- Conclusion Get the lowdown
- Features How it compares
- Performance Real world benchmarks
- Differences Technical showdown
- Reviews Word on the street
- Competition Others to consider
- Discussion Answers and opinions
Nikon D7000
- 16.1 MP
- APS-C CMOS
- 3" LCD
Featured in in widest aperture DSLRs
Released September, 2010
Rated 80% by by DPReview (Nov, 2010)Only at the very highest sensitivity setting (Hi2.0) things go visibly downhill but all in all the Nikon D7000 is arguably APS-C camera that so far offers the best performance at these extremely high ISO settings.
Conclusion Check out the Nikon D7000
First reviewed December, 2011
Features Key features of the Nikon D7000
16.1 MP
APS-C
Rated 90% by by Photography Blog (Nov, 2010)The key difference between the D90's and the D7000's finders is the frame coverage, with the former at 96% and the latter at an impressive 100.
megapixels
| 0 MP | 24 MP    | 30 MP |
D7000 by R.-Wandrei--social_bunny (Nov, 2010)RAW format uses full 16.2 megapixels so files are huge (would be nice to see an option that allows you to choose how many megapixels you want to use when shooting RAW).
D7000 by Photography Blog (Nov, 2010)Taking on the Canon EOS 60D, the D7000 is the first Nikon DSLR camera to offer continuous auto-focus during video recording, and the first to feature a 16 megapixel DX image sensor.
sensor size
D7000 by DPReview (Nov, 2010)With its APS-C sensor the Nikon D7000 cannot quite produce the very shallow depth-of-field footage that the Nikon D3s or other full-format DSLRs offer but it still gives you much more control in this respect than most consumer video or digital compact cameras.
D7000 by TrustedReviews (Nov, 2011)Sensor size aside, the D7000 digital SLR extends its mid-range appeal via a magnesium alloy body construction, which is moisture resistant and dust sealed to boot, so should withstand occasional mistreatment.
viewfinder size
D7000 by J.-Carrow (May, 2012)Even 6400 can give nice shots, and the HI-2 (equivalent of 25,600) can give very usable shots if you don't mind heavily post processing them and only using them reduced to web sizes.-The metering is noticeably better, so I have to adjust the exposure less, and have fewer blown highlights.-The viewfinder is larger, so its easier to see what you're doing.-The auto white balance has a much wider range of correction, and is more accurate.
D7000 by Jimmy-K (Aug, 2012)Web forums stated that the AF sensor size is larger than what users see in the viewfinder.
body size
132 x 105 x 77 mm
147 x 114 x 74 mm
148 x 111 x 74 mm
D7000 by B.-Fuller (Oct, 2010)Smaller weight and size is becoming much more important to me and this camera is a very good trade off of features for size and weight.
D7000 by c|net (Nov, 2010)It's not a lightweight camera, but it feels very sturdy and well built, with a solid grip and enough heft to offset the weight of many heavy pro lenses.
focus points
| 0 | 9   | 40 |
D7000 by val (Sep, 2011)I loved the feel, the speed, the metering, especially for flash photography, the ease of use, the focus points (and accuracy) and the controls.
Performance Real world tests of Nikon D7000
DxOMark image quality
D7000 by Emil--EmilImage quality (wealth of details, sharpness, color rendition), performance, design, ergonomics, usability, fill-n flash - it's a pleasure to shoot with this camera.
D7000 by James-Sabo (Oct, 2010)You can change the white balance settings, exposure, basic picture setting (landscape, portrait, etc), noise reduction, color space, and dynamic lighting.
DxOMark low light performance
D7000 by Mauricio-M.-Silva--mmartins98 (Jan, 2011)I've took some pictures of New York, at night, and I've got the best results of all my life, in those conditions.
D7000 by W.-Chang--Steven-ChangThe camera is absolutely wonderful, takes great pictures, and the low light performance is amazing.
shutter lag
| 0 ms | 238 ms  | 200 ms |
D7000 by TrustedReviews (Nov, 2011)So from the off we were expecting response times from the camera that were almost instantaneous.
