Pros : Rugged build; Excellent controls; Extremely high resolution; Dual cards; Surprising high ISO performance.

Solid build; Excellent controls; positioned well; 51-point AF; Extremely high resolution; Excellent image quality; Excellent dynamic range; Surprising high ISO performance; DX crop mode produces 15.4-megapixel images; Automatic CA reduction; Optional Vignette and Distortion correction (for most D

Camera may capture too much detail for some; Resolution makes focus; lens quality and technique more critical; File sizes are extremely large (though there are options to reduce them at reduced quality; Auto and Incandescent White Balance too warm indoors; Somewhat slow autofocus for a professional

With an astounding 36.3MP sensor, uncompressed video output over HDMI, and full frame sensor, the D800 has become a top contender for the best DSLR for video on the market today.

Full frame sensor; Convenient button placement and functions; 36.3MP photographs; Manual audio controls; Dual card slots; Uncompressed video via HDMI port

Small grip; Slow still image shooting speed

Of course, you risk color flaws, but testers rarely see any, and even then they aren't really noticeable. DPReview.com and other top sources recommend the D800E just as highly as the D800, especially for portrait photographers who can work at the optimal apertures.

Unheard-of resolution; Outstanding images; even in low light; Dual CF/SD card slots; Sharp HD video

Many complaints of faulty left autofocus; Slow burst shooting; Behemoth full-res files gobble memory; Clunky user settings

Promising extremely high-resolution images, the Nikon D800 doesn't disappoint; better yet, its high-ISO performance surprised us, able to produce a good 8 x 10-inch print even at ISO 25,600. Well-designed and built, the Nikon D800 is a premium performer that easily earns its selling price.

Solid build; Excellent controls; positioned well; 51-point AF; Extremely high resolution; Excellent image quality; Excellent dynamic range; Surprising high ISO performance; DX crop mode produces 15.4-megapixel images; Automatic CA reduction; Optional Vignette and Distortion correction (for most D

Camera may capture too much detail for some; Resolution makes focus; lens quality and technique more critical; File sizes are extremely large (though there are options to reduce them at reduced quality; Auto and Incandescent White Balance too warm indoors; Somewhat slow autofocus for a professional

The Nikon D800 is a beast of a camera, an extraordinarily high-resolution anachronism dropped into a supposedly post-megapixel world . The 36.3-megapixel sensor of the D800 defines it; it is the camera's greatest asset, making it one of the most flexible, enjoyable cameras we've ever shot with.

Expansive 36.3-megapixel resolution gives amazing flexibility; Solid handling and ergonomics while shooting; Plenty of manual control makes rapid adjustments easy

Left side AF issues are real and troublesome

Feb 7th. Nikon has today announced the ground breaking enthusiast and professional oriented Nikon D800 FX format full frame digital SLR camera incorporating an impressive 36MP CMOS sensor rivaling medium format output quality. The Nikon D800 serves as an update to the popular Nikon D700.

This is a 36 megapixel full frame DSLR that supersedes the 12mp D700. We tested it with the 24–70mm and the 85mm Nikkor lenses. Construction is to Nikon's highest standards and the ergonomics are brilliant. Ever major function is accessible from knobs, buttons and wheels on the camera body.

The Nikon D700 was the last great pre-video DSLR. It was an excellent and very boring camera. Nikon's newest, a $US3000 body called the D800, introduces two major features: HD video and a 36MP sensor.

Nikon has thrown a curve ball with the D800, aimed at the serious shooter. Slotting mid-range in their pro line-up it stands out for its whopping 36.3 megapixels, high video specs and reasonable price.

Ergonomically comfortable; Fast; vibrant images; Format memory card on camera body outside of menu; Video capabilities

Only 4 frames per second continuous shooting; Autofocus mechanism dominates audio when shooting movies

What follows is a quick overview of the video capabilities of the Nikon D800. Read our comprehensive analysis and testing results in greater detail at DigitalCameraInfo.com . Introduction It's fair to say Nikon has improved the video performance on its DSLRs quite a bit since the launch of the...