I bought the D810 when it first came out. Nosebleed price at that time but I haven't had one day of regret since. The camera still delights me with amazing results.
@@Charles-xc6sr I mean why not it's dirt cheap full frame, you can find one for around 1k. If you look at D850 (2k+) for example, it won't bring much for landscape/portait stills
I love my D810, its dynamic range is really good. Some of the pictures I took are under exposed or over exposed but came out just right in lightroom because of the D810 dynamic range. Image quality is clear and sharp. The camera makes me looks like I know what I'm doing. I paid more than the current pricing for the D810, but no regret.
Bought my 2nd d810 new this week. One year after my first. I can not fault it. Maybe the large file sizes are not ideal, but just buy bigger storage. The pros out weigh that negative.
So, with a little bit of sick in my mouth, I’m about to pull the trigger on a D810 to pair with (at your recommendation) my Nikon AF-S 18-35 F/3.5-4.5 G; AF-S 70-300 F/4.5-5.6 IF ED VR; Voightlander 58mm F1.4 Nokton, and last but not least, my little 50mm F1.8 G. It’s been a hard decision to choose between the D810 and D500 but for someone who likes to do a little bit of everything, just for the pleasure of doing it, I think the D810 is what I need. Thanks Ken for your great videos and suggestions. I’m looking forward to playing around with the Voightlander and actually having to manually set the lens.
I bought the Nikon D810 from a pawn shop for 1100cdn. 7600 pics so basically new and it had the black dot. 50% store wide sale and it came with a lens and bag. I love the camera as I am a novice photographer and learning all the setting has been fun. Yes I want the 850 but thats just because I know its a better rig. I'm slow and methodical so the 810 is perfect for me. I love this channel as I purchase my lenses based on this trusted site. I now own the Tamron 70-200 G2 (1800cdn new), Nikon 20mm (500 cdn used), Nikon 60mm macro D version (130 cdn used), and a Nikon 24-70 ED (600 cdn used). My favorite lens is the Tamron. Thank you so much for your videos and I'm a big fan. Sending love from 🇨🇦.
Great Camera, I've got mine yesterday for $1,600 and Im sooo damn happy with it hahaha , thanks for your videos and giving lots of tips. You rock men!!
LOVE my D810. Sold my Canon 5DMKIII and went Nikon for photography purposes a couple years ago. Not a second of regret. Now, I still have two Canon 70Ds for video. Love those as well.
Love this guy, old video i know but still a good one. I actually bought a Nikon D810 yesterday hardly used under 60.000 exposures for only $700 here in Sweden. 👍🏼
Uncle Kenny, I see the 810’s are going for around $1,000-$1,300. That’s a steal for a landscape/cityscape photographer!!! Plop a 20mm 1.8G on that puppy and create magic
Just picked up a good used D810 for $1250.00 off of ebay last week. It's in my hands now. US model, ~30K clicks, original box, battery, charger, BF-1B cap, rear LCD cover. Only downside: grip on the front ever so slightly lifting away from under front control wheel. This will be added to my D800's that I use primarily for real estate and portrait work. The D800's make for awesome R.E. cameras. Am thinking the D810 will now be my portrait camera. IMHO I think the D800 at ~$800 used and the D810 at ~$1300 used are awesome money maker tools - Thank you Nikon for releasing the D850!
I recently bought a used D800e for $700, like new, barely used, 7k shutter count. I'm still putting it through it's paces, but so far I'm pretty amazed at the quality for the price. This is why camera makers are doomed I guess.
@@andilatte6813 In the past 3 weeks I just upgraded to a used D780 for ~$1750 as I've become more interested in video, 24 mp was enough for me, and I love my screw drive lenses 105DC, 180 2.8D, 300 2.8D.
@@neoshazam Thank you for the fast response. The D780 seems like a good one. I thought about it too, then for ca. 1900 Euro I would get a used D850. A used D810 would cost me 1100 Euro (Worth the price difference ?). The D780 should have the same sensor as the Z6...then maybe go with Z6 II because of the eye Focus (Price seems identical). I have many F-Mount lenses too. So what to buy? The Problem for me is that when I crop Images from my D600 a little bit, the Pixels seems to be noticable on 65" 4K TVs. I have a hadache what camera to choose. I don't know if what I get will be worth what I pay.
@@andilatte6813 From the brief info provided; if you're attached to your screwdrive lenses you should look at a D850(used) if you have AF-S lenses then you might really like a Z7 (used).
You hit on a great topic I don't see others talk about, but SUPER crucial in portraiture, and that is compression. Would love to hear you cover this topic. Well done! This was the TOP daug and SHOVED Canon to ship the 5DsR
They had a good special on the D810 before Christmas for $2500. I have heard some things about the left focusing issue on the D800 but I haven't noticed that with mine. I guess that issue has been resolved in the 810. It is hard to beat the beat the image quality of the D800 I have. I can clean the noise up t o ISO 6400
Not sure if this comment is going to reach you Ken, but I do have a D810 as my first FF dslr. I invested in the old tamron 24-70 and I'd like to make an update after couple of months from buying it. There's a possibility for me to shoot some portraits and events (doing landscape as a hobby) and I'm considering the old nikon 24-70g ed and new tamron 24-70 g2. They're priced pretty similar so I could go for either one although the old nikon would need to be used of course and tamron could be new. Considering this plus things like autofocus or focus breathing, what would you recommend out of these two?
Hello Ken, I am interested in buying a replacement camera for my trusty decade old d200. I do mostly wildlife with my 80-200 2.8d and 300mm f4 af screw drive, both which I bought off of your recommendation, (they are both AMAZING lenses, you sure know your stuff when it comes to cameras glass)! I really like the d500, because it is a great wildlife camera, but i want to get into portraits. If I were to use my 80-200 or a cheap fast prime, could I make decent portraits? I am aware of the larger DOF with the dx sensor, something many people forget. I am not a "Bokeh Whore" as some people say, so the gain of the dx DOF is not TOO important. You adress this in this video at 6:39, but it would be great if you could elaborate a bit. Im gonna most likely buy the battery grip too, but is that really important? Btw, your videos are awesome and I apologize for the long response. Can't wait for the next live stream, I'll make sure I'll be there :D!
