Nikon D750 vs Nikon D810

Introduction

Choosing a decent camera for your needs may be a very hard task, especially today in this mass market with plenty of brands, camera types, and prices.

These two Nikon cameras have been in a race with each other for quite some years now, but we all know they both are great cameras to go with as they come with a plethora of premium features and a fluid performance.

In today’s article, I am going to show you why one of these cameras can be the perfect photography tool for you, while I will also try to mention every detail and point out even their slightest differences.

It’s hard to really compare the Nikon D750 and Nikon D810 since they come at a pretty similar price, which means that before you decide on purchasing a camera, make sure you know exactly for what kind of features are you after, depending on what type of photography you’re in, that’s how you’re going to know which one suits your needs the most.

Okay, first, we will begin by reviewing both products individually, while at the end, I am going to provide you with a comparison table where you will be able to see which one has the advantage on which specific, so let’s get started shall we?

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Head To Head Comparison

Nikon D750

DSLRs are the most anticipated and the most popular cameras on the mass market, this goes the same for professional photographers, enthusiasts, and hobbyists. I have been a fan of DSLRs for quite some years, while I have tested and tried out many different cameras, and for this particular camera, I have done plenty of reviews, but I haven’t really had the chance to compare it with the D810, so that’s what I am going to do today.

Take in mind that both of these cameras are superb, while some people call them mid-range, I don’t really consider them as such since they both are pretty high-end whether you see it in terms of specs, features, or performance.

I am going to start with the things I like the most, starting from the lightweight and compact design which really makes this camera stand out from the other DSLRs on the market. As you know, DSLRs tend to come at a more bulkier and sturdy built, but this one comes in more of a compact shape but it doesn’t sacrifice durability for it, while it has a decent handgrip which delivers exceptional comfort while holding the camera. Additionally, you will also notice the textured sides which not only give a great look to the overall appearance of the camera, but it also delivers a smooth feeling when you hold the camera, which also adds extra points to the comfort zone.

As for the LCD screen, there have been some complaints about it, the first one being the lack of a touchscreen, but I got used to it since the D750 pays the debt fully in performance and specs. More precisely, this particular camera has a 3.2-inch 1229k-dot LCD screen which delivers a stunning image quality with tons of details and plenty of sharpness, while I find it to perform quite well even in outdoor light, so there’s that. Did I mention that the camera can tilt, this is an essential feature to have especially for videographers since you can set it in the desired position to shoot from different angles and viewing positions.

Now, let’s get more into the specifics and see how can this camera truly perform.

As I always start in any of my reviews, first let’s note that this camera boasts a 24.3-megapixel Full-Frame CMOS sensor which when combined with the EXPEED 4 image processor and the native ISO of up to 12800, it allows for continuous shooting speed of 6.5 frames per second.

This camera brings out a huge resolution with remarkable quality, while its performance in low-light its exceptionally good, especially since you can boost the ISO to 51,200. Unlike other DSLRs at this price range, even at the highest ISOs, you’re still going to get a noise-free image quality with plenty of detail.

Let’s not forget, the autofocus system of the D750 has been for years one of my favorite AF systems out there, featuring a 51-point AF system with 15 being cross-type points, which means that the camera can lock and maintain focus even on fast-moving subjects with ease.

Seeing all these specs, we can safely say that this camera would be ideal for wildlife, sports, portrait photography, and similar categories. In our buying guide about wide angle lenses for nikon d750, we listed many different models that work well with it in many different situations.

Although, in terms of video recording, this camera lacks one of the most in-vogue features for videographers, 4K video. Thus, you can also record at full HD 1080p, but apart from that, the dynamic range sensor is upgraded via the built-in HDR shooting. But what’s really cool is that you can enrich your footage or photos via the Creative Effects that you can choose from, such as the Selective Color, Color Sketch, Miniature Effect, and much more.

For connecting your smartphone device or tablet with the camera you can use the built-in Wi-Fi, from which you can instantly share or transfer your files.

As a verdict, the Nikon D750 is a reliable camera that can suit you well especially if you’re using an older model, this one will be the perfect camera for you to upgrade your photography to a whole new level.

Nikon D750 Sample Images:

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Nikon D810

The Nikon D810 has a relatively higher price than the Nikon D750, but that does not necessarily mean that this one is better, we’re about to see in just a bit. This camera came out during the same year as the Nikon D750 came out, so just by this, you should get the idea that they are pretty similar with only a few changes.

