Published: 2012-10-01, Author: Jeremy , review by: reviewed.com
Rolling shutter was present on the Nikon D800, but we thought the camera kept it under control better than the competition (we saw more significant rolling shutter on the 5D Mark III). We did see excessive moire when we tilted the D800 at an angle, howeve...
The Nikon D800 is a beast of a camera, an extraordinarily high-resolution land mine, strategically placed amid the abandoned battlefield of the megapixel war . The 36.3-megapixel sensor is easily the D800's greatest asset, making it one of the most flexib...
Tough workhorse-like body construction, highest resolution sensor in a DSLR to date provides incredible detail plus very reasonable future proofing, compatibility with a very wide range of Nikon lenses increases creative flexibility for HD video and stills
Pricey if you don’t require all those pixels, or are stepping up from a consumer DSLR, while big and bulky construction means it’s not the most convenient option
With the 18MB file sizes produced by the D800's 36MP shots providing peace of mind plus incredible realism, this is the DSLR for those wishing to future proof their photography and enable a multitude of uses
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...
