Nikon D800E

High-resolution full-frame DSLR without optical low-pass filter

Nikon D800E
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Nikon
Model 1521

Key Features

SENSOR 36.3MP FX-format CMOS sensor without optical low-pass filter
PROCESSOR EXPEED 3 image processing engine
AUTOFOCUS Multi-CAM 3500FX 51-point AF system with 15 cross-type sensors
PHASE DETECTION Dedicated phase-detection sensor module
VIDEO 1080p Full HD at 30/25/24 fps, uncompressed HDMI output
STABILIZATION None (lens-based stabilization required)
BURST RATE 4 fps in FX format, up to 6 fps in DX crop
VIEWFINDER Eye-level pentaprism, approx 100% coverage, 0.7x magnification
DISPLAY 3.2-inch 921k-dot TFT LCD, fixed
CONNECTIVITY USB 3.0, HDMI mini, mic/headphone jacks, 10-pin terminal
MEMORY CARD Dual slots: 1x CompactFlash (UDMA 7), 1x SD (UHS-I)
WEATHER SEALING Magnesium alloy body with extensive weather and dust resistance
BATTERY LIFE Approx 900 shots per charge (EN-EL15)

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Nikon D800E

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ~ Limited Mode button + Command dial
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Via command dials
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited Via command dials
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 D800E

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Nikon D800E 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 D800E

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Technical Specification

Sensor 36.3MP Full-frame CMOS
Resolution 7360 x 4912
ISO Range 100-6400 (expandable to 50-25600)
Autofocus 51-point AF system
Shutter Speed 1/8000 to 30 sec
Burst Rate 4 fps
Video 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p)
Stabilization None
Viewfinder Optical Pentaprism
LCD 3.2-inch Fixed
Memory Card CF + SD
Connectivity USB 3.0, HDMI, Mic, Headphone
Battery Life 900 shots
Weight 900g (body only)
Dimensions 146 x 123 x 82 mm