Nikon D800 via B&H
Here’s some highlighted specs:
_36.3 megapixel, full-frame sensor (FX)
_up to 5fps still image shooting
_1080pHD video 24 or 30fps
_ISO Range 100-6400 (extendable from 25,600)
_Live View + External Monitor viewing for professional video applications
_Built in external microphone with audio monitoring capabilities via external headphones
_Twin card slots – one Compact Flash and one SD
_weight = 2 pounds 3 oz
The curve balls for me? The megapixels. There’s a lot of em. Also, this is geared a lot more toward video than I would have anticipated. But beyond that… Please note I HAVE NOT touched one of these cameras, and like the D4, NO I didn’t shoot the campaign. I haven’t yet spent time with the camera to tell you any gory details, although I’m assuming I’ll be able to chat more soon.
Aesthetics? Click thru a range of images of the camera via the above tabs.
So.. I (we) knew this was coming, but rather than me spouting off about having played with the system (I can’t – although some of you journalist types have I’m sure), or telling you what your feelings about this system should be (I won’t), I’m turning the tables on you.
What’s your take? Love, hate, indifferent? Insights?
[Reminder that Nikon plays close attention to this blog, so your comments on this post – glowing or otherwise – might help inform Nikon about what your thinking.]Link to all the Nikon D800 details and/or purchase here via B&H.
I think it was a smart move; D4 is pro for all conditions, but lacking Res. D800 is an awesome studio cam (like the 5D mkii is, but better), now available to amateurs and semi-pro’s alike. Opening up a whole new world of post-production capabilities, I love my D700 for its versatility; wicked auto-focus, awesome lowlight ability etc. But when it comes down to pushing the files in post; there’s just not enough detail in the skin and other subtle textures to grab on. With 36MP of data, I could really grab texture and make it pop. Not to mention eyes! Holy Moly, the level of detail in the iris would be very impressive!
Does this mean there will not be a scaled down D4 for the many, many amateurs who can’t afford a D4 or who want a lighter version for travel photography?
I’ve been waiting for this for so long! As a D200 user for both personal and works, the iso have always been a limiting factor especially when i went into the jungle of lowlight condition. I love my D200 for it’s capabilities and ergonomic. Although the iso performance was bad, i love the colors and reproduction from the CCD sensors (which sometimes, i dream of a new Nikon with CCD) And due to that, i chose not to upgrade to D700 but stays with my trusty D200, no matter in what condition.
The new D800 makes me drools, not just because of the megapixels. It’s slightly bigger than my D200 (which is good in terms of ergonomic), full frame!, and im not sure about others, i like the DX mode too! at 15mp, it is very useful to get an extra reach without compromising the mp count and resolution like the D3 or D3S. 36mp will be perfect for my landscape shoot, wedding shoot and the 15mp DX mode! Oh my.. Dont complain bout the spaces you need. Hard disk is dirt cheap nowadays, and dont be trigger happy all the time. Think before you click the shutter!
Movie mode is just a bonus for me. Not really a video shooter but, why not giving it a try. I might find new love in movie with D800 🙂
I’m excited about the D800…36 megapixels…yes! I look forward to having my clients hang a 40×60 group portrait on their wall. Thank you Nikon… As Tom Petty says, ” the waiting is the hardest part.”
I was hoping for something in pink or blue.