The Nikon D810 became a logical continuation of the popular D800 and D800E models. The start of sales of the device in our country fell on July 2014. According to representatives of the manufacturing company, none of its other cameras can boast of such impressive image quality.
General Description
The camera itself is a classic reflex camera. Despite the fact that relatively light materials are used in the production of the case, its weight is 830 grams. This allows you to balance a rather heavy lens, which is a very important nuance when shooting with the Nikon D810. A review of the line of latest devices from this manufacturer is a clear confirmation that the new product has an almost identical design with its predecessor, the D800 model. The novelty is equipped with an FX-matrix of 36.3 megapixels without an optical filter for low frequencies. According to the developers, all changes to the camera were made solely based on feedback from the owners of the device. Significant deficienciesthe novelty does not. The only thing that can cause criticism from a modern user is the absence of such a high-class Wi-Fi module in the device.
Ergonomics and build quality
The build quality is also fantastic. The body of the Nikon D810 is made of magnesium alloy, which gives the impression of high strength. It is completely sealed. An interesting innovation compared to the previous modification was the use of separate rubber plugs (and not one common, as before) for all connectors and slots to protect against moisture ingress. The location of the main control keys has also changed slightly. These improvements can hardly be called significant and, with a cursory review, may even go unnoticed. Whatever it was, they all had a positive effect.
Screen
The Nikon D810 display is also considered to be a significant advantage of the camera. An overview of the camera market shows that the screens of only a few of them can boast of similar parameters. The size of its diagonal remained the same - 3.2 inches, but the image quality has improved significantly. The resolution is 1.23 million dpi. Along with this, it should be noted that the changes were made to the structure of the pixels. In particular, instead of the usual RGB matrix, the model uses an RGBW screen. The addition of a white sub-pixel made it possible to increase the maximum brightness of the display and at the same time reduce the amount of energy consumption. Among other things, its color reproduction and contrast have significantly increased. In order to counteract fogging due to a sharp temperature drop, the space between the matrix and the protective glass is filled with a special gel. Brightness, color saturation and gamma are automatically adjusted by the ambient light sensor.
Basic controls
As noted above, the layout of the main controls is in many ways similar to the previous version of the Nikon D810 camera. Feedback from buyers of the device and experts characterize it as very convenient. The focus mode switch has two positions - AF and M. All current settings are displayed on the top screen and in the viewfinder. The Fn and PV buttons on the front panel have become smaller and rounder. A bracketing key and an additional hole for connecting a microphone are installed nearby. Buttons for changing the mode and metering are located on the back. Here you can also find a two-way mode selector.
Auto focus and shooting
Shooting speed at maximum resolution is 5 frames per second. If the framing mode is activated, it will increase to 6 frames per second. In its price segment in this indicator, Nikon D810 is considered one of the leaders. A review of competing cameras is another confirmation of this. The auto focus speed is excellent. This is especially true of the Live View mode. The developers managed to achieve this largely due to the use of a module in the camera, which is used in more expensive models. At the same time, one cannotnote the 51-point focusing system, which boasts high performance even in poor lighting conditions. Moreover, 15 cross-type points are involved in the device system. This means that the difference in contrast is analyzed along both the vertical and horizontal axes.
Image quality
Already at the first glance at the pictures taken with this camera, their highest quality becomes obvious (an example of Nikon D810 Sample is given below). The developers managed to achieve such an impressive result, largely due to the increase in the iSO hardware range. The spectrum size for the novelty ranges from 64 to 12,800 units. Its maximum indicator in comparison with its predecessor has doubled. It is impossible not to note the simply incredible resolution of the images. Details are excellent even at high ISO settings. As numerous examples of photos taken with the Nikon D810 show, the color reproduction on them is slightly shifted towards blue. Be that as it may, even skin tones look quite natural. The average size of a photo taken at maximum quality is 25 megabytes, and its dimensions are 7360 x 4912 pixels. The main thing to keep in mind is that you need good lenses to get high quality images.
Video shooting
The device provides the ability to shoot video in Full HD format with five different frequency levelsframes per second and two levels of quality. At the same time, the videos are accompanied by stereo sound. The longest recording time in normal quality is 30 minutes, and in high quality is 20 minutes. These restrictions do not apply when shooting by connecting an external recorder using an HDMI cable. An innovation in the Nikon D810 is the presence of an advanced image control mode. It is used to obtain the maximum dynamic range. As practice shows, the built-in microphone is not enough to create professional videos, so you need to use an auxiliary device. In order to monitor the sound quality during the creation of videos, the manufacturer has provided the ability to connect headphones. As in any other modern camera, there is a button for direct start of video shooting. It can be found right next to the shutter button.
Flash
Unlike its main competitors, the camera is equipped with a built-in retractable flash. The developers have provided for it a number of possibilities. In particular, it can be synchronized on the rear or front curtain, act as a leader, and also work with manual or automatic activation. In addition, the flash is equipped with a red-eye reduction function.
Night shooting
Night shooting characteristics are at a fairly high level in the new Nikon D810 camera. The device supports exposure up to thirty seconds. In addition, herea mode is provided, when activated, shooting can be carried out throughout the entire period of time while the shutter button is pressed. This can be very useful when taking pictures at night. In addition, the user can independently adjust the noise reduction function, which can reduce the likelihood of so-called hot pixels to almost zero.
Battery
The Nikon D810 uses the same rechargeable battery as the D800E. It is designed to create 1200 photos without additional recharging. It should be noted that for such devices, this can be called a decent indicator. In addition, the battery pack is interchangeable with that of the D4.
Conclusion
Without a doubt, the Nikon D810 can be a dream camera for beginners and professional photographers alike. Regardless of the location of the shooting, be it nature or a studio, the user will receive high-quality photos. This can explain the fact that the cost of the device in the salons of domestic stores starts at 130 thousand rubles. In this case, we are talking about the price of the body alone, without taking into account the investment in the lens. However, as evidenced by numerous expert reviews, the camera is really worth the money. And for a true professional, such an amount cannot be called very scary for such a serious device. The camera surpasses its predecessor in many ways, and itsthe acquisition will no doubt be a significant step forward.