D7000 by I.-Bilynsky--Info-Center (Feb, 2012)It's also worth noting that some lenses focus a lot slower than others on the D7000, whereas most MFT lenses have quicker average AF response times.
continuous shooting
D7000 by Mark-Fitzpatrick--Math-Teacher (May, 2012)Even when set to highest file size and optimal quality, I click off rapid fire shots of say a receiver as he is catching the ball.
battery life
1,050 photos
440 photos
500 photos
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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Contrast detection focusing system -
HD video -
Generic -
APS-C -
Gives you more flexibility when framing your shot -
1,050 -
80.0 -
39 -
Keep shooting in rain or snow -
13.9 ev -
1,167 ISO -
Opaque -
400 ms -
100% -
9 -
For that film look -
1/8000 s
cons
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7,000 s -
Sep, 2010 -
HD video -
None -
The screen is fixed in place -
No automatic HDR -
16.1 MP -
Use buttons to access features and menus -
No automatic 3D -
No automatic stitching -
780 g -
132 x 105 x 77 mm
Reviews Word on the street
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Lens
Nikon D7000 | Rated 80% by by DPReview (Nov, 2010)We did the majority of our shooting on the bundled 18-105mm kit lens, and comparing results shot with other lenses it is clear that the 18-105mm is the limiting factor in this combination.
Nikon D7000 | Rated 80% by by DPReview (Nov, 2010)Shutter speed, aperture and ISO are usually set automatically, but if you turn the manual movie settings on in the shooting menu this allows you to adjust the aperture before recording and, if you're in M mode, the shutter speed during capture.
Nikon D7000 | Rated 80% by by Tom-North--TomNThe unexpected result is that the 18 to 105mm kit lens is nearly equal to my 60mm micro Nikkor D lens in the 18 to 35mm range (f-8).
Sensor
Nikon D7000 | Rated 80% by by DPReview (Nov, 2010)As well as extra resolution, the new sensor also offers a higher 'standard' ISO span of 100-6400, expandable up to the equivalent of ISO 25,600.
Nikon D7000 | Rated 100% by by charandel (Dec, 2010)I love the AF, the Activ Dlighting works beautifully, and I have been shooting at 1000 iso and above with very nice results.
Nikon D7000 | Rated 80% by by I.-Bilynsky--Info-Center (Feb, 2012)The D7K has a wider effective dynamic range in both brightness and color gamut, and the pictures it takes are very pleasing to the eye with minimal post-processing on the RAW files.
Focus
Nikon D7000 | Rated 100% by by J.-Evans--jenb1972Once I move to AF-S or AF-C, my photos become beautifully sharp.
Nikon D7000 | Rated 20% by by B.-Black (Nov, 2011)I used the 39 point and 11 point AF settings as well as varying steps of AF-A AF-S and AF-C.
Nikon D7000 | Rated 80% by by DPReview (Nov, 2010)In general though, AF accuracy is very high, in both AF-S and AF-C modes.
Video
Nikon D7000 | Rated 100% by by Edward (Apr, 2012)On the video feature I can say that constant focus while video is great, thought i am not a video fan, videos look very good at HD 1080.
Nikon D7000 | Rated 100% by by Mithrandir-the-Elven-Mage (Oct, 2011)It's nice to have in a pinch, but if you're big on video plan on getting a dedicated video camera or good point-and-shoot.
Nikon D7000 | Rated 100% by by B.-Locher (Jun, 2011)The HD video with a fast card looks incredible!
Image quality
Nikon D7000 | Rated 80% by by Greeko76 (Nov, 2010)http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0043VE27Y/ref=cm_cr_asin_lnk. If you choose the Panasonic you sacrifice on the low light performance but get superior video results and it's a much smaller camera and lenses.
