Nikon D850 | A Monster of a Camera

Nikon announced the formal launch of it's new full frame SLR - the 45.7 MP D850 which has specs far advanced than the current series of Nikon cameras. The specs of the D850 are given below and they are very impressive.  The options for three sizes of raw files depending on need, ISO going from 64-25,600, full weather sealing, advanced autofocus system, 7 fps which is commendable with a 45.7 mp sensor, 4K video capability.

However on the flip side is the body weight 915 grams and the price a wopping $3300 body only! Professionals would definitely buy this body instead of the D810 or D750 in the full frame space. It remains to be seen how the Nikon flagships like the D5 fare against this new monster of a camera!

Nikon D850 Specifications

• Sensor: 45.7 MP FX BSI Sensor, 4.35µ pixel size
• Sensor Size: 35.9 x 23.9mm
• Resolution: 8256 x 5504
• Native ISO Sensitivity: 64-25,600
• Boost Low ISO Sensitivity: 32
• Boost High ISO Sensitivity: 51,200-102,400
• RAW Formats: 45.7 MP (Full Size), 25.6 MP (Medium Size / mRAW), 11.4 MP (Small Size / sRAW)
• mRAW / sRAW File Support: 12-bit lossless compressed
• Processor: EXPEED 5
• Metering System: 181,000-pixel RGB Meter
• Dust Reduction: Yes
• Weather Sealing/Protection: Yes
• Body Build: Full Magnesium Alloy
• Shutter: 1/8000 – 30 seconds
• Shutter Durability: 200,000 cycles, self-diagnostic shutter
• Storage: 1x XQD slot and 1x SD slot (UHS-II compatible)
• Viewfinder Coverage: 100%
• Viewfinder Magnification: 0.75x
• Speed: 7 fps, 9 fps with optional MB-D18 battery grip
• Built-in Flash: No
• Autofocus System: Multi-CAM 20K AF sensor
• AF Sensitivity: -4 EV at the center point
• AF Detection: Up to f/8 with 15 focus points
• LCD Screen: touch-enabled 3.2 inch diagonal tilting LCD with 2,359K dots
• Movie Modes: 4K UHS @ 30 fps max
• Slow Motion HD Video: Yes
• Movie Exposure Control: Full
• Movie Output: MOV, MP4
• Time Lapse: 4K and 8K Timelapse
• In-Camera HDR Capability: Yes
• GPS: Not built-in, requires GP-1 GPS unit
• WiFi: Built-in
• Illuminated Buttons: Yes
• Focus Stacking Feature: Yes
• Focus Peaking for Stills and Video: Yes
• Wireless Radio Flash Control: Yes
• Silent Photography Mode in Live View: Yes
• Bluetooth: Built-in
• Battery Type: EN-EN15a
• Battery Life: 1840 shots (CIPA)
• USB Standard: 3.0
• Weight: 915g
• Dimensions: 146 x 124 x 79mm
• Price: $3,299.95 MSRP

For more information on the D850 do visit http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/dslr-cameras/d850.html