Nikon D750: Review after one year of shooting (GREAT VALUE!)

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A review of the Nikon D750 after one year of shooting as a happy enthusiast. How does it perform more than 5 years after it was introduced? How does it hold up to the mirror less competition? Is it still a good camera? Is it still worth buying?
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Table of content:
0:00 Introduction
0:30 Prices
1:27 What you may miss
3:41 What you will get
6:30 Lenses
7:10 Autofocus motor
8:00 Alternatives to consider
9:07 Informed decisions
Why I chose the D750 for stills:
www.frederikboving.com/why-i-...
The full blog:
frederikboving.com/
Notice that in the video I say that the virtual horizon is only available in live view (i.e. the LCD). That is true for the full blown version with both tilt and roll. However, you can re-assign the PV button (sits on the front of the camera, top right just below the AF assist illuminator) via the CUSTOM SETTINGS MENU item f3, "asssign preview button" to "viewfinder virtual horizon" which will give you a level indicator in the bottom of the viewfinder, just above the exposure meter. Thank you to Fendrou for sharing this! You can also assign the f2 button to do the same - see the manual page 359.
The book referenced at the end of the video is:
Landscape Photographer of the Year - collection 10.
ISBN 978-0-7495-7826-8.
I found it here:
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[@jakobhovman]

Excellent vlog...! A 1 year review tells as much, of the phtographer workflow, as of the camera gear. Thank You Frederik.

[@laurensvantzelfde7653]

I love my D750 3 years on!

[@thegreatvanziniphotos5976]

Had mine about a year. What a treat it is to use. Thanks.

[@CamperKev]

I bought a new D750 soon after it was released. I remain a D750 owner in 2024 and I'm still loving it.

[@frederikboving]

Thank you for sharing 👌🙏🏻

[@paulhills1967]

Excellent summary of an excellent camera. I use the grip as I find it balances better with larger glass such as 70-200mm 200-500mm lenses.

[@tititatiti]

Good, honest and to the point video. Thank you very much!

[@frederikboving]

Thank you 🙏🏻 for your kind words - much appreciated!

[@laideae]

Spot on video! Bought this camera last year for professional architectural and interior photography. I was a little afraid of buying a 5-year old body when mirrorless was all the rage and when rumors of a newer model were floating around. Glad I did! The camera has been a total joy to use and the best low-light performer I’ve worked with. I chose this one over the D810 for two reasons: integrated flash that lets me work wirelessly with my nikon flashes and because of the RAW file size. It’s more suitable for my current computer equipment. I stayed clear of mirrorless because none of its strong points over DSLR’s are key to my work and also because of my lens portfolio.

[@larrymodzelewski469]

Great price on d750. Paid about same on d7100 few years ago. Have a lot of old glass I'm planning on shooting with 750 when temp. gets a little warmer. Nice video, keep on sharing.

[@funnyeh]

Still getting to know mine, very informative upload, thank you.

[@frederikboving]

Thank you Robert - the videos I have on the D750 may help you to get to know your D750: kzbin.info/aero/PLPjooVCTLG92YegK07j3cNdCThupSdSJ- All the best!

[@tomasssimulis4396]

Dear Sir, thank you for your good coverage and your pesonal opinion. I wish you many good shots.

[@frederikboving]

So nice of you Tomas! Many good shots to you too!

[@adrianalfordphotography]

Certainly is a great camera. I love mine. Thanks for sharing the video 👍🙏

[@LimaGolf284th]

Thanks for your review. I own two 750s, and share your sentiments.

[@frederikboving]

Thank you for your feedback Stanley! Yes, the D750 is a little gem. Hope Nikon will produce a lot of them, before everything turns mirror less!

[@dewittcheng4009]

Very comprehensive. I'm sold!

[@frederikboving]

Awesome, thank you!

[@divinerdetective44]

Good job!

[@Alexandahls]

Still one of the best cameras in 2020! I'd rather buy two of this than a D780.

[@image-i-nation-photography]

Alexander Cortez ditto

[@paulconnors2078]

I didn't think the D780 was enough of an upgrade to consider. Plus, there is no vertical grip available.

[@MrToonfish]

@@paulconnors2078 Yeah, first "problem" with the D780, no vertical grip for additional battery (a stupid choice from Nikon). Next, the BSI sensor of the Z6/D780 is way better in low light situation as astrophotography than the D750, however the color rendering is completely different, the colors are more "boom in your face" with the Z6/D780, on the D750/D610 the color rendering is nice, smooth, pleasant to the eye with minimal treatment in LR / Capture One. I own 2 x D610 (one I use for a long time, the other still brand new in the box, backup camera if one day I need the replace my beloved D610), with MB-D14 grips, on the D750 with the MB-D16 grip and the Z6 with no grip at all. The Z6 is now sold to buy the Z6II with the extra grip MB-N11... I think I will skip the D780 even it seems to be an excellent camera. I have big bass player hands, I can't use easily a camera without an optional battery grip. I was happy with the Z6 image quality, but unhappy they didn't made a proper grip with shutter release. I have a FUJI X-T3 too, but it's not Nikon ! The D750 today is in Europe around 1200 to 1300€ even with that price tag it is still an EXCELLENT 24 mpix camera. No one really needs more than this, paired with f/2.8 lenses like the 24-70mm and the 14-24mm + a 35mm, 50mm and 85mm prime lenses and you're the king of everything ! :-)

[@paulconnors2078]

@@MrToonfish Thanks for your comments. I still love my D750 and just recently purchased a D850 instead of transitioning to Nikon mirrorless. The early NIKON Z bodies without a grip, a second card slot and limited battery lives were a turn-off for me. As I do NOT shoot any video, I want the best camera for stilsl and while I don't do astrophotography, the D750's reputation for low light capability (and better than the D850 with its HUGE sensor size) is a great selling and retention point for me. As I said in my first comment, the D780 just was NOT ENOUGH of an upgrade to even consider. Additionally, it is still selling in the USA for $2,399.99 and at that price point is even less attractive for me.

[@OpiumBride]

I love it, I sold my camera so I can rebuy the d750 again

[@frederikboving]

Thanks for sharing!

