Nikon D780 DSLR 24.3MP HD 1080p FX-Format Digital Camera - Body Only
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What's In The Box
- D780 DSLR Camera Body
- EN-EL15b Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
- MH-25a Battery Charger
- UC-E24 USB Cable
- AN-DC21 Strap
- BF-1B Body Cap
- DK-5 Eyepiece Cap
- DK-31 Rubber Eyecup
- Limited Warranty
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Television Returns
Buyer's Remorse for TVs in Brand New condition:
If you are not 100% satisfied with your TV purchase, you may return it within 30 days from delivery for a full refund, less return shipping fees. Please note that a 15% restocking fee may apply. All returned TVs must be in their original box and include all packing material, manuals, and accessories.
Damages:
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For Common Deliveries (FedEx, UPS):
Please inspect the TV and report any damages (e.g. cracked screen, scratches, dents, etc.) within 2 days by contacting us at 1.800.572.3224
For Special Handling/Freight deliveries:
Please open and inspect the TV prior to signing for it. If the TV is cracked or damaged, please refuse delivery and contact us immediately at 1.800.572.3224 .
Please note damage claims will be denied for the following:
- TVs with over 60 minutes of recorded usage
- TVs that have been moved from the original delivery address
All damage claims must be made within two (2) days of delivery. We will issue a refund and cover all shipping costs.
Manufacturer Defects:
Your TV is fully covered under your in-home one year Manufacturer's Warranty service. If any further assistance is needed, please contact us. *Open-Box units are covered under our in-house 90 day warranty.
Drones Returns
All defects can be handled under the manufacturer's warranty. For DJI brand drones, call DJI at 818-235-0789 and obtain a case number for the defect prior to requesting an RMA. Please note only Dead on Arrival units out of the box will be returnable to us (with a valid case number). DJI will NOT authorize any returns to us if there are any signs of use like dirt, grass stains, nicks or any signs of use. For these situations, the Return Authorization would need to be handled directly between the customer & DJI
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- Opened or Downloadable Software
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- Opened packages of Apparel, Bedding or Linens
- Used Cookwear and BBQ Grills
- Personal Body Massagers/Shavers
- Special order items
- Refunds
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Defective Items
An item that was discovered to be defective upon receipt can be replaced or returned for a full refund.
Damage or Missing Items
Claims for items damaged in transit or missing items must be received within two business days of receipt of the shipment.
Replacement
We will send a product replacement after the authorized return has completed our receiving/inspection process. The replacement will ship within four business days following the receipt of your return. Please allow for additional processing time after holidays.
Although it is our goal to ship a replacement as quickly as possible, a replacement cannot be shipped before we receive and inspect the return. To receive a replacement more quickly, you may place a new order for the same item (shipping not included) and we will issue a refund for the full value of the returned product (including shipping) upon completion of our return process.
Product Description
Versatility meets Agility.
For those who express themselves without labels, the D780 is capable of bringing every spectacular vision to life and inspiring completely new ways to create. Versatility through the splendor of full frame photography and 4K video, slow motion, time-lapse, remoteless long exposures and a host of impactful creative shooting tools to keep inspiration flowing. Agility through major technological enhancements like a 180K-pixel Advanced Scene Recognition System, superb phase-detect autofocusing in photo and video and easy wireless image transfer to keep up with every creative demand. The D780 is a creator's dream come true. And as the successor to the expectation-shattering D750, it's a serious upgrade in terms of speed, image processing, video capability, AF performance and so much more.
FX Format
24.5 Megapixels
7 FPS Continuous Shooting
100-51,200 ISO Expandable to 204,800
4K UHD 3840 x 2160 at 30/25/24p
Impeccable image quality with dazzling detail.
The D780 boasts a 24.5MP backside illuminated FX full frame sensor, capable of remarkable light gathering for highly detailed photos and videos with ultra shallow depth of field and sharp, clean low light shots. Welcome to the brilliance of full frame.
AF breakthroughs for stills and video.
Optical viewfinder lovers will see the power of Nikon's proven 51-point AF system in perfect clarity. A newly-equipped autofocus algorithm borrowed from the flagship D5 and 15 cross-type sensors take the D780's focusing prowess to the next level with ultra quick, accurate and sharp Auto Area autofocusing. In Live View, photos and videos benefit from an incredibly intelligent and robust 273-point phase-detection AF system that detects and tracks subjects brilliantly throughout the entire frame.
A huge leap in cinematic technology for DSLR lovers.
