One thing that I really like about the reviews from the Camera Store. They are honest and give the "good and the bad" of the cameras they are reviewing. Great job once again!
+Nia Koehn TCS sell the products they review. And they give an honest review and compare it to other products that are competitive and some that are above the class of the reviewed product. Then, there is are the reviews of it's video capabilities, if it has any. The videos are well paced and cover a wide range of use of the product. I bought a Panasonic G7 based on their review and am completely happy with it. DigitalRev has changed ......
+TheCameraStoreTV You and Dave Dugdale really rock in the modern reviewer's world. I am subscribed and enjoying every video of yours... Please keep it up!!!
You're right Chris, I think times might be changing a little bit. It's a lovely camera, looks super quick, but also there are plenty of other smaller options out there these days. FairPlay to Nikon though for bringing out such a beast. All the best
Screw fad options. Go to hell. I need real camera for work, not overindulgent infant play to feel special about myself while pretending to "work" than overprocessing the crappy photos to look like vomit color.
CONGRATS! Guys for having the first actual review of the D5 up. IDK why the others were sitting with their putting out little teaser videos. Well done.
Can't wait for Pentax K1 review. I'm eyeballing that camera since they've announced it, thinking to upgrade my current setup, Pentax seems like an incredible deal (if they release few primes and more lenses for it soon-ish).
Jordan for us photojournalist we like the 3min video. 1.The photo desk does not want huge files 2. The clips are used primary for mobile news media 3. We need to be very quick in our post to meet the deadlines 4. D5 not designed for people like you who do film making 5. Its perfect for us in order to get quick high quality vid files out John
Nice video guys. Poor me is still using a Sony NEX-6. A few days ago I went to shoot some racing cars and to be honest, I was quite surprised on how good the results were. Lots of sharp images when set to continuous autofocus. Only problem is, in that mode, it shoots quite slow. But overal, pretty okay results when comparing the price with this camera.
No Chris... I think everabody would want a D5 or a 1DX Mk II, if people could get their hands on one. Once I started using Pro Cameras I never wanted to go back. So lets hope those kind of cameras will be around for a long time to come.
+F Ridge Pro or Flagship? The Canon 5D Mark III, 810, and 750 and A7Rii could all be considered pro cameras at this point. I do concert photojournalism, and I would not be carrying this thing into a venu at all. I'd much rather take an A7Rii and chuck an 85mm G Master on it or a Canon 5D Mark III with some nice L glass, heck even an 810 or 750. This Camera is very Niche. I think many people will pass up on it and I love Nikon.
As a wildlife shooter, this camera is definitely marketed to me. It is exactly what I would have wanted Nikon to make, namely even more usable files at ISO 6400, better autofocus, and reduced mirror blackout time. Your AF test was absolutely worthless, I doubt it would have even pushed my old D7000. There was definitely room for improvement in the most challenging AF circumstances, such as birds in flight and sports under the lights--neither of which you tested. Otherwise, this camera is a clear signal that we are about at the end of improved high ISO with current sensor technology, which has been fairly obvious for years now. You seem surprised that these cameras are made for specialized markets, but that has been the case since at least the D3 generation. Those who shoot landscapes probably don't care about 12 FPS or a 200-shot buffer either.
Who's going to buy this? You answered your own question: pro sports photographers (this and the Canon flagship are released in Olympics years for a reason), and some other pro users who value the ruggedness and professional reliability. That's it. It doesn't need, nor is it designed for, mass consumption. There are far better value offerings further down the food chain if you don't need the speed. These are commercial purchases at this price point - if you are an amateur buying this for anything other than a specific purpose, you have too much money!A more balanced comparison for these "old dinosaurs" might include:> battery life / shots per battery> AF performance at smaller apertures/higher ISOs (telephoto sports usage)> shutter lifespan (relevant for return on investment over time with professional, daily hammer)> proper ruggedness comparison> lens ecosystem with which the camera fits, especially on the long and the wide end. A "small" FF mirrorless looks pretty stupid on a 500mm prime - and the lens dimensions are the same for a given image circle and aperture regardless of manufacturerI'm not saying the D5 is perfect - it is very conservative, and Nikon are still chasing Canon's tail rather than innovating - but if your living depends on it, you need a camera which will just deliver. Canon and Nikon have to cater for that market.The bottom line is that you're all a bit bored with the DSLR format, and these new cameras are just not particularly exciting, they are competent instead. The problem is that your smaller formats just cannot do what DSLRs do when you get into focal lengths much beyond normal (UWA and supertele). A better test for the D5 (or the upcoming Canon) would probably be on a tripod with a 500mm prime tracking moving objects in changeable light conditions (possibly at higher ISOs) at f/5.6 or f/8. These cameras are made to deliver the best possible IQ with today's tech, at the best possible frame rates. End of. I just feel this review, as entertaining and well produced as they always are from you guys, is trying to judge quite a niche product by mainstream criteria. I can totally understand why professional sports photographers would buy a D5, but you're trying to make out like the whole thing is a bit boring and old-fashioned. What then is the real alternative?