[@markshirley01]

I ❤️ my D750 - I've been making a living using one for 5 years. I use it for stills and video. On your comment about the R - the D750 has a stop more dynamic range. The DR was the main thing that made me buy the D750. On the dual card slot for event professionals the minus point is you can't back up your video. See Mattias Burling video on the D750

[@frederikboving]

Thank you for sharing 🙏🏻

[@fendrou]

Just got mine, brand new on Black Friday for 799€!! And yes you can activate the spirit level inside the optical viewfinder!

[@frederikboving]

That is a crazy good deal! Congratulations! Love to stand corrected regarding the level in the viewfinder- how is it done?

[@fendrou]

@@frederikboving I assigned the preview button to have viewfinder virtual horizon. I've done that to all my previous Nikons. On D750 I went to the Custom Setting Menu, and I set the f3 function accordingly. The Pv button is just under the lamp (AF-assist illuminator). You press it once with your middle finger and you check for a small vertical line at the bottom of the viewfinder. When you see a little triangle under the line, your camera is leveled! Merry Christmas!

[@frederikboving]

@@fendrou Thank you! I stand corrected - will update the video description accordingly!

[@markshirley01]

@@fendrou great tip - didn't know you could do that.

[@GRJCLyon]

There has never been a more honest review of this camera. You hit every good and “bad” point of this body. I purchased my 2nd Mirrorless (a6400) and adapt my Nikon glass and works great. With the Sony I use that a lot more now because it’s lighter especially with the native mount glass. However, it can’t touch the files the D750 produces no matter what light. I don’t care about video because this is not a camcorder, it’s a camera that offers some video options. If this camera had live view like the Mirrorless did it really would be the perfect stills camera. That and lack of focus points area in the ovf. If those 2 things were better I’d never have to go Mirrorless. This camera will be around for another 5-10 years and still be used. It’s just to good for what it is.

[@frederikboving]

Hi, thank you for your very kind words. Fully agree to your points and that the camera will be here for a long time (even after the D780 was announced). Yes, I have also moved into the mirrorless world with Fuji to have a lighter option, but of course I mount Nikon FF glass on it :-D Agreed, there is something about those D750 files...

[@InCountry6970]

Yes, I am late to this review, but it is a solid review with serious accurate observations. Good job and I did buy a D750 and like it very much. I do landscape photography.

[@frederikboving]

Thank you BakerOne! Glad you like the D750! All the best!

[@trfisher78]

I only recently acquired a D750. I'm transitioning from a D7500, which in my opinion is one of the greatest DSLR cameras Nikon ever made. So, I'm trying to love the D750. I miss the touch screen but I like the dual card slots. The D7500 is like a part of my body, so I copied all of the menu settings onto my D750. I suppose I could keep both...

[@frederikboving]

@@trfisher78 The D750 is a workhorse. Does exactly what you ask it to and doesn't talk back. IMHO one of the easiest Nikons to work with.

[@thijsgerhardus8672]

virtual horizon (level indicator )also in setup menu , have both cameras from 2014 D750 and D4s . just watched the very nice D4 video so just curious about the D750 .grtz

[@lymancopps5957]

I’ve had the D750 for 6 years and love most everything about this camera. The raw images from the camera are exquisite and offer tremendous latitude. You are very right this camera can see in the dark. The autofocus was adopted from the D810, but improved upon to where it can almost focus in the dark. Live view of this camera as with all Nikon DSLRs except the D780 leaves much to be desired. The colors are vibrant, real, and elevate this camera above Canon and Sony. I recently purchased a Z7II, but plan to keep shooting the D750. The Nikon mirrorless lenses are expensive, but on a completely different level.

[@frederikboving]

Thank you for sharing Lyman! Glad you see the D750 the same way as I do! "on a completely different level" - is that to be read so that the new mirrorless lenses from Nikon are levels above the good old F-mount?

[@jamiej.tilleyphotographyar5177]

I just picked up a new d750 a couple of days ago after a decade shooting a d7000 as my main camera. I am really happy with it so far. The difference in the images is very noticeable, particularly when shooting my 50mm at 1.8. I really struggled with sharpness on the d7000 the last few years, and wondered if my lens was off. But the same lens on the d750 shows it was n't the lens, and happily, it wasn't the photographer either! Your videos on the d750 were very helpful in my decision to choose this camera as my first full frame dslr. Thank you!

[@frederikboving]

Thank you Jamie!

[@alwynsmit3546]

The D750 has the multi cam 3500 AF module, whilst the D7000 has the 4800. The 4800 was known for it's issues, which Nikon pretty much ignored just like they tried to ignore the D600 mirror assembly issue. The MC 4800 did not perform very well in low light. Don't get me wrong, I loved my D7000 sensor. I think it's one of the best APS-C sensors ever made. But that AF system was a pig.

[@willywenderdel681]

I am in love with this camera, I use it with prime optics, the quality is fantastic, I would buy it a thousand times!!!

[@soaringvulture]

That's the annoying part. My D750 does so well with primes that I couldn't help buying the whole f/1.8G set. The camera ended up being more expensive than I thought. Fortunately, it's capable of excellent images in all shooting conditions including semi-darkness. So it's definitely worth it.

[@pspox9]

soaringvulture Recall issue?

[@soaringvulture]

@@pspox9 There were some initial problems with the location of the AF sensors and the shutter. But these were resolved several years ago (the D750 was introduced in 2014) and Nikon has a pretty good idea of how to make the camera by now. I'd expect a current D750 to have fewer problems than newer cameras.

[@ColonialDoctor]

Very informative, and honest video! My camera bag contains: D700, D7100, D750. I used the D750 on a Baltic Cruise, as well as two weeks in the UK, a few years ago, and I was stunned by thge quality photos I got from it! This year, we did a job which took us to South and Central America, and once again, I was exceedingly happy to have the D750 in my bag!! I carry Nikons Trinity lenses, as well as a nifty-fifty, and using those, got some outstanding photos, including a breaching whale, that I got at the apex of it's rise out of the water!! Gotta love the D750, and excellent lenses!!

