I shot with the 750 (2 of them) for 5 years and in the past 3 years have really felt the need for better video features. I was about to trade them in for z6's but then the 780 was announced and due to some lens incompatibility (I have 2 Tamron G1 lenses I really like) I decided to delay a full switch to mirrorless and go with the 780.
Like the myriad of reviews say, the camera is great in photo mode, I like the rearrangement of buttons and I really like the touch screen, etc. I'm still very happy with the purchase.
However, one of my primary check boxes was to keep using my Tamron glass and that is where I've run into problems. My 70-200 2.8 G1 does not play well with the LV mode . Basically, if you're in LV and the AF is engaged, the LV will shut off intermittently. It appears to be connected to the power draw required to drive the AF motor. I had it start acting up on me at a video shoot the other day. I'm still trying to confirm if this happens with the G2 version of this lens (I don't know anyone who has one). So far my Tamron 15-30 is behaving (another reported problem lens for the z6) but I haven't put it through it's paces yet.
TLDR: If you have Tamron Lenses that are incompatible with the Z6, they may be also incompatible (in LV) with the 780.
Nikon D780 w/AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR
4.5 | 194 ratings
Price: 2696.95
Last update: 08-01-2024
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24.5MP backside illuminated FX full frame image sensor, capable of remarkable light gathering for highly detailed photos and 4K UHD videos with ultra shallow depth of field and sharp, clean low light shots.
Dual Autofocus system: 51-point AF for capturing photos using the viewfinder; 273-point phase-detection AF for capturing photos and videos using the touchscreen LCD.
7 frames per second continuous shooting or switch to live view mode for 12 frames per second silent shooting using the electronic shutter.
Nikon's most robust DSLR for video capture: Hybrid PDAF system, ful frame 4K UHD, slow motion at 1080 / 120p, in-camera time-lapse, 10-bit HDMI output, N-Log, HDR (HLG), highlight monitoring (zebra stripes) and built-in timecode.
Tilting touchscreen LCD makes it easy to get the shot, even from high or low angles and allows for tap focusing, tap shutter release, swiping and zooming images in playback and easy menu navigation.
Wireless connectivity with the easy to use SnapBridge app
Shutter speeds as slow as 900 seconds without the need for a remote, great for long exposures and astrophotography.
Robust set of creative features, including 20 unique, high quality Creative Picture Controls, 10 special effect modes, multiple exposure options and focus shift photography (for creating focus stacked images).
Long battery life up to 2,260 shots per charge (according to CIPA testing).
Includes: AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR zoom lens (with image stabilization)
Dual Autofocus system: 51-point AF for capturing photos using the viewfinder; 273-point phase-detection AF for capturing photos and videos using the touchscreen LCD.
7 frames per second continuous shooting or switch to live view mode for 12 frames per second silent shooting using the electronic shutter.
Nikon's most robust DSLR for video capture: Hybrid PDAF system, ful frame 4K UHD, slow motion at 1080 / 120p, in-camera time-lapse, 10-bit HDMI output, N-Log, HDR (HLG), highlight monitoring (zebra stripes) and built-in timecode.
Tilting touchscreen LCD makes it easy to get the shot, even from high or low angles and allows for tap focusing, tap shutter release, swiping and zooming images in playback and easy menu navigation.
Wireless connectivity with the easy to use SnapBridge app
Shutter speeds as slow as 900 seconds without the need for a remote, great for long exposures and astrophotography.
Robust set of creative features, including 20 unique, high quality Creative Picture Controls, 10 special effect modes, multiple exposure options and focus shift photography (for creating focus stacked images).
Long battery life up to 2,260 shots per charge (according to CIPA testing).
Includes: AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR zoom lens (with image stabilization)
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Great Video Upgrade from the 750 but Tamron lenses....
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