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May 26, 2017 11:05:18   #
SummerHaze
 
Hey just checking this out to see if it's legit. I've been delving in pretty deep the past year into photography. And last fall I decided to go back to school where I am majoring in digital imaging emerging arts. I'm still working with my Nikon D5200 which I found for myself to be a great starting point. But now I I'm ready for a full frame lens, I've had my eye on the D810 now for a while just saving 🙂 But I would like some feedback if possible on any thoughts on the d810 or any camera that you recommend ( that's not too far off the price of the d810) and I understand the battle between canon and Nikon at this point I've got a lot invested in Nikon lens and feel comfortable with Nikon. Hope to hear some feed back thanks!

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May 26, 2017 11:12:14   #
SteveLew Loc: Sugar Land, TX
 
While the D810 is a wonderful camera you may want to take a hard look at the D750. Both cameras are FF. You did not say what type of photography that you spend the most time shooting. If landscape is your choice then the D810 would be best. Most other forms of photography the D750 may satisfy your needs.

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May 26, 2017 12:17:21   #
rgrenaderphoto Loc: Hollywood, CA
 
The D810 is a freaking amazing camera. The quality and depth of my images increased exponentally with the D810

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VR7Kjeq2aH4

Plus, check the Nikon store, they have refurbished D810 bodies $2,444 with 10% off.

http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/refurbished-dslr-cameras/d810-refurbished.html

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May 26, 2017 12:40:52   #
MT Shooter Loc: Montana
 
SummerHaze wrote:
Hey just checking this out to see if it's legit. I've been delving in pretty deep the past year into photography. And last fall I decided to go back to school where I am majoring in digital imaging emerging arts. I'm still working with my Nikon D5200 which I found for myself to be a great starting point. But now I I'm ready for a full frame lens, I've had my eye on the D810 now for a while just saving 🙂 But I would like some feedback if possible on any thoughts on the d810 or any camera that you recommend ( that's not too far off the price of the d810) and I understand the battle between canon and Nikon at this point I've got a lot invested in Nikon lens and feel comfortable with Nikon. Hope to hear some feed back thanks!
Hey just checking this out to see if it's legit. I... (show quote)

You need to keep in mind the your D5200 uses DX crop sensor lenses, and while they will WORK on the D810 you will be less than satisfied with the results. That 36 MP sensor needs GOOD FX glass to bring out its full potential.
Good luck.

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May 26, 2017 12:52:29   #
BebuLamar
 
The price for the D810 is right at the moment

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May 26, 2017 13:19:46   #
GoofyNewfie Loc: Kansas City
 
Love my 810!
It's awesome.
The interface is the same as the D200 and 300 I used previously.

Only a few issues with it.
Wish I could choose a smaller raw size as I don't need 36 mp all the time. Those big files take a while to download.

I've tried renting the D750 but the local rental place has them rented all the time. Would like to have a flip-out LCD like my Olympus for high and low angle shots. The D750's layout is probably closer to what you are using now.

As others have said, using the best lenses will make a difference.

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May 27, 2017 06:05:15   #
jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY
 
SummerHaze wrote:
Hey just checking this out to see if it's legit. I've been delving in pretty deep the past year into photography. And last fall I decided to go back to school where I am majoring in digital imaging emerging arts. I'm still working with my Nikon D5200 which I found for myself to be a great starting point. But now I I'm ready for a full frame lens, I've had my eye on the D810 now for a while just saving 🙂 But I would like some feedback if possible on any thoughts on the d810 or any camera that you recommend ( that's not too far off the price of the d810) and I understand the battle between canon and Nikon at this point I've got a lot invested in Nikon lens and feel comfortable with Nikon. Hope to hear some feed back thanks!
Hey just checking this out to see if it's legit. I... (show quote)


I never had any interest in the D8xx line. Instead, I love my D750 - both of them. Look at some comparison sites.

