Overview
The Nikon D810 DSLR looks intimidating when you look at the price. But underneath its hefty price tag is an incredible camera that’s well worth its weight.
Some experts might not consider this DSLR a ‘full upgrade’ when compared to other Nikon DSLRs or competitors. For others, however, this camera packs a serious punch and produces truly high quality images and video. Its impressive 36.3MP sensor and Expeed 4 processor alone help this camera capture various scenarios with impressive accuracy. Wrap those essential up with a full set of excellent features and you have a camera that’s worth its price tag.
Key Features: Impressive full frame CMOS 36.3MP image sensor and Fast Expeed 4 processor. 3.2 inch LCD with a 1,229K dot resolution. Outputs HD image and video quality.
Features At A Glance
- Full frame CMOS sensor @ 36.3MP + Fast Expeed 4 processor
- Continuous shooting mode shoots 7 frames per second maximum
- 1080p HD @ 60 frames per second maximum video recording
- Expeed 4 Image Processor boosts camera performance up to 30 percent
- 2 inch LCD with a 1,229K dot resolution with Live View and playback viewing
- Multi-CAM 3500FX auto-focus sensor with 51 AF points and 15 cross-type sensors
- ISO Range: Auto, 64 – 12800, expands to 51200
- Supports CompactFlash + SD/SDHC/SDXC memory
- Wi-Fi connectivity only with optional transmitter
Pros
The Nikon D810 DSLR features a high resolution full frame CMOS FX-format image sensor at an impressive 36.3 megapixels. As a result, it produces excellent quality images and video. The lack of Optical Low Pass Filter produces sharp and detailed images.
Expeed 4 Image Processor boosts camera performance up to 30 percent, helping reduce artifacts and noise in both images and video. As a result, the camera captures up to 1,200 images and as much as 40 minutes of HD video.
FX and DX formats afford the camera more recording versatility.
The camera shoots at a maximum of 7 frames per second in DX mode. Video records in 1080p HD at 60 frames per second maximum.
The Nikon D810 DSLR’s Multi-CAM 3500FX auto-focus sensor features 51 AF points with 15 cross-type sensors. Group Area AF has 5 AF sensors that can be utilized in one group.
Low light performance has been improved with the camera’s wide range ISO sensitivity. ISO sensitivity maxes out at 12,800 and can be expanded up to 51,200.
The Nikon D810 DSLR has a 3.2 inch LCD with a 1,229K dot resolution and features Live View and playback viewing. Live View features split-screen display zoom for still images. Zebra highlighting display is available in video mode.
Cons
The Nikon D810 DSLR is considered rather expensive for a DSLR of its class.
Its Small Raw mode is only limited to 9MP.
The Nikon D810 DSLR doesn’t feature GPS or Wi-Fi connectivity. Wi-Fi connectivity is only available with optional transmitter.
The camera lacks 4K resolution video capture. Time lapse feature is only limited to eight hours.
The Nikon D810 DSLR outputs ‘huge’ file sizes.
Some experts don’t consider the Nikon D810 DSLR as a ‘large enough upgrade’ compared to other Nikon and competitor DSLR cameras.
Why Should You Buy Nikon D810 DSLR Camera (Body Only)?
Serious beginners, hobbyists and professionals will benefit from owning a Nikon D810 DSLR body. The concessions Nikon took to produce this camera paid off well for those who greatly favor this camera. Its high quality image sensor, processor and features all work together to produce the best quality images and video for the price.
Sure, it’s not the most ‘upgraded’ Nikon or DSLR on the market, but for those who want a great camera body the first time around, this one’s a good choice.