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Nikon D800

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User ratings:
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4.2 out of 5
48 user ratings
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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Editorial reviews:
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4.5 out of 5
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Pros

  • Photos have excellent exposure
  • colour and detail with accurate focus
  • Build quality is very good

Cons

  • slightly pared down from its original design following an
  • noise starts eating away at detail in the image
  • no comparison in terms of IQ

Key specs

  • CMOS
  • Full frame
  • 35.9x24 mm
  • 36 Mpx
  • 7360, 4912 px
  • Nikon F
  • Continuous Auto Focus, Face detection, Single Auto Focus
  • 3.2 in
  • no

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Nikon D800 - Pros & Cons

Nikon D800

Pros

  • Photos have excellent exposure
  • colour and detail with accurate focus
  • Build quality is very good
  • solid and well-built
  • clearly laid out and the screen is extremely clear with excellent viewing angles
  • interference is relatively straightforward to remove in photo-editing software packages
  • she has won awards and has been exhibited
  • excellent colour reproduction
  • wide dynamic range and low light performance
  • D800 is definitely more compact and a little bit lighter
  • dynamic range and detailed captured is astonishing

Cons

  • slightly pared down from its original design following an
  • noise starts eating away at detail in the image
  • no comparison in terms of IQ
  • Nikon has sacrificed low light performance for resolution
  • soap bars tend to follow the shape of your hands over time
  • LCD screen is slightly larger than the D700's
  • It was not easy to switch from Nikon to Canon
  • doesn't have a flash built-in
  • the pixel race is not over
  • Nikon D800 does not feature an Ethernet port
  • image quality than pure resolution

Nikon D800 - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
3.2 in
Best:
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710
Screen size: 6.7 in
IconISO maximum
25600
Best:
Pentax KP
ISO maximum: 819200
IconEffective pixels
36 Mpx
Best:
Hasselblad H6D-100c
Effective pixels: 100 Mpx
IconMax resolution
7360 x 4912 px
Best:
Leica M11
Max resolution: 9528 x 6328 px

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Nikon D800 - Full Specifications

