Nikon D750 FX-format Digital SLR Camera

DPReview Field Tests the Nikon D750

Putting the Nikon D750 to the Test

Barney Britton and Rishi Sanyal of DPReview decided to take the Nikon D750 out for a field test – watch to see how the camera performed as they test the D750’s 51-Point AF system, ISO range, HD video recording, and Dynamic Range performance in challenging shooting situations.

Ignite your creative desires

A serious tool for serious shooters

The D750 has a feature set unlike full-frame DSLRs its size. It uses the same autofocus and metering technology as the D4S and the D810—Nikon’s powerful 51-point AF system with 15 cross-type sensors and 3D Color Matrix Metering III with a 91,000-pixel RGB sensor. It’s fast and responsive; shoot 6.5 fps at full resolution. And it’s endlessly versatile; shoot stills in multiple formats, video with enhanced definition, smooth time-lapse sequences up to 9,999 shots in-camera and more—all with stunning sharpness and rich tonality. Open new compositional possibilities with its 3.2-inch 1,229k dot tilting Vari-angle LCD display, or use a compatible smartphone or tablet as a remote monitor for Live View shooting.

VIEW D750 SAMPLE PHOTOS(VIEW IN A LIGHTBOX)

Take your passion to the next level

24.3MP FX-format sensor and EXPEED 4

Like every Nikon full-frame DSLR, the D750 achieves a level of image quality few other manufacturers can match. Its newly designed 24.3MP FX-format CMOS image sensor is paired with EXPEED 4 image processing for fast frame rates, a low noise, wide ISO range of 100 to 12,800 (expandable up to ISO 51,200), Full HD video with enhanced definition and reduced noise at high ISO sensitivities, minimal moiré, jaggies and false colors and a Nikon first—autofocus performance down to -3EV. Paired with the versatile array of full-frame or DX-format NIKKOR lenses, the D750 is capable of telling any story you can imagine.

VIEW D750 SAMPLE PHOTOS(VIEW IN A LIGHTBOX)

Shoot cinematically

Cutting edge HD video capabilities

With professional video capabilities inspired by the D810 and an array of inputs and outputs, the D750 is as well-suited for recording daily life and events as it is for filmmaking and videography. Simultaneously record uncompressed and compressed Full HD 1080 footage at 60/50/30/25/24p. Manually control ISO, shutter speed and aperture while recording—even use Power Aperture control for smooth iris transitions and Auto ISO for smooth exposure transitions. Use Highlight Display with zebra stripes to confirm exposure, apply Flat Picture Control for easier color grading in post and record at low and high angles with the 3.2-inch tilting Vari-angle LCD.

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Stay connected

Built-in Wi-Fi sharing and remote control

Sharing and transferring your favorite D750 photos is fast, easy and fun. Wirelessly connect to the D750 with a compatible smartphone or tablet±, browse the camera’s memory card, download your favorite shots and then email them, text them or upload them to your favorite website. You can also use your smart device as a remote monitor and control for the D750—see what the camera sees and fire the shutter. For faster wireless transfers, transmit images over FTP using the WT-5A Wireless Transmitter + UT-1 Communication Unit. (Advanced shooters can use a web browser on a smartphone or tablet in HTTP mode to operate camera controls and begin Live View shooting.)

Nikon D750 photo of a male parkour athlete in air inset with a close up photo of a person's feet in a town square

Enjoy the view

A first for a Nikon full-frame DSLR, the D750 features a 3.2-inch 1,229k dot tilting Vari-angle LCD display. It has RGBW alignment and color balance customization, so it can be matched to an external monitor. Use it to shoot from high and low angles, to spot-select white balance during Live View shooting, to access the intuitively redesigned Info. display or to change settings quickly from the separate Photo Shooting and Movie Shooting menus. Match your view and your vision with the 100% coverage optical viewfinder, which has a bright, clear organic EL display system for making adjustments without taking your eye off the action.