Maybe the 3 minute limit on 4K is because of potential over-heating issues on the full frame sensor? Even though is only shoots 4K on a Super 35 sized crop section of said sensor...I don't know.
Outstanding review. I used to be into these cameras. I'm sure some one has a serious use for them... Pro sports photographers? But as for me... I'm long gone.
I'm so looking forward to seeing your test on the Nikon D500. I'm currently using gh4, generally for video, but now I'm interested in photography, especially wildlife, again. And the Gh4 doesn't keep up at all. I had a x-t1, but that really couldn't give me the AF-performance I wanted. Especially when I tried out indoor sports. In bright, snowy terrain, it did well though. I haven't had my hands on a xpro2 yet. And As I don't own any glass of fujifilm right now, I'm basically set to 0 and can decide, which direction I'm going to head. Maybe Fuji x-t2 or Nikon d500. Thank you for your great work. I really appreciate what you are doing.
Gee I love your out-and-about real world videos. Have you guys ever thought about producing a travel guide style series in Asia or Europe or wherever as a backdrop for your camera tests?
Great summary. I think maybe Nikon need to broaden the appeal for the D6. The market for stadium photography surely won't cover the development costs of this thing. The F2 and F3 were workhorses for a huge range of photographers.
Thanks for posting this vid. The D5 is boringly excellent, I think this is the point TCS is trying to get across. Most mid to high end cameras pack in a lot of features and I think the industry is peaking in terms of real world image quality. What makes this camera appeal to the specialist pros is the speed, and ruggedness. That's it. There are a lot of people complaining about the low iso DR, the people who will buy this camera wont need that, they will probably know to expose properly in the first place. Also, most people who bitch about this cameras will probably never own one. Thanks TCS for putting in an incredible amount of work to bring us this vid
The problem with NIKON is they introduced their speed demons to the high end bodies. You want to shoot fast action you were limited in what you could get. The D500 is the game changer. The only people complaint know is it isn't a full body (D500) I would pair a D500 with a D810 and I would be able to handle all spectrum of photography from Landscape, portrait and sports.
The ultimate test for a photography video for me? Is it useful? This is. Very. I'm a Canon shooter, a bird photographer, and am always comparing the big Nikon and Canon cameras. I'm eager to see the 1DX II come out for comparison. No doubt yours will be one of the most useful. Thank you.
Chris and Jordan are the best, they work for a camera store, or Should I say "The Camera Store"? but don't act as sales associates working on commission. They don't even try to sell you anything. They are not fan boys or sellouts. Always giving their most honest opinion without trying to please their boss or the big pocket camera manufactures. Maybe is a Canadian thing.
I always appreciate when people notice that we try to be unbiased by the manufacturers and simply go with what we feel as photographers. It's not really a Canadian thing though, (we love our money grubbing as much as the next guys), but rather a decision we made at TCSTV to be honest and we're gonna keep it that way. Thanks for watching! Chris @TCSTV
Great honest review guys! I do agree with Chris, there are many cameras out there in a smaller package that deliver just as good of a job than the D5. Personally I'd rather pick up a D500 over the D5 since they are very similar in comparison on paper. If I need full frame then I'd go with a D750 or 5D mk iii.
a couple of each, D1, D2h, D3, D3x, D4.... might be the first one I pass on, I do both photo and video so I had hoped the video AF was great (nice for some stuff) and maybe some slow motion or other gimmicky little tricks to help keep the clips interesting... just a little steep who I can snag a demo D4 or D4s for so much less. Wonder if Nikon is behind in video because Nikon gets its sensors from Sony and thats part of the deal.
Extremely thorough review. Guys. Quick question when cameras shoot 4 K video why do they crop? Why don't they use the full sensor? Seems like you would have more pixels if you did. Break it down for me, please someone. Thanks.
