01-07). "Nikon D780 initial review". DPReview. https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikon-d780-review. 

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