Nikon D7000 vs Nikon D90 - Difference and Comparison
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The Nikon D7000 was designed to fall into a new class of "prosumer" DSLR cameras that have more advanced features than mid-range cameras like the D90. The D7000 has a higher resolution and several professional-level that the D90 does not have, such as dual SD card slots, weather and moisture sealing, 39 rather than 11 focus points, a 2016 segment color exposure meter, and magnesium alloy body construction. The D7000 is also more expensive than the Nikon D90 — it retails for $896 (body-only) while the D90 is significantly more affordable at $406 on Amazon.
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 | Nikon D7000 | Nikon D90 |
|---|---|---|
| (25 ratings) | (51 ratings) | |
 |  | |
| Resolution | 16.2 Megapixel | 12.3 Megapixel |
| Video recording | Yes, 1080p HD recording | Yes |
| Video out | Yes | Yes |
| USB port | USB 2.0 Hi-Speed | USB 2.0 Hi-Speed |
| Digital zoom | No | Yes |
| Maximum resolution | 4928x3264 pixels | 4288x2848 pixels |
| Minimum resolution | 2464x1632 pixels | 2144x1424 pixels |
| File formats | JPEG, NEF, MOV | JPEG, RAW, RAW - JPEG |
| Built-in flash | Yes | Yes |
| Firewire port | No | No |
| Sensor type | CMOS | DX-format CMOS sensor |
| Sensor size | 23.6x15.6mm | 23.6x15.8mm |
| Storage | SDHC, SDXC, Secure Digital | Secure digital, SDHC compatible |
| Size | 5.2 x 4.1 x 3.0 in | 5.2 x 4.1 x 3.0 in |
| LCD size | 3-inch | 3-inch 920,000 pixel |
| Dimensions | 132x105x77 mm | 132x103x77 mm |
| Weight | 1.7 lb | 1.5 lb |
| Bluetooth | No | Optional addition |
| Self-timer | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | Li-Ion | Nikon EN-EL3e Lithium-Ion battery |
| ISO ratings (light sensitivity) | auto, 100 - 6400 | auto, 200 - 3200 |
| White balance | Auto, Cloudy, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade, Sunny, User Set Color Temperature | Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Manual, Shade, Sunny, Tungsten |
| Continuous shooting | 6 fps | 4.5 fps |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 sec | 1/4000 sec |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 sec | 30 sec |
| Battery life | 1050 shots | Approx. 850 shots |
| Manual focus | Yes | Yes |
| Auto focus | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic viewfinder | No | No |
| Optical viewfinder | Yes | Yes |
| Voice recording | Yes | Yes |
| Frames per second (fps) | 30 | 25 |
| Minimum video resolution | 640x424 pixels | 320x216 pixels |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 pixels | 1280x720 pixels |
| Exposure compensation | -5EV - +5EV with 1/3 or 1/2 step | -5EV - +5EV with 1/2 or 1/3EV steps |
| LCD monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Metering modes | 3D Matrix metering II, Center weighted, Spot | 3D Matrix metering II, Center weighted, Spot |
| Video sound | Yes | Mono sound |
| External flash | Yes | Yes |
| Shutter priority | Yes | Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes | Yes |
| External flash type | Hot-shoe | Hot-shoe |
| Flash modes | anti red-eye, auto, fill in, off, rear curtin, slow flash | anti red-eye, auto, fill in, front curtin, off, rear curtin, slow flash |
| Touch screen | No | No |
| Startup delay (seconds) | 400 ms | 0.15 sec |
| Shutter lag (seconds) | 238 ms | 0.065 sec |
Nikon D7000 lens - the third eyeFeatures
The Nikon D7000 has a 16.2 megapixel CMOS sensor, and several features including automatic correction of lateral chromatic aberration, enhanced built-in RAW processing, live view shooting mode, inbuilt time-lapse photography, dual SD memory card slots, and a built-in sensor cleaning system.
The Nikon D90 has a 12.3 megapixel resolution, extended light sensitivity capabilities, live view and automatic correction of chromatic abberation. It is also the first DSLR to offer video recording. It has a built in autofocus motor. The D90 has better speed - less shutter lag (208ms vs 238ms) and shorter startup delay (300ms vs. 400ms for D7000) and is lighter and cheaper than the D7000.
Performance
The D7000 has fast startup and shutdown times, with about 0.4 seconds from turning on to taking a shot, and a shutdown time of 0.3 seconds. Its buffer clearing time is 7 seconds after 19 JPEGs, and 9 seconds after 10 RAW frames. It switches between play to record in 0.3-0.6 seconds, and displays recorded image in 0.5 seconds.
The D90 also has fast startup and shutdown times, with about 0.3 seconds from turn on to capturing a picture, and 0.4 seconds to turn off. The buffer clearing time is 4 seconds after 20 large JPEGs or 1 second after 20 small JPEGs. It switches between play to record and to displaying images in 0.3-0.6 seconds, and the shutter response is under 0.2 seconds.
Size
The D7000 is 5.3 x 4.1 x 3.0 inches and weighs 780g (1.7 lb) with battery. The D90 is also 5.3 x 4.1 x 3.0 inches and weighs 703g (1.6 lb) with battery.
Sensor and Image Quality
The D7000 has a 16.2 megapixel sensor with ISO ranging from 100 to 6400.
The Nikon D90 features a 12.3 megapixel sensor with ISO ranging from 100 to 6400.
Screen
The D7000 has a 3-inch LCD screen with 910,000 pixels.
The D90 also has a 3-inch LCD screen with 920,000 pixel display and a 170-degree viewing angle.
Video
The D7000 records 1080p HD video. It can autofocus during video recording, and has a mic-jack for an external microphone. It also has limited movie editing abilities.
The D90 was the first DSLR to record video. It records 720p high-definition video with monosound. However, it cannot autofocus. Videos are limits to 2 GB file size and between 5 to 20 minutes for each continuous clip.
Prices
Here are the prices on Amazon.com:
*All Amazon info is as of March 2013. Current prices and best seller rankings may be slightly different.
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