VIEW D750 SAMPLE PHOTOS(VIEW IN A LIGHTBOX)

Photo of the interior monocoque body of the D750 and illustration showing weather sealing

Nimble design

Another first for a Nikon full-frame DSLR, the D750 employs a compact, lightweight and slim monocoque body design. The front body and front cover are constructed from carbon-fiber reinforced thermoplastics, while the rear and top covers are magnesium alloy, for a balanced combination of nimbleness and ruggedness. This slim styling and ergonomic layout allows for ample grip space and comfortable handling. And with its energy saving EXPEED 4, you can expect to keep shooting for up to 1,230 shots* and up to 55 minutes of recording time.

*With flash fired once every other shot, based on CIPA Standards

VIEW CAMERA DESIGN SAMPLE PHOTOS(VIEW IN A LIGHTBOX)

Three examples of creative looks of one Nikon D750 landscape photo

A creative mix

The D750 is designed to ignite your creativity. It has extensive auto bracketing—up to nine frames in 1/3, 1/5 or 1 EV steps. The already impressive dynamic range of the D750’s image sensor can be enhanced with built-in HDR shooting. Combine multiple exposures into one dramatically rich image in-camera. The Special Effects mode lets you apply creative effects like Selective Color, Color Sketch, Miniature Effect and more in real time to both stills and HD videos.

Photo showing the Nikon D750, NIKKOR lenses, Nikon SB-500 Speedlight, camera strap, battery, ME-1 stereo microphone and remote

A comprehensive system

The D750 is backed by one of the finest imaging systems available—compatible with the full collection of FX and DX NIKKOR lenses—legendary optics for every story. The camera is also compatible with the Nikon Creative Lighting System of i-TTL Speedlights, and its built-in flash has a Commander Mode, so you can use it to trigger external flashes with precise exposure and color information. Add the optional ME-1 Stereo Microphone for reduced camera noise during video recording, wireless remote controls, MB-D16 Multi-power Battery Pack and so much more.

A hobby that grows with you

Nikon’s HDSLR system is endlessly expandable. From legendary NIKKOR lenses and Nikon Speedlights for endless creative expression, your system can grow with you.

Nikon D750 photo of a landscape and stone aquaduct inset with three NIKKOR lenses

EXPLORE NIKKOR LENSES

Nikon D750 photo of a soccer player in mid jump in a run down building inset with three Nikon Speedlight flashes

EXPLORE SPEEDLIGHTS

^± WI-FI COMPATIBILITY

This camera’s built-in Wi-Fi^® capability can only be used with a compatible iPhone^®, iPad^®, and/or iPod touch^® or smart devices running on the Android^™ operating system. The Wireless Mobile Utility application must be installed on the device before it can be used with this camera.

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Effective Pixels (Megapixels)

24.3 million
Sensor Size

35.9 mm

x 24 mm
Image Sensor Format

FX
Storage Media

SD
SDHC
SDXC
Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution

6.5 frames per second
ISO Sensitivity

ISO 100 –

12,800

Lo-1 (ISO 50)

Hi-1 (ISO 25,600)

Hi-2 (ISO 51,200)
Movie

Full HD 1,920×1,080 / 60 fps
Full HD 1,920×1,080 / 50 fps
Full HD 1,920×1,080 / 30 fps
Full HD 1,920×1,080 / 25 fps
Full HD 1,920×1,080 / 24 fps
HD 1,280×720 / 60 fps
HD 1,280×720 / 50 fps
Monitor Size

3.2 in. diagonal
Monitor Type

Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD
Battery / Batteries

EN-EL15 Lithium-ion Battery
Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)

5.6 in.

(140.5 mm)

x 4.5 in.

(113 mm)

x 3.1 in.

(78 mm)
Approx. Weight

26.5 oz.

