Nikon D800, D810, D850

Nikon D800

  • Released: 2012
  • Sensor: 36.3 MP CMOS (full-frame)
  • Key Features:
    • ISO Range: 100–6400 (expandable to 50–25600)
    • Autofocus: 51-point AF system (15 cross-type sensors)
    • Continuous Shooting: 4 fps (6 fps in DX crop mode with optional battery grip)
    • Video: 1080p at 30/24 fps
    • LCD Screen: 3.2-inch, 921k-dot fixed screen
    • Build: Magnesium alloy body with weather sealing
    • Dual Card Slots: CF and SD
    • Weight: 900g (body only)

Nikon D810

  • Released: 2014
  • Sensor: 36.3 MP CMOS (full-frame, no optical low-pass filter)
  • Key Improvements Over D800:
    • ISO Range: 64–12800 (expandable to 32–51200) – better low-light performance
    • Autofocus: Improved 51-point AF system with better low-light sensitivity
    • Continuous Shooting: 5 fps (7 fps in DX crop mode with optional battery grip)
    • Video: 1080p at 60/30/24 fps, with improved video features (flat picture profile, zebra stripes)
    • LCD Screen: 3.2-inch, 1229k-dot fixed screen (sharper than D800)
    • Build: Slightly improved ergonomics and weather sealing
    • Dual Card Slots: CF and SD
    • Weight: 880g (body only)

Nikon D850

  • Released: 2017
  • Sensor: 45.7 MP BSI CMOS (full-frame, no optical low-pass filter)
  • Key Improvements Over D810:
    • ISO Range: 64–25600 (expandable to 32–102400) – even better low-light performance
    • Autofocus: 153-point AF system (99 cross-type sensors) with improved subject tracking
    • Continuous Shooting: 7 fps (9 fps with optional battery grip)
    • Video: 4K UHD at 30/25/24 fps, 1080p at 120 fps (slow motion)
    • LCD Screen: 3.2-inch, 2359k-dot tilting touchscreen
    • Build: Improved ergonomics and durability
    • Dual Card Slots: XQD and SD (faster write speeds)
    • Weight: 915g (body only)
    • Additional Features:
      • Focus stacking for macro photography
      • Back-illuminated sensor for better dynamic range
      • Improved battery life (1840 shots per charge)
      • Built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for wireless connectivity

Comparison Table: Nikon D800 vs. D810 vs. D850

FeatureNikon D800 (2012)Nikon D810 (2014)Nikon D850 (2017)
Sensor Resolution36.3 MP36.3 MP (no OLPF)45.7 MP (BSI, no OLPF)
ISO Range100–6400 (50–25600 expanded)64–12800 (32–51200 expanded)64–25600 (32–102400 expanded)
Autofocus51-point (15 cross-type)51-point (improved low-light)153-point (99 cross-type)
Continuous Shooting4 fps (6 fps in DX mode with grip)5 fps (7 fps in DX mode with grip)7 fps (9 fps with grip)
Video1080p at 30/24 fps1080p at 60/30/24 fps4K UHD at 30/25/24 fps, 1080p at 120 fps
LCD Screen3.2-inch, 921k-dot fixed3.2-inch, 1229k-dot fixed3.2-inch, 2359k-dot tilting touchscreen
Card SlotsCF + SDCF + SDXQD + SD
Weight900g880g915g
Additional FeaturesImproved ergonomics, flat video profileFocus stacking, Bluetooth/Wi-Fi, BSI sensor

Key Differences

  1. Sensor: The D850 has a higher-resolution 45.7 MP BSI sensor compared to the 36.3 MP sensors in the D800 and D810. The D810 and D850 also lack an optical low-pass filter for sharper images.
  2. Autofocus: The D850’s 153-point AF system is significantly more advanced than the 51-point systems in the D800 and D810.
  3. Video: The D850 supports 4K UHD video, while the D800 and D810 are limited to 1080p.
  4. LCD Screen: The D850 has a tilting touchscreen with higher resolution, making it more versatile for shooting at odd angles.
  5. Card Slots: The D850 uses faster XQD and SD cards, while the D800 and D810 use CF and SD cards.
  6. Continuous Shooting: The D850 offers faster continuous shooting speeds (7 fps, 9 fps with grip) compared to the D800 (4 fps) and D810 (5 fps).

Conclusion

  • Nikon D800: A groundbreaking camera for its time, offering high resolution and professional features at a relatively affordable price.
  • Nikon D810: A refined version of the D800 with better ISO performance, improved autofocus, and enhanced video capabilities.
  • Nikon D850: The ultimate DSLR in this lineup, with a higher-resolution sensor, advanced autofocus, 4K video, and modern features like focus stacking and wireless connectivity.

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