[@frederikboving]

Hi CD, thank you! Yes, I am also a big fan of the Nikon D750 and the Nikon lineup of lenses - especially the vintage lenses! How do you find the 70-200 mm? And is it the V1 or the V2 you have? I think about buying one, but it is quite an investment, so I am running a bit in circles before making the decision :-D

[@clintondavis3363]

Very well done. I bought mine a year ago. My sister-in-law has had one for some time and I tried to get her to sale me hers, but she is not interested in upgrading, ... so I bought the camera on sale with the 24-120 VR lens. I have mostly Nikon D lenses, which, of course, work perfectly on this camera. The reasons for purchase were all the points you made, including the negatives which did not outweigh what you get for the money - it’s an outstanding deal, unless you are enamored of video work. For me, I can do quick video with my phone and that’s fine - but I may explore the D750 for some video. I’m not a pro. I don’t sell my pictures. I did add a very affordable Fuji X100T camera used camera this year, ... and I’m happy with the combination of my Nikon kit and the X100T. People talk about the difference in size of mirrorless, but, for me the D750 is not that much bigger than a mirrorless camera, when you start mounting lenses. The big difference in size is mostly seen when a small prime is mounted, ... and even there I don’t see the difference. That being said, the 24-120 lens, with the D750 is heavier than I would want in some situations. However, with a prime 24, 35, 50 on the camera, ... weight isn’t a “factor” in my experience. In my world, ... I have the fuji x100T for carry-around, grab-and-go, ... and the Nikon for a more serious photography effort (event, “serious” sight-seeing, macro, etc.). I’ve shot Leica M3 with 3 lenses in the past, as well as SLR. My current set up pulls together my experiences in some ways and brings versatility at a justifiable price for an enthusiast. I also still have my Nikon D80 with 2.8 normal zoom which I will often grab for trips. If it gets damaged, or dies, ... it will have still been a wonderful piece of equipment that documented do many wonderful moments in my life. Again, ... good review!

[@frederikboving]

Thank you Clinton, I think you and I see many things exactly the same way (I am also a serious enthusiast - knocking on the door to being pro, but lack the confidence and experience). My beloved Fuji Xt3 with a 56mm 1.2 lens and a battery grip weighs exactly the same as my Nikon D750 with a 24-70 lens (the difference is 3 grams!). So APS-C is only lighter if you stay clear of the super fast lenses (i.e. f/2 or slower), otherwise you quickly end up with the same weight for both systems. I have the fuji XT20 and use it like I read you use the X100T, and I use the Sony RX100 mark 3 when I am on my bike and compact/light is key (they are now at mark 7 - but I have no need for the upgrades). All the best!

[@vladimirvovovan6565]

Great camera. Love it

[@markshirley01]

Im a D750 user - still love this camera. It has lovely 1080p maybe because its not a 4K first camera (see Mattias Burling). Only thing I would have liked adding is video backup. I don't know why Nikon and Canon still can't do this in 2021.

[@frederikboving]

Hi Mark! Thank you for sharing!

[@The-Tall-Photographer]

I shoot commercially with two D750's and will continue too probably until they break.

[@outfield1988]

I have the D750 810 and D3 and love them all.

[@frederikboving]

👌

[@patrickmcfadden1689]

Great review, great camera, I have 2

[@frederikboving]

🙏🏻🤗

[@ilmatanela1816]

I agree with your opinion in all the aspects. This camera is still a jewel. Bought mine in 2015, it's still my workhorse. I'm not in video stuff, so as you pointed out for stills it's a FANTASTIC camera. Accessing to the entire AF (D too) Nikon lens assortment is invaluable. Now with this mirrorless trend very good opportunities can be found on 2nd hand market. And some of the old D lenses have a unique character, if you're not a pixel peeper. The colours.. are just fantastic. I just found a 50 1.4 D for something like 150 euro, like new. The images I get with it are fascinating. Same for the 180 2.8D. The only thing I really miss is 1/8000 sec but I'm waiting the rumoured D760 or what it will be and I'll go for it. Merry Christmas!

[@alexverbeke2228]

Totally agree, I use mine with some AF-D lenses (24 f/2.8, 35 f/2, 50 f/1.4 and 85 f/1.8) and even pixel-peepers can enjoy'em in most cases. Stopping down the 24mm to f/4 and more give very good quality, the 35mm is more demanding and is really good at f/5.6-f/8, the 50mm is just awesome from f/2.8 to f/11 and the 85mm is already good at f/1.8. I don't have the 180 f/2.8D but the AI-S, so fully manual, and f/4 is already good with wonderful rendering, so does the 55mm f/2.8 micro. Even an old 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5D still delivers good quality, at least between 28 and 85mm, 105mm is more blurry but macro capability between 50 and 105mm with a 1:2 ratio is great. If the only really thing you miss is 1/8000s it's not a big deal, how many times you really need it? AF is fast, sensible, body is pretty light and good handheld, the sensor is still really good with good dynamic and ISO performance, OVF is clear...I think IMO the only real issue is that, even if the tilt screen is great, the AF performance in liveview mode is too slow to be useful in most cases. The D780 should have the 24MP BSI Z6 sensor, maybe with the Z6 AF, so it could be a nice improvement for liveview mode.

[@frederikboving]

Agree to your live view remarks - I find it in all aspects to be so slow that I simply don't use it. Tony Northrup has just released a video with the D780 specs and it looks like IBIS is not part of the deal. And that you cannot put a battery grip on the D780. So I will hold on to my D750...

[@alexverbeke2228]

@@frederikboving Funny, I was just watching T&N video ^^. Rumors didn't talk about IBIS, so I didn't expect it (seems like it will be only in the D6...just wonder why they didn't try to make it on the 46MP of the D850?) but in liveview mode the D780 will have the same number of AF points than the Z6 so it could be also the same performance, good for videos and for stills in some situations, even if I think Nikon should have done it since a loooooong time, most videasts have just switched to Canon DPAF and then to Panasonic or Sony and they won't go back to DSLR.

[@frederikboving]

@@alexverbeke2228 Yep, Nikon lost me for video. Use Fujifilm XT3 now for video, so I match your description perfectly. No value in a Nikon D780 with better video specs for me :-). But in a low light (stills) situation, I will reach for my D750 all day long.