What about the Pentax K-1? Thinkng about that one with the "kit-lens" 28-105mm. For what I shoot i don not need fast lenses, just good quality for big prints(bigger than 18x12") and weather resistance.
I believe the K-1 has the same sensor as the D810. Some believe the Pentax processor to give cleaner raw files than the D810. It also has that Pixel Shift technology. I believe it is somewhat cheaper aswell. Only going off of what I have read. Wish I had both to test.
Yes, it is a best value for 2017. I work internationally and last week bought a D810 new from an authorized dealer WITH the 24-120 lens that exchanged out to 2,533 USD. I had money left over in my budget to get a G series 50mm prime lens and the battery grip.
Theoria! Thanks for your videos man, Ive followed a few of you recommendations in the past (Fuji 16 f1.2) and its blown me away. So thanks a lot for that advice! I'm looking into picking one of these up in the near future, I just wanted to ask what sort of price you think I should be looking to pay on one now that the d850 has been out for a while!? Any advice would be fantastic! Thanks man, keep up the good work!
I bought a D810 with 1200$ with 4000 actuations!!! Ridiculous isnt it? It s bright new! It s my first step to digital! I used to use the F5 on film in the past! Any advices?
I just picked this up used like new for 2k. I do a lot of everything,a little video, Portraits, Macro, birds and animals,. astro and night stuff, not much sports but the occasional skateboarding, low light concerts etc. Would this camera be good for me? Or is there something that would be a better all around camera.
I know that i can get 7fps in dx mode with the grip if i needed. So there is that too. I had a d750 at one point and got a great deal on the d810 so i went for it. Cannot wait to shoot on it. Also got a steal on a 300mm f4. My camera should be here tomorrow.
Hey Angry, I'm a landscape photographer in Gatlinburg Tennessee, I used the d810, and love it. I would like to used medium format some day. What would you recommend in a camera and lens for medium format landscape photography? ( Digital )
Funny because my back up to the 7100 is a 200 and everybody now hates that camera but for outside or with plenty of light in a not shot that will not be cropped it is really just fine. Ergonomically and access to setting wise it is more like a pro camera. Now of course the 7100 has it beat most other ways but if my wife and I go out to shoot together i am grateful to have it. and it, a recent purchase has low low shutter count so I will never wear it out and the day when I sell a photo is likely to never happen
Hi! I'm just starting on this hobby. Like to shoot portrait and landscape, for today oct 2018. I saw in adorama sale, used (very good condition) for $1400, is this a good buy? Thanks
I'm confused about one thing...I love astrophotography and the 810A body is designed specifically for that but it would be useless for general work. Why can't someone bring out a camera that allows the user to switch back and fourth between the special IR filter needed for the H-alpha Orion Nebula and a regular filter for landscapes, portraits, etc?
Always admired the D810 and I do all these styles, but I do street photography as well and have been looking at a good used D4 to upgrade from my D700. No doubt is great, well have to see how prices go. I hardly see a used one ever, which says a bit about the quality.
I started out with 2 nikon aps c camera's, but now I am totally crazy about my fuji xt-t1+56mm 1.2 combo (stuck on there). Yet, I still have some strong feelings towards the D810/85mm 1.4g combo. Would it make sense to switch back (selling the 56 would make me cry a bit, but I don't have sentimental feelings about the 23, 35 and 90mm). Or sell the 23, 35 and 90mm and save up for the difference? I primarily do portrait work, weight is not an issue. Problem is I cant compare it with ff nikon since I dont have experience with that (maybe its not the holy grail).
Hello there, Looking at getting a new system having come away from a 6D setup last year. Can't decide between these with kit lens D750, D810, D500 or a mirrorless option. I mainly shoot trains or motorsports with a mix of landscape and some portraiture. Just a hobbyist, but would like similar IQ to 6D but increased fps for action. Is DX the way or go for FF?
And the truth is, even in late 2018, this camera rocks. Great image quality, no doubt. It might not have the best AF, but it works well enough to do weddings (OF COURSE!), and the high iso performance isn't so bad. Last time I checked, though, the price never plummeted like you said it would. Adorama has it listed for about $2800.00 on their site. Still a bargain.
Just on the topic of the prices of the d810 going down I wonder how low the D610 will go. If there are any good offers on I might finally get around to buying one. Also Love the Vids!
Chessamika Gatdula Same reason I want the D7100 as I have been happy with my D700 for portrait and landscape, but I would love the D810 when used prices happen in 1500.00 range.
