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Nikon D800 36.3 MP CMOS FX-Format Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) $629.99
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Nikon D800 36.3 MP CMOS FX-Format Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)
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The Nikon D800 is a high resolution full frame DSLR that still stands out for landscapes, slow subjects, and backup use, especially if you already own Nikon F mount glass. It accepts F mount lenses, including older screw drive lenses, and full frame lenses are the safest fit. The body feels dated, though, with slower autofocus, a 1080p video limit, modest burst speed, and one CompactFlash slot. Used market cautions also include early focus misadjustment and a weak frame, so it suits buyers who know Nikon and what they need.
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It is a capable full-frame DSLR, but several comments call the price high for a 2012 body that can be found used for much less. The main value case is for someone who already owns Nikon full-frame F-mount glass and wants a high-resolution body for landscapes or slow-moving subjects.
It accepts Nikon F-mount lenses, including DX lenses that will crop automatically, and it has a built-in focus motor for older screw-drive lenses. Some AF-P and other body-specific lenses may not work on every Nikon body, so compatibility still needs a manual check.
Yes, it makes the most sense for someone already invested in Nikon full-frame F-mount lenses and who does not need fast autofocus or high FPS. For everyone else, newer refurbished bodies or other systems are a better fit.
Its biggest drawbacks are a relatively slow burst rate, older CompactFlash support in one slot, and dated autofocus and video by modern standards. It tops out at 1080p video, and the burst rate only improves to about 6 fps with the 1.2x crop mode and grip.
Used D800/D800E bodies can have early factory focus misadjustments and a weak internal frame that may be broken without obvious signs. Those issues can mean extra service cost or no practical fix, so a used purchase should be inspected carefully.
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I don't know about the price of f-mount lenses now. Most photogs have made the switch by now, but they were dirt cheap when Nikon first started releasing decent mirrorless cameras. You can probably get gold ring f-mount lenses for less than kit z-mount.
edit: I wanted to get a "Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 10-20mm f/4.5-5.6G VR Lens"...and I had a Nikon D300 camera. Spent the extra dollerydoos for a modern camera, and it had all the compatibility. Screw-drive motor linkages and whatnot.
Nope. AF-P, even with it being for crop sensor, doesn't work on the D300. Because reasons.
Whereas with Canon, you have EF mount. Comes in two flavors -- EF full frame and EF-S crop sensor. That's it. The earliest lenses from the mid-1980s EF-mount film cameras work without issue even on the last EF-mount DSLRs produced. Sure, there might be one or two exceptions -- but they're a rarity, usually reserved for half-baked third party lenses, and you can count them on one hand with fingers to spare.
With Sony, it's even better. E-mount. Bam. There's crop sensor and full-frame, but pretty much any E-mount camera will take either type and adjust accordingly.
Nikon? Break out the secret decoder ring! There's some ancient F-mount manual lenses that will break if you put them on the wrong camera style, because reasons.
When there are SO MANY other camera manufacturers out there with SO MANY lenses to choose from -- and SO MANY of them are excellent to amazing quality, why even take the risk with Nikon? Just pass them by.
edit: I wanted to get a "Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 10-20mm f/4.5-5.6G VR Lens"...and I had a Nikon D300 camera. Spent the extra dollerydoos for a modern camera, and it had all the compatibility. Screw-drive motor linkages and whatnot.
Nope. AF-P, even with it being for crop sensor, doesn't work on the D300. Because reasons.
Whereas with Canon, you have EF mount. Comes in two flavors -- EF full frame and EF-S crop sensor. That's it. The earliest lenses from the mid-1980s EF-mount film cameras work without issue even on the last EF-mount DSLRs produced. Sure, there might be one or two exceptions -- but they're a rarity, usually reserved for half-baked third party lenses, and you can count them on one hand with fingers to spare.
With Sony, it's even better. E-mount. Bam. There's crop sensor and full-frame, but pretty much any E-mount camera will take either type and adjust accordingly.
Nikon? Break out the secret decoder ring! There's some ancient F-mount manual lenses that will break if you put them on the wrong camera style, because reasons.
When there are SO MANY other camera manufacturers out there with SO MANY lenses to choose from -- and SO MANY of them are excellent to amazing quality, why even take the risk with Nikon? Just pass them by.