[@alexverbeke2228]

@@frederikboving I do worse, panasonic GX9 for videos (but I don't make that much videos, BTW, it's more for everyday use) and now D850 for stills so my D750 stays in the bag ^^. Just thinking "if I accept to carry a big DSLR for the best quality, why not THE best DSLR" and I found one at the same price the D780 will be launch (about 2000$), some old lenses like my 180 AI-S are also easier to use with the focus peaking (once again, why Nikon didn't add this earlier, it's also useful for videos!). Northrup wonders if the D780 will kill the Z-mount, I don't think so, there is still a lot of DSLR users who don't want to switch and Nikon didn't release an "entry-level" FF DSLR for many years (since the D750, precisely, 6 years ago), so their targets are not new Z-mount users, those have already bought S-lenses that won't fit on a DSLR anyway and those who could be interested by this D780 are probably not interested by the Z-mount currently, otherwise they would already have a Z6/Z7.

[@ungratefulpeasant8085]

I got mine last Dec for 800 new, best buy dropped prices shortly in anticipation for mirrorless taking out the DSLRs, shortly after the price went back to 2k. I should have bought two cameras to have them dedicated on primes. The deep grip and the button layout is the best for my large hands, when I pick up Sony and Cannons they are hard to hold with shallow grips.

[@frederikboving]

Agreed. Nikon has some of the best ergonomics available.

[@schemkesa]

yeas I think its a must buy for 2020 if your looking for a FX DSLR

[@artsmodelstation9396]

Love my D750. Just wished changing the ISO was a little easier. Assigned to record button but now keep hitting the exposure button.

[@frederikboving]

Thanks for sharing! 🙏🏻

[@GavinThomas]

excellent video. love my d750. my first ever full frame and straight away i was blown away by the images it produces .

[@frederikboving]

And I think the more you'll work with the d750 the more you'll like it. Excellent ergonomics and it never talks back - just does the job. For product shoots this is my favorite camera ❤️

[@stanislavrico]

Nice review. As for level - you can turn it on in viewfinder as well. Even old d7000 could do that

[@frederikboving]

Good point! Thanks for sharing!

[@squashvids1032]

I agree with your oppinions on this camera. I think the only thing I don't like is the rubber eye piece, which I always seem to lose lol. I think Nikon wisely understood there was a large market for people who got into Nikon in the first place because of their great low light performance and not necesarilly for ultra high resolution and were not after a the D800. Image quality wise this camera is in a class of its own.

[@frederikboving]

Thank you Juan! Yes, I hope that many in the market for a FF camera will consider the D750 before they go out and buy a 3-times-as-expensive mirror-less camera.

[@markshirley01]

Yes the eye cup design is a very bad design. I just watch now every time I pull it out of a bag. The other things that has gone wrong on mine are: the skin peeling off - the AF button dropping off - the port doors bending or expanding. Plus I had a recall for the shutter (worked in my favour tho).

[@DANVIIL]

My D750 shows up on Tuesday and I'm hoping it's in excellent condition as advertised. I've been shooting Fuji mirrorless for almost 10 years, the XE-1.

[@frederikboving]

Still today in 2020, the D750 is my workhorse for product shoots and macro shots with my Tokina 100mm lens. It just delivers and doesn't talk back. Maybe not the best camera Nikon has ever made, but IMHO one of the cameras with the best price/performance ratio. Hope you will enjoy your copy!

[@johnkaper1129]

Thank you, great video and very timely. I have a Nikon D500 and was considering purchasing a D750 to have a FF also. Do you think that I would gain very much by adding the D750 to collection or would it be duplicating the D500: which I like a lot? Thank you..

[@frederikboving]

Hi John, super question! Can I ask what attracts you to FF? When I upgraded from D5600/D7500 to D750 it was for 2 reasons (1) curiosity and (2) I had to see the improvement for myself. Retrospectively I can say that the difference is not as big as you may think. And it is expensive to switch all your glass! Only some glass from APS-C can be used on FF and often with some vignetting, although the F-mount is the same and the lens hence fits fine irrespective of sensor size. The D500 is - according to all what I have read about it - a FANTASTIC camera, especially for sports and wildlife. The AF system is from the D5, and that says it all. In this regard the D500 beats the D750 by far. The D750 however is a FF sensor and in low light conditions it performs exceptionally well, also when it comes to focus - IMO it sees in the dark! So the attractiveness of the D750 depends on what you shoot as I see it. Sports and wildlife - stay with the D500. Photographer on a budget? - Stay with the D500. Event and portrait and landscape photographer? The D750 could be you upgrade, but be prepared to invest in glass. And carry more heavy glass! I knew when I upgraded that if I did not try FF, that itch or uncertainty or curiosity would stay with me forever. So to get some peace of mind, I upgraded. Rational? Nope. Necessary? Nope. But I am glad I did. I also have a Fuji X-T3 and it performs fantastic - I never think about that it is APS-C. That said, I am glad I have my D750 workhorse. I love that I can hear the shutter working. I love that I can buy tons of vintage glass on abudget. I love that the autofocus is so noisy that the birds take off, scared stiff by the sound of it. I love that the batteries last forever. I enjoy the ergonomics every day. So there are many other good reasons to buy a D750 than the FF factor. More confused now? Please let me know. Happy to help if I can. Take care!

[@johnkaper1129]

@@frederikboving thank you for your very fast and thoughtful reply. I guess that I am similar like you in caught in the FF question, is it really that much better than the smaller sensors??? I recognize your concerns, size, weight and extra expense, so I am still holding onto my D500 and probably down the road venture into the FF world. Thank you for your helpful and excellent advice and guidance, happy trials!!

[@frederikboving]

Hi John, for some reason I could not find the video I made back in the days when I went from APS-C to FF. It is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoOrcp1urr-Ur5o. It is not the most sexy, but tells how I experienced the upgrade back then.

[@smalltalk.productions9977]

thank you for the effort and the sharing. i am thinking long and hard about nikon full frame or nikon crop sensor. many of the ergonomic attributes of the D750 are also found on the D7500. i noticed you had access to the Fuji X-Trans bodies. Can you detect an image quality difference between the two systems? thumbs up.

