Nikon D700 vs Canon EOS 90D
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D700 and Canon EOS 90D. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D700 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS 90D is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon D700 were released 2008 and Canon EOS 90D was released 2019. That is a 11 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D700 | 2008 |
Canon EOS 90D | 2019 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D700 has a "Nikon FX"-sensor while Canon EOS 90D has a "Canon APS-C"-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 D700 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Canon EOS 90D | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** 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)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Nikon D700 has a 12,1 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 90D has 33 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D700 |
12,1 MP
12052992 pixels 4256 x 2832 |
Canon EOS 90D |
33 MP
32294400 pixels 6960 x 4640 |
Canon EOS 90D has a 168 % larger resolution than Nikon D700. 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
Canon EOS 90D has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D700. Canon EOS 90D has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Nikon D700 has 200 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D700 | 200-25600 |
Canon EOS 90D | 100-25600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D700
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 90D
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D700 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 90D can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D700 | 8 |
Canon EOS 90D | 11 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
It is only one of these two cameras that support recording movies and movie clips and that is Canon EOS 90D. Sadly, the Nikon D700 does not support this.
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 D700 weighs 1074 gr (equal to 2.37 lb) which is 53% heavier than Canon EOS 90D and its 701 gr (or 1.55 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D700 | 1074 gr 2.37 lb |
Canon EOS 90D | 701 gr 1.55 lb |
Nikon D700 vs Canon EOS 90D Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D700 and Canon EOS 90D, 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 D700 |
Canon EOS 90D |
Name | Nikon D700 | Canon EOS 90D |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D700 |
Canon EOS 90D |
Release Year | 2008 | 2019 |
Release Date | 2008-07-01 | 2019-08-28 |
MSRP | 2999 USD | 1199 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D700 |
Canon EOS 90D |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon D700 |
Canon EOS 90D |
Sensor Size |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 4256 x 2832 pixels | 6960 x 4640 pixels |
Megapixels | 12,1 MP | 33 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED | DIGIC 8 |
Image |
Nikon D700 |
Canon EOS 90D |
ISO Range | 200 - 25600 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 12 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon D700 |
Canon EOS 90D |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 51 | 45 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
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 |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Nikon D700 |
Canon EOS 90D |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 922000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.72× | 0.95× (0.59× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 0 |
Photography features |
Nikon D700 |
Canon EOS 90D |
Frames per second | 8 fps | 11 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D700 |
Canon EOS 90D |
Video recording | No | Yes |
Video format | N/A |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution | N/A |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | No | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Nikon D700 |
Canon EOS 90D |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon D700 |
Canon EOS 90D |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless | No |
Yes Built-In 802.11b/g/n with Bluetooth |
Remote Control | Optional | Yes (Wired , wireless or smartphone) |
GPS |
Yes Optional through GP-1 |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D700 |
Canon EOS 90D |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion EN-EL3e rechargeable battery & charger
|
LP-E6N lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 1000 shots | 1300 shots |
Width | 147 mm | 141 mm |
Height | 123 mm | 105 mm |
Depth | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Weight | 1074 gram | 701 gram |