Nikon D780

Nikon D780

Overview
Maker	Nikon
Type	Digital single-lens reflex
Released	January 6, 2020; 5 years ago (2020-01-06)
Lens
Lens mount	Nikon F-mount
Sensor/medium
Sensor type	BSI CMOS
Sensor size	35.9 x 23.9 mm (Nikon FX format)
Sensor maker	Sony [1]
Maximum resolution	6,048 x 4,024 pixels (24.3 megapixels)
Film speed	100–51,200, extended mode 50 to 204,800
Recording medium	2 × SD (UHS-II)
Focusing
Focus modes	Instant single-servo (AF-S); continuous-servo (AF-C); auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A); manual (M)
Focus areas	51 focus points
Exposure/metering
Metering modes	Matrix 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 synchronization	1/200s max
Shutter
Shutter	Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter
Shutter speeds	1/8,000 s to 30 s (extendable to 900 s in manual mode) and bulb
Continuous shooting	7 frames per second Live view: 8 frames per second (14-bit), 12 fps (12-bit)
Viewfinder
Viewfinder magnification	0.7
Frame coverage	100%
Image processing
Image processor	EXPEED 6
White balance	Yes
General
Video recording	4K up to 30 fps 1080p up to 120 fps
LCD screen	3.2 inches with 2,359,000 dots; tilting, touch enabled
Battery	EN-EL15b
AV port	HDMI Type C
Data port	USB-C
Dimensions	143.5 x 115.5 x 76 mm (5.7 x 4.6 x 3 inches) [2]
Weight	755 g (27 oz) (body only) 840 g (with battery & SD card)
Latest firmware	1.20 / 5 August 2025;4 months ago (5 August 2025) [3]
Made in	Thailand
Chronology
Predecessor	Nikon D750

The Nikon D780 is a full-frame DSLR camera announced by Nikon on January 6, 2020. ^{[4] [5] [6] [7]} It was released for purchase on January 23, 2020. ^[8] It is the successor to the Nikon D750 and has incorporated a lot of technologies from the mirrorless Z6 camera. ^[9]

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. ^{[10] [11]} The D780 also does not have the facility to add a battery grip with portrait orientation shooting controls. ^[12]

Memory card

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

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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. ^[13]

References

1. "Who produces the sensors for Nikon's mirrorless cameras?". Nikon Rumors. Retrieved 17 November 2025.
2. Nikon D780 Reference Manual (En) (PDF). Nikon. n.d. pp. 840–855. Retrieved 2020-02-02.
3. "D780 Frimware 1.20" . Retrieved 15 August 2025.
4. Dent, Steve (2020-01-06). "Nikon's D780 is its most serious DSLR for video yet". engadget . engadget. Retrieved 2020-02-02.
5. "Versatility Meets Agility: The D780 Is A New Kind Of DSLR For A New Breed Of Creator". Nikon USA. Nikon USA. 2020-01-06. Retrieved 2020-02-02.
6. Michael Zhang (2020-01-06). "Nikon Unveils the D780: A 'New Kind of DSLR' with 'Mirrorless Tech'". PetaPixel. Retrieved 2020-02-02.
7. Byford, Sam (2020-01-06). "Nikon finally updates its most popular full-frame DSLR". The Verge . The Verge. Retrieved 2020-02-03.
8. "Nikon D780 now shipping, currently in stock". Nikon Rumors. 2020-01-23. Retrieved 2020-02-02.
9. "Nikon interview: "We're at a transitional stage"". DPReview . DPReview. Feb 12, 2020. Retrieved October 29, 2023.
10. Grunin, Lori (2020-01-09). "With D780, Nikon finally shows fans of its midrange DSLR some love". CNET . CNET. Retrieved 2020-02-03.
11. Butler, Richard (2020-01-19). "The Nikon D750 vs D780: Should you upgrade?". DPReview . DPReview. Retrieved 2020-02-02.
12. "Nikon D780 Review".
13. Butler, Richard (2020-01-07). "Nikon D780 initial review". DPReview . DPReview. Retrieved 2020-02-03.

External links

• Nikon D780, Nikon