[@frederikboving]

Hi, I have had the pleasure of owning a D7500, but unfortunately salt water killed that camera. Sad story. I was very pleased with the IQ of the D7500 until the accident, and I think some of the good stuff that came out of the D7500 was because of the EXPEED processor that sits in that camera, but I have no evidence to support it. The D7500 ergonomics however are not optimal - the "ears" for the camera strap bugged me senseless. You can see my videos on the D7500 here: kzbin.info/aero/PLPjooVCTLG90eAdpE0ZTRcvHORKY2YEYB including a walk through of the ergonomics. I am very happy with the Fujifilm cameras, and I think part of the secret to the great pictures that come out of the Fuji are that they literally have no bad lenses - they only have good and very good. Even their kit lens is - although not perfect - far better than the average kit lens. So yes, my overall impression is that the Fujifilm APSC cameras produce better pictures simply because of the quality of their glass. This, in combination with some filters that produce very clean looking pictures especially in B&W, makes shooting with Fuji a somewhat different experience. And then I only have lenses for Fuji with all the modern comfort (vibration reduction and super silent focus motors built into the lens) and that adds to the ease of using the Fujifilm lineup. But I will say that the ergonomics is far from good. The D750 is superior in this regard. And battery life on a mirrorless is horrible, so you end up buying a grip with room for more batteries, and then you quickly end up with a APSC camera that is as heavy as a full frame DSLR. My Fuji XT3 with battery grip and a 56mm lens is as heavy as my Nikon D750 with a 35-70 lens. So don't buy APSC mirrorless in the hope that it is smaller and lighter! Hope this helps. Happy to elaborate. :-D

[@markshirley01]

Get the D750 you will not be disappointed.

[@christianpetersen1782]

@@frederikboving Any APS-C gear including Fuji is much lighter overall when shooting with big lenses. This is where full frame glass gets really bulky and very heavy. The same also when carrying a bag of several any size lenses, full frame will always be heavier than comparative focal length APS-C glass.

[@frederikboving]

@@christianpetersen1782 I agree Christian! The point I was trying to make was that even if you buy a APS-C camera, it is not necessarily a light combo. I owned the Fuji X-T3 with a fast lens, plus camera grip and a few extra batteries in the grip, and the whole package actually became quite heavy. That in combination with the fact that the XT3 is a compact camera body (less volume than a DSLR) means that it to me felt quite heavy and "dense". So I ended up selling it, and hold on to my XT20 instead without a grip etc. It works much better as a "three finger camera" than the XT3 if you ask me. Hope this clarifies.

[@Mike-pm2fc]

I would like a new camera to use as a walkabout for shooting family fun, some portraits, also little league baseball, as well as indoor volleyball (Low light action) Should I be looking at the D750 or would the D7500 image quality be as good for my use?

[@frederikboving]

Hi Mike, that is a very good question! They are both great cameras. I have owned them both - the D7500 I unfortunately bricked via a salt water accident. But I loved the D7500, although the ergonomics was not the best (the "ears" for the camera strap annoyed me a great deal! - you can see the details here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2aTn2iaqtukmMU). In theory the D750 is the best low light performer due to FF, but I remember being super impressed by the low light performance of the D7500 and the ISO range of the D7500 is impressive. I think it has to do with the very modern EXPEED CPU that sits in the D7500. I remember visiting the Guiness brewery and taking some pictures in a very dark environment - and they came out great! Choosing between APS-C and FF is not easy, you may get some inspiration here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoOrcp1urr-Ur5o - and then finally I always recommend the camera decision homepage, always good to visit: cameradecision.com/compare/Nikon-D750-vs-Nikon-D7500. Sorry this is not really an answer but more a list of more information to digest, but it is not an easy choice to make. Also because you may grow as a photographer and you could find yourself growing out of the D7500 with a lot of DX glass you then have to sell. So also take into the equation that your preferences and ambitions may change over time. However, one thing is certain, if weight is important to you, I think the D7500 with DX glass looks like the one for you. FX glass is HEAVY....

[@jamesoliver6625]

There's an Asian gentleman with a video on YT comparing the D750 and D780 with actual image blowups to prove his points (not just opinions). The improved low light performance of the BSI sensor in the 780 is impressive, as much as two more fStops. It has me thinking even though I will never sell my 750.

[@frederikboving]

Thank you for sharing James! I have not seen the video, but in general the newer cameras have better DR and low light gathering capabilities as far as I have been able to conclude from reviews and DXOmark tests. So his results are no surprise to me. The D780 is undoubtedly a great camera - but I am a bit reluctant to pay for its hybrid capabilities when I am mostly after a stills camera.

[@hello-kc9ug]

Hi! I shoot a lot of macro but also a lot of landscape pictures, I’m thinking about buying a Nikon D750 with the AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR soon, and your video has only made me more certain to do so! Do you think that will do the job as an all round camera/lens and also has the potential to start shooting professionally? Thanks a lot!🌻

[@frederikboving]

Hi Chocola En pupies, the D750 is a workhorse for many wedding photographers, and I think you will find it is a really good "jack of all trades" camera body that will serve you well in different situations. Unfortunately I am no expert in the 24-124 lens, but Ken Rockwell says: "The 24-120mm f/4 VR is a great lens, doing most things very well in a very practical package." He is usually spot on. DPreview are of the same opinion: "we love the 24-120mm for its versatility and value for the money.". So it sounds like a good lens! With regards to going pro, I think it is a question of self confidence and less about the gear. So if you believe you have the know how and competence to meet the expectations of your clients, then I think you are ready to go pro. Or at least start shooting pro "on the side" of your regular job, while you build your name and reputation. All the best!

[@Aron-mj1ie]

Ok i think about d750 and the z6 for landscape and wildlife. What do you think is best? Nice video btw

[@frederikboving]

I think it depends very much on your lens lineup, more than anything else. I am currently uploading a video where I address this. You can also take a look at this article to find more insights to the question: photographylife.com/nikon-d780-vs-nikon-z6-which-one-should-you-get

[@Aron-mj1ie]

@@frederikboving i do wildlife and nature/landscape photography

[@samwang5831]

It even has a flash built in! I do not know why virtually all the new mirror-less cameras skip this useful function. I know aprofessional photograghers would carry an external flash anyway but I am sure there are times when one wishes it were already built-in

[@frederikboving]

It's a good point!

[@lynelljansen8057]

great for fill light

[@lucadegrandis]

i just bought a used d750 with the 28 - 85 3.5-4.5 lens and 7500 releases for 650 € :)

[@frederikboving]

That I what I call a good deal 😋 congratulations 🍾

[@trunghoadang3710]

Hi! Is it a good idea to get a new D750 for about €950-1000 right now for the next 5-6 years? Or should I just go for the new crop cameras like Sony A6400 or Nikon Z50?

