Nikon D850 detailed and extensive hands on review

A detailed and extensive hands on review of the features and functions of the 45 megapixel Nikon D850 full frame camera with lots of sample images and video.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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7-30fps Burst Modes: 02:24
Physical Details: 05:15
Configuration: 07:58
Exposure settings: 09:58
Focus settings: 12:42
White balance and colour: 18:04
Video: 20:23
HDMI out: 23:54
Interval and Time lapse: 26:42
XYLA chart and dynamic range: 27:30
Snapbridge, wifi, bluetooth: 28:40
Operations: 29:30
Battery grip (9fps): 30:30
One candle and summary: 34:23
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[@Meagain921]

I have the D500 and D800 so should have a flying start, but acquiring the D850 sends me back to school. What a camera! Instruction books always confuse me and if I look for some genuinely informed video presentations, the videos are mostly never complete and tend to be unstructured.. So your clear and very comprehensive run through is a dream “go to “ for me. Very many thanks....many hours of frustrating hunting for information has been saved.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

How kind of you to take the time to comment with such nice words, they are appreciated, thanks!

[@D-Professor]

Maarten, I recall viewing your review of the Nikon D500. I indicated then that it was unequivocally the best review of the camera I had seen. Your review help cement my decision to purchase the D500. This time around, I went ahead and purchased the D850 to replace my D810 before seeing your review of the D850. Yet, reviewing it now, I find it just as informative, well thought out, superbly presented, and quite frankly yet one of the finest reviews I've seen. Thank you again.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I very much appreciate your kind words, thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@youareinflames]

you have the reviews that in 20 years people can go back and still find it very helpful, because its actually informative, unlike many who just praise the new gadget without any depth.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

What a pleasure to read your kind words, thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@cheapsk8]

I couldn't stop watching this! What a thoughtful, detailed and comprehensive review! Thank you sir!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

A pleasure to read your kind words, thanks!

[@iu1191]

What an amazing review and tutorial. Amazing. I own and use the Nikon D750 and see no reason to upgrade, (I'm no pro and the outlay is simply unjustifiable), however this is a dream camera! Thank you so much Maarten. You truly are the best reviewer on the web!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thank you for your kind words - a pleasure to read. I appreciate that you took the time to comment.

[@iyzyz]

Your reviews go so far and beyond anyone else. Well done good sir.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I'm so glad you noticed - thanks for your kind words.

[@billycullen6832]

Totally agree!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks - kind words are always appreciated.

[@davishall3]

Your D850 video is the best I'm seen. Clear and, well, personal. I've only had the camera a few days, but I very much appreciated your humor and intelligence. You seem to have some fun demonstrating the features, even if a few were annoying.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

A pleasure to read your kind words - thanks for taking the time to comment. And you're right, I have fun doing this.

[@TheBabyBobot]

Finally a pure true honest extremely well detailed and rich review, empty of personal styles and tastes, intelligent will thought comments, delivered at an energetic pace, with a myriad of examples and comparisons. Where have you been all my life!. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

A great pleasure to read your kind words, thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@JAID01]

Thank you, a thorough, beautifully composed review. How can a run through of a vast feature set be interesting. Well, you have shown just how. Have knowledge behind it and drop those explanations in where they can value while varying the scenery in response to the current area of interest. Terrific (and mamoth) job. Cheers!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind of you to say, thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@Steen_Skov]

You have a very calm, soothing, voice. *thumbs up* from me :) I just purchased a D800, used (naturally), a few months ago, but I still like to watch videos of what the new cameras offer :) Thank you for an enjoyable review :)

[@MaartenHeilbron]

How kind of you to take the time to comment and say such pleasant things. Appreciated.

[@billycullen6832]

Totally PROFESSIONAL journalism! The best reviewer of product by far. Intelligent, accurate, detailed, and beautifully presented visually and vocally. Thank you Maarten for all your intensive and honest work. Hugely appreciated!!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

How kind of you to say, I'm thankful you took the time to comment, much appreciated.

[@kpsabdcihatmehmet965]

Getting to know virtually everythig about the camera with this excellent review. Martin does this very well. But seeing more of your personal opinions about image quality and performance would be even more helpful.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for the kind words, always appreciated. I feel that video is an insufficient tool to convey image quality of a camera with more than 8Mp, so I generally leave that to the web reviews - CNet, dpreview and dxomark.

[@peterzpictstube]

Maarten this your best review so far. So much info.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It's also my longest (and you should see my cutting room floor!) ... thanks for your kind words.

[@Luigi13]

I should say honestly that Nikon should be glad to have you as a reviewer you have a very natural style doing this and is very detailed that kept me quite in focus for the whole episode of this review. Great?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for your kind words. They know.

[@ThoughtMachine1]

Best D850 review I've seen, of many. Quite impressive, thank you.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind of you to say, thanks for commenting .

