Digital single-lens reflex cameras (DSLRs) like the Canon EOS 6D and the Nikon D610 have made full-frame photography more accessible to amateur and enthusiast photographers than it was in the past. Full-frame photography was formerly the exclusive domain of professional photographers. The Nikon D750, which is the company’s most recent full-frame camera, can be found in the Nikon line between the D610 and the D810, providing photography aficionados with even another option from which to pick.
At first glance, the D750 could appear to be too similar to the D610 to be an upgrade that is worth considering, especially considering that it seems to share the same sensor. In actual use, the D750’s tilting screen, better video functions, and upgraded image quality are all noteworthy additions, and the camera performs admirably in comparison to its competitors from both Nikon and Canon.
Nikon D750 Build Quality
Monocoque construction was employed for the Nikon D750, and the mix of magnesium alloy and carbon fiber gave the camera a very solid feel while preventing it from being overly heavy. This was accomplished by Nikon. The camera has the right amount of weight to give the impression that it is sturdy without being so hefty that it would be uncomfortable to hold for extended periods of time. It is comforting to learn that the camera has the same level of protection against the elements as the Nikon D810.
There is a Kevlar and carbon fiber composite shutter on the inside of the case that has been put through 150,000 rounds of testing. It is not quite the same sound as the D810, but it is around the same loudness. The sound that is produced by the motions of the shutter and the mirror is slightly muffled. The D810 and the D750 are considerably less noticeable than the D800.
The D750 and the D610 are nearly identical twins when it comes to the controls and the overall design of the camera. There is a mode dial on the left side of the top plate, and it now has the word “Effects” added to it so that you may access the various Special Effects settings. This dial, like like the one on the D610, has a lock button that needs to be depressed before it may be turned (a lock that can be clicked on and off would be preferable and less fiddly to use, though).
Nikon D750 Autofocus
An upgraded version of the Multi-CAM 3500 II autofocus (AF) module found in the D810 has been included in Nikon’s D750 digital SLR camera. This contains 51 AF points, 15 of which are the more sensitive cross-type, and 11 of which function down to an aperture of f/8, making it very helpful for photographers who want to utilize an extender with their telephoto lenses. When photographing subjects that are somewhat tiny and set against a background that is either highly contrasted or distracting, the new Group Area AF option, which is also available in the D810, can be of assistance.
When combined with a lens of sufficient quality, the autofocus system delivers outstanding results. For example, while utilizing a Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8, the lens is able to swiftly bring subjects into sharp focus and is also capable of following the subject as it moves across the frame when the proper setting is selected. The fact that it is sensitive to light all the way down to -3EV means that it is also effective in low-light environments, and despite this, it is able to instantly grasp onto subjects in the majority of scenarios.
An upgraded version of the Multi-CAM 3500 II autofocus (AF) module found in the D810 has been included in Nikon’s D750 digital SLR camera. This contains 51 AF points, 15 of which are the more sensitive cross-type, and 11 of which function down to an aperture of f/8, making it very helpful for photographers who want to utilize an extender with their telephoto lenses. When photographing subjects that are somewhat tiny and set against a background that is either highly contrasted or distracting, the new Group Area AF option, which is also available in the D810, can be of assistance.
When combined with a lens of sufficient quality, the autofocus system delivers outstanding results. For example, while utilizing a Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8, the lens is able to swiftly bring subjects into sharp focus and is also capable of following the subject as it moves across the frame when the proper setting is selected. The fact that it is sensitive to light all the way down to -3EV means that it is also effective in low-light environments, and despite this, it is able to instantly grasp onto subjects in the majority of scenarios.
Photographic enthusiasts are a picky lot; they want to be able to capture high-quality images of a broad variety of topics and settings, and they have high expectations for the equipment they use. Overall, the D750 won’t let these people down, and that’s a promise. It is incredibly powerful and is able to create excellent, clear shots with natural color, correct exposure, abundant of detail, and well-controlled noise in a variety of settings and environments.
Exposure metering is handled by a 91,000-pixel RGB sensor, which enables face detection metering even as the image is being constructed in the viewfinder. However, it is impossible to tell when a face has been recognized, which is somewhat inconvenient.
Although I have not yet found a metering system that is completely foolproof, the Matrix metering system that comes with the D750 is highly accurate. In the course of my testing, it was able to provide flawlessly exposed pictures despite the fact that I was photographing highly bright scenes, such as leaves with a yellow backlight. This does not mean that the exposure compensation wasn’t required on a few occasions; it was, but never when I wouldn’t expect it to be, and it wasn’t required on a few occasions when I thought it might be required. This does not mean that the exposure compensation wasn’t required on a few occasions; this does not mean that it was.
The fact that the 3.2-inch, 1,229,000-dot RGBW screen (the same as on the D810) is set on a tilting bracket is, of course, the most significant piece of information about the rear of the D750. This allows the screen to be tilted up to an angle of ninety degrees and down to an angle of seventy-five. It is not helpful for taking selfies, but it makes it easier and more comfortable to capture videos and stills in landscape format at high or low angles. The display is of high quality and reveals a great deal of granularity.
Nikon D750 Image Quality
The D750 is not going to be able to match the D810 for detail because it has a sensor with 24 million pixels and an anti-aliasing filter; nevertheless, it is going to be able to record a bit more than the D610. Since the release of the D610, there has been significant progress made in both sensor and processing technology, which has led to this outcome. It is important to keep in mind that many people believe the D610 to be a hurried improvement of the D600, which was only produced because there was a problem with the shutter causing greasy material to be sprayed onto the sensor. This issue was fixed with the D610.