[@frederikboving]

Hi! I would wait just a little bit investing in a D750. Now the D780 is out, I would wait and see if the price on the D750 drops when the D780 has been out for a while. Choosing between the D750 and mirrorless APS-C cameras is not easy. All the cameras you mention are good cameras. If small size and weight is important to you, then the APS-C cameras has an advantage as the smaller surface of the sensor also gives smaller glass and hence less weight. Also, if shooting silently is important to you, then the mirrorless APS-C is the one to go for. The D750 is very noisy (mirror flicking) and that also goes for the AF motor if you use the motor built into the camera - you can very clearly hear the motor working and it will be picked up by a microphone close to the camera when shooting video. And the mirrorless cameras have and advantage in "what you see is what you get" in the viewfinder. On the other hand, the D750 although large and chunky has very good ergonomics, the picture that come out of it are stellar, you get the benefits of full frame in term of low light performance and bokeh, one battery lasts a full day (in my case) and last but not least, you get access to a LOT of lenses you can get cheap used via e-bay or amazon, so you can get some stellar glass without breaking the bank. But with a good adapter, you can also use this on the mirrorless camera... Hope this helps a bit. Otherwise, try visit my blog: There may be some articles you find useful: frederikboving.com/category/guidance/

[@martinsmyth5580]

Hi thanks for the videos what is the name of the landscape book and where do you get it thank you.

[@frederikboving]

Hi Martin, It is: Landscape Photographer of the Year - collection 10. ISBN 978-0-7495-7826-8. I found it here: books.google.dk/books/about/Landscape_Photographer_of_the_Year.html?id=Lmm_DAEACAAJ&source=kp_book_description&redir_esc=y

[@sunrise_sunshine]

Thank you so much for the video. I’m planning to purchase my very first DSLR which is Nikon D750 along with 85mm 1.8 + 50mm 1.8 G lens. I’m wondering is it still worth to buy this camera considering 5 years old?. The concern I have is from D750 is - 1. Slower AF, 2. Shutter speed 1/4000 which is half the D780/Z6ii/Z5. Are these show stopper for D750?. Purpose of buying a camera is for taking Portraits, Still, Landscape, Bird, Product photography (learning) and of course my kids. It would be really great if you throw some lights on my concern to make a wise decision.... other options I have considered is Nikon D780 with one of the lens and Z6ii with the kit lens... apart from D780 and Z6ii I have been suggesting to go with D850 with the kit lens. Thank you and looking forward to your suggestion.

[@frederikboving]

Hi, choosing between the Z6, D750 and D780 is not easy. Nikon gives us more options than ever. The first thing to consider is if you are into mirrorless or DSLRs - I have a blog post that gives some pros and cons of each of these options: frederikboving.com/is-mirrorless-cameras-better-than-dslrs/ When it comes to choosing an enthusiast Nikon camera body, then this is not easy either. In this blog post I have tried to give an overview of the different options from Nikon and how I see them: frederikboving.com/which-enthusiast-nikon-dslr-to-choose/ And finally, choosing specifically between Z6, D780 and D750 - here I have given my thoughts on the challenges choosing between the 3: frederikboving.com/which-nikon-camera-body-to-choose-in-the-24mp-range/ With regards to the 1/4000 vs 1/8000, I would say that it is only an issue if you are shooting in very bright conditions and you want to shoot wide open (to maintain a shallow DOF), and even then an ND filter can help you out. So no, I would not consider that a showstopper, but of course 1/8000 is always nice to have as an option.

[@sunrise_sunshine]

@@frederikboving I totally agree with you to pick one of the choices. Thank you so much for your effort and educating with more detailed information, I think I will go through it and hopefully, this will clarify my doubts and dilemma. Thanks once again :)

[@loveminky]

I love my Nikon D750. We will travel back to Africa (as soon as it's safe to go).

[@frederikboving]

Thanks for sharing! yes, lets hope the world moves back to normal faster than fast, so we can all get back to doing what we love.

[@okamivolgan]

i am watching this in 2020 , i bought d750 2015 , it's a great camera built like a tank no complaints so far .

[@ynnot65]

Hej Frederik. Har D750 og har lige fået Z6. Billedkvaliteten er helt ens, men Z modellen er endnu bedre i low-light. WB er meget bedre på Z'en, i auto-mode. D750 har aldrig rigtigt naglet LED lys. Farverne blev tit gule, men det gør de ikke på Z6. Men jeg beholder selvfølgeligt min D750😉

[@frederikboving]

Sådan! WB har jeg altid fixet i LR, men fantastisk hvis Z6 er bedre i low-light. Jeg ææælsker low-key billeder, og griber derfor min D750 når jeg skal fotografere på en restaurant eller andre steder hvor en flash lissom ødelægger den gode stemning. Spændt på at høre hvordan du ser Z6 og D750 overfor hinanden!

[@ynnot65]

@@frederikboving Apropos low-key. Jeg bliver sgu aldrig blitzfan. Jeg har bla. 2 hurtige f/1.4 primes, uden stabilisering. Man kan skyde 1/10 og billederne står stadigt knivskarpt. IBIS er faaaantastisk.

[@frederikboving]

Jeg er lidt det samme sted, men flashes har en berettigelse fx til produkt skud eller still life. Og man kan lave mange kreative ting, hvis man gider. Jeg kæmper med at lære flash fotografering - det er et fag jeg har meget respekt for, og dem der kan noget med en flash kan lave fantastiske ting! Prøv at tjekke Strobist 101 af David Hobby. Det er meget inspirerende.

[@ynnot65]

@@frederikboving Lige præcis. Har en lille SB400 og en SB700, som jeg ikke bruger meget. Men vil også gerne lære det. Jeg tjekker han ud👍😉

[@wffj-tv2652]

I have a D750 I rarely use anymore since I bought a Fujifilm XH2s. The D750 does take really nice pictures, but its autofocus is so sloppy in video mode it's essentially unusable. I went back to the crop sensor XH2s because the autofocus is so much better than the Nikon, the pictures are just as good and the video section is remarkable. Given the choice between the XH2s and the D750 (they sit beside each other in my office), I always grab the Fujifilm..