Bring every spectacular vision to life with the versatility and agility of the full frame Nikon D780. Designed around a brilliant, high resolution 24.5 MP backside illuminated FX sensor, an incredibly intelligent and robust AF system and next generation EXPEED 6 image processing, both full frame stills and 4K video benefit from the same impressive detail, clarity and stellar low-light performance. Inspiring slow motion and time-lapse video, remoteless long exposures, exhilarating shutter speeds and wireless image transfer, all right at your fingertips and ready to meet every creative demand.
Inspiring full frame 4K.
Capture gorgeous, cinematic 4K UHD video in full frame using the total width and resolution of the D780’s backside-illuminated sensor with full-pixel readout for sharper, more detailed 4K footage.
Smooth slow motion video.
Capture every detail of movement with 120 FPS. Then play them back at 30, 25 or 24 FPS for jaw-dropping fluid slow motion in 1080p High Definition.
Source detail retention with 10-Bit N-Log or new HDR (HLG).
Both N-Log and new HDR (HLG) shooting formats preserve more detail, dynamic range and contrast in video. Use N-Log for footage intended for post-process color grading or HLG for immediate, beautifully vibrant playback on displays with HLG HDR support.
Built-in timecode.
All of your footage can be time-coded in-camera for easier synchronizing and logging, especially when working with multiple cameras.
Eye-catching AF.
With Eye-Detection Autofocus in Live View mode, the D780 tracks and locks focus on your subject’s eye using its powerful 273-point PDAF system, ensuring critically sharp portraits.
Disruption-free silent shooting at 12 FPS.
The perfect photo isn't worth ruining the perfect moment. In Live View, you can shoot in complete silence at full resolution without compromising any of the D780's staggering photo quality. And with the mirror out of the equation, high speed shooting is increased to an incredible 12 FPS.
Tilt, touch, swipe, pinch.
The tilting touchscreen LCD makes it easy to get the shot, even from high or low angles. Use Touch AF, Touch Shutter control and navigate menus, playback and more as if you were using a touch-enabled smart device.
Ready for action.
Improved 7 frames per second high speed shooting makes the most of the D780's incredible autofocus system and flagship AF performance for spot-on subject acquisition and tracking.*
*17% faster compared to D750's 6.5 frames per second.
EXPEED 6. Two steps forward. No looking back.
Powering the newest generation of Nikon DSLR and mirrorless cameras, the EXPEED 6 image processing engine is both the brains and the muscle behind the camera’s stunning photo and video quality, AF performance, low-light clarity, color reproduction and more.
Exhilarating shutter speeds to 1/8000s.
Elusive wildlife and incredible athleticism are just another opportunity for the D780 to shine. With breakneck shutter speeds up to 1/8000 second, dynamic fast action is frozen in time with incredible detail and sharpness, freeing you to get the most from your fast aperture lenses.
Time-bending long exposures. No Remote Necessary.
Beautifully fluid, long exposure photography is easy to achieve with the D780's selectable in-camera shutter speeds.* Now, captivating star trails and waterscapes can be captured without a remote timer, just like the D810A specialty model, all the way up to 15 minutes.
*In M mode, exposures longer than 30 seconds are selectable up to 900 seconds (60, 120, 180, 240, 300, 480, 600, 720, 900 seconds are available) when activated in the custom settings menu.
A Breakthrough in low light.
The D780's exceptional low light performance is nothing short of liberating. Highly sensitive with minimal noise, the D780 achieves ISOs up to 51,200 (expandable to ISO 204,800), eclipsing the coveted D850.
Highly-refined scene recognition.
The D780's genius 180K-Pixel Advanced Scene Recognition System takes the guess work out of getting the perfect shot. In an instant, the dedicated RGB sensor recognizes crucial information about the scene and makes precise automatic adjustments to ensure the accuracy of the shot's exposure, focus, white balance and more.
Style-defining creative filters.
The D780 includes 20 unique, high quality Creative Picture Controls, all of which can be previewed in real-time and applied to both photos and videos. Spend more time in the field focusing on being creative and less time post-processing.
Special effects with a safety net.
Love the special effect on that last shot but wish you had the original RAW image? Not a problem. The D780 simultaneously captures and saves the unaffected RAW image in 6 out of 10 special effects modes.
Flexible time-lapse options.
Incredible time-lapse photography can be created with the D780 using the traditional interval timer, in-camera time-lapse feature, or a new mode that creates a time-lapse image in-camera from photos captured with the interval timer, offering the best of both worlds.
Multiple ways to create multiple exposures.
With the D780, surreal, expressive multiple exposure photography can be created traditionally while shooting consecutive photos or by combining any photo previously shot with the camera using the retouch menu.
Focus stacking made easy.
For images where focus throughout the entire composition is essential—product and jewelry photography, landscapes—Focus Shift Mode automatically takes a series of images while continuously adjusting the focus position (up to 300 shots).*
*Final image compositing requires third party software.
