- Conclusion Get the lowdown
- Features How they compare
- Performance Real world benchmarks
- Differences Technical showdown
- Reviews Word on the street
- Competition Others to consider
- Discussion Answers and opinions
Compare with...
- Nikon D600
- Canon EOS 7D
- Canon Rebel T4i
- Nikon D5100
- Pentax K-5
Conclusion Which is better for you?
Features Key features of the Nikon D7000 compared to the Nikon D400
MP16.1
APS-C
24.1 MP
APS-C
megapixels
| 0 MP | 24.1 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).
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.
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.
focus points
| 0 | 51 | 60 |
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 vs Nikon D400
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
900 photos
D7000 by totallygrateful (Jul, 2011)Battery life is great, picture quality is wonderful, and once you get accustomed to the menu system and get a feel for the button layout on the camera body, it's a joy to shoot with.
Differences What are the advantages of each
Advantages compared to the D400
| More photos per charge | 1,050 | vs | 900 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 150 more shots; Longer battery life | |||
Advantages compared to the D7000
| Significantly larger screen | 3.2" | vs | 3" |
|---|---|---|---|
| Around 10% larger screen | |||
| Significantly higher resolution | 24.1 MP | vs | 16.1 MP |
| Around 50% higher resolution; Capture more detail, good for large prints | |||
| Supports HDR | Yes | vs | No |
| Somewhat common; Combines multiple photos together to capture both bright and dark areas | |||
| Faster rapid fire | 8 fps | vs | 6 fps |
| More than 30% faster continuous shooting; Take photos in rapid succession to capture motion | |||
| More phase-detection focus points | 51 | vs | 39 |
| 12 more phase detection focus points; Faster autofocus in reasonably lit settings | |||
| More cross-type focus points | 15 | vs | 9 |
| 6 more cross type focus points; Easier and faster focusing in low light | |||
Reviews Word on the street
Nikon D7000 | Nikon D400 |
type
Nikon D7000 | Rated 90% by by TrustedReviews (Nov, 2011)The D7000 is a fantastic step up camera for those who have outgrown entry level digital SLRs or for those who want to upgrade from older mid-range models, with the advantage this time around of a bang up-to-date feature set for the Nikon range; the obvious advantages of Full HD video and optional extras such as GPS making it a true tool for the multimedia age.
Nikon D7000 | Rated 100% by by Jerome-Lee (Jun, 2012)I just purchased a new Nikon D7000 16.2 MP DX-Format CMOS Digital SLR with a 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6 AF-S DX VR-ED Nikkor Lens on May14,2012 from Amazon.com.
Nikon D7000 | Rated 100% by by NormaLee (Sep, 2011)Then you can try the special modes in the Scenes setting for closeups, etc.Unlike most digital SLR cameras, the new D7000 allows you to use either the view finder OR to flick a switch to frame your photo and view it on the monitor before pressing the shutter.
image stabilization
Nikon D7000 | Rated 100% by by OshkoshWhale (Aug, 2011)I mean for me, no matter what your DSLR brand is, the picture of bright day light scenery (with good lighting) is all amazing (Nikon, Canon, Sony, Pentax, Olympus), but when I see the sample image of Nikon D7000 (with bundle lens 18-55 VR) in night time (low light photography), I was blown away.
Nikon D7000 | Rated 100% by by Silverado-Kid (Mar, 2011)I purchased the D7000 from Amazon (good service) with a body-only and use my faithful and versatile 18-200 VR ED lens.
Nikon D7000 | Rated 90% by by Photography Blog (Nov, 2010)The Nikon D7000 does not offer body-integral image stabilisation, but the 18-105mm kit lens bundled with the camera features Vibration Reduction, Nikon's proprietary lens-based optical stabilisation system.
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | Nikon D600 Best image quality as rated by DXOMark |
 | 2 | Canon EOS 7D Many cross-type focus points |
 | 3 | Canon Rebel T4i Highest resolution screen |
 | 4 | Nikon D5100 Lightest |
 | 5 | Pentax K-5 Image stabilization |
 | 6 | Nikon D700 Big viewfinder |
 | 7 | Canon EOS 5D Mark II 2-way tie: Largest sensor |
 | 8 | Nikon D300S 2-way tie: Fastest to start up |
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