[@neglectedloves]

Thank you very much for this profound and detailled description! So well done! Shooting with D800 / D810 / D5 on a daily base this review was extremely helpful and precise!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate your kind words, always nice to read that my videos are useful.

[@MrVonEvil]

Another very nice video. I remember watching your review of the Sony RX10III at about the time I purchased it (my first "real" camera) and now I stumbled across this review after ordering the D850. As always I find your method of reviewing very meticulous, informational and entertaining. Though in this particular video I miss a verdict on the camera overall. Thanks for the nice video and I am looking forward to your future work.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate your interest in my work and your kind words, thank you.

[@KevenOmath2201]

Sir, I always look forward to your reviews. You always deliver very informative content in your style of presentation. Thank you!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That was very kind of you to say, thanks for commenting.

[@mohanturaga6304]

If this is the last DSLR from Nikon, it could become a collector's item! As it is the features are terrific! Congratulations for an extensive and excellent review.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Aren't they all collector's items? Thanks for your kind words, appreciated.

[@mohanturaga6304]

The first and last have special status, I think. It marks the beginning and end of an era.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Well, let’s hope it’s not the last.

[@TheEstibon]

Great video, I haven't purchased the D850 yet, but when I do i will come back to review this video again, as it seems to be the most in depth video I have seen on the 850. thanks for a great explanation of the Nikon D850.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, that's very kind of you to say.

[@MrJnupe1]

Great job Maarten! I have been shooting with Nikon's for a while now and purchased a D610 2 years ago and recently upgraded to the D850 (after became available) and really appreciate the thoroughness of your review. I will be using the review as a reference. Thank You.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, I appreciate the kind words. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@michaeldutsonlandscapephot2184]

Maarten, just a quick note to say thanks for the in-depth, sensible and concise review. I've taken the plunge and the D850 is now on order and the D810 will be passed on to somebody else. Great video too, thank you again, and keep up the great work!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind of you to say, it's always good to know I've provided useful information.

[@StevenScholten]

I own a 5D Mark IV. Won't change that but this is a GREAT camera. I feel that this review is heaven for people thinking about getting a D850. What a great review Maarten EXCELENT!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I'm so pleased you took the time to comment - thank you very much for your kind words. If I owned a 5D I probably wouldn't change either.

[@jundar73]

One of the best extensive review. Great job Mr. Maarten!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind of you to say, thanks for commenting.

[@richardmorgan1588]

You have such a unique and pleasant approach to your content! It’s always uplifting to experience your videos! This one is just as informative and insightful as your D500 video! I ended up buying that D500 after watching many videos about that unit! I don’t regret it one bit. It’s by far the best camera I’ve ever had the pleasure to own but watching this one could be dangerous ;-) I mean that with great affection! It’s very apparent you love the craft as much as I do!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for the kind words, always appreciated.

[@pinkvoltron]

Best tutorial & camera review combo video on KZbin!!! Well done. SUBSCRIBED

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for your kind words, and taking the time to comment, appreciated.

[@71whitey]

I only came across this channel today. What an awesome man. Thank you from Australia.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Wow, thank you! I appreciate your kind words. Please say hello to all my friends in Australia - as long as you can do so safely.

[@lylestavast7652]

The face recognition wasn't working on you because, well - your face is so exceptional. :) Another excellent presentation Maarten ...

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Oh! I hadn't considered that - it's usually just my glasses. In general, it did work reasonably well. And thank you very much for your kind words.

[@AmmarTechnology]

Thanks Maarten, another amazing review. I believe Nikon did great job with this camera, it is really pro camera, amazing for wedding photography, for sports specially with the grip and 9 FPS, also I see it wildlife camera when we turn the DX mode and get the benefit of the large view finder. Thanks again for this nice review. Your channel one of the channels inspired me to create my channel. Thanks.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

A pleasure to read your kind words, thanks for taking the time to comment, and best wishes with your channel.

[@JgHobley]

Great video. Very in-depth and informative. One of the best I've seen!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind of you to say, thanks for commenting.

[@spandanlive]

The only review that matters! Great work once again!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

What kind words - thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@terrypaulsen7061]

Thank you for explaining the use of the Nikon Settings. I laughed when you said, “If you can remember how you got to that setting.” That was a relief to hear. I thought I had a bad memory.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

All humans have bad memories. It's a design flaw, but we work hard to overcome it.

[@mikelyon5595]

Amazingly detailed. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, a pleasure to read your kind words.

[@brianstolarski5012]

Thank you for a great review. I watched it three times today. I photograph catalogue jewelry and it was a great help for really using my new D850. Thank you again

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for your kind words.

[@metals2546]

Best review available online. Well done.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It's a pleasure to read your kind comments, thanks for posting.