+Theoria Apophasis. I am debating on getting the 750 vs the d810. My question are the following -Best Buy and bh photo are selling bundle packs with the battery grips for $1500 (D750) and $2500. Do you forsee either one of these cameras dropping down further brand new - also, I like doing a lot of event and portrait photography. Is the $1000 difference worth it for the d810? Your input helps. Thanks for the great videos
I went the the 750 and spent the extra money on lenses. Switching from garbage Sony as I used to be a Minolta film guy and had to go Sony years ago or replace all my lenses. (After use I consider Sony to = digital aids) Figured it was time to let go and make the brand switch. I respect this guy's opinion but for the extra $1000 the 810 is not worth the money. 810 has no built in WIFI, slower af system (the old I vs II version? Why nikon!) and worse low light performance than the 750. Yes the 750 has the fucking filter, and imo that's the only downside. You can have the filter removed for $350 or just sharpen via photoshop which is what I will do. I have seen plenty of examples of the 750 sharpened vs 810 and unless you zoom in to +600% (pixel whoring slobs) you can't see a damn difference. Yes a little work in photoshop, you have to hit the one damn "sharpen" button sometimes (not always). 5 seconds out of your day wasted; oh well you will get over it for $1000 less. You can even batch if that's your thing; I prefer to take my time as 5 seconds hitting a button if necessary is nothing imo. I wish this guy would have commented on your comment as I too I spent a month trying to figure out 810 vs 750, for your exact same reason (bh aug 2017 750 $1500 w/ grip and extras vs 810 $2500 grip / extras). Unfortunately the 750 is back ordered until June 23 however the 810 is still in stock. Guess we know what everyone else choose too. Spend the extra $1000 on a bunch of lenses. This guy has some great reviews on inexpensive (but good) lenses, just look over his channel. I respect his opinions but I think he is off with his "buy an 810 over the 750" comment. Glass is more important as long as your camera body doesn't suck donkey dick and the 750 is definitely not into beastality. I still have time to switch my order (two weeks of back ordered and they are still offering the free stuff even though it's past June 3rd) but still can't see a reason to get the 810. I do portrait, landscape and Astro. Yep for that kind of photography choosing the 750 over 810 is blasphemy, but you know what? I never had much use for religion. I'm going to love my red headed step child, no more love from the pros, just throw out your baby for the new girl in town. Think of it this way: metaphorically speaking the 750 is that ultra slim raver euro chick with small tits and a tiny ass that used to be considered the hottest thing on earth now everyone hates because she is skinny while they are not; the 810 is a giant ass big boobs and child bearing hips model everyone today wants to see as they don't want to be reminded they are fat. I don't care if this world now loves the fatty with a big ass and giant tits, I love my little raver girls and always will; 750 all the way. Tiny tits for the win. Edit: My comment about fat people was NOT at this guy but America in general. And for the record I went from 6'6" 220 ish most my life to a 305lb FAT ASS and then after 8 years decided to lost the weight. It took 1 year to drop 85 lbs and another half to drop down to my current 195 / 14 % bf. losing weight is easy despite my old notion it was impossible. Just do as the skinny girls: starve yourself, go for a lot of long walks, and starve yourself some more. Not a healthy way to lose weight? Being fat is more unhealthy. Again I don't care if other people are fat; I'm not their keeper and could give a crap. Me? I'm never going to be fat again. Everyone else can love the (fat imo) girls with big asses and tits; everyone else can love the nikon 810. Modern times have changed people's opinions on both the camera and the weight. Why would I want a camera w/o wifi built in (and fuck the 810 wifi add on at extra cost and bulk.) Why do I want an outdated af system? Why do I need tits bigger than my head? A handful is perfect. Yes an odd comparison of people's weight and cameras (810 has a bigger sensor, larger raw files, and more weight/learger frame size, so I guess the analogy DOES work) but more importantly how people's opinions about what's "hot", "good", or worth using change on a whim. I still use old lenses because they work and in some cases are better than lenses today. I don't know... someone prove me wrong on the 750 and do it quick before my order ships. I want to love my nikon because my sony made me hate photography, something I used to be passionate about, and that's sad. I don't want to hate my 750 and after a month of comparing the two cameras just can't get into the 810. It's not even the cost it's the features. However, $3500 for the upcoming 850 is too much. That leaves (in full frame) the 810 or 750. Feature wise, the 750 is the only option imo, AND $1000 less. Unless I have to, please don't make me "fuck a fat girl"; while they are said to be better in bed (because they have to be) I'm more of a visual guy myself and cool with the skinny girls just lying there like they don't give a crap about me pretending I don't exist. Just because everyone loves the 810 doesn't mean it's better. Look at the D5. Now that's a fat girl and one that's stupidly overpriced. D5: Like a 500 lb hooker missing teeth charging $5000 /hr; like the assholes who pay millions for a painting made by a primate that looks like it was done by a 3 year old in preschool. Sorry for the rant.
Ken, to say the autofocus is no where fast enough is not a valid statement when the D810 has the same autofocus system as the D4s which is amazing and I have shot sports, wildlife, and action with the D810. Obviously the D5 and D500 are better but, the D810 is no slouch. The only thing the D810 falls behind in is the 5fps burst rate.
its not a D3 slouch, but its got too high a miss rate for hardcore action. D810 falls behind big in high ISO noise too, but thats not an issue for its USE INTENT :)
Diogo Correia The 24-70 VR is just bigger, heavier and much more plasticy. Ordered one for my D750 a year ago but cancelled and got the non-VR instead. Haven't looked back.
I currently shoot with a D800E. Do you think there is any real benefit for me to trade it in for a D810 when the next model comes out? I usually shoot still life, product, portraits, and some events.
So did I just mess up by buying the D750 instead of the D810 (upgraded from a D40) because I want to take pics of all the above plus wildlife, my pets and grandchildren, and well just everything. Yes?? No??
you didnt mess up, however for action, neither one is a winner….everything??? D750 is a fine "everything" camera, its discontinued in Europe already however
I just bought a 750 too. I think you will prefer having wifi in body, a better af system, better low light noise reduction, and while we have a damn aa filter in the 750 unlike the 810, (another inappropriate analogy because I'm on a roll tonight) sometimes wearing a condom is just more convenient (less mess, no worry of stds, no babies, etc) vs the better feeling you get w/o one. Sure I would love a condom-less 750 too, but we can just sharpen our images in photoshop/Lightroom if they are going to be used for prints larger than 10x12. Under that, you won't notice a difference unless you zoom in way too much. I hope you still love your 750 as mine won't arrive before the end of the month (it's out of stock) and hope I made the right choice.
@@section9inc.84 watch what your saying, you didn't get a reply so consider that. Use appropriate language because not everyone has got a evil conscious as you, and to be talking about bibles like that is not a right way to talk and bashing it. Plus i have the D750 and it suffers heavy in portraiture as it produces horrible skin tones and look in the images
Got one for $1000 but im stuck with the 24-85 non vr old ed lens, i manly shoot landscapes but im kind of on a budget now, what lens would you recommend ?
