Nikon's enthusiast APS-C DSLR with 16.2MP sensor, 39-point AF, and dual card slots — a beloved classic.
The Nikon D7000 was released in 2010 as the enthusiast APS-C DX DSLR, featuring a 16.2MP sensor, dual SD card slots, and 6fps burst. 1080p video at 24fps — not 30fps, a known limitation of the D7000's video implementation. The dual SD slots enable overflow, backup, or RAW/JPEG split recording. EN-EL15 battery rated approximately 1,050 shots. At approximately 780g with battery and card.
16.2MP APS-C DX CMOS sensor. 39-point AF. 6fps continuous burst. 1080p video at 24fps only (not 30fps). Dual SD card slots. No weather sealing. EN-EL15 battery (~1,050 shots). Body weight approximately 780g with battery and card. 0.94x magnification OVF.
The dual SD card slots distinguished the D7000 from entry-tier Nikon DX bodies of its era: overflow recording, backup duplication, or RAW/JPEG split across two cards are standard professional workflows unavailable on single-slot bodies. The 1080/24fps video limitation was commonly noted at launch — 24fps is the cinema standard framerate but 30fps is the standard for video not intended for film-speed playback.
On the used market the Nikon D7000 is very affordable as a vintage enthusiast Nikon DX DSLR. Condition checks: shutter count via EXIF (rated 150,000 actuations), dual SD slot contacts, EN-EL15 battery health (shared with D7100, D7200, D7500, D800/D810 series), and OVF clarity. Video limited to 1080/24fps. Compatible with all Nikon F-mount DX and FX lenses.