+Raychristofer It does get complicated. However as part of a simplistic answer keep in mind that 4K video is roughly 8MP and modern sensors are almost always higher than this. If the camera uses the whole sensor it has to address this with either line skipping/binning which causes moire and aliasing, or crop it down to the 8MP portion, or if the processor is capable you can do full sensor readout which shoots full sensor res and then down converts to 4K. Nikon just decided to crop like many others because its high quality and easy on the processor. Chris @ TCSTV
Hi Chris, Now the D5 is out and when I can buy it I will. It will be not an upgrade, see that i com from the F5 and waited that long to get me a fullframe digital speces. Good, if not perfect in the hand, just the right weight, sturdy and fast, and not for the 12fps, but the reaction and buffer from it. No it will not be perfect like disapointed dynamic range at low ISO. And would prefer the video recording would approve to 20 minutes at least. Things the 1Dmark II from Cannon video capasities are better. Having my glass I stay for sure with Nikon. Now I got a D60 from somebody, so nice I can use my glass again. Miss the AF button on the rear, have missed shots, has no buffer. Depth of feeld button also missing, and my 24 mm is an 36 now! I long to have a full frame again, and like very much the usable high ISO on the D5 wish is top. No I'm not a pro, but like having good gear that is robust and can depend on it. It's also the feeling to feel good when your equipment do what you wants it does. I'm seemly a type apart, but let you know this camera is also something for peoples like me. Now i'm happy to be able to take pictures again, just not 100% happy feel I have some limits on the D60. But I live in hope.
What camera would you recommend as a backup camera (D750, D4s, or consider the D5) I currently shoot with a D4s and have only sampled a D5 in a photography store. I am interested in purchasing a backup camera for sports (boxing, football, basket ball, etc.), dance theatre, and landscape photography. You are the only one's that provided some level of photo comparison of the Nikon D5 and D4s which greatly appreciated. Thank you for all your wonderful videos.
There is always something that lets the video down on nikon cameras. the 3 mins is really going to hurt it against the 1dx ii. I really hope the d500 knocks the video out of the park. Its at the right price point to really make some headway in the low budget 4k market. I dream of the day that Nikon realise they dont have a cinema camera line to protect like canon and do something interesting. The hardware is already there (apart from autofocus) all they need is some high frame rates and decent codecs. The xqd cards make that pretty achievable. Maybe 10 bit and a nice log profile with RAW.
I can agree that this camera is a niche product but in my opinion all the other cameras before were aswell. I mean the D3/D3s and the D4/D4s all have been aimed at photographers that shoot sports, journalism and wildlife. They all had a relatively low megapixel count to offer good high ISO perfomance, had the best autofocus Nikon could offer and fast framerates. I do not see that this camera became a niche product but this line always was. Some time ago you had the D300s which was pretty similar to what the D500 is now and you also had people buying the D700. So I think this camera is aimed at anyone who uses a D4s because the flagships always have been very specialised cameras. But overall this was a great review!
I wouldn't do a focussing test with the Sigma lenses, I have the 35 1.4 and the 18-35 and neither focusses as fast as my 24-70 (both versions) nor the 70-200. Single point is never a problem, but the Sigma's don't like tracking focus.
Interesting that you considered the 3d tracking to work well... on my d750, I used 3d tracking for a while, and wondered why my sports shots were never super sharp (while using a Tamron 70-200 VR. I started using continuous single point and group area and alot of my shots did come out sharper
Kind of reminds me of the Green Lantern movie when the Guardians were intimidated by an enemy and decided to forge a yellow ring of fear -- that's what I see the D5 as.
Hi Chris! Thank you for your reviews. i learn a lot. they are super great! Question? do you think that the D500 will have better dynamic range then the D5?
So you're telling me there's a chance; YEA! 17:04 "We might even have to do a side by side battle and see if these big dinosaurs really are in fact extinct"
Hi from Australia! Awww tripod dog is an Aussie! YAY ... Can't wait for the 1DXii review, I held one a week ago and almost put my name on it! Are you going to review the Ursa Mini when it lands? Pete
That mud test... I screamed, "noooooo"! I've been covering my D4 in a towel when there's light drizzle, now I feel foolish. But I'll still keep doing it. On a serious note, are the other camera bodies "as rugged" as you describe? I thought that was a selling point of the bigger bodies, that they were just a lot tougher than say the D500 type bodies.