(750 g)

camera body only

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Type

Single-lens reflex digital camera
Lens Mount

Nikon F bayonet mount

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Effective Pixels (Megapixels)

24.3 million
Sensor Size

35.9 mm

x 24 mm
Image Sensor Format

FX
Image Sensor Type

CMOS
Total Pixels

24.93 million
Dust-Reduction System

Image sensor cleaning
Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX-D software required)
Dust-Off Reference Photo

Yes
Image Area (pixels)

FX-format
(L) 6,016 x 4,016

(M) 4,512 x 3,008

(S) 3,008 x 2,008

1:2 format (30 x 20)
(L) 5,008 x 3,336

(M) 3,752 x 2,504

(S) 2,504 x 1,664

DX-format
(L) 3,936 x 2,624

(M) 2,944 x 1,968

(S) 1,968 x 1,312

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File Format Still Images

JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx 1:4), normal (approx 1:8), or basic (approx 1:16) compression (Size priority); Optimal quality compression available
NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single Photograph Recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG Formats
NEF (RAW): Lossless compressed, compressed 12 or 14 bit
Storage Media

SD
SDHC
SDXC
Card Slot

2 Secure Digital (SD)
File System

Compliant with DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)
EXIF 2.3 (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras)
PictBridge

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Viewfinder

Eye-level Pentaprism Single-Lens Reflex Viewfinder
Viewfinder Frame Coverage

FX (36×24): 100% Horizontal and 100% Vertical (Approx.)

1.2x (30×20): 97% Horizontal and 97% Vertical (Approx.)

DX (24×16): 97% Horizontal and 97% Vertical (Approx.)
Viewfinder Magnification

0.7x (50 mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, –1.0m–1) (Approx.)
Viewfinder Eyepoint

21mm (-1.0 m¯¹)
Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment

Built-in diopter adjustment (-3 to + 1 m¯¹)
Focusing Screen

Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark III screen with AF area brackets (framing grid can be displayed)
Reflex Mirror

Quick-return type
Mirror Lock Up

Yes

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Lens Aperture

Instant-return type
Depth-of-field Control

Yes
Lens Compatibility at a Glance***

AF-S or AF lenses fully compatible
Metering with AI lenses
Compatible Lenses

AF NIKKOR lenses, including type G, E, and D lenses (some restrictions apply to PC lenses) and DX lenses (using DX 24 x 16 1.5x image area), AI-P NIKKOR lenses, and non-CPU AI lenses (A and M modes only).
Electronic rangefinder can be used with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster (the electronic rangefinder supports the 11 focus points with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/8 or faster).
IX NIKKOR lenses, lenses for the F3AF, and non-AI lenses cannot be used.

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Shutter Type

Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane
Shutter Speed

1/4000 to 30 sec.
Bulb
Fastest Shutter Speed

1/4000 sec.
Slowest Shutter Speed

30 sec.
Flash Sync Speed

Up to 1/200 sec.
Synchronizes with shutter at 1/250s or slower (flash range drops at speeds between 1/200 and 1/250s)
Bulb Shutter Setting

Yes
Shutter Release Modes

Continuous low-speed [CL] mode
Continuous high-speed [CH] mode
Mirror-up [Mup] mode
Quiet Shutter Release
Quiet Continuous Release
Self-timer Mode
Single-frame [S] mode
Continuous Shooting Options

FX-format
CH: Up to 6.5 frames per second

CL: Up to 1-6 frames per second

DX-format
CH: Up to 6.5 frames per second

CL: Up to 1-6 frames per second
Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution

6.5 frames per second
Self-timer

2, 5, 10, 20 sec.; 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 sec.
Timer duration electronically controlled

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Exposure Metering System

TTL exposure metering using 91,000-pixel RGB sensor
Metering Method

Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 12 mm circle in center of frame. Diameter of circle can be changed to 8, 15, or 20 mm, or weighting can be based on average of entire frame (non-CPU lenses use 12-mm circle)
Matrix: 3D Color Matrix Metering II (type G, E, and D lenses); Color Matrix Metering II (other CPU lenses); Color Matrix Metering available with non-CPU lenses if user provides lens data
Spot: Meters 4 mm circle (about 1.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point (on center focus point when non-CPU lens is used)
Highlight-weighted: Available with type G, E, and D lenses; equivalent to center-weighted when non-CPU lens is used
Metering Range

