Upgrade Guide

Nikon Nikon D780→Nikon Z6

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

You own

Nikon

Nikon D780

£1999

2020

→

Upgrade to

Nikon

£749 (-£1,250)

2018

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Worthwhile

Clear improvements over the Nikon D780. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.

What's new in the Z6

Unchanged or similar

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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	Nikon D780	Z6
Price	£1,999	£749
Released	2020	2018	↓
Sensor	24.3MP full-frame BSI CMOS	Full-frame BSI CMOS 35mm
Resolution	25MP	24MP	↓
Video	4K/30p, 10-bit N-Log via HDMI, 1080p/120p	4K 30fps (full-width), 1080p 120fps
Autofocus	51-point DSLR phase-detect (viewfinder); on-sensor hybrid AF with eye detection (live view/video)	273-point phase-detect hybrid AF
Stabilisation	No stabilisation	5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops
Burst Rate	7fps	12fps	↑
Battery Life	2,260 shots (CIPA, viewfinder)	310 shots (CIPA)	↑
Weight	840g (with battery and card)	585g (body only)	↑
Weather Sealed	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder	Optical pentaprism, 0.7x magnification, 100% coverage	EVF 0.80× 3.69M-dot
Screen	Tilting touchscreen	3.2" tilting touchscreen, 2.1M-dot
Mount	Nikon F-mount	Nikon Z-Mount
Memory Cards	Dual SD (UHS-II)	Single XQD / CFexpress Type B

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