D850

I got the D850 a few weeks ago after waiting for it to become more readily available as an in stock item. Already own a D500 so I was not in major rush.There is not much I can add that others haven´t already said, but this camera is a sheer delight to own. Quality and sense of robustness are top tier not to mention available functionality and image quality. Owning a D500 I had zero learning curve with the D850 feeling immediately familiar in every respect, but with a few added features such as touch screen menu selection, focus stacking, auto picture control and so forth. I plan to keep both cameras using each according to their individual strengths. I mainly use the D850 for landscape and portrait. Many reflect concerns with the large file size, and I also shared this concern initially. 14-bit lossless compressed NEF files average around 50MB, just over twice the size of typical files from my D500. I do the majority of my post-processing using LR mobile on iPad Pro but still use LR classic on desktop computer especially to create camera/lens profiles and so forth. I was concerned that D850 files would bog the processing down on the iPad and desktop, but I was pleasantly surprised how well both LR mobile and classic handles the files. Sure processing is slower than with D500 files, no doubt about that, but still quite acceptable. It can take several seconds for images to reach full resolution, original format, but process is cleverly handled by lightroom making perceived processing speed acceptable in my opinion.

Must admit I was a little ´´perturbed´´ when the stellar Z7 reviews started to emerge, so quickly after I made a committment to the D850. To some extent this robbed me of my sense of delight with the D850, but I quickly got over that. I plan to keep the D850 for a good few years but will continue to monitor mirrorless developments. Perhaps when 2nd or 3rd iteration of Nikon mirrorless emerges I might be tempted over ;-)

I acquired the D850 to copy my wife´s artwork for reproduction and archiving. The increase in resolution over my D810 allowed me to stay with Nikon (user for over 40 years) instead of opting for a medium format camera. The files are large, however we both have increased our computer power to handle editing and storage. The D850 does the job in faithfully reproducing this cherished collection.

I owned a D200 for years which I never took full advantage of. Bought the D850 with a 20mm 1.8f and 50mm 1.8f lens. I have used the 20 mm almost exclusively and love the combination. I have deliberately shot fast action, low light, regular, non-regular pictures. The camera is taking incredible pictures. I am really enjoying the extra investment to get this camera.

I just got it on 10/20/2018 tried to take pictures last week. I am very impress with the result. I own D810, but D850 is above D810. I really satisfy with this camera and it is the best DSLR I have, I love it.

Love that I can focus at 100% in the live view screen. Excellent resolution.

From the beginning, I was able to get fantastic pictures. As I learned about the various controls, I have found how how much fun this hobby is.

This camera contains both video/audio and still photography in a lightweight, easy to use, quality camera. Being able to use one camera for an event was great. I was able to switch between getting video and stills with ease. I could even take pictures while in video mode, although the ratio is the ratio of the video and not your standard still shot. Getting the camera setup was a breeze. The touch interface makes getting around in the settings very easy. I am looking forward to many great years with the D850.

I had the D750 for about 3 years and many thousands of pictures, but I fell in love with the capabilities of the D850 and i traded up. No regrets so far. It is a true upgrade from the D750, not just cosmetic. Better ability to focus in low light situations, many more pixels to be able to crop your pictures as needed. Same lens mount so you can use all of your current lenses. No more losing the eyepiece as was the case with the D750. The design is similar to the D500 which I also own, so it is basically seamless to switch from one camera to the other as needed when shooting.

Absolutely fantastic camera in every way. It is like Nikon took all the complaints and feedback on the D750 and D810 and came up with the D850. Everything is perfectly where you want it. And the features like focus stacking and a highlighted-weighted feature which blows my mind. I was considering to spend my money on the new mirrorless Z7, but I´m glad I decided to get the D850 now, which of course I can use all my same lenses from my D750. Nikon really made the mark with this camera. Its definitely the pro camera I´ve been waiting for. Love it so much!