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Sensor
Sensor typeCMOS
Image sensor formatFull frame
Sensor size1.41 in
Sensor photo detectors37.0 Mpx
Effective pixels36.0 Mpx
Image ratio w:h
  • 5:4
  • 3:2
Max resolution7360 x 4912 px
Other resolutions
  • 6144x4912
  • 6144x4080
  • 5520x3680
  • 4800x3200
  • 4608x3680
  • 4608x3056
  • 3680x2456
  • 3600x2400
  • 3072x2456
  • 3072x2040
  • 2400x1600
ProcessorExpeed 3
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Optics and focus
Lens mountNikon F
Magnification (Crop factor)1.0 x
AF assist (auto-focus assist light)Lamp
Focus adjustmentAuto
Contrast autofocusyes
Brightness adjustmentyes
Focal length multiplier1x
Autofocus
  • Continuous Auto Focus
  • Face detection
  • Single Auto Focus
Auto Focus (AF) lockyes
Manual focusyes
Auto Focus (AF) points selectionAuto
Auto Focus (AF) assist beamyes
Number of focus points51
Max number of AF points (incl. assistant)51
Image stabiliserLens based only
Phase detection autofocusyes
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Photography features
Shooting modes
  • Auto
  • Manual
  • Movie
  • Scene
Camera shutter typeElectronic
Minimum shutter speed30.0 s
Maximum shutter speed1.0 s
Shutter priorityyes
Aperture priorityyes
Manual exposure modeyes
Number of exposures2
Exposure compensation plus5
Exposure compensation minus-5
Expousure compensation steps
  • 1/3
  • 1/2
  • 1
Auto exposure lockyes
AE EV steps
  • 1/3
  • 1/2
  • 2/3
  • 1
Continuous shootingyes
Self-timer delay
  • 2
  • 5
  • 10
  • 20
Histogramyes
AE frames
  • 2
  • 3
  • 5
  • 7
WB Bracketing
Yes
Subject / scene modesno
Flash sync speed1/250s
Built-in flashyes
Flash range12
Flash modes
  • Auto
  • Redeye Reduction
  • Slow Sync
External flash connection
  • Hot shoe
  • PC terminal
Flash metering systemi-TTL
External flashyes
Continuous drive4.0 fps
Scene modes
  • Portrait
  • Landscape
Self-timeryes
Metering modes
  • Multi
  • Center-weighted
  • Average
  • Spot
3D supportyes
Manual settingsyes
Self-timer optionscustom
Speed (JPEG)4.0 fps
Speed (RAW)4.0 fps
Exposure bracketing0.3 - 1.0±EV
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Audio features
Built-in microphoneyes
Microphone typeMono
Speaker typeMono
Audio systemMono
Supported audio file formatsLPCM
Noise reductionyes
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Dimensions
Weight31.75 oz
Width5.7 in
Height4.8 in
Depth3.2 in
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Power
Power source typeBattery
Battery life (CIPA)900
Battery technology
Lithium-Ion
Battery level indicatoryes
Number of batteries supported1
AC adapter includedyes
On/off switchyes
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Other features
Timelapse recordingyes
GPSyes
Orientation sensoryes
Calendaryes
Energy Star certifiedno
Languages support
  • ARA
  • CHI
  • CHI
  • CZE
  • DAN
  • DEU
  • DUT
  • ENG
  • ESP
  • FIN
  • FRE
  • ITA
  • JPN
  • KOR
  • NOR
  • POL
  • POR
  • RUM
  • RUS
  • SWE
  • THA
  • TUR
  • UKR
Tripod mounting supportedyes
On Screen Display (OSD) languages
  • ARA
  • CHI
  • CHI
  • CZE
  • DAN
  • DEU
  • DUT
  • ENG
  • ESP
  • FIN
  • FRE
  • ITA
  • JPN
  • KOR
  • NOR
  • POL
  • POR
  • RUM
  • RUS
  • SWE
  • THA
  • TUR
  • UKR
Image editing modes
  • Resizing
  • Rotating
  • Trimming
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Image
ISO
  • 100
  • 200
  • 400
  • 800
  • 1600
  • 3200
  • 6400
  • 12800
  • 25600
  • Auto
ISO minimum50
ISO maximum25600
Boosted ISO minimum50
Boosted ISO maximum25600
Maximum image resolution7360 x 4912 px
White balance presets12
White balance modes
  • Auto
  • Cloudy
  • Custom modes
  • Flash
  • Fluorescent
  • Incandescent
  • Shade
Custom white balanceyes
Supported image file formats
  • JPEG XR
  • RAW
Photo effects
  • Black&White
  • Neutral
  • Vivid
Image stabilizerno
Image stabilization typeNo
Supported aspect ratios5:4
Uncompressed formatRAW
HDRyes
AEB/HDR supportyes
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Screen and viewfinder
Screen size3.2 in
Articulated LCDno
Screen technologyLCD
Screen dots921000
Touch screenno
Field of view100.0 %
Live viewyes
ViewfinderOptical
Viewfinder coverage100.0 %
Viewfinder magnification0.7 x
Diopter adjustment (D-D)3 - 1
Eye relief0.67 in
Separate info displayyes
Second displayno
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Videography features
Maximum resolution1920 x 1080 px
Video recordingyes
Recording resolutions
  • 1280 x 720
  • 1920 x 1080
HD typeFull HD
Supported video file formats
  • H.264
  • MOV
  • MPEG-4
Analog signal format systemNTSC
Camera playback
  • Highlights
  • Movie
  • Single image
  • Slide show
Max resolution (highest frame rate)1280 x 720
Max frame rate (highest resolution)30.0 fps
Max frame rate (regardless of res.)60.0 fps
Motion JPEG frame rate60.0 fps
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Design
Body typeSLR
Body materialAluminum-magnesium
Colour of productBlack
Anti-dust systemyes
Environmentally sealedyes
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Storage
Compatible memory cards
  • CF
  • SD
  • SDHC
  • SDXC
Dual memory card slotsyes
Memory slots1
Storage types
  • Compact Flash Type I
  • SD
  • SDHC
  • SDXC
Camera file system
  • DCF 2.0
  • DPOF 1.1
  • Exif 2.3
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Connectivity
mini type Cyes
HDMI ports quantity1
HDMI connector typeMini
USB version3.1
Microphone portyes
Remote controlyes
PictBridgeyes
NFCno
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
Bluetoothno
Firewireno

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Nikon D800 Nikon - Editorial Reviews (18)

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Nikon D800 Nikon D800 Review: A Major HD Upgrade, But Is It the Best DSLR For the Money?
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Gizmodo
Published: 02.04.2012
Nikon D800 Review: A Major HD Upgrade, But Is It the Best DSLR For the Money?

