Nikon D810

MPN: VBA410AE  |  EAN: 0018208937547  |  Model: D810

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Choosist's Ratings

Nikon D810 - VBA410AE Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
DSLR Camera
Outstanding
Professional Skill Level (Photo)
Just Right
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Outstanding
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Very Good
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Advanced Skill Level (Photo)
Outstanding
Wildlife Photography
Outstanding
Event Videos
Just Right
Landscape Photography
Outstanding
Astronomy Photography
Outstanding
Home Videos
Outstanding
High FPS Videos
Outstanding
Everyday Life Photography
Outstanding
Film Making
Just Right
Events Photography
Outstanding
Time-lapse Videos
Outstanding
Sports Photography
Outstanding
Low-light Videos
Very Good
Underwater Photography
Outstanding
Travel
Outstanding
Professional Looks
Outstanding
Regular Looks
Outstanding
Camera Body Only
Outstanding
Bluetooth Connectivity
Outstanding

Kind of Camera

Getting a Digital SLR camera opens you up to a bigger world photography. With its extensive range of settings, you can now calibrate much more just before you press the shutter.

Photography Skillset

Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Nikon D810 camera would suit you adequately.

For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the D810 is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 51 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with.

To get your photos to the quality and spec that your high standards require, your camera should provide you with sufficient controls and tools to achieve this. One example is the range of Auto Focusing Modes that is available on the camera and the D810 does have a good set of options that caters for photographers with high skill levels.

For the professional photographer, the Nikon D810 makes no compromises. Calibration options on this camera are deep and varied which combines nicely with its generous Image Sensor Size (35.9 x 24 mm (mm)).

Video skill level

Casual videos - If the technicalities involved in altering video settings are not a priority, then this Nikon device is a very good option!

Even though recording videos is a passion, you're not necessarily looking to go pro. You're content with making tweaks to a couple of settings to suit the shot you're about to take. The D810 is very accessible which makes it suitable for this.

Video Scenarios

Recording every moment of the day's events is precious and this device certainly delivers. 

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Nikon D810 is a great companion to have.

Shooting your next scene - This camera has a sensor size of 35.9 x 24 mm mm which plays a large roles in handling various lighting scenarios.

Other Video needs

If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60FPS at 1080p resolutions.

Breathtaking transitions such as rolling clouds or city lights can captured as a time-lapse using the Nikon's in-built intervalometer

Low light recording can be tricky, however this camera has got what it takes to help you through that. This is because its minimum aperture number combined with it's maximum ISO sensitivity can produce crispy images with minimal noise.

Photo Scenarios

In taking those celestial photographs, the image sensor size a key component which measures at 35.9 x 24 mm (mm) for this particular camera model. You'll also want to shoot using the RAW file format to maximise the details you capture. Good news is, this camera supports that format!

As you go about your business each day, there are moments or situations that come up that you'll want to capture on camera. The Nikon D810 makes for a great partner for taking those everyday shots, whether planned or spontaneous. 

While taking those action shots during the day's event, you'll be aiming to keep your subject matter in sharp focus while they're in motion. The Auto Focus Tracking capability that comes with this camera helps with this.

Whether it's golf or tennis and everything in-between, the Tracking Focus capability in this camera allows you maintain your subject as the centre of attention even while in motion. It's Continuous Shooting Mode also helps take multiple shots in a couple of seconds allowing you assess a set of options you can pick from.

Whether its for living or non-living things, using the Nikon D810 for aquatic photos is a treat.

Sometimes while on sightseeing or on a tour, you can only observe things from a distance. Which is why the zoom capability on this camera comes in handy in that situation.

From ants to zebras, a camera for nature's mosaic needs to have a great image sensor which is why the 35.9 x 24 mm (mm) that comes with this model works well for this scenario. It comes with a Continuous Shooting Mode allowing you to take successive shots rapidly. 

If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Nikon has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. In addition, this model has the ability to select what parts of your frame you would like to focus on before you take the shot.

Style

The D810 combines style and a clever layout to create a camera that really stands out. Clean lines, high quality materials and a pristine finish ensure that this device will turn heads.

It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way.

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Technical Specifications

Nikon D810 - VBA410AE Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type DSLR
Operating Temperature (T-T) 0 - 40 °F
Product Colour Black
Camera
Aperture Priority AE Yes
Camera File System DCF 2.0, DPOF, Exif 2.3
Image Formats Supported JPEG, RAW, TIFF
Photo Effects 1
Scene Modes Portrait, Landscape (scenery)
Scene Modes Present Yes
Self-timer Delay 2, 5, 10, 20 s
Tripod Mounting Supported Yes
White Balance Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Natural White), Fluorescent (Warm White), Fluorescent (White), Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
External Flash Connector Yes
Flash Exposure Compensation Yes
Flash Exposure Correction -3EV - +1EV (1/3 EV step)
Flash Modes Manual
Flash Sync-speed 0.004 s
Shoe Mounting Point Yes
Shoe Mounting Point Type Hot
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Auto Focus (AF) Points 51
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection 1
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes Continuous Auto Focus, Servo Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus
Face Detection Yes
Focus TTL
Focus Adjustment Auto/Manual
Manual Focus Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Light Exposure
ISO Sensitivity 64, 12800
ISO Sensitivity (max) 12800
ISO Sensitivity (min) 64
Light Exposure Correction ± 1EV (1/3EV step)
Light Exposure Modes Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
Light Metering 3D Color Matrix, Center-Weighted Average, Spot, Highlight Weighted
Manual Exposure Yes
Shutter
Camera Shutter Speed 30 - 1/8000 s
Camera Shutter Type Electronic
Continuous Shooting Mode Yes
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed 1/8000 s
Shutter Priority AE Yes
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed 30 s
Video
Camcorder Media Type Compact Flash, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Full HD Yes
HD Type Full HD
Maximum Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Resolution At Capture Speed 1280x720@50fps, 1920x1080@60fps
Video Formats Supported H.264, MOV, MPEG4
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Audio
Audio Formats Supported PCM
Built-in Microphone Yes
Headphone Output Type 3.5
Headphone Outputs 1
Microphone In Yes
Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Microphone Port - Size 3.5
Lens System
Interchangeable Lens Present 1
Lens Mount Interface Nikon F
Storage
Compatible Memory Cards CF, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Display
Built-in Display Yes
Display TFT
Display Diagonal 3.2
Display Resolution 640 x 480 pixels
Display Resolution (numeric) 1228800 pixels
Viewfinder
Diopter Adjustment (D-D) -3 - 1
Diopter Correction Yes
Magnification 0.7 x
Optical Viewfinder Yes
Viewfinder Type Optical
Sensor
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 35.9 x 24 mm
Megapixel 36.3 MP
Sensor Format Full-frame
Sensor Type CMOS
Total Megapixels 37.09 MP
Other Features
Interval Recording 1
PictBridge Yes
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI (Mini) Ports Quantity 1
HDMI Connector Type C
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB Connector Micro-USB
USB Connector Type B
USB Version 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1)
Battery
Battery Technology Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Type EN-EL15
Number Of Batteries Supported 1
Power Source Type Battery
Packaging Content
AC Adapter Included Yes
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 123 mm
Height 81.5 mm
Weight 880 g
Weight (including Battery) 980 g
Width 146 mm
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 7360 x 4912 pixels