Nikon D800 DSLR Camera (Body Only)

The Nikon D800 is a high-resolution, professional-grade full-frame DSLR introduced in 2012, built for photographers who demand end results of the highest quality alongside superior performance, speed, and handling. At the time of its release, its groundbreaking pixel count let a moderately sized full-frame body go toe-to-toe with medium-format cameras at a fraction of their price, while offering a significantly more advanced feature set than its D700 predecessor, particularly around video.

At the core of the D800 is a 36.3MP FX-format (full-frame) CMOS sensor, offering an ISO range of 100-6400, expandable to 50-25600, allowing confident handheld shooting even in demanding low light despite the sensor’s high pixel density. This resolution supports sharp prints up to roughly 31 x 20 inches at 240 DPI, along with substantial cropping flexibility for commercial, wedding, and landscape work. Autofocus is handled by a 51-point Phase-Detect AF system with real-time tracking that follows a moving subject within the frame, along with Nikon’s Advanced Scene Recognition System, built around a 91,000-pixel RGB metering sensor for refined exposure, white balance, and subject-tracking accuracy. Continuous shooting reaches approximately 4fps at full resolution.

The mechanical shutter offers a speed range of 1/8000 to 30 seconds plus bulb mode for long exposures, and dual control dials give direct access to most exposure parameters, appealing to advanced and professional photographers. Video capability was a defining strength at launch, with Full HD 1080p recording at 30/25/24p and stereo sound, along with inputs for external stereo microphones and headphones, a peak audio meter display, clean HDMI output, and a DX crop mode that maximizes compatible NIKKOR lens selection and effective angle of view for video work.

Handling centers on an extra-large reflex optical viewfinder offering 0.70x magnification and 100% frame coverage, giving photographers a bright, accurate composing experience. Build quality includes weatherproof construction that protects against adverse weather, dust, and moisture, consistent with the D800’s professional-tier positioning. The D800 uses Nikon’s F-mount lens system, giving it access to Nikon’s extensive range of FX and DX-format lenses developed across decades.

Key Features
– 36.3MP FX-format (full-frame) CMOS sensor
– ISO 100-6400 (expandable to 50-25600)
– 51-point Phase-Detect autofocus with real-time tracking
– Advanced Scene Recognition System (91,000-pixel RGB metering sensor)
– Approximately 4fps continuous shooting
– Mechanical shutter, 1/8000 to 30 sec plus bulb
– Dual control dials for direct exposure access
– Full HD 1080p video at 30/25/24p with stereo sound
– External mic/headphone inputs, peak audio meter, clean HDMI output
– DX crop mode for video
– Extra-large optical viewfinder (0.70x magnification, 100% coverage)
– Weatherproof (dust- and moisture-resistant) construction
– Nikon F-mount lens compatibility (FX and DX lenses)