[@frederikboving]

Thanks for sharing! I reached the exact opposite conclusion- my big hand 🤚 never agreed with the Fuji (xt20 and xt3) and I sold them both as they just sat on my shelf. Funny the way it is.

[@wffj-tv2652]

@@frederikboving My D750 does fit well in my big hands too and I think I would have had the same issue as you with the XH2s but I put my XH2s in a Tilta camera cage the day I took it out of the box so I don't have that problem. The cage makes it feel almost like you have a grip on the left side, as well as a larger grip on the right. The XH2s also has a larger grip right out of the box than the XT2 and XT3, I think. Of course, I got the rails and top and side handles for different configurations to go with the cage. So, next time you run into that ergonomics issue, try adding a cage.

[@frederikboving]

@@wffj-tv2652thanks for proposing a grip. I did have a grip on the XT3 from the get go but it still felt awkward as the weight distribution was unchanged (the XT3 was compact and yet heavy as I recall it). I guess we are into personal preference territory here and YMMV of course.

[@PunjabiGymBeats]

Would you recommend Z5 over D750 as they are almost same price range.? I think Z5 is very underrated camera.

[@frederikboving]

The z5 is amazing value for money. If you have lots of Nikon vintage glass with (mechanical) AF then be aware that there is no AF motor in the Z bodies, so for those lenses you are left with manual focus.

[@radialbladeworks6183]

I have owned the Z5. I would recommend it absolutely, simply because of the IBIS. The EVF is also excellent and it is nice to see exactly what you will get, as opposed to balancing your metering. It is a weather sealed professional body with dual UHS II slots. The battery life is solid. The optional grip is nice for maximizing grip comfort, but it’s $270 and does nothing but holds batteries. The only reason I sold it was because I specifically wanted a DSLR. I loved the Z5 and at $1300CAD its a no brainer. The only drag is Nikon’s almost non existent native lens array. The AF was satisfactory, but it is nowhere near the performance level of high end camera. The eye AF was completely underwhelming, there simply aren’t enough AF points on the sensor. Also the camera is soooo quiet! Oh, and it shoots video, but it’s super basic, so it’s a decent vlog-level video camera at best. It’s good looking, but limited

[@frederikboving]

@@radialbladeworks6183 Thank you for sharing your experience with the Z5 - much appreciated!

[@MrPetermc199]

What is the ISBN of the book you recommended?

[@frederikboving]

Hi Peter, it is: ISBN 978-0-7495-7826-8. I found it here: books.google.dk/books/about/Landscape_Photographer_of_the_Year.html?id=Lmm_DAEACAAJ&source=kp_book_description&redir_esc=y

[@MrPetermc199]

Tak🙂

[@Ponskippa]

This + 50mm f1.8 or the upcoming X100V. I’m a Fuji guy. But have always “wanted a full frame”

[@frederikboving]

Yep. I have both the D750 (+lenses) and the XT20/T3 (+lenses) and I love both of them. So not an easy choice. However, there is something about the pictures that come out of the D750 that I cannot really define - it may be related to the low light performance or the big sensor or a combination, or maybe it is because of the vintage glass that I use on the D750, but it simply is a different shooting experience. Not necessarily better, just different. Not sure this makes any sense, but I really cannot nail why I sometimes intuitively know when to grab the D750.

[@Ponskippa]

frederikboving I sold a D7000 some years ago to switch to Fuji system. Although I love my Fuji xt2 and x100s. I do sometimes miss shooting with a Nikon. Maybe it’s shooting through the optical viewfinder? It is a different feeling shooting a photo with a dslr and seeing the result after. Mirrorless camera kinda dumbed down the shooting experience for me if that makes any sense

[@frederikboving]

Makes a lot of sense. At the risk of being called a nostalgic / romantic shooter, I can relate to what you write so absolutely. But it is hard to define precisely what makes the difference, but I think that - as you say - the optical viewfinder is a large part of it. And that your DSLR is ready in an instant, whereas the mirrorless is like turning on a computer or a TV set. I guess that is also why Fuji has a number of cameras with combined OVF/EVF's.

[@allenparsens5279]

It is October 2020 in Australia and prices are at original levels.

[@frederikboving]

Sorry to hear that. Check the prices for a Z6 with a FTZ adapter. They may be moving closer?

[@allenparsens5279]

@@frederikboving I might do that.

[@allenparsens5279]

@@frederikboving $3225. Just too expensive.

[@frederikboving]

@@allenparsens5279 This is the grey market; cannot recommend it, as it is a bit of a lottery if they deliver: Z6 w/FTZ: www.e-infin.com/eu/item/3784/nikon_z6_mirrorless_digital_camera_with_ftz_mount_kit?gclid=Cj0KCQjw2or8BRCNARIsAC_ppyYiTfgEoObXyMT0jKL6SiflHDyc-Y1NqP4hvVE0CvPzbddFCv0ufKEaAo_tEALw_wcB D750: www.e-infin.com/eu/item/2338/nikon_d750_digital_slr_camera_body_only

[@MishaG9]

Found a shop that had a new one still in the box for a good price and grabbed it 3 weeks ago! My two D200s were asking for retirement...! I obliged. We are in the same wavelength, Fred. My idea of a camera is for making photographs, right? When I see that makers are giving us a device that tries to be a two-in-one marvel, my purist side rebels. I know that others like that, of course, can't please everyone. No IBIS? No touch screen? Focus issues? I don't miss things that I never use. Not quiet? Maybe I should ask Canon to provide with lenses for my G1 X so the birds don't get scared. Pros and cons as usual. Cropping an issue? Frame your images in the finder carefully. I'm itching now for another D750 body. Will za wife complain? Wish me luck! Cheers.

[@frederikboving]

He-he, some say you need x-1 cameras where x is when the wife complains you've got too many cameras... All the best 😉

[@TheSquirrelWhisperers]

I have one querry.. see i am looking to biy a canera and stick to look more about d750 just curious why some one want to buy two d750 rather now mirrorless camera is coming woth good featurs .. pls let me know i am new to discuss on dslr and mirrorless. Some of my frnd suggested me for mirrorless too like z6 and sony a7iii.