0 to 20 EV (3D Color Matrix, center-weighted metering or highlight weighted metering)
2 to 20 EV (spot metering)
Exposure Meter Coupling

CPU
AI
Exposure Modes

Aperture-Priority (A)
Manual (M)
Programmed auto with flexible program (P)
Shutter-Priority (S)
Exposure Compensation

±5 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 in P, S, A, and M modes
Exposure Bracketing

2 to 5 frames in steps of 2 or 3 EV
2 to 9 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV
Exposure Lock

Yes
Picture Control

Flat
Landscape
Monochrome
Neutral
Portrait
Standard
User-customizable Settings
Vivid

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ISO Sensitivity

ISO 100 –

12,800

Lo-1 (ISO 50)

Hi-1 (ISO 25,600)

Hi-2 (ISO 51,200)
Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity

100
Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity

12,800
Lowest Expanded ISO Sensitivity

Lo-1 (ISO 50 equivalent)
Highest Expanded ISO Sensitivity

Hi-2 (ISO 51,200 equivalent)
Expanded ISO Sensitivity Options

Lo-1 (ISO 50 equivalent)
Hi-1 (ISO 25,600 equivalent)
Hi-2, (ISO 51,200 equivalent)
Long Exposure Noise Reduction

Yes
High ISO Noise Reduction

Low
Normal
High
Off
Active D-Lighting

Auto
Extra High
High
Normal
Low
Off
D-Lighting Bracketing

2 frames using selected value for one frame
3–5 frames using preset values for all frames

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Single-Point AF Mode

Yes
Dynamic AF Mode

Number of AF points: 9, 21, 51 and 51 (3D-tracking)
Auto-Area AF Mode

Yes
Autofocus System

51 focus points (including 15 cross-type sensors; f/8 supported by 11 sensors)
AF-assist illuminator (range approx. 0.5-3 m/1 ft. 8 in.-9 ft. 10 in.)
Finetuning
Nikon Advanced Multi-CAM 3500FX II autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection
Detection Range

-3 to +19 EV (ISO 100, 68°F/20°C)
Lens Servo

Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); Continuous-servo AF (AF-C); auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A); predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status
Manual focus (MF): Electronic rangefinder can be used
AF-area Mode

9, 21 or 51 point Dynamic-area AF
Auto-area AF
Single-point AF
3D-tracking (51 points)
Group-area AF
Focus Lock

Focus can be locked by pressing AE-L/AF-L button
Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF)
Focus Modes

Auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A)
Continuous-servo (AF-C)
Face-Priority AF available in Live View only and D-Movie only
Full-time Servo (AF-A) available in Live View only and D-Movie only
Manual (M) with electronic rangefinder
Normal area
Single-servo AF (AF-S)
Wide area
Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points

51
Autofocus Sensitivity

-3 to +19 EV (ISO 100, 20°C/68°F)
Autofocus Fine Tune

Yes

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Built-in Flash

Yes
Flash Bracketing

2 to 5 frames in steps of 2 or 3 EV
2 to 9 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV
Built-in Flash Distance

39 ft. (ISO 100)
X-Sync Speed

1/200
Top FP High Speed Sync

Up to 1/4000
Flash Control

TTL: i-TTL flash control using 91,000-pixel RGB sensor are available with built-in flash and SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, SB-500, SB-400, or SB-300; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix and center-weighting metering, standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR with spot metering
Flash Sync Modes

Auto
Auto FP High-Speed Sync supported
Auto with red-eye reduction
Auto slow sync
Auto slow sync with red-eye reduction
Fill-flash
Rear-curtain sync
Rear-curtain with slow sync
Red-Eye reduction
Red-Eye reduction with slow sync
Slow sync
Off
Flash Compensation

-3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV
Flash-ready Indicator

Lights when built-in flash or optional flash unit is fully charged; flashes after flash is fired at full output
Accessory Shoe

Yes
Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)