In terms of the design, similar to the Nikon D750, this one also comes in more of a compact construction rather than a standard DSLR shaped camera, while it weighs only 34.6-ounces. It has a deeply sculpted handgrip that feels pretty solid and comfortable to hold, but I find the textures on the sides to be a bit rougher than usually found in DSLR cameras. The button layout remains mainly the same where everything is well balanced and spaced.

What a find distracting is the natural finger rest, it just feels off sometimes like that’s not where your finger should rest, but nonetheless, this is only my personal opinion which doesn’t have to affect your opinion about the camera.

Let’s also point out that I have tested the camera in different weather conditions, rain, snow, dry and I can safely conclude that the camera is weatherproof, I haven’t really had any problems with using it on rain or whatsoever.

Next, we have an LCD screen. Just as you might expect from a Nikon DSLR camera, this one has a 3.2-inch diagonal LCD screen with the same 1,299k-dots as found in the D750, but what’s disappointing is that the screen is fixed, which means you won’t be able to tilt it or anything, and if you are a videographer, I wouldn’t really recommend this camera because this is one of the most essential features you need in videography. It’s also important to note that the LCD is not touch-screen enabled, but take in mind that this camera promises more in number than in features, so let’s jump now to performance to see how this camera does in other aspects.

How do I say this the best way possible, the D810 has a remarkable 36.3-megapixel full-frame sensor which delivers dazzling image quality with sharp details, vibrant colors and a fast performance aided by the EXPEED 4 image-processor for flawless detail retention from snow white to pitch black.

But that’s not the best part, you also get beautiful noise-free images from ISO 64 to 12,800, while if you combine all of these specs into one piece, you get an incredible continuous shooting speed of 5-frames per second. Even though this may not seem much to you, since the D750 has a 6.5-frames per second continuous shooting, take in mind that this camera is more oriented toward photographers rather than videographers.

Nonetheless, that doesn’t stop it from having a 51-point autofocus system, more precisely, it offers incredible tracking and focusing across the frame in a quick way due to the fast acquisition, and once the focus lock onto the target which does it pretty fast, it then maintains the focus even if the subject moves.

We mentioned it earlier, but let’s say it again, these two cameras are not really ideal for videography, which brings up the case that the D810 also lacks 4K video recording, whereas you can only capture FHD 1080p at 60fps. But what’s different from the other models now is that the ISO can auto-adjust in video mode, thus, it prevents a distracting shift in exposure as lighting conditions change.

What’s the sad part when it comes to connectivities is that the Nikon D810 doesn’t have a built-in Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth or GPS, so you’ll have to use the optional wireless communication technology via the WT-51 or Eye-Fi.

In the end, the Nikon D810 still remains as a must-have camera, it has a pretty decent performance, while it’s image quality goes beyond the charts with its full-frame 36.3-megapixel sensor, so the guideline is, yes it’s worth it, the D810 is a great camera to go with.

Nikon D810 Sample Images:

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Nikon D750 vs Nikon D810 Feature Comparison

	Nikon D750	Nikon D810
Camera Type	Full-Frame DSLR	Full-Frame DSLR
Megapixels	24.3	36.3
ISO Range	100 to 12,800(51,200)	100-12,800
Flip-Out Screen	Yes	No
AF Points	51 AF Points	51 AF Points
Viewfinder	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	No	No
Video Recording	Yes	Yes
Sensor Size	Full-Frame CMOS	Full-Frame CMOS

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Conclusion

It’s pretty obvious, isn’t it? I mean even though these cameras come in a similar price range, we can see that the D810 has a real bump when it comes to the sensor, a 24.3MP sensor vs a 36.3MP-sensor.

But it all depends on whether you want to spend more or not, if you were to decide between these two cameras, I would honestly say to go for the D810, it’s simply better especially for still photography, landscape, and portrait photography.

Nonetheless, the Nikon D750 would be ideal for wildlife, sports, and some commercial applications, considering it has a continuous shooting speed of 6.5-frames per second, but in the end, it all depends on what type of photography you’re in, and which features meet your requirements the most.

As we got the comparison table out of the way, by now, I believe you have enough facts and arguments to support your decision, whether the D750 is the one you need or the D810, the decision is all yours to make now.

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