The lens instruction manual says right in it "Note: DX lenses are for use with Nikon DX-format digital single-lens reflex cameras. This lens does not support D4-series, D3-series, D2-series, D1-series,D800-series, D700, D610, D600, D300-series, D200, D100, D90, D80, D70-series, D60, D50, D40-series, D7000, D5100, D5000, D3200, D3100 or D3000 digital SLR cameras or film SLR cameras. When using it with a D5500, D5300, or D3300, be sure the camera firmware has been updated to the latest version."
Or you could read page 350 of your cameras user manual, note AF-P isn't listed, and wonder why that is and look into it.
Or not expect a 10 year old camera to work with brand new lenses.
And failing all of that, you couldn't just, I dunno, return it and be slightly miffed instead of acting like Nikon ate your baby?
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The lens instruction manual says right in it "Note: DX lenses are for use with Nikon DX-format digital single-lens reflex cameras. This lens does not support D4-series, D3-series, D2-series, D1-series,D800-series, D700, D610, D600, D300-series, D200, D100, D90, D80, D70-series, D60, D50, D40-series, D7000, D5100, D5000, D3200, D3100 or D3000 digital SLR cameras or film SLR cameras. When using it with a D5500, D5300, or D3300, be sure the camera firmware has been updated to the latest version."
Or you could read page 350 of your cameras user manual, note AF-P isn't listed, and wonder why that is and look into it.
Or not expect a 10 year old camera to work with brand new lenses.
And failing all of that, you couldn't just, I dunno, return it and be slightly miffed instead of acting like Nikon ate your baby?
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Pretty much no other compatibility issue, aside from some third-party budget lens shenanigans you can count on one hand. And speaking of third party, whoo boy daddy, there are TONS to choose from -- budget and high end. Some of those Sigma lenses really gave Canon a run for their money.
And EF was so common, it's considered the universal lens mount donor. Pretty much every other lens mount has an adapter to use an EF lens on that body...some with full controls, most with partial/manual.
Notice I didn't say a thing about different camera models here. That's because it's forward-backwards compatible. But hey, keep enjoying your Nikons needing a CrackerJack decoder ring full of obtuse exceptions!
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And if you think that's great, just look into Sony's E-mount. It makes Canon's EF lens selection seem paltry by comparison! And that's still being used today. Isn't it nice when your glass holds value, instead of dropping like a rock when the "next new model" comes out and has a whole new compatibility layer (*cough NIKON cough*)?
Pretty much no other compatibility issue, aside from some third-party budget lens shenanigans you can count on one hand. And speaking of third party, whoo boy daddy, there are TONS to choose from -- budget and high end. Some of those Sigma lenses really gave Canon a run for their money.
And EF was so common, it's considered the universal lens mount donor. Pretty much every other lens mount has an adapter to use an EF lens on that body...some with full controls, most with partial/manual.
Notice I didn't say a thing about different camera models here. That's because it's forward-backwards compatible. But hey, keep enjoying your Nikons needing a CrackerJack decoder ring full of obtuse exceptions!
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And if you think that's great, just look into Sony's E-mount. It makes Canon's EF lens selection seem paltry by comparison! And that's still being used today. Isn't it nice when your glass holds value, instead of dropping like a rock when the "next new model" comes out and has a whole new compatibility layer (*cough NIKON cough*)?
edit: I wanted to get a "Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 10-20mm f/4.5-5.6G VR Lens"...and I had a Nikon D300 camera. Spent the extra dollerydoos for a modern camera, and it had all the compatibility. Screw-drive motor linkages and whatnot.
Nope. AF-P, even with it being for crop sensor, doesn't work on the D300. Because reasons.
Whereas with Canon, you have EF mount. Comes in two flavors -- EF full frame and EF-S crop sensor. That's it. The earliest lenses from the mid-1980s EF-mount film cameras work without issue even on the last EF-mount DSLRs produced. Sure, there might be one or two exceptions -- but they're a rarity, usually reserved for half-baked third party lenses, and you can count them on one hand with fingers to spare.
With Sony, it's even better. E-mount. Bam. There's crop sensor and full-frame, but pretty much any E-mount camera will take either type and adjust accordingly.
Nikon? Break out the secret decoder ring! There's some ancient F-mount manual lenses that will break if you put them on the wrong camera style, because reasons.
When there are SO MANY other camera manufacturers out there with SO MANY lenses to choose from -- and SO MANY of them are excellent to amazing quality, why even take the risk with Nikon? Just pass them by.
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