Yes, it has auto ISO which can also be set to include extended ISO ranges, or you can limit the ISO range used, etc.

@SkylerKing Thanks indeed, Sir! Cheers! D.

If I had the D3s, It would likely replace the 6D and D700, but I’d probably still bring the 5D Classic just in case. As for the Df? I desperately want one. I’ve wanted one since they were announced. Of course, without having ever even held one, it’s hard to say if it would live up to the hype and my expectations.

@@SkylerKinghopefully a Df will make its way into your channel. Given the depth of your analysis and practical assessment of camera capabilities, (to me) your review of a Df would matter more than most KZbin reviews. Back in the day both Kai and Lee made fun of the camera - however, this camera deserves a serious and thoughtful review that has become a signature of your channel. You are doing an amazing job! Cheers from Canada! P.S. looking forward to your review of D700. P.P.S. Your tribute to a D3s is one of the most moving videos on photography equipment I have seen in a long time (probably ever). I am reluctant to call it a video; perhaps an ‘essay’ is a more fitting description. Amazing work! Your command of language, complete lack of ‘filler’ words elevate your videos a few levels higher than overwhelming majority of KZbinrs. 👍

That really means a lot to me and I seriously appreciate it. Thank you.

Maybe I could add some thoughts - I have a D200, D700, D3s and a Df. Regarding only choosing the D3s; Yes and no. The D3s is a fantastic beast which I really just trust the most. It's been with me for 7 years and even withstood very snowy weather (with a weather sealed lens, that is) and I can simply just depend on it. However, I think it depends on what kind of shooting I want to do. If shooting conditions involve a lot of low-light situations and bad weather, then I guess the answer is Yes. This camera with It's grip and bulkyness inspire me to "go all in photo mode" when the purpose is almost solely to take photographs, so to speak. If I would just be walking around and wanted to take pictures now and then, I would not bring this camera though. The D700: This is the camera I would bring (with and without the grip) if the scenes wouldn't involve too much shooting in low light. In my mind there is just something more pleasing about it's output compared to the D3s; call it artistic, more paint-brush like or more classic. The colors and the files just does have "something" that I don't quite find in the D3s (although it's close) Since you can choose to have a battery grip or not, it also blends in better and is more inspiring to bring when you want to take photographs now and then. With a grip, it can become a similar experience to the D3s, although the D3s has this superior feel and control in almost all aspects. The Df: this is the casual, low-weight camera that just inspires me to use old ai or Pre-ai lenses and some AF-D lenses. Coupled with a DK-17M the feel, sound and everything is just fantastic. The low-light capabilities is just insane, aswell as the output and dynamic range. However, i would most certainly bring this one if the shooting style was pretty casual and low-paced and I would definitely feel more inclined to "baby" the camera a lot more than if It would bring the D700 or D3s. Compared to the D3s, it is barely noticeable with a small prime. The Live view is also fantastic on this one and the battery life is surprisingly good. If you have any questions, I'll try to answer them!

I made it

Thank you!

Thank you! Which part of Japan do you live in, and hour long have you lived there?

@@SkylerKing I live in Kobe, near Osaka. I've been mostly living in Japan since 1986.

Oh, that’s awesome. I actually told my wife that I want to visit Osaka (I’ve still never been). On the sensor note, I have heard some sources say that Panasonic made the sensor. But other sources say that Nikon made it. I recently got curious about it and looked again, only to find that there is still debate about it. On the Wikipedia page(s), it says that Nikon made the sensor. When I check the old release information about the D700 (and the D3, etc), it says that Nikon made the sensor. Nikonrumors claims Nikon made it. But, Google’s AI says that Panasonic made it and so do several other sources. I’m not sure why there is so much conflicting information, but I guess that just adds to the mystique of the D700, lol.

@@SkylerKing Osaka is a great city. It'll be holding an Expo from this April. Also, you have easy access to Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe from Osaka. The Nikon D700 sensor, regardless of the maker, produces wonderful images. I also have the Nikon F4 which, believe it or not, is even more solidly built than the D700.