Nikon D7000 | Rated 80% by by DPReview (Nov, 2010)Default JPEGs are clean of artifacts and with natural colors and tonality.
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | Canon EOS 40D 2-way tie: Most shots per battery charge Canon EOS 40D vs Nikon D7000 |
 | 2 | Nikon D5100 Smallest D5100 vs D7000 |
 | 3 | Canon EOS 7D Fastest rapid fire mode Canon EOS 7D vs Nikon D7000 |
 | 4 | Canon EOS 60D Good benchmarked shot to shot times Canon EOS 60D vs Nikon D7000 |
 | 5 | Nikon D300S Largest sensor D300S vs D7000 |
 | 6 | Nikon D5200 Best image quality as rated by DXOMark D5200 vs D7000 |
 | 7 | Nikon D7100 Largest screen D7100 vs D7000 |
 | 8 | Canon EOS 650D Has a touch screen Canon EOS 650D vs Nikon D7000 |
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Nikon D7000Top Nikon D7000 experts at Sortable
Allan-Hecox 
Beginner II
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Beginner II
Pedro-Jos-Gil-Acevedo 
Intermediate I
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Beginner II
Nikon D5100
- 16.1 MP
- APS-C CMOS
- 3" LCD
5 more Sortable users recommended the D5100 over the D7000.
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Beginner II
5
votes D7000 all the way, it's the best APS-C DSLR money can buy. It's built like a tank and has more features than you can shake a stick at.
- 1 comment
- May 17, 2012
- Reply to: Quality of pictures and equipment as well as flexibility for future
Intermediate I
5
votes In the last year I've put over 10k exposures through a D5100 and almost 8k on a D7000 so I know them both quite well. I recommend the D7000 for two reasons: focus motor and menu fatigue. The to...
- 0 comments
- August 17, 2012
- Reply to: D5100 or d7000
Beginner I
4
votes The D7000 is worth it just for that big beautiful veiwfinder. Image quality between the two is about the same, but the 7000 gives you way better battery life and TWO memory card slots, which is...
- 2 comments
- May 11, 2012
- Reply to: Maximum flexibility
Pentax K-5
- 16.1 MP
- APS-C CMOS
- 3" LCD
3 more Sortable users recommended the Pentax K-5 over the Nikon D7000.
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Expert I
0
votes D7000 all the way.......................
- 0 comments
- July 29, 2012
- Reply to: Photos in the nature, sport photos
Beginner II
0
votes I own a D7000 for the past 2 years and can vouch for this piece of gem. Good noise control, great picture quality (though you cannot expect the same as a full frame professional). I do a lot I...
- 0 comments
- October 19, 2012
- Reply to: Hi, i m looking for new camera and badly confused about these two..!
Beginner II
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votes The best dx, 1/8000 - best performance iso - lens old compatible
- 0 comments
- October 11, 2012
- Reply to: Advice on sports camera
Nikon D800
- 36.2 MP
- Full frame CMOS
- 3.2" LCD
4 more Sortable users recommended the D7000 over the D800.
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Beginner I
13
votes Hi Isabel, The D800 is *MASSIVE* overkill for someone who is not making a living through her photography, or isn't rich(yet!). The lenses for that camera will set you back several thousand on top...
- 0 comments
- August 31, 2012
- Reply to: Should I get D800, D7000 or wait for a possible D600/D400?
Beginner I
4
votes The Nikon D800 is an incredible camera. I have used it and love the photos. That said, it is no where near three times as good as the D7000, but it is three times the price. You would be a lot...
- 0 comments
- June 20, 2012
- Reply to: I am looking for the best realistic quality camera
Expert I
1
vote It depends on the kind of budget u have - as a FX body and its lenses would cost more than DX and so will be the cost of other accessories like storage devices aswell - assuming that u have no to...
- 0 comments
- July 24, 2012
- Reply to: Upgrading my equipment: the nikon d800 or d7000 with 4 lenses?