I just love it when I finally see "hey guys, it's Jordan" because I really anticipate his take on video performance. I just paused the video to write this. This is what the "Camera Store" is all about: Great honest true reviews, especially about video since this is all I care about in a camera. I know I will get the proper info on this channel. Well, I just un-paused and finished the video with Jordan's take. Based on what he said I ain't gonna even consider this as a video camera. 3 minute crippled time limit per clip, did I say crippled? What is this Nikon? You guys are insane! And very poor video focusing performance. Thanks so much for the video review Jordan. Now I am educated once again to pass on this one. I just don't understand the corporate decisions when deciding how to cripple a camera but still somehow make sales at the same time. Well they succeeded in making this a stills only camera which need not be since it really has the capability for great 4k. Bravo Nikon!
Since this high burst rate almost looks like video it got me thinking. How high of a megapixel count can you get from just grabbing a still from 4k video? How about the quality? Wonder if that could possibly play a part in the future?
I don't believe Nikon will release another camera at this level, a D5 successor, that isn't mirrorless, if they do, certainly not more than one. The same with Canon for their top-of-the-line cameras.
Great video as usual!!! I guess flagships are less about practicality and more about the technological limits at the given point of time! It is there to show the world as to what the brand is capable of and as such should be regarded, more than anything else, as the "Brand Statement". Whether we actually need all those fancy tricks and finer aspects is a different issue altogether!!!!
This camera is not for everyone, but it work for very well for event guy like me. I start from D4 , D4s, I tried to use D800, D810 and D750, but field experience is very different when you hand on Nikon flagship or Canon 1 series, shutter is click right at the point you always want it to be, focus system give confident at all time, and many others pro features that Nikon n Canon only give you on flagship model. I like you UA-cam video, but not this one at all.
One thing that I really like about the reviews from the Camera Store. They are honest and give the "good and the bad" of the cameras they are reviewing.
Great job once again!
+Anthony “Reyfox I” Pierre Yep i agree with less of the BS that seems to come along with a lot of the photog channels ,, good channel ..
+Anthony “Reyfox I” Pierre DigitalRev anyone? Even the review sucks.
+Nia Koehn TCS sell the products they review. And they give an honest review and compare it to other products that are competitive and some that are above the class of the reviewed product. Then, there is are the reviews of it's video capabilities, if it has any. The videos are well paced and cover a wide range of use of the product. I bought a Panasonic G7 based on their review and am completely happy with it. DigitalRev has changed ......
Another great review. You guys are the king of camera reviews.
+Dave Dugdale Thanks Dave! You need to do another long-form review, it's been a while!
Jordan @ TCSTV
+TheCameraStoreTV You and Dave Dugdale really rock in the modern reviewer's world. I am subscribed and enjoying every video of yours... Please keep it up!!!
+rambo a Kai still does video for them, just from England. Forget Kai he isn't funny anymore.
+TheCameraStoreTV can you test the new Sony rx10 mk iii ?
+rambo a Why Kai left digitalrev? I see him many times in their videos... But it seems that he is moved!!??
Please do a head-to-head between the D5 and 1D-X Mk.II.
Best new feature of the d5 is the lower pricing of the d4s...
Exactly!
+george aronis It's also effected the D800/e/810 bodies resale value slightly.
D4s only has 53 focal points compared to the 153 on the D5
You're right Chris, I think times might be changing a little bit. It's a lovely camera, looks super quick, but also there are plenty of other smaller options out there these days. FairPlay to Nikon though for bringing out such a beast.
All the best
Screw fad options. Go to hell. I need real camera for work, not overindulgent infant play to feel special about myself while pretending to "work" than overprocessing the crappy photos to look like vomit color.
CONGRATS! Guys for having the first actual review of the D5 up. IDK why the others were sitting with their putting out little teaser videos. Well done.
Just love the CSTV channel. No fluff just straight up. You guys are awesome.
Can't wait for Pentax K1 review. I'm eyeballing that camera since they've announced it, thinking to upgrade my current setup, Pentax seems like an incredible deal (if they release few primes and more lenses for it soon-ish).
Love this video. Jordan's coverage was hilarious and spot on.
This camera is for That Nikon Guy and the Fro.
Jordan for us photojournalist we like the 3min video.
1.The photo desk does not want huge files
2. The clips are used primary for mobile news media
3. We need to be very quick in our post to meet the deadlines
4. D5 not designed for people like you who do film making
5. Its perfect for us in order to get quick high quality vid files out
John
+John Ishii He literally said it might be ok for journalists.