Hello I need some help my views are so low and yet other photography channels are doing much better can you help me find out why. I cant see it being tags or pics so can you help I am at my wits end why my videos only have a few fews.
I hope you answer this question, Angry, as you don't always get to every one I'm certain. How is this camera for product photography? I know you have said medium format for product in the past, but would this work? That's the area of photography in which I've become super interested. Any info would be so appreciated.
That was 90,000 not 90. I'm trying to get it for $1200. BTW - I'm a big fan and have purchased a lot of fuji stuff on your recommendation. Leaving for Africa this year and want to use the D810 while there along with the X-T2. So, still a good deal for the d810? thanks...keep up the great work. Your a gem!
Asalam o alaikum ken lala ! i hope ur doing fine i am really really interested in getting your point of view on YONGNOU 85mm f1.8 and 100MM f2.0 both cost under 200$
👍👌 what would you recommend for a pro camera upgrade from D7000? maybe nothing to expensive👍i Shoot mostly landscapes, wildlife, street, and sports, with a tiny bit of portrait. Im looking for a bomb proof professinal grade camera with excellent image qaulity and maybe a faster fps 7-11? thanks!
the k1 is a competent camera. I have one and enjoy it. The big problem is lens selection. Even third party support is drying up. If you have a wide selection of m42 or old kmount lenses it is really fun to use. Having an awesome body but only having 2 choices for a modern autofocus portrait lens is a pain in the ass. The sensor may be the same but the software in the camera is different. I think it is called a/d conversion. It is subtle and nuanced but the images look different between the two bodies. I prefer nikon bodies output but went with the k1 because of price and my vintage glass collection. The k1 images look good, i'm happy with the camera but I wish I had spent the extra coin on a nikon.
I bought the D810 when it first came out. Nosebleed price at that time but I haven't had one day of regret since. The camera still delights me with amazing results.
Still at 2020?
@@Charles-xc6sr I mean why not it's dirt cheap full frame, you can find one for around 1k. If you look at D850 (2k+) for example, it won't bring much for landscape/portait stills
I love my D810, its dynamic range is really good. Some of the pictures I took are under exposed or over exposed but came out just right in lightroom because of the D810 dynamic range. Image quality is clear and sharp. The camera makes me looks like I know what I'm doing. I paid more than the current pricing for the D810, but no regret.
The excitement that many D850 buyers have is similar to what I have for the D810. This is a phenomenal camera, and I can grow with it for a long time.
Bought my 2nd d810 new this week. One year after my first. I can not fault it. Maybe the large file sizes are not ideal, but just buy bigger storage. The pros out weigh that negative.
So, with a little bit of sick in my mouth, I’m about to pull the trigger on a D810 to pair with (at your recommendation) my Nikon AF-S 18-35 F/3.5-4.5 G; AF-S 70-300 F/4.5-5.6 IF ED VR; Voightlander 58mm F1.4 Nokton, and last but not least, my little 50mm F1.8 G. It’s been a hard decision to choose between the D810 and D500 but for someone who likes to do a little bit of everything, just for the pleasure of doing it, I think the D810 is what I need. Thanks Ken for your great videos and suggestions. I’m looking forward to playing around with the Voightlander and actually having to manually set the lens.
I bought the Nikon D810 from a pawn shop for 1100cdn. 7600 pics so basically new and it had the black dot. 50% store wide sale and it came with a lens and bag. I love the camera as I am a novice photographer and learning all the setting has been fun. Yes I want the 850 but thats just because I know its a better rig. I'm slow and methodical so the 810 is perfect for me. I love this channel as I purchase my lenses based on this trusted site. I now own the Tamron 70-200 G2 (1800cdn new), Nikon 20mm (500 cdn used), Nikon 60mm macro D version (130 cdn used), and a Nikon 24-70 ED (600 cdn used). My favorite lens is the Tamron. Thank you so much for your videos and I'm a big fan. Sending love from 🇨🇦.
Great Camera, I've got mine yesterday for $1,600 and Im sooo damn happy with it hahaha , thanks for your videos and giving lots of tips. You rock men!!
LOVE my D810. Sold my Canon 5DMKIII and went Nikon for photography purposes a couple years ago. Not a second of regret. Now, I still have two Canon 70Ds for video. Love those as well.
I love my D500, no regrets there...but the D810 has always been the body I have been lusting after...soon my pet, soon.
obsidian00 did you got it?
ObSiDiAn17 2020 update?
Love this guy, old video i know but still a good one. I actually bought a Nikon D810 yesterday hardly used under 60.000 exposures for only $700 here in Sweden. 👍🏼
I just bought one of these with 56k clicks, Grip, 256gb in memory cards for 1650, should be here next week. I can’t wait.
Uncle Kenny, I see the 810’s are going for around $1,000-$1,300. That’s a steal for a landscape/cityscape photographer!!! Plop a 20mm 1.8G on that puppy and create magic
Brand new D810 for $1800 what you think?
Just picked up a good used D810 for $1250.00 off of ebay last week. It's in my hands now. US model, ~30K clicks, original box, battery, charger, BF-1B cap, rear LCD cover. Only downside: grip on the front ever so slightly lifting away from under front control wheel.
This will be added to my D800's that I use primarily for real estate and portrait work. The D800's make for awesome R.E. cameras. Am thinking the D810 will now be my portrait camera.
IMHO I think the D800 at ~$800 used and the D810 at ~$1300 used are awesome money maker tools - Thank you Nikon for releasing the D850!
I came from a d5600 crop sensor and just bought a second hand (22k count) d810 and loving it so far. I Mainly shoot portraits
Grey market 1800 currently on eBay. Used with low shutter counts going for around 1500 😊
I recently bought a used D800e for $700, like new, barely used, 7k shutter count. I'm still putting it through it's paces, but so far I'm pretty amazed at the quality for the price. This is why camera makers are doomed I guess.
Great video! Thanks from Yakima, Washington .
Hello, so happy with D810 as it has been great for all types of photos. In particular to landscape and portrait.
