Nikon D7000

A powerful, durable DX-format DSLR workhorse.

Nikon D7000
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model 25468

Key Features

SENSOR 16.2 megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor
PROCESSOR EXPEED 2 image processing engine
AUTOFOCUS 39-point AF system with 9 cross-type sensors
PHASE DETECTION Dedicated TTL phase-detection AF module
VIDEO 1080p Full HD at 24fps, H.264/MPEG-4
STABILIZATION Lens-based VR support only
BURST RATE 6 frames per second continuous shooting
VIEWFINDER Optical pentaprism with 100% frame coverage
DISPLAY 3.0-inch 921k-dot fixed TFT LCD
CONNECTIVITY USB 2.0, HDMI Type C, external mic jack
MEMORY CARD Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card slots
WEATHER SEALING Magnesium alloy top and rear covers, dust/moisture resistant
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 1050 shots per charge (EN-EL15)

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Nikon D7000

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Via sub-command dial
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited Via main command dial
AF-ON Button ✗ Not Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✗ Not Present Live view lever used
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present Dial under mode dial

How-to Use Nikon D7000

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Nikon D7000 Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

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Technical Specification

Sensor APS-C CMOS
Resolution 16.2 MP
ISO Range 100-6400 (expandable to 25600)
Autofocus 39-point AF
Shutter Speed 1/8000 to 30 sec
Burst Rate 6 fps
Video 1920x1080 24p
Stabilization None (Lens dependent)
Viewfinder Optical Pentaprism
LCD 3.0-inch Fixed
Memory Card Dual SD
Connectivity USB 2.0, HDMI
Battery Life 1050 shots
Weight 690g
Dimensions 132 x 105 x 77 mm