CLS Supported

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White Balance

Auto (2 types)
Choose color temperature (2500K–10000K)
Cloudy
Direct Sunlight
Flash
Fluorescent (7 types)
Incandescent
Preset manual (up to 6 values can be stored, spot white balance measurement available during live view)
Shade
White Balance Bracketing

2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1, 2 or 3 EV

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Live View Shooting

Photography Live View Mode
Movie Live View Mode
Live View Lens Servo

Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); full-time-servo AF (AF-F)
Manual focus (MF)
Live View AF-Area Mode

Face-priority AF
Wide-area AF
Normal-area AF
Subject-tracking AF
Live View Autofocus

Contrast-detect AF anywhere in frame (camera selects focus point automatically when face-priority AF or subject-tracking AF is selected)

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Movie Metering

TTL exposure metering using main image sensor
Movie Maximum Recording Time

20 minutes at highest quality
29 minutes 59 seconds at normal quality
Movie File Format

MOV
Movie Video Compression

H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding
Movie Audio Recording Format

Linear PCM
Movie

Full HD 1,920×1,080 / 60 fps
Full HD 1,920×1,080 / 50 fps
Full HD 1,920×1,080 / 30 fps
Full HD 1,920×1,080 / 25 fps
Full HD 1,920×1,080 / 24 fps
HD 1,280×720 / 60 fps
HD 1,280×720 / 50 fps
Movie Audio

Built-in microphone, stereo
External stereo microphone (optional)

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Monitor Size

3.2 in. diagonal
Monitor Resolution

1,229,000 Dots
Monitor Type

Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD
Monitor Angle of View

170 -degree wide-viewing angle
Monitor Adjustments

Brightness and angle adjustment available
Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator

Yes
Also visible in LiveView Modes
Also visible in Viewfinder

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Playback Functions

Auto Image Rotation
Full-Frame and Thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images or calendar)
Highlights
Histogram Display
Image Comment
Movie Playback
Movie Slideshow
Playback with Zoom
Slideshow
In-Camera Image Editing

Color Balance
Color Outline
Color Sketch
D-Lighting
Distortion Control
Edit Movie
Filter Effects
Fisheye
Image Overlay
Miniature Effect
Monochrome
NEF (RAW) Processing
Perspective Control
Quick Retouch
Red-Eye Correction
Resize
Selective Color
Side-by-Side Comparison
Straighten
Trim
Image Comment

Yes

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Interface

Audio input: Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5 mm diameter; plug-in power supported)
HDMI output: Type C mini-pin HDMI connector
Headphone Connector
Hi-speed USB
NTSC
Wi-Fi Functionality

Yes (Built-in)
GPS

GP-1 GPS unit
GP-1A GPS unit
Save/Load Camera settings

Yes

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Total Custom Settings

54
My Menu

Yes with customization
Recent Settings

Yes
Supported Languages

Arabic
Bengali
Brazilian Portuguese
Bulgarian
Chinese (Simplified and Traditional)
Czech
Danish
Dutch
English
Finnish
French
German
Greek
Hindi
Hungarian
Indonesian
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Marathi
Norwegian
Persian
Polish
Portuguese
Romanian
Russian
Serbian
Spanish
Swedish
Tamil
Telugu
Thai
Turkish
Ukrainian
Vietnamese
Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time Settings

Yes
World Time Setting

Yes

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Battery / Batteries

EN-EL15 Lithium-ion Battery
Battery Life (shots per charge)

1,230 shots (CIPA)
AC Adapter

EH-5b AC Adapter; requires EP-5B Power Connector (available separately)
Battery Charger

MH-25a Quick Charger

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Tripod Socket

1/4 in.
Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)

5.6 in.

(140.5 mm)

x 4.5 in.

(113 mm)

x 3.1 in.

(78 mm)
Approx. Weight

26.5 oz.

(750 g)

camera body only
Operating Environment

0–40 °C (+32–104 °F)

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brands	Nikon
PC / Model	D750
Lens Kit	AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR Lens, Body Only
Condition	Brand New

Nikon D750 Digital SLR Camera