Still shooting my used D600. I want the used D810 prices to come down to ~$1500 before buying and it should get there this year.
I have a d600 too and wanted to know if you did change to a D810 and can give me a result of your experience. Worth it or not? Or maybe a z Series?
@@andilatte6813 In the past 3 weeks I just upgraded to a used D780 for ~$1750 as I've become more interested in video, 24 mp was enough for me, and I love my screw drive lenses 105DC, 180 2.8D, 300 2.8D.
@@neoshazam Thank you for the fast response. The D780 seems like a good one. I thought about it too, then for ca. 1900 Euro I would get a used D850. A used D810 would cost me 1100 Euro (Worth the price difference ?). The D780 should have the same sensor as the Z6...then maybe go with Z6 II because of the eye Focus (Price seems identical). I have many F-Mount lenses too. So what to buy? The Problem for me is that when I crop Images from my D600 a little bit, the Pixels seems to be noticable on 65" 4K TVs. I have a hadache what camera to choose.
I don't know if what I get will be worth what I pay.
@@andilatte6813 From the brief info provided; if you're attached to your screwdrive lenses you should look at a D850(used) if you have AF-S lenses then you might really like a Z7 (used).
@@neoshazam Thank you for your opinion. I think to go with either a D850 or Z6 II. The Z7 has only 1 memory slot and the Z7 II is over 3000€.
You hit on a great topic I don't see others talk about, but SUPER crucial in portraiture, and that is compression. Would love to hear you cover this topic.
Well done! This was the TOP daug and SHOVED Canon to ship the 5DsR
They had a good special on the D810 before Christmas for $2500. I have heard some things about the left focusing issue on the D800 but I haven't noticed that with mine. I guess that issue has been resolved in the 810. It is hard to beat the beat the image quality of the D800 I have. I can clean the noise up t o ISO 6400
What about D800 vs D810 both used, D800 i can find in germany 1000 to 1500 Euros. which one is better? thanks
Not sure if this comment is going to reach you Ken, but I do have a D810 as my first FF dslr. I invested in the old tamron 24-70 and I'd like to make an update after couple of months from buying it. There's a possibility for me to shoot some portraits and events (doing landscape as a hobby) and I'm considering the old nikon 24-70g ed and new tamron 24-70 g2. They're priced pretty similar so I could go for either one although the old nikon would need to be used of course and tamron could be new. Considering this plus things like autofocus or focus breathing, what would you recommend out of these two?
id rather have the new tammy
Theoria Apophasis to be fair, I feel the same. Anyway, thanks for the reply.
Hello Ken, I am interested in buying a replacement camera for my trusty decade old d200. I do mostly wildlife with my 80-200 2.8d and 300mm f4 af screw drive, both which I bought off of your recommendation, (they are both AMAZING lenses, you sure know your stuff when it comes to cameras glass)! I really like the d500, because it is a great wildlife camera, but i want to get into portraits. If I were to use my 80-200 or a cheap fast prime, could I make decent portraits? I am aware of the larger DOF with the dx sensor, something many people forget. I am not a "Bokeh Whore" as some people say, so the gain of the dx DOF is not TOO important. You adress this in this video at 6:39, but it would be great if you could elaborate a bit. Im gonna most likely buy the battery grip too, but is that really important? Btw, your videos are awesome and I apologize for the long response. Can't wait for the next live stream, I'll make sure I'll be there :D!
What about the Pentax K-1? Thinkng about that one with the "kit-lens" 28-105mm. For what I shoot i don not need fast lenses, just good quality for big prints(bigger than 18x12") and weather resistance.
I believe the K-1 has the same sensor as the D810. Some believe the Pentax processor to give cleaner raw files than the D810. It also has that Pixel Shift technology. I believe it is somewhat cheaper aswell. Only going off of what I have read. Wish I had both to test.
The perfect blend of Dennis Nedry from Jurassic Park and Droopy the dog ;)
Yes, it is a best value for 2017. I work internationally and last week bought a D810 new from an authorized dealer WITH the 24-120 lens that exchanged out to 2,533 USD. I had money left over in my budget to get a G series 50mm prime lens and the battery grip.
Looking forward to the decline in value. New models help us used buyers
damn right
phooesnax Huge rebate deals hit yesterday. I'm pulling the trigger myself.
Theoria! Thanks for your videos man, Ive followed a few of you recommendations in the past (Fuji 16 f1.2) and its blown me away. So thanks a lot for that advice! I'm looking into picking one of these up in the near future, I just wanted to ask what sort of price you think I should be looking to pay on one now that the d850 has been out for a while!? Any advice would be fantastic! Thanks man, keep up the good work!
I bought a D810 with 1200$ with 4000 actuations!!! Ridiculous isnt it? It s bright new! It s my first step to digital! I used to use the F5 on film in the past! Any advices?
Do you think this white pixel technology is comming to the D850??? Maybe that and the EVF are comming only for the D900...
I just picked this up used like new for 2k. I do a lot of everything,a little video, Portraits, Macro, birds and animals,. astro and night stuff, not much sports but the occasional skateboarding, low light concerts etc. Would this camera be good for me? Or is there something that would be a better all around camera.
perfect and best choice,yes
I know that i can get 7fps in dx mode with the grip if i needed. So there is that too. I had a d750 at one point and got a great deal on the d810 so i went for it. Cannot wait to shoot on it. Also got a steal on a 300mm f4. My camera should be here tomorrow.
Which camera would work best on the moon? Or would they even work at all? I can't imagine the film surviving the van allen belts.
is the autofocus good enough to lock onto human activities ? like walking, dancing jumping etc. I want to try and use it for street despite its size.
Looking forward to you testing the new Tamron 70-200. I bought the current one off your recommendation and it's fantastic.
Hey Angry, I'm a landscape photographer in Gatlinburg Tennessee, I used the d810, and love it. I would like to used medium format some day. What would you recommend in a camera and lens for medium format landscape photography? ( Digital )
A noticable upgrade to the D800e for landscape and portraits?
