D800s rumors... Me Likey!

astroNikon · Jun 18, 2014

First (fake?) picture of the Nikon D810 | Nikon Rumors

shows a separate ISO dial on the top. so no button to push ,just a dial like aperture and SS
but apparently a fake picture

shadowlands · Jun 18, 2014

Why can't they get the D800/810 to 8 frames per second?
That's one thing I adore about my D300 & D700.

astroNikon · Jun 18, 2014

shadowlands said:
Why can't they get the D800/810 to 8 frames per second?
That's one thing I adore about my D300 & D700.

That was the other reason I was leaning to the d700 .. knowing I was going to use it for my kids sports.
my d7000 is 6fps, the d600 is 5.5fps .. I would love 8 or 9 fps for my next camera

shadowlands · Jun 18, 2014

astroNikon said:
shadowlands said:

Why can't they get the D800/810 to 8 frames per second?
That's one thing I adore about my D300 & D700.

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That was the other reason I was leaning to the d700 .. knowing I was going to use it for my kids sports.
my d7000 is 6fps, the d600 is 5.5fps .. I would love 8 or 9 fps for my next camera

Same here. I'm spoiled by the 8 frames a second...

ruifo · Jun 24, 2014

Looks like it is really coming this week:

Nikon D810 announcement this week | Nikon Rumors

Nikon is rumored to reveal their new D810 DSLR camera this week. The official announcement should be on June 26. In the US we can expect the new camera tonight (Tuesday) or tomorrow around midnight EST (Wednesday or Thursday morning European time). I do not have any additional information to report at this point (see the rumored specifications here).

Read more on NikonRumors.com: Nikon D810 announcement this week | Nikon Rumors

hamlet · Jun 25, 2014

Some more news: Nikon D810 leaks hours before the official announcement

Specs:

the UK price will be £2,700 (around $4,580, the US price should be lower)
sensor: 36.3MP (new sensor?)
LCD screen: 3.2" (1,299K dots) with new split-screen mode
card slots: CF + SDXC
Expeed 4 image processing engine
no optical low pass filter (OLPF)
ISO 32-51200 in extended mode, ISO 64-12800 in regular mode
shutter speed range: 1/8000-30s
improved auto-focus (including Group Area AF mode for the D4s)
no 4k video
video recording: added 50/60p
redesigned shutter with new kevlar/carbon fibre-composite unit; reduced shutter lag; quieter operation
the metering mode button is moved to the main control dial
improved grip

ruifo · Jun 25, 2014

Here is the full licked review from the UK:
- Nikon D810: DOCX format (220KB)
- Nikon D810: PDF format (11.6 MB)

Braineack · Jun 25, 2014

shadowlands said:
Why can't they get the D800/810 to 8 frames per second?
That's one thing I adore about my D300 & D700.

7fps for a 16mp file aint shabby.

ruifo · Jun 25, 2014

Done. Anounced:
Nikon D810 official announcement | Nikon Rumors

The Nikon D810 is now officially announced. The price of the camera is $3,296.95. Pre-order links will be online shortly (in 2-3 hours). This post will be updated multiple times in the next few hours Refresh your browser for the latest information.

Product Description
Harness the power of extreme resolution, jaw-dropping image quality and huge dynamic range in both stills and Full HD 1080p video applications. A newly designed 36.3 megapixel FX-format full-frame image sensor with no optical low-pass filter is paired with the thrilling performance of EXPEED 4 for staggering detail retention, noise-free images from ISO 64 to ISO 12,800, fast frame rates, cinematic video capabilities, in-camera editing features and outstanding energy efficiency. For still and multimedia photographers, The D810 will ignite your creativity and help you capture images that astound. For cinematographers and camera operators, the D810 will become one of the most versatile tools in your arsenal. The D810 will expand your vision and make you rethink whats possible.

The evolution of high resolution
One look at the jaw-dropping image quality possible with the D810 and you'll never look at image quality the same way. The level of detail and sharpness, the wide dynamic range and rich tonality in nearly any light is simply staggering—almost unimaginable until now. For still and multimedia photographers including landscape, studio, wedding and portrait pros, the D810 will ignite your creativity and help you capture images that astound. For cinematographers and camera operators, the D810 will become one of the most versatile and important tools in your arsenal. With meticulous autofocus, fast frame rates and image processing, smaller file formats, excellent energy efficiency and exciting new capabilities for all manners of shooting, the D810 expands your vision and lets you rethink what’s possible.

The bar has been raised
The D810 truly raises the bar for image quality and dynamic range. An all-new FX-format full-frame image sensor design36.3-megapixels with no optical low-pass filteris paired with Nikon's innovative EXPEED 4 image processing for flawless detail retention from snow white to pitch black, beautiful noise-free images from ISO 64 to ISO 12,800, an extremely wide dynamic range, flattering well-saturated skin tones and much more. The combination reveals the true optical precision of NIKKOR lenses, which provide flawless rendering even at these pixel counts. For those seeking the ultimate in D-SLR image quality, the D810 delivers.

Take productions to the next level - outstanding on TV, video and film sets
The D810 is the full-frame D-SLR that cinematographers, camera operators and multimedia photographers have been waiting for. Bring the camera's remarkable image quality and dynamic range to 1080p videos recorded at 60/50/30/25/24p uncompressed to an external device, compressed to an internal CF/SD card or both simultaneously. Move between dark and light scenes without any iris or frame-rate adjustments thanks to ISO Auto Adjust. Smoothly change a shot's depth of field with power iris control. Shoot in a flat picture style that enhances dynamic range and streamlines post-production work. Even enjoy broadcast-caliber audio control right in the camera. Let the D810 and the vast collection of NIKKOR lenses take your production to the next level.

Where speed and accuracy converge
The D810 performs with astounding speed and precision. Capture 5 fps at full resolution and in 5:4 crop mode, 6 fps in 1:2 crop mode and 7 fps in DX-crop mode*. Enjoy tack-sharp focuscrucial in high-resolution imagesthanks to an Advanced Multi-CAM 3500FX AF sensor that uses 51 focus points, including 15 cross-type sensors, 11 of which work all the way to f/8, plus a new Group Area AF. Internal vibration has been nearly eliminated with a newly designed sequencer mechanism and Electronic Front Curtain Shutter system. You can even quickly spot-check your focus by zooming in 46x on the large 3.2-inch 1,229k-dot display with RGBW alignment and monitor highlights during video capture with zebra striping right in the display. The D810 is as nimble as it is precise.  *When using optional MB-D12 battery pack and EN-EL18a battery (for up to 100 jpeg shots)

Liberating versatility
The D810 is a versatile camera for versatile shooters. Produce stunning star-trail images with unlimited continuous shootingcapture images for as long as your battery or memory card will allow. Create smooth, even time-lapse sequences thanks to new Exposure Smoothing. Preserve details in both the shadowy and bright areas of stage performances and other spot-lit situations with Highlight-weighted Metering. Use the D810's pop-up flash as a Commander for Nikon's Creative Light Systema major convenience for location photographers. Save your files in a new 12-bit uncompressed RAW size S* format that's half the size of RAW size L. Wherever your passion and inspiration takes you, the D810 will follow.  *In-camera RAW processing or some retouch options, such as image overlay, cannot be applied.
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