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Nikon D90 vs Nikon D7000
Nikon D90
Camera summary
The Nikon D90, made by Nikon, is a powerful Mid-size SLR camera. Announced on Oct. 13, 2008. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 6400. Most modern cameras have higher values of ISO, this camera probably won't have the best performance in low light conditions.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
3.6 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
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| Physical |
0.8 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.2 out of 5 stars
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Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Nikon D80, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Nikon D80
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Nikon D7000, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Nikon D7000
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 12 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 11 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies.
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1280 x 720 with support for the following formats: Motion JPEG.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 850 shots per charge with the included EN-EL3e battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
This camera offers a robust battery life that the medium value of all cameras. Feel free to take pictures freely, without having too worry too much about battery life.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Nikon D7000
Camera summary
The Nikon D7000, made by Nikon, is a powerful Mid-size SLR camera. Announced on Nov. 30, 2010. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 25600. This kind of camera will offer a good performance under low light conditions, probably has a pleasant grain effect in your pictures.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.5 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
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| Physical |
1.3 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.7 out of 5 stars
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Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Nikon D90, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Nikon D90
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Nikon D7100, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Nikon D7100
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 39 focus points. Also you can take advantage of its versatile cross-type points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 1050 shots per charge with the included EN-EL15 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
This camera offers a robust battery life that the medium value of all cameras. Feel free to take pictures freely, without having too worry too much about battery life.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Autofocus specs |
Nikon D90 | Nikon D7000 |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | No |
Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af selective | Yes |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | No |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | 9 |
| Number of focus points | 11 | 39 |
Connectivity |
Nikon D90 | Nikon D7000 |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
| DXO color depth | 22.7 | 23.5 |
| DXO dynamic range | 12.5 | 13.9 |
| DXO low light ISO | 977.0 | 1167.0 |
| DXO overall score | 73.0 | 80.0 |
Exposure mode |
Nikon D90 | Nikon D7000 |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | No |
Yes |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Nikon D90 | Nikon D7000 |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Oct. 13, 2008 | Nov. 30, 2010 |
| Body type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| msrp | $0.00 | $1,099.95 |
| model | Nikon D90 | Nikon D7000 |
| Predecessor model | Nikon D80 | Nikon D90 |
| Successor model | Nikon D7000 | Nikon D7100 |
Lense |
Nikon D90 | Nikon D7000 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5× | 1.5x |
| Lens mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | - | - |
| Number of lenses | 316 | 316 |
Other features |
Nikon D90 | Nikon D7000 |
| GPS | Optional | Optional |
| Self-timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 2 |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Nikon D90 | Nikon D7000 |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
| Flash range | 17.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Image stabilization | No |
No |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 4.5 fps | 6.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Nikon D90 | Nikon D7000 |
| Battery life | 850 shots | 1050 shots |
| Battery model | EN-EL3e | EN-EL15 |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | No |
Yes |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 132 x 103 x 77mm | 132 x 105 x 77mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 703 grs | 780 grs |
Screen |
Nikon D90 | Nikon D7000 |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | 920 | 921 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Nikon D90 | Nikon D7000 |
| Max boosted ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Max image resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4928 x 3264 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8 mm | 23.6 x 15.7 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 12 | 16 |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Headphone port |
Nikon D90 | Nikon D7000 |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Microphone port | No |
Yes |
| Video formats | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps), 320 x 216 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24, 25, 30 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps) |
Viewfinder |
Nikon D90 | Nikon D7000 |
| viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | no electronic viewfinder |