Funny because my back up to the 7100 is a 200 and everybody now hates that camera but for outside or with plenty of light in a not shot that will not be cropped it is really just fine. Ergonomically and access to setting wise it is more like a pro camera.
Now of course the 7100 has it beat most other ways but if my wife and I go out to shoot together i am grateful to have it. and it, a recent purchase has low low shutter count so I will never wear it out and the day when I sell a photo is likely to never happen
7100 is still a best buy
Agreed.....love it
did the d500 go back to the owner?
Hi! I'm just starting on this hobby. Like to shoot portrait and landscape, for today oct 2018. I saw in adorama sale, used (very good condition) for $1400, is this a good buy? Thanks
My question when i take images in portrait images are not automatical Rotate,Remained Portrait till further Post Rotation....
Hi Ken! I'm using the d800, but thinking about switching to fuji. Which would you recommend. Doing mainly portraits and landscapes.
Hi just one question....why Nikon and not Canon? Just interested in your thoughts......I'm sure you have them ;)
i dont talk canon, wrong channel :)
I will be shooting almost everything very little video. Get the d810 or future proof it and get the d850?
I bought my NOW for 1685€ (2000$) and iam very excited. I think this is the next logical Step for my D700 witch i will keep.
I'm confused about one thing...I love astrophotography and the 810A body is designed specifically for that but it would be useless for general work. Why can't someone bring out a camera that allows the user to switch back and fourth between the special IR filter needed for the H-alpha Orion Nebula and a regular filter for landscapes, portraits, etc?
IR filter IS that switch
My d810 should be shipped tomorrow, i can't wait! :D so excited!
Always admired the D810 and I do all these styles, but I do street photography as well and have been looking at a good used D4 to upgrade from my D700. No doubt is great, well have to see how prices go. I hardly see a used one ever, which says a bit about the quality.
James R I want to sell my D4 and get a D4s.
I started out with 2 nikon aps c camera's, but now I am totally crazy about my fuji xt-t1+56mm 1.2 combo (stuck on there). Yet, I still have some strong feelings towards the D810/85mm 1.4g combo. Would it make sense to switch back (selling the 56 would make me cry a bit, but I don't have sentimental feelings about the 23, 35 and 90mm). Or sell the 23, 35 and 90mm and save up for the difference? I primarily do portrait work, weight is not an issue. Problem is I cant compare it with ff nikon since I dont have experience with that (maybe its not the holy grail).
Hello there,
Looking at getting a new system having come away from a 6D setup last year. Can't decide between these with kit lens
D750, D810, D500 or a mirrorless option.
I mainly shoot trains or motorsports with a mix of landscape and some portraiture. Just a hobbyist, but would like similar IQ to 6D but increased fps for action. Is DX the way or go for FF?
And the truth is, even in late 2018, this camera rocks. Great image quality, no doubt. It might not have the best AF, but it works well enough to do weddings (OF COURSE!), and the high iso performance isn't so bad. Last time I checked, though, the price never plummeted like you said it would. Adorama has it listed for about $2800.00 on their site. Still a bargain.
Jeffrey Oakar the used market is under $1,500.
For the purpose you mention here, is it still a good choice, now d850 is release
love the analogies!!!!
Just on the topic of the prices of the d810 going down I wonder how low the D610 will go. If there are any good offers on I might finally get around to buying one. Also Love the Vids!
Hi guys ever time I use the 5fps the first shot is gd but the second is always dull and greenish .. any of u have the same problem with the D810?
Can you use D810A for studio portraits and get good results or no? I saw one used on sale, locally.
is it good for documentary photography ? if not then which one should i go with ? Anyone ?
still want to get a d7100 for macro, is that a top value his year or might that go to another camera for macro?
7100 been a top value now for over a year :)
Chessamika Gatdula Same reason I want the D7100 as I have been happy with my D700 for portrait and landscape, but I would love the D810 when used prices happen in 1500.00 range.
another very excellent point , I got mine for 2200 CAD which was at the time cheaper than the D800e
Hi...I love the 810 and when the price go down end of the year - I have to buy one. Thank's 👍👍👍 I need no the highest ISO above 1600.😎
Right, who cares about high ISO in this camera. The low ISO is what I'm keen on now.
+Theoria Apophasis. I am debating on getting the 750 vs the d810. My question are the following
-Best Buy and bh photo are selling bundle packs with the battery grips for $1500 (D750) and $2500. Do you forsee either one of these cameras dropping down further brand new
- also, I like doing a lot of event and portrait photography. Is the $1000 difference worth it for the d810? Your input helps.
Thanks for the great videos
I went the the 750 and spent the extra money on lenses. Switching from garbage Sony as I used to be a Minolta film guy and had to go Sony years ago or replace all my lenses. (After use I consider Sony to = digital aids) Figured it was time to let go and make the brand switch. I respect this guy's opinion but for the extra $1000 the 810 is not worth the money. 810 has no built in WIFI, slower af system (the old I vs II version? Why nikon!) and worse low light performance than the 750. Yes the 750 has the fucking filter, and imo that's the only downside. You can have the filter removed for $350 or just sharpen via photoshop which is what I will do. I have seen plenty of examples of the 750 sharpened vs 810 and unless you zoom in to +600% (pixel whoring slobs) you can't see a damn difference. Yes a little work in photoshop, you have to hit the one damn "sharpen" button sometimes (not always). 5 seconds out of your day wasted; oh well you will get over it for $1000 less. You can even batch if that's your thing; I prefer to take my time as 5 seconds hitting a button if necessary is nothing imo.