Hey! I own a nikon Df and very proud of it!
Great review, and I second +Dave Dugdale, you guys are one of the best camera review channels. Always very thorough, consistent, and entertaining!
This video is the only video that I can play in 4k without my browser freezing.. and what a great video it is!
Love that shutter rate! Great stuff as always Chris!
Good review, thanks. I’m not in the market for one but it is nice to hear what I am missing or not missing.
Nice video guys. Poor me is still using a Sony NEX-6. A few days ago I went to shoot some racing cars and to be honest, I was quite surprised on how good the results were. Lots of sharp images when set to continuous autofocus. Only problem is, in that mode, it shoots quite slow. But overal, pretty okay results when comparing the price with this camera.
No Chris... I think everabody would want a D5 or a 1DX Mk II, if people could get their hands on one. Once I started using Pro Cameras I never wanted to go back. So lets hope those kind of cameras will be around for a long time to come.
+F Ridge Pro or Flagship? The Canon 5D Mark III, 810, and 750 and A7Rii could all be considered pro cameras at this point. I do concert photojournalism, and I would not be carrying this thing into a venu at all. I'd much rather take an A7Rii and chuck an 85mm G Master on it or a Canon 5D Mark III with some nice L glass, heck even an 810 or 750. This Camera is very Niche. I think many people will pass up on it and I love Nikon.
im completely disinterested in a d5 ive got a d850
As a wildlife shooter, this camera is definitely marketed to me. It is exactly what I would have wanted Nikon to make, namely even more usable files at ISO 6400, better autofocus, and reduced mirror blackout time. Your AF test was absolutely worthless, I doubt it would have even pushed my old D7000. There was definitely room for improvement in the most challenging AF circumstances, such as birds in flight and sports under the lights--neither of which you tested. Otherwise, this camera is a clear signal that we are about at the end of improved high ISO with current sensor technology, which has been fairly obvious for years now. You seem surprised that these cameras are made for specialized markets, but that has been the case since at least the D3 generation. Those who shoot landscapes probably don't care about 12 FPS or a 200-shot buffer either.
Well for one, Matt Granger bought one!
Love the dogs.
Wedding photographers dream!! Great camera, great review!
I really enjoy videos being very regular recently! That D5 sure looks big in Chris's hands though!! Extra thumbs up for the dogs! :D
Nikon D5 with new firmware can record 4K video for the typical 29 minutes and 59 seconds instead of the previous 3 minutes limit.
Brazil will host the Summer Olympic this year, the D5 and 1D-X MkII will sell very good
WAYYY over my budget but what a guilty pleasure to watch it =]
Great review.. It's a pleasure watching your review guys... Waiting for your 1DXII review... Bring it on 😉
Great job guys, Waiting for the D500 review to come up
Awesome video guys!
I wonder when the D5S is going to drop...no AA filter please.
Who's going to buy this? You answered your own question: pro sports photographers (this and the Canon flagship are released in Olympics years for a reason), and some other pro users who value the ruggedness and professional reliability. That's it. It doesn't need, nor is it designed for, mass consumption. There are far better value offerings further down the food chain if you don't need the speed. These are commercial purchases at this price point - if you are an amateur buying this for anything other than a specific purpose, you have too much money!A more balanced comparison for these "old dinosaurs" might include:> battery life / shots per battery> AF performance at smaller apertures/higher ISOs (telephoto sports usage)> shutter lifespan (relevant for return on investment over time with professional, daily hammer)> proper ruggedness comparison> lens ecosystem with which the camera fits, especially on the long and the wide end. A "small" FF mirrorless looks pretty stupid on a 500mm prime - and the lens dimensions are the same for a given image circle and aperture regardless of manufacturerI'm not saying the D5 is perfect - it is very conservative, and Nikon are still chasing Canon's tail rather than innovating - but if your living depends on it, you need a camera which will just deliver. Canon and Nikon have to cater for that market.The bottom line is that you're all a bit bored with the DSLR format, and these new cameras are just not particularly exciting, they are competent instead. The problem is that your smaller formats just cannot do what DSLRs do when you get into focal lengths much beyond normal (UWA and supertele). A better test for the D5 (or the upcoming Canon) would probably be on a tripod with a 500mm prime tracking moving objects in changeable light conditions (possibly at higher ISOs) at f/5.6 or f/8. These cameras are made to deliver the best possible IQ with today's tech, at the best possible frame rates. End of. I just feel this review, as entertaining and well produced as they always are from you guys, is trying to judge quite a niche product by mainstream criteria. I can totally understand why professional sports photographers would buy a D5, but you're trying to make out like the whole thing is a bit boring and old-fashioned. What then is the real alternative?
