
Nikon D780 DSLR Camera with Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR Lens
- 24.5MP FX-Format BSI CMOS Sensor
- EXPEED 6 Image Processing Engine
- UHD 4K30 Video; N-Log & 10-Bit HDMI Out
- Multi-CAM 3500 II 51-Point AF System
Mixing a contemporary imaging approach with traditional form and function, theNikon D780 is a versatile DSLR excelling in both photography and video applications. Featuring a 24.5MP full-frame CMOS sensor, high-resolution stills and video recording are possible, and the sensor features a BSI design for heightened clarity and reduced noise levels to suit working in a variety of lighting conditions. This sensor also enables a wide sensitivity range from ISO 100-51200, which can be expanded to ISO 50-204800, along with a quick 7 fps shooting rate with the viewfinder or 12 fps in live view. This sensor also permits UHD 4K video recording up to 30 fps using either full-frame or cropped areas. Full HD recording up to 120 fps is available, too, along with integrated N-Log Gamma and HLG settings for refined color control.
Complementing the imaging, when working with the viewfinder, a 51-point phase-detection autofocus system is available, which includes 15 cross-type points for greater accuracy in low-light conditions. When working in live view or recording video, a 273-point Hybrid AF system is used that blends on-sensor phase-detection points and a contrast-detection system for quick performance and excellent subject tracking, including support for Eye-Detection AF.
At its core, the D780 relies on the familiarity and tradition of a DSLR, including a 0.7x-magnification pentaprism optical viewfinder, along with a large 3.2" 2.36m-dot tilting touchscreen LCD. Dual UHS-II SD memory card slots offer flexible storage and built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth also enable wireless file transferring along with remote camera control from a mobile device.
Designed as the DX workhorse, the AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR from Nikon is a 24-120mm-equivalent zoom, well-suited for a broad range of shooting applications. Its bright f/2.8-4 maximum aperture range benefits working in low-light conditions as well as controlling depth of field for selective focus shooting. Equally impressive, the optical design features four extra-low dispersion elements and three aspherical elements, which help to control both chromatic and spherical aberrations for notable image clarity and sharpness. Nano Crystal and Super Integrated Coatings are featured, too, and minimize flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color accuracy when shooting in bright and backlit conditions.
Balancing the optical merits, this 16-80mm is also characterized by its inclusion of a Vibration Reduction image stabilization system that compensates for four stops of camera shake to enable sharper handheld shooting. A Silent Wave Motor also benefits producing sharp imagery, and affords quick and quiet autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override. Additionally, this lens utilizes an electromagnetic diaphragm to ensure consistent exposure stability when shooting at fast continuous speeds.
Lens Mount | Nikon F |
Camera Format | Full-Frame (1x Crop Factor) |
Pixels | Actual: 24.92 Megapixel Effective: 24.5 Megapixel |
Maximum Resolution | 6048 x 4024 |
Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Sensor Size | 35.9 x 23.9 mm |
Image File Format | JPEG, Raw |
Bit Depth | 14-Bit |
Image Stabilization | None |
ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 100 to 51200 (Extended: 50 to 204800) |
Shutter Speed | Electronic Front Curtain Shutter 1/8000 to 30Seconds 1/8000 to 900Seconds Bulb Mode Time Mode |
Metering Method | Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Matrix, Spot |
Exposure Modes | Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
Exposure Compensation | -5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps) |
Metering Range | -3 to 20 EV |
White Balance | Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade |
Continuous Shooting | Up to 12 fps at 24.5 MP Up to 7 fps at 24.5 MP |
Interval Recording | Yes |
Self-Timer | 2/5/10/20-Second Delay |
Mirror Lock-Up | Yes |
Recording Modes | MOV/H.264 UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p/100p/119.88p |
External Recording Modes | 10-Bit UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) Full HD (1920 x 1080) |
Recording Limit | Up to 29 Minutes, 59 Seconds |
Video Encoding | NTSC/PAL |
Audio Recording | Built-In Microphone (Stereo) External Microphone Input (Stereo) |
Audio File Format | AAC, Linear PCM (Stereo) |
Focus Type | Auto and Manual Focus |
Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF (C), Full-Time Servo (F), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S) |
Autofocus Points | Phase Detection: 51 (15 Cross-Type) Phase Detection: 273 |
Autofocus Sensitivity | -3 to +19 EV |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (Pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Eye Point | 21 mm |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | Approx. 0.7x |
Diopter Adjustment | -3 to +1 |
Monitor Size | 3.2" |
Monitor Resolution | 2,359,000 Dot |
Monitor Type | Tilting Touchscreen LCD |
Built-In Flash | No |
Flash Modes | First-Curtain Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction |
Maximum Sync Speed | 1/200 Second |
Flash Compensation | -3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2, 1 EV Steps) |
Dedicated Flash System | iTTL |
External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
Memory Card Slot | Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) |
Connectivity | USB Type-C (USB 3.1), HDMI C (Mini), 3.5mm Headphone, 3.5mm Microphone |
Wireless | Bluetooth Wi-Fi |
GPS | No |
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104F / 0 to 40C |
Battery | 1 xEN-EL15bRechargeable Lithium-Ion (Approx. 2260 Shots) |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 5.65 x 4.55 x 2.99" / 143.5 x 115.5 x 76mm |
Weight | 1.85lb / 840g |
Package Weight | 3.59 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.75 x 7.15 x 5.4" |