Very well connected.
Transfer photos and videos wirelessly to your smart device via the SnapBridge app over the D780's built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Connect to your computer over Wi-Fi or through a wired or wireless LAN connection.*
*LAN connection requires use of the optional WT-7/A/B/C Wireless Transmitter.
Built tough.
The D780 is built for extreme durability using rugged magnesium alloy and carbon fiber materials to protect the sophisticated technologies inside and optimize handling.
Extensive weather sealing.
Thoroughly sealed to keep dust and moisture out, especially around all moving parts and buttons, for worry-free durability.
Storage flexibility.
Use the D780's dual UHS-II SD card slots to customize your workflow. Set them up for overflow, backup, or separating RAW and JPEG photos.
Energy saving reliability.
A major advantage of shooting with a DSLR is the battery performance. The D780 allows for up to 2,260 shots per charge, a life saver for long outings and interval timer photography.
Convenient charging and file transfer.
The D780 uses an included universal USB Type C cable for connection to computer or the EH-7P charging adapter (sold separately).
Ultimate lighting control.
Make subjects stand out, enhance natural and available light and add artistry and drama to any scene with Speedlights engineered and optimized specifically for Nikon cameras.
Lenses for every subject.
Unlock your creative vision and your camera’s full potential with over 90 currently available NIKKOR lenses and hundreds of legacy Nikon F-Mount lenses—each optimized to deliver stunning results across a variety of applications.
Negative digitizing.
Digitize the gems from your film days with the D780's full 24.5 MP using the optional ES-2 Film Digitizer Adapter on a compatible Micro-NIKKOR lens.
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TECH SPECS:
Imaging
Lens Mount - Nikon F
Camera Format - Full-Frame (1x Crop Factor)
Pixels - Actual: 24.92 Megapixel | Effective: 24.5 Megapixel
Maximum Resolution - 6048 x 4024
Aspect Ratio - 1:1, 3:2, 16:9
Sensor Type - CMOS
Sensor Size - 35.9 x 23.9 mm
Image File Format - JPEG, Raw
Bit Depth - 14-Bit
Image Stabilization - None
Exposure Control
ISO Sensitivity - Auto, 100 to 51200 (Extended: 50 to 204800)
Shutter Speed - Electronic Front Curtain Shutter: 1/8000 to 30 Seconds | 1/8000 to 900 Seconds | Bulb Mode | Time Mode
Metering Method - Center-Weighted Average, Highlight Weighted, Matrix, Spot
Exposure Modes - Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Exposure Compensation - (-)5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
Metering Range - (-)3 to 20 EV
White Balance - Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade
Continuous Shooting - Up to 12 fps at 24.5 MP | Up to 7 fps at 24.5 MP
Interval Recording - Yes
Self-Timer - 2/5/10/20-Second Delay
Mirror Lock-Up - Yes
Video
Recording Modes - MOV/H.264 | UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p | Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p/100p/119.88p
External Recording Modes - 10-Bit | UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) | Full HD (1920 x 1080)
Recording Limit - Up to 29 Minutes, 59 Seconds
Video Encoding - NTSC/PAL
Audio Recording - Built-In Microphone (Stereo) & External Microphone Input (Stereo)
Audio File Format - AAC, Linear PCM (Stereo)
Focus
Focus Type - Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode - Continuous-Servo AF (C), Full-Time Servo (F), Manual Focus (M),
Single-Servo AF (S)
Autofocus Points - Phase Detection: 51 (15 Cross-Type) & Phase Detection: 273
Autofocus Sensitivity - -3 to +19 EV
Viewfinder and Monitor
Viewfinder Type - Optical (Pentaprism)
Viewfinder Eye Point -21 mm
Viewfinder Coverage - 100%
Viewfinder Magnification - Approx. 0.7x
Diopter Adjustment - -3 to +1
Monitor Size - 3.2"
Monitor Resolution - 2,359,000 Dot
Monitor Type - Tilting Touchscreen LCD
Flash
Built-In Flash - Yes
Flash Modes - First-Curtain Sync, Off, Rear Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction
Guide Number - 39' / 11.89 m at ISO 100
Maximum Sync Speed - 1/200 Second
Flash Compensation - -3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2, 1 EV Steps)
Dedicated Flash System - iTTL
External Flash Connection - Hot Shoe
Interface
Memory Card Slot - Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
Connectivity - USB Type-C (USB 3.1), HDMI C (Mini), 3.5mm Headphone, 3.5mm Microphone
Wireless - Bluetooth & Wi-Fi
Dimensions (W x H x D) - 5.65 x 4.55 x 2.99" / 143.5 x 115.5 x 76 mm
Weight - 1.85 lb / 840 g