I wish this guy would have commented on your comment as I too I spent a month trying to figure out 810 vs 750, for your exact same reason (bh aug 2017 750 $1500 w/ grip and extras vs 810 $2500 grip / extras). Unfortunately the 750 is back ordered until June 23 however the 810 is still in stock. Guess we know what everyone else choose too. Spend the extra $1000 on a bunch of lenses. This guy has some great reviews on inexpensive (but good) lenses, just look over his channel. I respect his opinions but I think he is off with his "buy an 810 over the 750" comment. Glass is more important as long as your camera body doesn't suck donkey dick and the 750 is definitely not into beastality.
I still have time to switch my order (two weeks of back ordered and they are still offering the free stuff even though it's past June 3rd) but still can't see a reason to get the 810. I do portrait, landscape and Astro. Yep for that kind of photography choosing the 750 over 810 is blasphemy, but you know what? I never had much use for religion. I'm going to love my red headed step child, no more love from the pros, just throw out your baby for the new girl in town. Think of it this way: metaphorically speaking the 750 is that ultra slim raver euro chick with small tits and a tiny ass that used to be considered the hottest thing on earth now everyone hates because she is skinny while they are not; the 810 is a giant ass big boobs and child bearing hips model everyone today wants to see as they don't want to be reminded they are fat. I don't care if this world now loves the fatty with a big ass and giant tits, I love my little raver girls and always will; 750 all the way. Tiny tits for the win.
Edit: My comment about fat people was NOT at this guy but America in general. And for the record I went from 6'6" 220 ish most my life to a 305lb FAT ASS and then after 8 years decided to lost the weight. It took 1 year to drop 85 lbs and another half to drop down to my current 195 / 14 % bf. losing weight is easy despite my old notion it was impossible. Just do as the skinny girls: starve yourself, go for a lot of long walks, and starve yourself some more. Not a healthy way to lose weight? Being fat is more unhealthy. Again I don't care if other people are fat; I'm not their keeper and could give a crap. Me? I'm never going to be fat again. Everyone else can love the (fat imo) girls with big asses and tits; everyone else can love the nikon 810. Modern times have changed people's opinions on both the camera and the weight. Why would I want a camera w/o wifi built in (and fuck the 810 wifi add on at extra cost and bulk.) Why do I want an outdated af system? Why do I need tits bigger than my head? A handful is perfect.
Yes an odd comparison of people's weight and cameras (810 has a bigger sensor, larger raw files, and more weight/learger frame size, so I guess the analogy DOES work) but more importantly how people's opinions about what's "hot", "good", or worth using change on a whim. I still use old lenses because they work and in some cases are better than lenses today. I don't know... someone prove me wrong on the 750 and do it quick before my order ships. I want to love my nikon because my sony made me hate photography, something I used to be passionate about, and that's sad. I don't want to hate my 750 and after a month of comparing the two cameras just can't get into the 810.
It's not even the cost it's the features. However, $3500 for the upcoming 850 is too much. That leaves (in full frame) the 810 or 750. Feature wise, the 750 is the only option imo, AND $1000 less. Unless I have to, please don't make me "fuck a fat girl"; while they are said to be better in bed (because they have to be) I'm more of a visual guy myself and cool with the skinny girls just lying there like they don't give a crap about me pretending I don't exist. Just because everyone loves the 810 doesn't mean it's better. Look at the D5. Now that's a fat girl and one that's stupidly overpriced. D5: Like a 500 lb hooker missing teeth charging $5000 /hr; like the assholes who pay millions for a painting made by a primate that looks like it was done by a 3 year old in preschool.
Sorry for the rant.
about wild life and Sport "focus" it should be fast because it has the same focus system as the D4s
Ken, to say the autofocus is no where fast enough is not a valid statement when the D810 has the same autofocus system as the D4s which is amazing and I have shot sports, wildlife, and action with the D810. Obviously the D5 and D500 are better but, the D810 is no slouch. The only thing the D810 falls behind in is the 5fps burst rate.
its not a D3 slouch, but its got too high a miss rate for hardcore action.
D810 falls behind big in high ISO noise too, but thats not an issue for its USE INTENT :)
With a budget for a used 810, would you say 810 would be ok for wildlife in crop mode but mostly portraits and landscape?
ohhh well heck yes......however the AF speed for fast critters is left wanting some
+Theoria Apophasis Which one do you recommend I buy: Nikon 24-70 mm f/2.8 G ED or the VR one ?
He has stated before a preference for the original version.
yah, original non VR version
The non VR 24-70mm 2.8 is the one I have.
Many thanks, +TimC, +TheoriaApophasis ! :)
Diogo Correia The 24-70 VR is just bigger, heavier and much more plasticy. Ordered one for my D750 a year ago but cancelled and got the non-VR instead. Haven't looked back.
I use it for sports some moving over 150mph and have absolutely no problems with it.
got mine 6 months ago brand new for 2300Bucks ;)
I think I payed the same amount you did :D. If not it might have been $2,500
Upgrading from my d7100 this week
I currently shoot with a D800E. Do you think there is any real benefit for me to trade it in for a D810 when the next model comes out? I usually shoot still life, product, portraits, and some events.
i woudlnt no, no great gains AT ALL. :)
I Got a Tamron 70-200 for my D810. The first lens was bad then I got another that was good. Wow! Stonkingly bitchin combination.
What is a "high" ISO on the D810? How far up does the ISO have to go, if you want to shoot stars, without startrails?
6400 its pretty sucky on the D810
Ah ok. So it is still great for astro. For slow wildlife, it will be fine too.
So did I just mess up by buying the D750 instead of the D810 (upgraded from a D40) because I want to take pics of all the above plus wildlife, my pets and grandchildren, and well just everything. Yes?? No??
you didnt mess up, however for action, neither one is a winner….everything??? D750 is a fine "everything" camera, its discontinued in Europe already however
Whew that's nice to know. I had been going back and forth between those 2 :) Very interesting about the discontinuation in Europe though. Wonder why?
I just bought a 750 too. I think you will prefer having wifi in body, a better af system, better low light noise reduction, and while we have a damn aa filter in the 750 unlike the 810, (another inappropriate analogy because I'm on a roll tonight) sometimes wearing a condom is just more convenient (less mess, no worry of stds, no babies, etc) vs the better feeling you get w/o one.
