Upgrade Guide

Nikon D700→Nikon D7100

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Nikon

D700

£133

2008

→

Upgrade to

Nikon

D7100

£199 (+£66)

2013

✅

Worthwhile

Clear improvements over the D700. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.

What's new in the D7100

Suitability by genre

Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.

Full spec comparison

Spec	D700	D7100
Price	£133	£199
Released	2008	2013	↑
Sensor	12.1MP full-frame CMOS	24.1MP APS-C CMOS
Resolution	12MP	24MP	↑
Video	No video	Full HD 1080p/30 (60i), 720p/60
Autofocus	51-point phase-detect (15 cross-type) via viewfinder; contrast AF in live view (tripod mode)	51-point phase-detect (15 cross-type) via viewfinder; contrast AF with face priority in live view
Stabilisation	No IBIS (lens-based stabilisation only)	No IBIS (lens-based stabilisation only)
Burst Rate	5fps	6fps	↑
Battery Life	~1000 shots (CIPA)	~950 shots (CIPA)	↓
Weight	1075g (with battery)	765g (with battery)	↑
Weather Sealed	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder	Optical pentaprism, 95% coverage, 0.72x	Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.94x
Screen	3.0" fixed LCD, 920k dots	3.2" fixed LCD, 1.23M dots
Mount	Nikon F mount	Nikon F-mount (DX)
Memory Cards	Single CompactFlash slot	Dual SD slots

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