+Kaeru V|P you could slap on 12fps on a 5d/d810 like body and call it a day
I like the way he handle the 3min window of video.
excellent work as usual well done guys
you are right about DR on the D5
Maybe the 3 minute limit on 4K is because of potential over-heating issues on the full frame sensor? Even though is only shoots 4K on a Super 35 sized crop section of said sensor...I don't know.
Outstanding review. I used to be into these cameras. I'm sure some one has a serious use for them... Pro sports photographers? But as for me... I'm long gone.
I came for the camera reviews, I stayed for hunky Chris and his lady-man hands. 😍
For longer 4K recording, have you tried pushing the record button to stop recording and pushing it again to start recording for another 3 minutes...
You will do a side by side comparison of the d5 and the 1dxmk2....its the camera store.....its what you do
I'm so looking forward to seeing your test on the Nikon D500. I'm currently using gh4, generally for video, but now I'm interested in photography, especially wildlife, again. And the Gh4 doesn't keep up at all. I had a x-t1, but that really couldn't give me the AF-performance I wanted. Especially when I tried out indoor sports. In bright, snowy terrain, it did well though.
I haven't had my hands on a xpro2 yet. And As I don't own any glass of fujifilm right now, I'm basically set to 0 and can decide, which direction I'm going to head. Maybe Fuji x-t2 or Nikon d500.
Thank you for your great work. I really appreciate what you are doing.
Excellent review! Best channel for sure
Awesome! Keep up the good work.
Chris from TCSTV? Or Doctor Strange?! I can see the similarity now the trailer has dropped!
Good job guys.
Gee I love your out-and-about real world videos. Have you guys ever thought about producing a travel guide style series in Asia or Europe or wherever as a backdrop for your camera tests?
If only money were no object...
Chris @TCSTV
Great summary. I think maybe Nikon need to broaden the appeal for the D6. The market for stadium photography surely won't cover the development costs of this thing. The F2 and F3 were workhorses for a huge range of photographers.
Thanks for posting this vid. The D5 is boringly excellent, I think this is the point TCS is trying to get across. Most mid to high end cameras pack in a lot of features and I think the industry is peaking in terms of real world image quality. What makes this camera appeal to the specialist pros is the speed, and ruggedness. That's it. There are a lot of people complaining about the low iso DR, the people who will buy this camera wont need that, they will probably know to expose properly in the first place. Also, most people who bitch about this cameras will probably never own one. Thanks TCS for putting in an incredible amount of work to bring us this vid
Awesome review Chris!
The problem with NIKON is they introduced their speed demons to the high end bodies. You want to shoot fast action you were limited in what you could get. The D500 is the game changer. The only people complaint know is it isn't a full body (D500) I would pair a D500 with a D810 and I would be able to handle all spectrum of photography from Landscape, portrait and sports.
honest review.. unlike tech reviewer of this days with too much of biased...
Would you guys possibly be doing a portrait test with this and the 1dx Mark ii?
The ultimate test for a photography video for me? Is it useful? This is. Very. I'm a Canon shooter, a bird photographer, and am always comparing the big Nikon and Canon cameras. I'm eager to see the 1DX II come out for comparison. No doubt yours will be one of the most useful. Thank you.
Chris and Jordan are the best, they work for a camera store, or Should I say "The Camera Store"? but don't act as sales associates working on commission. They don't even try to sell you anything. They are not fan boys or sellouts. Always giving their most honest opinion without trying to please their boss or the big pocket camera manufactures. Maybe is a Canadian thing.
I always appreciate when people notice that we try to be unbiased by the manufacturers and simply go with what we feel as photographers. It's not really a Canadian thing though, (we love our money grubbing as much as the next guys), but rather a decision we made at TCSTV to be honest and we're gonna keep it that way. Thanks for watching!
Chris @TCSTV
Great, evenhanded review. Many thanks!