Sure I would love a condom-less 750 too, but we can just sharpen our images in photoshop/Lightroom if they are going to be used for prints larger than 10x12. Under that, you won't notice a difference unless you zoom in way too much. I hope you still love your 750 as mine won't arrive before the end of the month (it's out of stock) and hope I made the right choice.
@@section9inc.84 watch what your saying, you didn't get a reply so consider that. Use appropriate language because not everyone has got a evil conscious as you, and to be talking about bibles like that is not a right way to talk and bashing it. Plus i have the D750 and it suffers heavy in portraiture as it produces horrible skin tones and look in the images
Got one for $1000 but im stuck with the 24-85 non vr old ed lens, i manly shoot landscapes but im kind of on a budget now, what lens would you recommend ?
80-200 f/2.8
but d610 is about half the price of d810. how come d610 is no good for landscape...
babur.karaoglu anti aliasing filter
Hello I need some help my views are so low and yet other photography channels are doing much better can you help me find out why. I cant see it being tags or pics so can you help I am at my wits end why my videos only have a few fews.
I found a used D810 + battery grip with 30k shutter count for $1650 American. Should I buy it?
CRAP, thats a tits helluva great price :P
With D850 specs out , do you still recommend D810, for the purposes you mention here? thanks
for what? portraiture and landscape, still no better value than a D810, yes
Theoria Apophasis ken what about for wedding work d810 ?
Eddie Colon d500 + d810 combo or just one d850. Probably better to carry two with you though
I brought the d810 35mm 1.8 tamron 85mm 1.8 tamron and going with a d500
Eddie Colon what do you shoot?
I hope you answer this question, Angry, as you don't always get to every one I'm certain. How is this camera for product photography? I know you have said medium format for product in the past, but would this work? That's the area of photography in which I've become super interested. Any info would be so appreciated.
its divine for same. would it work? does a bear crap in the woods, yes.
It's great for product photography. The D810 has converted some people from medium format.
Theoria Apophasis I am thankful, Angry.
ValiRossi I am equally thankful, ValiRossi.
with the d800 going for 1-1.2k why pay more than double for the d810?
not THAT camera, D800E
Mr. Apophasis - Do you think that $1250 is a decent price for a used d810 now? Has 90K shutter count?
wow, thats a good price ! thats not too many clicks
That was 90,000 not 90. I'm trying to get it for $1200. BTW - I'm a big fan and have purchased a lot of fuji stuff on your recommendation. Leaving for Africa this year and want to use the D810 while there along with the X-T2. So, still a good deal for the d810? thanks...keep up the great work. Your a gem!
For the D500 would a 2 stop filter help ?
Did they make some improvements with the last update to fix this issue?
not that i know of
I love my D810!
Asalam o alaikum ken lala ! i hope ur doing fine i am really really interested in getting your point of view on YONGNOU 85mm f1.8 and 100MM f2.0 both cost under 200$
you get what you pay for, haha
Lala DE marah wala lala de
Lol ab yea koi bat ha karny wali,
I respect him all the way and I can express it any way yo, what's up with u
Thank you for ur kind suggestion Samad lala !!!
Ab teray naam ka b mandar Buna lu Kiya 😂😂😂
I use a nikon d610 for real estate photography. the only issue I have with it is the damn oil sensor spots.
Wide angle on a DX? You got two, and only two, choices...Nikkor 12-24 or Tokina 11-16.
here be the reason to own a FX camera
Ken, how can you say that the d810 has a slow autofocus as it has the same autofocus system as the D4S!
slow compared to the D500, its not very slow like a D3, but its still too slow for MUCH hardcore action
Thank you for sharing this video. I am interested in buying a D800 or a D810
Go for it!
That's my baby!!
Can we see some of your medium format photos?
have you test Fuji XT-20 yet ?
its not out yet
Theoria Apophasis h
so would the d500 be better at concert photography than the d810?
ohhh hell , worlds better
I've seen a well known astro pro shooting at 6400 iso with amazing res
What about product photography?
How would you compare the D810 to the 5DSR?
i dont mess with canon, dunno :)
👍👌 what would you recommend for a pro camera upgrade from D7000? maybe nothing to expensive👍i Shoot mostly landscapes, wildlife, street, and sports, with a tiny bit of portrait. Im looking for a bomb proof professinal grade camera with excellent image qaulity and maybe a faster fps 7-11? thanks!
hi what is the best walk around kit lens for nikon d7100, ?
24 70 VR G , $220+ used
Theoria Apophasis ???? 24-70 for $220?
Well, about slow autofocus, I actually know a news reporter photographer, who uses D810 for work and do it very well
for general work fine, but for any action, its MOSTLY too damn slow
Theoria Apophasis I trust you, never used d810. But some pros have d810 for news reports. Maybe they have some tricks or something
They're just skilled
Doesn't the D810 share the same AF system as the D750?
theyre both just as fast, which is to say not very fast
3:01 - 20 megapixels 1.5 times = 40 megapixels???
I am lost.
Morning Ken, can I get your opinion on the Pentax K1? Same sensor.
Ken Pimontel shitty lenses
the k1 is a competent camera. I have one and enjoy it. The big problem is lens selection. Even third party support is drying up. If you have a wide selection of m42 or old kmount lenses it is really fun to use. Having an awesome body but only having 2 choices for a modern autofocus portrait lens is a pain in the ass.
The sensor may be the same but the software in the camera is different. I think it is called a/d conversion. It is subtle and nuanced but the images look different between the two bodies. I prefer nikon bodies output but went with the k1 because of price and my vintage glass collection.
The k1 images look good, i'm happy with the camera but I wish I had spent the extra coin on a nikon.
ive not used it, pentax digital ….mehhhhh
Ken has said many times that there is more to it than the sensor. It is the image processing engine.
Thx! Appreciate it!