Nikon D750 vs Nikon Z5

This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D750 and Nikon Z5. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Nikon.

Nikon D750 were released 2014 and Nikon Z5 was released 2020. That is a 6 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Nikon D750 2014
Nikon Z5 2020

Type of camera

Nikon D750 is a DSLR camera while Nikon Z5 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Nikon FX") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Since both cameras have a Full frame sensor there will be no crop factor.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Nikon D750 50 mm
Full-frame sensor
No crop factor/focal length multiplier
Nikon Z5 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

Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Nikon D750 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z5 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Nikon D750 24 MP
24160256 pixels
6016 x 4016
Nikon Z5 24 MP
24160256 pixels
6016 x 4016

ISO range

Nikon Z5 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D750. Nikon Z5 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Nikon D750 has 100 to 12800.

Camera ISO Range
Nikon D750 100-12800
Nikon Z5 100-51200

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 D750
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z5

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D750 can shoot up to 6,5 pictures per seconds and Nikon Z5 can shoot up to 4,5 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Nikon D750 6,5
Nikon Z5 4,5

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Nikon D750 and Nikon Z5 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 11% heavier than Nikon Z5 and its 675 gr (or 1.49 lb).

Camera Weight
Nikon D750 750 gr
1.65 lb
Nikon Z5 675 gr
1.49 lb

Nikon D750 vs Nikon Z5 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D750 and Nikon Z5, 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 D750
Nikon Z5
Name Nikon D750 Nikon Z5
Manufacturer Nikon Nikon
Release Date and Price
Nikon D750
Nikon Z5
Release Year 2014 2020
Release Date 2014-09-12 2020-07-21
MSRP 2299 USD 1399 USD
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Camera Type
Nikon D750
Nikon Z5
Camera Type DSLR Mirrorless
Sensor
Nikon D750
Nikon Z5
Sensor Size Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm)
Also known as "FX"
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm)
Also known as "FX"
Sensor Type CMOS CMOS
Resolution 6016 x 4016 pixels 6016 x 4016 pixels
Megapixels 24 MP 24 MP
Image Processor EXPEED 4 EXPEED 6
Image
Nikon D750
Nikon Z5
ISO Range 100 - 12800 100 - 51200
White Balance Presets 12 12
Custom White Balance Yes Yes
Image Stabilization No Yes
(Sensor Shift (5 axis))
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating 0 stops 0 stops
Uncompressed format RAW RAW
Optics & Focus
Nikon D750
Nikon Z5
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points 51 273
Lens Mount Nikon F

See Compatible Lenses
Nikon Z

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
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 D750
Nikon Z5
Articulated LCD Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3,2” 3.2”
Screen dots 1229000 1040000
Touch screen No Yes
Screen type TFT-LCD TFT LCD
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type Optical (pentaprism) Electronic
Viewfinder Coverage 100% 200%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.7× 0.8x
Viewfinder Resolution N/A 3689400
Photography features
Nikon D750
Nikon Z5
Frames per second 6,5 fps 4,5 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Built-in Flash Yes No
Built-in Flash Range 12 meters N/A
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse No Yes
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Highlight 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 D750
Nikon Z5
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format MPEG4
H.264
MPEG4
H.264
Video resolution 1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
3840 x 2160
Built-in Microphone Yes Yes
Built-in Speakers Yes Yes
Storage
Nikon D750
Nikon Z5
Memory Card SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Nikon D750
Nikon Z5
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port Yes Yes
Headphone Port Yes Yes
Wireless Yes
Built-in
Yes
Built-in (802.11ac (dual band) + Bluetooth)
Remote Control Yes (Wired or wireless) Yes (via smartphone)
GPS Yes
Optional through GP-1/GP-1A
No
Body & Dimensions
Nikon D750
Nikon Z5
Enviromentally sealed Yes Yes
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details EN-EL15 lithium-ion battery & charger
EN-EL15c lithium-ion battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 1230 shots 470 shots
Width 141 mm 134 mm
Height 113 mm 101 mm
Depth 78 mm 70 mm
Weight 750 gram 675 gram