The Nikon D700 was the last great pre-video DSLR. It was an excellent and very boring camera. Nikon's newest, a $3,000 body called the D800, introduces two major features: HD video and a 36-megapixel sensor.

Nikon D800 Nikon D800 Review
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DPReview
Published: 11.06.2012
Nikon D800 Review
4.1

June 2012: This review has been significantly expanded to include detailed analysis of the performance of the D800 alongside its closely-related stablemate the D800E. We have also added samples and analysis of the D800/E's uncompressed video feature. Except where specifically noted, any comments in the body of this review which reference the 'Nikon D800' actually refer to both models.

Nikon D800 Nikon D800
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CNET
Published: 03.10.2012
Nikon D800

An excellent addition to the Nikon SLR line, the D800 does not disappoint on any front.

Nikon D800 Nikon D800 review roundup: significant upgrades to an already top-notch DSLR
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Engadget
Published: 09.05.2012
Nikon D800 review roundup: significant upgrades to an already top-notch DSLR

Three years is quite a long time for any one gadget to complete its product cycle -- even a high-end DSLR.

Nikon D800 Nikon D800 Review | DSLR Camera | Digital Trends
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Digital Trends
Published: 16.07.2012
Nikon D800 Review | DSLR Camera | Digital Trends

Nikon’s D800 is a behemoth in size, resolution and price, but professionals and serious enthusiasts will find it delivers photos on par with its larger-than-life personality.

Nikon D800 Nikon D800 review
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T3
Published: 06.08.2012
Nikon D800 review
4.0

The Nikon D800 is the highest resolution digital SLR in the 35mm camera format

Nikon D800 Nikon D800 - A 36MP Revolution
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hardwarezone.com.sg
Published: 21.04.2012
Nikon D800 - A 36MP Revolution
4.8

Once in a long while, something comes along which changes the conversation entirely. Nikon's D800 camera comes with an unbelievably high resolution 36MP sensor - the highest yet in any DSLR. Find out what 36 megapixels really get you in this revolutionary new camera.

Nikon D800 Nikon D800 Review | Photography Blog
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photographyblog.com
Published: 22.05.2012
Nikon D800 Review | Photography Blog
5.0

The Nikon D800 is one of the hottest DSLR cameras for 2012. Featuring a remarkable 36 megapixel full-frame sensor, the D800 also offers 1080p HD video, a 3.2-inch LCD screen and a viewfinder with 100% coverage. Read our in-depth Nikon D800 review to find out if it's worth the £2499.00 / $2,999.95 cost of admission.

Nikon D800 Nikon D800 review
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TechRadar
Published: 11.06.2012
Nikon D800 review
4.5

Are 36-million pixels too many?

Nikon D800 Nikon D800 Digital Photo & Video SLR Camera Review
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Kickstartnews.com
Nikon D800 Digital Photo & Video SLR Camera Review

Review of Nikon D800 Digital Photo & Video SLR Camera

Nikon D800 Nikon D800 / D800E Review - Photography Life
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Photography Life
Nikon D800 / D800E Review - Photography Life
Nikon D800 Nikon D800 Review | Camera Decision
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Camera Decision
Published: 11.06.2012
Nikon D800 Review | Camera Decision
3.8

Nikon D800 is a 36.0MP Advanced DSLR camera with a Full frame sized CMOS sensor and Nikon F mount. Read our D800 review to find its pros and cons.

Nikon D800 Nikon D800 - Hands-On Review
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Nikon D800 - Hands-On Review

A hands-on, in-depth review of the Nikon D800 by Digital Darrell, including sample images.

Nikon D800 Nikon D800 & D800E Camera Review | DSLRBodies | Thom Hogan
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Nikon D800 & D800E Camera Review | DSLRBodies | Thom Hogan

Review of the Nikon D800 and D800E cameras

Nikon D800 Nikon D800 Review
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Imaging Resource
Published: 06.02.2012
Nikon D800 Review
5.0

The Nikon D800 delivers amazing resolution, outstanding dynamic range and great high ISO performance. What more could you ask?

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