Read comparisons and specs, and decide what features are important to you.
(Reviews) https://www.youtube.com/user/TheCameraStoreTV/videos
http://www.cameradecision.com/
http://cameras.reviewed.com/
http://camerasize.com/
http://www.imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP/COMPS01.HTM
http://snapsort.com/compare
http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/cameras?utm_campaign=internal-link&utm_source=mainmenu&utm_medium=text&ref=mainmenu

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May 27, 2017 06:48:06   #
Howard5252 Loc: New York / Florida (now)
 
rgrenaderphoto wrote:
The D810 is a freaking amazing camera. The quality and depth of my images increased exponentally with the D810

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VR7Kjeq2aH4


I recently bought the D810 and am still in the learning mode; that YouTube video by Tony Northrup is a really good one. He holds the camera and makes all of the adjustments in real time and it is easy to follow along. Thanks for the link.

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May 27, 2017 06:54:30   #
rdubreuil Loc: Dummer, NH USA
 
GoofyNewfie wrote:
Love my 810!
It's awesome.
The interface is the same as the D200 and 300 I used previously.

Only a few issues with it.
Wish I could choose a smaller raw size as I don't need 36 mp all the time. Those big files take a while to download.

I've tried renting the D750 but the local rental place has them rented all the time. Would like to have a flip-out LCD like my Olympus for high and low angle shots. The D750's layout is probably closer to what you are using now.

As others have said, using the best lenses will make a difference.
Love my 810! br It's awesome. br The interface is... (show quote)


Your D810 does have the capability to reduce your raw file size, raw small 12 bit. See pages 81-85 of your manual.



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May 27, 2017 07:05:36   #
AZNikon Loc: Mesa, AZ
 
GoofyNewfie wrote:

I've tried renting the D750 but the local rental place has them rented all the time.

Could this be because it's a great camera? Just sayin'...

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May 27, 2017 07:21:51   #
RickL Loc: Vail, Az
 
I have a D810 and it is an amazing camera. I have used mine for wildlife in action, macro work and birds. I also have the D7000 and there is no comparison in the quality of shots.
As to lenses, you can use vintage film lenses,Dx and Fx. The quality photo even with a dx lens is very good. Some of the best pro photographers call it the best camera built to date. You cannot go wrong.

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May 27, 2017 07:31:36   #
billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
 
SummerHaze wrote:
Hey just checking this out to see if it's legit. I've been delving in pretty deep the past year into photography. And last fall I decided to go back to school where I am majoring in digital imaging emerging arts. I'm still working with my Nikon D5200 which I found for myself to be a great starting point. But now I I'm ready for a full frame lens, I've had my eye on the D810 now for a while just saving 🙂 But I would like some feedback if possible on any thoughts on the d810 or any camera that you recommend ( that's not too far off the price of the d810) and I understand the battle between canon and Nikon at this point I've got a lot invested in Nikon lens and feel comfortable with Nikon. Hope to hear some feed back thanks!
Hey just checking this out to see if it's legit. I... (show quote)


Currently Nikon is really giving great Rebates on that camera. That said the D820 is just around the corner. That said the D810 should deliver high quality images for years and years and years and years.

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May 27, 2017 07:40:59   #
joer Loc: Colorado/Illinois
 
The D810 is a very good camera and to get the full potential from the 36MP sensor you need excellent lenses. However just about any lens has better optical performance when used with it. If you are satisfied with the lens on your current camera it will be even better on the D810.

I've use the D810 since its release, but don't take my word for it, check the numbers on DXO Lens.

There are currently very few cameras in the same league. However, its not the best for action or sports. The D500 or D5 are better choices.

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May 27, 2017 08:13:46   #
GoofyNewfie Loc: Kansas City
 
bobbennett wrote:
Could this be because it's a great camera? Just sayin'...


That's what they say.
Wedding photogs love them.

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May 27, 2017 08:21:12   #
JennT Loc: South Central PA
 
I have the D800 and the d810-- getting ready to trade in the d800 and the dx 7100 The 810 is--hands down the best camera I have EVER used--- since childhood--

have sold off the (2) d70, (s) D200's the
d300---- and a bunch of others sorry--can't compare to the D750 as I never tried it---

I mostly do macro work, sometimes landscapes, and often birds----- and yes, never mind the kit lenses---

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