Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D750
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D5600 and Nikon D750. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Nikon.
Nikon D5600 were released 2016 and Nikon D750 was released 2014. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D5600 | 2016 |
Nikon D750 | 2014 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D5600 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor while Nikon D750 has a "Nikon FX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Nikon D5600 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Nikon D750 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Nikon D5600 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D750 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D5600 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Nikon D750 |
24 MP
24160256 pixels 6016 x 4016 |
Nikon D750 has a 1 % larger resolution than Nikon D5600. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Nikon D5600 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D750. Nikon D5600 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Nikon D750 has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D5600 | 100-25600 |
Nikon D750 | 100-12800 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Nikon D750 has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D5600 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D5600 there is a need for having an autofocus motor inside the lens. We really encourage you to look closely at our lens compatibility charts at the links below.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D5600
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D750
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D5600 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Nikon D750 can shoot up to 6,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D5600 | 5 |
Nikon D750 | 6,5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Nikon D5600 and Nikon D750 can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Nikon D750 weighs 750 gr (equal to 1.65 lb) which is 61% heavier than Nikon D5600 and its 465 gr (or 1.03 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D5600 | 465 gr 1.03 lb |
Nikon D750 | 750 gr 1.65 lb |
Nikon D5600 vs Nikon D750 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D5600 and Nikon D750, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Nikon D5600 |
Nikon D750 |
Name | Nikon D5600 | Nikon D750 |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D5600 |
Nikon D750 |
Release Year | 2016 | 2014 |
Release Date | 2016-11-10 | 2014-09-12 |
MSRP | 700 USD | 2299 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D5600 |
Nikon D750 |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon D5600 |
Nikon D750 |
Sensor Size |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 6016 x 4016 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED 4 | EXPEED 4 |
Image |
Nikon D5600 |
Nikon D750 |
ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 12 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon D5600 |
Nikon D750 |
Autofocus Motor | No | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 39 | 51 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Nikon D5600 |
Nikon D750 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3,2” | 3,2” |
Screen dots | 1037000 | 1229000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD monitor | TFT-LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.82× (0.55× 35mm equiv.) | 0.7× |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | N/A |
Photography features |
Nikon D5600 |
Nikon D750 |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 6,5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D5600 |
Nikon D750 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Nikon D5600 |
Nikon D750 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon D5600 |
Nikon D750 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in 802.11b/g/n with Bluetooth 4.1 LE and NFC |
Yes Built-in |
Remote Control |
Yes (MC-DC2 (wired), WR-1/WR-R10 (wireless))
|
Yes (Wired or wireless) |
GPS |
Yes Optional through GP-1/GP-1A |
Yes Optional through GP-1/GP-1A |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D5600 |
Nikon D750 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
EN-EL14a lithium-ion battery & charger
|
EN-EL15 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 970 shots | 1230 shots |
Width | 124 mm | 141 mm |
Height | 97 mm | 113 mm |
Depth | 70 mm | 78 mm |
Weight | 465 gram | 750 gram |