According to the results of our tests, the D750 has extremely good noise management. Even when the noise reduction is off during the processing of raw files shot at an ISO of 6,400, there is only a trace amount of chroma noise that can be seen at 100 percent. When you push the camera to its original limit of ISO 12,800, chroma noise, also known as colored speckling, becomes more evident at 100% on-screen. Despite this, the noise is still extremely well managed, and the degree of detail is excellent, particularly in shadowy places. JPEGs that were recorded simultaneously do not have chroma noise, but they do have luminance noise, and photos that were examined more closely appeared to have a slightly softer appearance.
Although there is a decrease in dynamic range and detail levels as the expansion sensitivity settings are adjusted, the results are still rather satisfactory. Even photographs shot at the highest possible sensitivity (ISO 51,200) are capable of producing satisfactory A3 prints.
Nikon D750 Specs
| Body type | Mid-size SLR |
|---|---|
| Body material | Magnesium alloy, carbon fiber |
| Sensor | |
| Max resolution | 6016 x 4016 |
| Other resolutions | FX: 4512 x 3008, 3008 x 2008, 1.2x crop: 5008 x 3336, 3752 x 2504, DX: 3936 x 2624, 2944 x 1968, 1968 x 1312 |
| Image ratio w:h | 3:2 |
| Effective pixels | 24 megapixels |
| Sensor photo detectors | 25 megapixels |
| Sensor size | Full frame (35.9 x 24 mm) |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| Processor | Expeed 4 |
| Color space | sRGB, Adobe RGB |
| Color filter array | Primary Color Filter |
| Image | |
| ISO | Auto, 100-12800, expandable to 50-51200 |
| Boosted ISO (minimum) | 50 |
| Boosted ISO (maximum) | 51200 |
| White balance presets | 12 |
| Custom white balance | Yes (6 slots) |
| Image stabilization | No |
| Uncompressed format | RAW |
| JPEG quality levels | Fine, Normal, Basic |
| File format | JPEGRaw (NEF, lossless compressed, compressed 12 or 14 bit) |
| Optics & Focus | |
| Autofocus | Contrast Detect (sensor)Phase DetectMulti-areaCenterSelective single-pointTrackingSingleContinuousFace DetectionLive View |
| Autofocus assist lamp | Yes |
| Digital zoom | No |
| Manual focus | Yes |
| Number of focus points | 51 |
| Lens mount | Nikon F |
| Focal length multiplier | 1× |
| Screen / viewfinder | |
| Articulated LCD | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3.2″ |
| Screen dots | 1,229,000 |
| Touch screen | No |
| Screen type | TFT-LCD |
| Live view | Yes |
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.7× |
| Photography features | |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 sec |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 sec |
| Exposure modes | ProgramShutter priorityAperture priorityManual |
| Scene modes | PortraitLandscapeChildSportsClose-upNight PortraitNight LandscapeParty/IndoorBeach/SnowSunsetDusk/DawnPetCandlelightBlossomAutumn ColorsFood |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
| Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| External flash | Yes (Hot-shoe, Wireless) |
| Flash modes | Auto, Auto FP high-speed sync, auto w/redeye reduction, auto slow sync, auto slow sync w/redeye reduction, fill flash, rear-curtain sync, rear-curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow sync, off |
| Flash X sync speed | 1/200 sec |
| Drive modes | Single-frame [S] modeContinuous low-speed [CL]Continuous high-speed [CH]Quiet shutter releaseQuiet continuousSelf-timerMirror lockup |
| Continuous drive | 6.5 fps |
| Self-timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs) |
| Metering modes | MultiCenter-weightedHighlight-weightedSpot |
| Exposure compensation | ±5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
| AE Bracketing | (2, 3, 5, 7 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV steps) |
| WB Bracketing | Yes (2-9 exposures in 1, 2, or 3EV increments) |
| Videography features | |
| Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
| Format | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone | Stereo |
| Speaker | Mono |
| Storage | |
| Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC (dual slots) |
| Connectivity | |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| HDMI | Yes (mini-HDMI) |
| Microphone port | Yes |
| Headphone port | Yes |
| Wireless | Built-In |
| Remote control | Yes (Wired or wireless) |
| Physical | |
| Environmentally sealed | Yes (Water and dust resistant) |
| Battery | Battery Pack |
| Battery description | EN-EL15 lithium-ion battery & charger |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 1230 |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 750 g (1.65 lb / 26.46 oz) |
| Dimensions | 141 x 113 x 78 mm (5.55 x 4.45 x 3.07″) |
| Other features | |
| Orientation sensor | Yes |
| GPS | Optional |
| GPS notes | GP-1/GP-1A |
Nikon D750 Final Verdict
The Nikon D750 is an excellent full-frame DSLR camera. It has a Matrix metering system that is particularly capable of giving accurate exposure in a broad variety of different scenarios, and it creates photographs that have colors that are natural yet brilliant. Its autofocus mechanism is quick and efficient.
In this regard, the D750 is more than capable of competing with the D610, despite the fact that it is unable to match the industry-leading detail resolution of the D810. It records an impressively high level of razor-sharp information, and it does a good job of keeping noise under control, but not necessarily to the same degree as its primary competitors.
It is also encouraging to see that a tilting screen has been implemented on a full-frame camera. Although it is a shame that the screen does not completely articulate, this is a step in the right direction and it is implemented on a waterproof system.
Nikon D750 Pros & Cons
- Outstanding full-frame sensor with 24 megapixels
- the advanced 51-point autofocus system
- The screen tilts at an angle Lightweight full-frame body
- No AF-On button
- Slow AF in live view
- Shutter speed limited to 1/4000 sec
