#!gh | Nikon Demystified

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Difference between Nikon D3###, D5### and D7### series
i. D7#00 series bodies are the highest end (Exception D500) series bodies of the APS-C DSLR Nikon lineup. Their distinct features over the other series' in the same APS-C Lineup are:

  • Presence of AF motor Drive (Required for AF compatibility with older Nikon AF series lenses, not to be confused with AF-S or AF-P)
  • More AF focusing points
  • Pentaprism (Brighter viewfinder than in D3### and D5### series)
  • Larger viewfinder (Makes projected image in finder more comfortable to see)
  • Weather Sealing (Provides weather resistance ONLY when used in conjunction with Weather Sealed lenses)
  • Dual SD slots
  • Better Build Quality
  • More buttons ; dials
  • Larger grip (better ergonomics)
  • Fixed rear LCD (Exception D7500)
  • Heavier overall weight (ex. D7100 is 750g)

ii. D5#00 series bodies are the Midrange series bodies of the APS-C DSLR Nikon lineup. Their distinct features over the other series' in the same APS-C Lineup are:

  • Fully-Articulating rear LCD
  • Lighter overall weight (ex. D5300 is 480g)
  • Missing AF motor drive, weather sealing, Single SD only, has Pentamirror (Darker viewfinder than D7### series)

iii. D3#00 series bodies are the Budget series bodies of the APS-C DSLR Nikon lineup. Their distinct features over the other series' in the same APS-C Lineup are:

  • Lighter overall weight (ex. D3300 is 430g)
  • Missing AF motor drive, weather sealing, Single SD only, has Pentamirror (Darker viewfinder than D7### series)
  • Compared to D5### series, it is missing the Fully-Articulating rear LCD, generally has much fewer AF points, generally has poorer video performance
  • 12 bit raws only (*Google to confirm)
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What is "Screw Drive" / "AF Motor"?

Q: What is "Screw Drive"?

A: "Screw Drive" lenses are Nikon's own proprietary Autofocus mechanism developed for the Nikon F mount, originally to ensure cross compatibility between all F mount SLR camera's while bringing Autofocus to the Nikon F mount.

Q: What camera's can take "Screw Drive" lenses?

A: Most of Nikon's modern DSLR's all come with the Screw Drive Motor built into the mount, with the exception of Nikon D3### series and D5### series. Those series camera's can still take Screw Drive AF;AF-D lenses, however the Autofocus cannot be engaged.

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Visual Nikon Compatibility Chart (Simplified)

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Quick Rundown of all (recent) Nikon Digital Bodies (APS-C and FF)

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