Upgrade Guide

Nikon Nikon D7500→Nikon Nikon Zf

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

You own

Nikon

Nikon D7500

£899

2017

→

Upgrade to

Nikon

Nikon Zf

£1699 (+£800)

2023

✅

Worthwhile

Clear improvements over the Nikon D7500. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.

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Full spec comparison

Spec	Nikon D7500	Nikon Zf
Price	£899	£1,699
Released	2017	2023	↑
Sensor	20.9MP APS-C BSI CMOS (D500 sensor)	24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS
Resolution	21MP	24MP	↑
Video	4K/30p (slight crop), FHD/60p	4K/30p oversampled, FHD/120p, N-Log, 10-bit
Autofocus	Multi-CAM 3500FX II, 51 points (15 cross-type)	Phase-detect 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle)
Stabilisation	None (no IBIS)	5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops
Burst Rate	8fps mechanical	14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic	↑
Battery Life	~950 shots (CIPA with OVF)	~380 shots (CIPA)	↓
Weight	640g body only	710g with battery	↓
Weather Sealed	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder	Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.94× magnification	EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification
Screen	3.2" tilting touchscreen	3.2" vari-angle touchscreen
Mount	Nikon F-mount (DX)	Nikon Z-mount (full-frame)
Memory Cards	Single SD UHS-II slot	Single SD UHS-II slot

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