Great honest review guys! I do agree with Chris, there are many cameras out there in a smaller package that deliver just as good of a job than the D5. Personally I'd rather pick up a D500 over the D5 since they are very similar in comparison on paper. If I need full frame then I'd go with a D750 or 5D mk iii.
a couple of each, D1, D2h, D3, D3x, D4.... might be the first one I pass on, I do both photo and video so I had hoped the video AF was great (nice for some stuff) and maybe some slow motion or other gimmicky little tricks to help keep the clips interesting... just a little steep who I can snag a demo D4 or D4s for so much less. Wonder if Nikon is behind in video because Nikon gets its sensors from Sony and thats part of the deal.
I'd like to see some video on the auto-micro focus adjust feature. This is the biggest disadvantage of DSLR compared to mirrorless.
Have you guys changed something in the grading workflow?
I'm loving these colors!
Extremely thorough review. Guys. Quick question when cameras shoot 4 K video why do they crop? Why don't they use the full sensor? Seems like you would have more pixels if you did. Break it down for me, please someone. Thanks.
+Raychristofer It does get complicated. However as part of a simplistic answer keep in mind that 4K video is roughly 8MP and modern sensors are almost always higher than this. If the camera uses the whole sensor it has to address this with either line skipping/binning which causes moire and aliasing, or crop it down to the 8MP portion, or if the processor is capable you can do full sensor readout which shoots full sensor res and then down converts to 4K. Nikon just decided to crop like many others because its high quality and easy on the processor.
Chris @ TCSTV
Hi Chris, Now the D5 is out and when I can buy it I will. It will be not an upgrade, see that i com from the F5 and waited that long to get me a fullframe digital speces. Good, if not perfect in the hand, just the right weight, sturdy and fast, and not for the 12fps, but the reaction and buffer from it. No it will not be perfect like disapointed dynamic range at low ISO. And would prefer the video recording would approve to 20 minutes at least. Things the 1Dmark II from Cannon video capasities are better. Having my glass I stay for sure with Nikon. Now I got a D60 from somebody, so nice I can use my glass again. Miss the AF button on the rear, have missed shots, has no buffer. Depth of feeld button also missing, and my 24 mm is an 36 now! I long to have a full frame again, and like very much the usable high ISO on the D5 wish is top. No I'm not a pro, but like having good gear that is robust and can depend on it. It's also the feeling to feel good when your equipment do what you wants it does. I'm seemly a type apart, but let you know this camera is also something for peoples like me. Now i'm happy to be able to take pictures again, just not 100% happy feel I have some limits on the D60. But I live in hope.
What camera would you recommend as a backup camera (D750, D4s, or consider the D5) I currently shoot with a D4s and have only sampled a D5 in a photography store. I am interested in purchasing a backup camera for sports (boxing, football, basket ball, etc.), dance theatre, and landscape photography. You are the only one's that provided some level of photo comparison of the Nikon D5 and D4s which greatly appreciated. Thank you for all your wonderful videos.
7:21 just make sure that battery door is closed. Drowned my d4 shooting in a rainstorm for four and a half hours not sealing it
When is the D500 review coming, guys, and pls show its comparison with D750.
There is always something that lets the video down on nikon cameras. the 3 mins is really going to hurt it against the 1dx ii. I really hope the d500 knocks the video out of the park. Its at the right price point to really make some headway in the low budget 4k market. I dream of the day that Nikon realise they dont have a cinema camera line to protect like canon and do something interesting. The hardware is already there (apart from autofocus) all they need is some high frame rates and decent codecs. The xqd cards make that pretty achievable. Maybe 10 bit and a nice log profile with RAW.
Small cameras like the Canon 5D? How big is this thing then?
I want to see the review with test photos and video the D500?
when you guys are doing a review for the D500, PLEASE compare it with the D750. Pretty Please?
Great review!
FYI: the D5 shop link is 404'n.
Great review! Fan from Malaysia here!
I can agree that this camera is a niche product but in my opinion all the other cameras before were aswell. I mean the D3/D3s and the D4/D4s all have been aimed at photographers that shoot sports, journalism and wildlife. They all had a relatively low megapixel count to offer good high ISO perfomance, had the best autofocus Nikon could offer and fast framerates. I do not see that this camera became a niche product but this line always was. Some time ago you had the D300s which was pretty similar to what the D500 is now and you also had people buying the D700. So I think this camera is aimed at anyone who uses a D4s because the flagships always have been very specialised cameras. But overall this was a great review!
there was a site that mention that the D5 has the lowest DR in base ISO out of the current FF nikon, have you found that to be the case?