That’s a custom lens hood that I 3D printed.

From what I understand, the D3 and the D700 have the same sensor, but the image processing is tuned a bit differently for each camera. I was actually just flipping through my old “Nikon D700 Superbook” last night and they were showing various types of photos taken in different situations with the D700 and D3 being compared to each other. The skin tones were warming and more pleasing with the D700 in my opinion. The D3 might have had slightly better high ISO performance, but it honestly seemed pretty negligible. The D3s is a departure from both cameras. Despite the similar name, it has a completely different sensor (as well as a few other parts) and has been tuned much differently. It has beautiful rendering which I love, but it not the same as either the D700 or the D3, for example.

@ awesome thanks so much for taking the time to write back! That simplifies my decision making moving forward.

I’m right there with you. I’ve always wanted to try that camera.

@@SkylerKing had one briefly and then sold it because it cost 4 times as much as my 5D and. realized I could take 90% of the same quality at a fraction of the price. Only place it really loses is lowlight. The tactility of the DF was fun but that's why I also shoot film.

I always wanted to try the D500. It has quite the reputation.

I’ve been eyeing either a 5Ds or a 5Dsr… What’s your opinion on it?

@@SkylerKing Get the 5DsR. You're buying this camera for resolution after all, might as well get the most of it. I never had issues with moiré. The 5DsR is also the most quiet Canon DSLR. It's crazy how smooth the shutter and mirror slap is. The 6D comes close though.

I’ve never owned the D300, but I liked the D200 that I had.

Thank you, I appreciate it! I do have a grip for my 6D that I will use when I’m going to be shooting a wedding or an event of some type. I do not have a grip for the D700 or for the 5D Classic, but I’m always on the lookout for one.

@@SkylerKing On my 5d grip the shutter button wasn’t working (sometimes wouldn’t focus and sometimes would but wouldn’t activate shutter ), so I cleaned and cleaned with CanAir and brushes and nothing changed. Then I tried cleaning the contacts of the grip and the ones inside the camera with contact spray and it started working perfectly. Since you are on the lookout for one, this info might help. I would get one from eBay if it’s cheap and seller says that the shutter button ain’t working.

That’s great advice, I’ll keep that in mind.

I wish I had known sooner. It works have saved me so much trouble, over the years.

I typically use third party batteries from a company called “Rowa Japan”. I’ve been using them for years and have never had an issue.

I’ve heard that a lot, actually. On the one hand, I can totally understand it and I get it. But, I have noticed that (at least in more recent years) there has been a growing number of people that I know who say that really like living there. Most of them tend to agree that they won’t stay forever, though.

I do love the output of the 6D. It’s definitely underrated.

I typically just use the center focus point and then focus and recompose with any camera I have, since I’m familiar and comfortable with the method and it’s reliable for me. I’ll try the 3D focus tracking, though. If it’s reliable, I might switch over to it?

I used the Insta360 Ace Pro with manual exposure settings. ISO 100, 30fps, 1/60th of a second shutter speed, and the single overhead light in that tea room.

I will be posting a D700 review video later this month!

@ sweet! 🙏

This whole thing was their idea. They seemed to love every part of it. I’m happy we did it.

@@SkylerKing I am happy you guys did it too.

I actually just got back from Japan, where I walked around with the 5D + 35mm f1.4 and the D700 + 85mm f1.8 as my street photography combo! I will be posting photos and videos from that trip, soon.

Canon 6D?

The Sigma 35mm f1.4 Art

It’s always hard for me to get back into the habit of always carrying a camera, once I’ve stopped. Once I get back into the habit, though, it’s just second nature. I guess the trick is to never stop carrying a camera 📸

Yeah, as much as I appreciated what a great camera my 5D2 was, I always preferred the 5D Classic. The rendering is just so spot on, right out of camera.

Same here. The 5D is the only camera I’ve purchased twice.

Thank you and Happy New Year, from Taiwan.