[@MishaG9]

@@TheSquirrelWhisperers For me it was simple, I already had lenses that I bought a while ago, since the day I got a Nikon F (do you know it?) after that I had a couple of F3s (film cameras) and then I had a couple of D200s, so it was a no brainer, since I wasn't going to buy a whole new set of lenses or change format. Haven't used mirrorless, so I can't comment on that.

[@jamescollins1272]

Tony Northrop on His KZbin channel has some interesting comments to validate that 4K has not been a compelling enough of a upgrade, and for there to be enough justification for many people to purchase even 4K televisions. So He is saying that 4K cameras are not being purchased in big enough numbers to justify the format and everything you have to buy to professionally shoot and edit 4K. Especially when your viewers are watching your content (many times on KZbin or from your website) on smart phone screens or iPads.

[@frederikboving]

Yep, I saw the video. As I recall it, his point is that the stats he gets on his channel shows that youtube viewers in general do not care about 4K because they view it via channels where 4K has no or limited effect (phones as you say). So in that regard the D750 can be a fine video camera as well - I think I say that in the video also. But if you insist on 4K, then the D750 is not for you. My "problem" with the D750 is that the screwdriver focus is noisy, so the microphone pics up the focus sounds. The fix is of course a lens with (more silent) built in focus motor, but to avoid that investment I simply shoot video with my XT3. If you have not seen it, I can recommend this video showing what the D750 video wise is capable of: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYSmh4WplrOra8U

[@jamescollins1272]

frederikboving ....Hey thanks, Sir for that Heart ❤️. So what this is implying is IF you are a content creator, you have to consider your audience and the means by which they are receiving your content. And we certainly want the early adopters and the wealth-laden, blessed-with-a-mansion, and large media room souls to keep buying 4K equipment and upgrading, upgrading, so WE can purchase the the refurbished or used taken-care-of-editions of 4K whatever on EBay, and from the back warehouse at B&H.

[@frederikboving]

@@jamescollins1272 Hi James, yep! Let the front runners take the bleeding edge - and leave the rest of us to shoot photography on a budget with gear that was good enough for the pros a few years back. I think we get the best of both worlds that way :-D

[@jamescollins1272]

frederikboving ...Oh Absolutely, Sir.... And if by chance you want to go to any location on the globe 🌎 with 5, 10 or beyond years-aged Camera Equipment, and then have the audacity to shoot stunning scenes, actions, landscapes, etc. any of which just happens to make just the right amount of money, which would make those edge-bleeding Professional Photographers really jealous, you have my full permission.

[@dimitristsotsos4182]

εχω την nikon D750 και στην ζωντανη φωτογραφιση δεν βγενουν οι ενδειξεις συν και πλυν, τι μπορη να εχει.

[@michaliszissiou2398]

Live view ON, press i button, select exposure preview ON

[@frederikboving]

😮

[@Met845]

ShutterCount of 100k is still a good deal? Or nah

[@frederikboving]

There probably still is lots of mileage in the camera - but it is always a risk buying used. I would look to see how the general condition of the camera is - does it look bruised like it has rolled down a mountain side? Or did the owner take good care of it?

[@ShashankD137]

Will upgrade from a d750 in 2024

[@frederikboving]

😮

[@ShashankD137]

@@frederikboving haha this didn't happen. Using a z7 already

[@frederikboving]

😮

[@Pumpamentals]

The D750 rocks! What are your favorite lenses? I really like my 85mm 1.8G

[@frederikboving]

Hi Nick, my workhorse is the 35-70mm 2.8D. It is a great lens and the AF continues to impress me - I simply cannot understand that something based on a mechanical setup with the AF motor in the camera bodycan work that well! I also love my 55mm 1.4D, the Tokina 100mm, the Nikkor 135mm 2.8D (a true tunnel of glass!) and a few Pentax lenses (radioactive!). You can find many of these lenses in this playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLPjooVCTLG920cfFIaNGqxEz5nzhRhtA3 All the best :-D

[@Pumpamentals]

@@frederikboving Wow. Thank you for the detailed reply! Will check out the playlist :)

[@one4allall4one91]

The prices should go down further once the d780 comes out.

[@markshirley01]

I expect the D780 to drop to £1700 in a few months time. I really think they've over priced it.

[@jaysaini955]

Same

[@frederikboving]

Probably yes

[@blizzbee]

Mr. Donald duck was mentioned in the camera video? NICE

[@ulrichhofmarksrichter3502]

Please Alexander only buy one, so I can still get one for me !

[@artsmodelstation9396]

I can’t afford gas to go out and take great photos.

[@frederikboving]

Sorry to hear that. Recently I have only shot what is within walking distance! Maybe not great photos, but practice at least.

[@gepwxaqdfsidsesg1548]

You pronounce Z6 as zed six unless you are American.

[@frederikboving]

Zed Zed Top? Guess I am an american then :-D

[@gepwxaqdfsidsesg1548]

@@frederikboving you pronounce ZZ Top as zee zee top because the band is American and so it is up them how it's pronounced. However in the case of the camera it's definitely zed. Also it's a Nikon like sit, kit, not as in site or kite. Pronouncing Z wrongly as in zee is a special concession to Americans because they are incapable of getting it right and no other English speakers are allowed to pronounce things so badly. It's a rule set by the Queen.

[@frederikboving]

@@gepwxaqdfsidsesg1548 Got it :-D A consistent feedback regarding some of my first videos was that I sounded like Arnold schwarzenegger, so if we now are down to how I pronounce Z, then I consider that a big step forward! All the best :-D

[@soaringvulture]

@@frederikboving Sounding like Arnold is not a bad thing. It's not as good as looking like Arnold but it's something.

[@AntPDC]

Yes, it’s not just the British that pronounce “z” as “zed”. The vast majority of the English-speaking world does this. The primary exception, of course, is in the United States where “z” is pronounced “zee”. They also pronounce "Nikon" as "Naikon" for some reason - some even pronounce "Nikkor" as "Naikor".

[@abbii1661]

at the end you tell me not to spend time on videos like this!!!!!!!!

[@frederikboving]

Yep. A contradiction in terms. But the time we spend worrying about gear is time we do NOT spend on shooting. So it's the wrong focus if you think about it.

[@abbii1661]

@@frederikboving you review worth every seconds of it. you just summarized what functions to look for in gear.

[@sudhirrao779]

I love my D750 2 years on!