I like CSTV reviews, very informative and useful. I'll answer "Who is going to buy a Nikon D5?" Matt Granger already bought it. :)
D5 is alright but that 4runner is the dogs balls. Indestructible!
I wouldn't do a focussing test with the Sigma lenses, I have the 35 1.4 and the 18-35 and neither focusses as fast as my 24-70 (both versions) nor the 70-200. Single point is never a problem, but the Sigma's don't like tracking focus.
Nikon announced that they are releasing a firmware update in June to address the 3min limit in 4K video.
The last hurrah of DSLR. By next year the only thing these dinosaurs have going for them is the selection of lenses.
perfect review
- last of a breed but not for most people
- better to buy an 810 and D500 for
Interesting that you considered the 3d tracking to work well... on my d750, I used 3d tracking for a while, and wondered why my sports shots were never super sharp (while using a Tamron 70-200 VR. I started using continuous single point and group area and alot of my shots did come out sharper
I love all Nikon prof cameras thank you for review )
Kind of reminds me of the Green Lantern movie when the Guardians were intimidated by an enemy and decided to forge a yellow ring of fear -- that's what I see the D5 as.
Hi Chris!
Thank you for your reviews. i learn a lot. they are super great! Question? do you think that the D500 will have better dynamic range then the D5?
Great review as always. I would be interested in a comparison between the D500 and the A6300 in various situations, do you think it's a good idea?
So you're telling me there's a chance; YEA!
17:04 "We might even have to do a side by side battle and see if these big dinosaurs really are in fact extinct"
Great review, thank you!
Hi from Australia! Awww tripod dog is an Aussie! YAY ... Can't wait for the 1DXii review, I held one a week ago and almost put my name on it! Are you going to review the Ursa Mini when it lands?
Pete
good rev. ! You guys have always good ideas for your videos.
What do you think about a "mabe" Sony a9 competitor?
That mud test... I screamed, "noooooo"! I've been covering my D4 in a towel when there's light drizzle, now I feel foolish. But I'll still keep doing it. On a serious note, are the other camera bodies "as rugged" as you describe? I thought that was a selling point of the bigger bodies, that they were just a lot tougher than say the D500 type bodies.
I just love it when I finally see "hey guys, it's Jordan" because I really anticipate his take on video performance. I just paused the video to write this. This is what the "Camera Store" is all about: Great honest true reviews, especially about video since this is all I care about in a camera. I know I will get the proper info on this channel. Well, I just un-paused and finished the video with Jordan's take. Based on what he said I ain't gonna even consider this as a video camera. 3 minute crippled time limit per clip, did I say crippled? What is this Nikon? You guys are insane! And very poor video focusing performance. Thanks so much for the video review Jordan. Now I am educated once again to pass on this one. I just don't understand the corporate decisions when deciding how to cripple a camera but still somehow make sales at the same time. Well they succeeded in making this a stills only camera which need not be since it really has the capability for great 4k. Bravo Nikon!
Since this high burst rate almost looks like video it got me thinking. How high of a megapixel count can you get from just grabbing a still from 4k video? How about the quality? Wonder if that could possibly play a part in the future?
+Yippie If you're grabbing from a 4K video, you can get a 8 Megapixel still. I've done this a few times before while using a GH4 :)
Great Review!!! As always..
According to your test, Which is better if we compare with 1DxII ?
If the D5/1DX cameras are extinct.... feel free to send me yours.
+martinaee hahaha yes please and if there are any left after his , me also !!
Great review.
What is dynamic range
What is your main camera?
I don't believe Nikon will release another camera at this level, a D5 successor, that isn't mirrorless, if they do, certainly not more than one. The same with Canon for their top-of-the-line cameras.
Great video as usual!!! I guess flagships are less about practicality and more about the technological limits at the given point of time! It is there to show the world as to what the brand is capable of and as such should be regarded, more than anything else, as the "Brand Statement". Whether we actually need all those fancy tricks and finer aspects is a different issue altogether!!!!
I'm glad they dropped the D in DSLR? It's so redundant.
This camera is not for everyone, but it work for very well for event guy like me. I start from D4 , D4s, I tried to use D800, D810 and D750, but field experience is very different when you hand on Nikon flagship or Canon 1 series, shutter is click right at the point you always want it to be, focus system give confident at all time, and many others pro features that Nikon n Canon only give you on flagship model. I like you UA-cam video, but not this one at all.
What happened to Max at 7:52?