Some fiddly controls, Live view AF, Slower FPS (if it bothers you)
No matter how you look at it, the Nikon D800 is unquestionably one of the best DSLRs on the market, and in terms of sheer picture quality and resolution, it is now the one to beat. It has class-leading colour depth and dynamic range, the best AF and mete...
Excellent detail resolution, Extensive dynamic range, Large images, Superb AF system
Large files sizes, JPEG HDR mode, No in, camera rating
Many see the Canon EOS 5D Mark III as the D800's natural competitor. While the average serious enthusiast is likely to think long and hard about switching manufacturer, professional photographers are less loyal and will go with whichever option works bes...
36.3MP sensor produces bags of fine detail, Pro-grade build quality, Phenomenal image quality in all conditions
36.3MP sensor produces huge file sizes, 4fps may be a tad slow for some pros' needs
Befitting its status as a professional-grade DSLR the Nikon D800 benefits from solid, tank-like construction. Encased within an aluminium alloy frame that's fully sealed against dust and moisture, the D800 feels every inch the professional tool it's posit...
Great image quality; Well-considered construction; High resolution; Great price
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It's easy to fall in love with the Nikon D800 on account of its build alone. It's a very 'human' construction that manages to pack all of the key shooting tools into a compact space without leaving you overwhelmed. The pictures themselves are bright an...
For a camera costing around £2,600, the D800 is unrivalled in the level of detail it can resolve and is an enticing prospect, particularly for landscape photographers.While luminance and chroma noise are gradually introduced up the ISO range, and the came...
The camera controls you’ll need most are neatly located within easy reach when you’re prepping your shots. Buttons on top for shooting speed, ISO and white balance ensures you’ve got everything you need at your fingertips and within easy reach. The Nikon D800 is clearly built with the user experience in mind. Built-in flash means you won’t have to lug around an extra accessory, and it works well
The large images taken by the NIkon D800 can be a strain on lower-specced computer set-ups, even your higher-end desktop or laptop will have its work cut out juggling photo editing working with photos taken by the Nikon D800. The average photographer will also find that images can take up a lot of space on the memory card. There is a mode that automatically crops photos, but any serious photograp
The Nikon D800 is a fantastic all-rounder capable of producing jaw-dropping results on both photography and video fronts. Outstanding stuff from Nikon. Nikon D800 is tagged with Nikon, D800, review, DSLR, digital camera and 36.3MP. Select a tag (Nikon...
Image quality is insane, video is nothing short of superb, camera layout is practical and simple to use,
Expensive, big images can cause buffer to fill too quickly, LCD panel hard to focus by, will cost you a fortune in lenses
A week was all the time it took for us to fall in love with the D800. And we were starting to get butterflies when we first took it out of the box. This is the camera we'd get if money were no object. While the D4 has a lot to offer in terms of speed, ...
Abstract: Canon vs Nikon: which DSLR system is best? A question that has frustrated many of the world's greatest philosophers and may even have troubled the UN… Our in-depth comparison examines each system's cameras, lenses, key features and much more.Who makes the...
Unheardof resolution, Outstanding images, even in low light, Dual CF/SD card slots, Sharp HD video
Slow burst shooting, Clunky user settings
Are 36.3 megapixels overdoing it? Experts say no way. In tests, the Nikon D800 balances record-breaking high-def detail with great color, clarity and everything else that makes images look splendid. Thus the D800 leapfrogs into our Best Reviewed spot, bea...
