Nikon D850

The ultimate high-resolution full-frame DSLR powerhouse

Nikon D850
84/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 18
Performance 18
Durability 19
Price 12
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model 1585

Key Features

SENSOR 45.7MP Full-frame BSI CMOS sensor without OLPF
PROCESSOR EXPEED 5 image processor for high-speed processing
AUTOFOCUS 153-point AF system with 99 cross-type sensors
PHASE DETECTION Dedicated phase-detection AF sensor module
VIDEO 4K UHD at 30p, 8K time-lapse capability
STABILIZATION None (relies on lens-based VR)
BURST RATE 7 fps (up to 9 fps with battery grip)
VIEWFINDER Optical viewfinder with 0.75x magnification
DISPLAY 3.2-inch 2.36m-dot tilting touchscreen LCD
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB 3.0, HDMI, mic/headphone ports
MEMORY CARD Dual slots: 1x XQD/CFexpress Type B, 1x SD UHS-II
WEATHER SEALING Full weather-sealed magnesium alloy chassis
BATTERY LIFE 1,840 shots per charge (EN-EL15a)

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Nikon D850

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✗ Not Present Uses Mode button + Command dial
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Command dials control aperture
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited Command dials control shutter
AF-ON Button ✓ Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present Dedicated dial

How-to Use Nikon D850

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Nikon D850 Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Nikon D850

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Technical Specification

Sensor Full-frame BSI CMOS
Resolution 45.7 Megapixels
ISO Range 64-25,600 (expandable to 32-102,400)
Autofocus 153-point Multi-CAM 20K
Shutter Speed 1/8000 to 30 sec
Burst Rate 7 fps (9 fps with MB-D18)
Video 4K UHD 30p
Stabilization None
Viewfinder Pentaprism, 100% coverage
LCD 3.2-inch tilting touchscreen
Memory Card XQD/CFexpress + SD UHS-II
Connectivity USB 3.0, HDMI, Mic, Headphone
Battery Life 1,840 shots
Weight 1005g (with battery and card)
Dimensions 146 x 124 x 78.5 mm