Upgrade Guide

Nikon D7000→Nikon D700

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

You own

Nikon

D7000

£115

2010

→

Upgrade to

Nikon

D700

£133 (+£18)

2008

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Skip it

The D700 offers little measurable spec improvement over the D7000. Spend the money on glass instead.

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Full spec comparison

Spec	D7000	D700
Price	£115	£133
Released	2010	2008	↓
Sensor	16.2MP APS-C CMOS	12.1MP full-frame CMOS
Resolution	16MP	12MP	↓
Video	Full HD 1080p/24, 720p/30	No video
Autofocus	39-point phase-detect (9 cross-type) via viewfinder; contrast AF with face priority in live view	51-point phase-detect (15 cross-type) via viewfinder; contrast AF in live view (tripod mode)
Stabilisation	No IBIS (lens-based stabilisation only)	No IBIS (lens-based stabilisation only)
Burst Rate	6fps	5fps	↓
Battery Life	~1050 shots (CIPA)	~1000 shots (CIPA)	↓
Weight	780g (with battery)	1075g (with battery)	↓
Weather Sealed	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder	Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.94x	Optical pentaprism, 95% coverage, 0.72x
Screen	3.0" fixed LCD, 921k dots	3.0" fixed LCD, 920k dots
Mount	Nikon F-mount (DX)	Nikon F mount
Memory Cards	Dual SD slots	Single CompactFlash slot

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