Nikon D700 vs Canon EOS Ra
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D700 and Canon EOS Ra. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D700 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS Ra is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon D700 were released 2008 and Canon EOS Ra was released 2018. That is a 10 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D700 | 2008 |
Canon EOS Ra | 2018 |
Type of camera
Nikon D700 is a DSLR camera while Canon EOS Ra is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
Even though the camera sensors might be called differently they are both considered Full frame which means that the focal length of the lenses is not affected. There is no crop factor on any of these cameras and sensors.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Nikon D700 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Canon EOS Ra | 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)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Nikon D700 has a 12,1 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Ra has 30 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 Ra |
30 MP
30105600 pixels 6720 x 4480 |
Canon EOS Ra has a 150 % 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 Ra has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D700. Canon EOS Ra has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 40000 while Nikon D700 has 200 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D700 | 200-25600 |
Canon EOS Ra | 100-40000 |
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.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS Ra belongs to the Canon EOS R-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS R
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D700
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Ra
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 Ra can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D700 | 8 |
Canon EOS Ra | 8 |
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 Ra. 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 63% heavier than Canon EOS Ra and its 660 gr (or 1.46 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D700 | 1074 gr 2.37 lb |
Canon EOS Ra | 660 gr 1.46 lb |
Nikon D700 vs Canon EOS Ra Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D700 and Canon EOS Ra, 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 Ra |
Name | Nikon D700 | Canon EOS Ra |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D700 |
Canon EOS Ra |
Release Year | 2008 | 2018 |
Release Date | 2008-07-01 | 2018-11-05 |
MSRP | 2999 USD | 2499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D700 |
Canon EOS Ra |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Nikon D700 |
Canon EOS Ra |
Sensor Size |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 4256 x 2832 pixels | 6720 x 4480 pixels |
Megapixels | 12,1 MP | 30 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED | DIGIC 8 |
Image |
Nikon D700 |
Canon EOS Ra |
ISO Range | 200 - 25600 | 100 - 40000 |
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 Ra |
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 | 5655 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Canon RF 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 |
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 D700 |
Canon EOS Ra |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 922000 | 2100000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.72× | 0.76× |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 3690000 |
Photography features |
Nikon D700 |
Canon EOS Ra |
Frames per second | 8 fps | 8 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D700 |
Canon EOS Ra |
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 Ra |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon D700 |
Canon EOS Ra |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless | No |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.1 LE) |
Remote Control | Optional | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS |
Yes Optional through GP-1 |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D700 |
Canon EOS Ra |
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 | 370 shots |
Width | 147 mm | 136 mm |
Height | 123 mm | 98 mm |
Depth | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Weight | 1074 gram | 660 gram |