[@arupsan]

It’s unique review in style I never came across in others. I subscribed immediately

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks!! Always nice to hear from viewers who appreciate my approach.

[@sahrizvi1]

very focused, sharp, and professional presentation.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thank you, always nice to have my work appreciated.

[@Halblooline]

This is a really nice review. So many details. Thank you!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

How kind of you to say, appreciated.

[@josiahbowman3181]

Really good datailed review.. Love your style of reviewing.. Keep up the great work sir

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Very kind of you to say, thanks for commenting.

[@LexArias]

Always the best reviews on internet..

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Nice to read your comment - thanks for your kind words.

[@fritzsound]

Wow, the best D850 video I’ve seen

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Wow, thanks! I appreciate your kind words.

[@andyandycapt7947]

I love your reviews. ive had this camera for almost a year an you took me places I never knew existed. im not a video buff and now I might never be. thank you sir. I just need towatch this 40 more times and figure out how you got tosome of these places.im doing very well with it on the picture side but my brain hurts now. great vid. I intend to watch all your reviews and tutorials. your video on the 72oo was grat also. im on my 8th Nikon and hope to see all of them. id love to see one on the d3 and 810. I kn ow the d3 is a stretch. thank you so much fo all the time you must have put into this.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind of you to say, I do always appreciate hearing from viewers who find my content worthwhile.

[@alfa170d]

Thank you very much for a wonderfully helpful review, I am enjoying my new D850 :)

[@MaartenHeilbron]

So glad to hear that you found my video useful, thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@wheretheyhaveribs55]

Your a amazing reviewer. Dream camera here

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I agree - and thanks for the kind words.

[@movieA71]

Your a amazing reviewer.

[@joespubfan]

I can’t figure out if there’s a way to keep the single focus point from resetting itself to center. Is there?

[@hamadabdeli296]

A simple, easy, clear and concise explanation .. thank you.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I do my best, thanks for recognizing that. I appreciate the kind words.

[@christosphillips3568]

Mr. Heilbron you've just earned my respect, (above all), my like and my subscription. You sir along with a few (no more than a few unfortunately), other presenters, are a breath of fresh air in a world full of garbage videos in YT. I am amazed by how methodical, clear , precise and agonizingly factual your review process is, and also loved your scientific approach to the more technical aspects of this presentation. I really was very pleasantly surprised , as I thought that I have seen it all before. If I had to rate your review on the D850 I would happily give it a flawless 10 out of 10. Great staff thanks for sharing, keep em rolling and we are here to enjoy, thanks again and god bless.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Wow! What a pleasure to read your kind and generous words - thank you very much. I do assume that I should take "agonizingly factual" as a compliment? And I'll pass your comment along to the staff.

[@ahmadffaiq]

Thanks a lot, I was waiting for this review 😊

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always nice to know that my content is appreciated, thanks.

[@ADudeAndHisWatches]

really well done! Lots of good info here. Thanks!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always my pleasure, thanks for the kind words.

[@UpUpDnDnLtRtLtRtBAStart]

This should be the baseline standard for reviews. Very thorough

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thank you! I appreciate your kind words.

[@Isorivolta.48]

Really nice video Maarten, thanks!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for your kind words.

[@troycar75]

great informative review , im just waiting for my D850 to be delivered and found this video this is my dream camera been saving a while to get it plus a couple of lenses nikkor 24-120mm f4 and sigma 14-24mm f2.8 im mainly a landscape cityscape photographer upgrading from the D7100 i got back in 3013 on release always dreamed of going full frame and now the price has come down enough for a two lens purchase along with the body thank you for making this review instruction video much appreciated

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always nice to hear from a viewer who's found my video useful! Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@swaygfx]

Wow excellent walkthrough!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind, thanks for commenting.

[@RickMentore]

Fantastic Job MH. Missed you again at PhotoPlus.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thank you, lawyer nice to hear from you. I should make it down for that show.

[@cdjames4246]

Great review You are the best Thank you, I learned a lot from this review.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate the kind words, thank you.

[@robertcooke8684]

You man are awesome!!!!! one hell of a clever and talented guy....... this is my next camera as was told by a friend this set up of equipment is in the top 5 in world for excellence........ you have confirmed that and your hands on view is first class although i will admit to watching and taking it into my rather average brain at the 0.75 speed!!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, I do appreciate the kind words and it's always nice to know my videos are helpful.

[@Luigi13]

Excellent and entertaining review for sure. Thank you.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@BeatitudeSoul]

This is a fantastic video! Thank you, Mr. Heilbron.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always my pleasure, thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@waltermitty5883]

Love your videos!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, kind words always appreciated.

[@MegaTruck20]

Subscribed! I really enjoy your in depth and honest reviews. I think the D850 is the homerun Nikon desperately needed to hit this year.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

If the interest in my video is anything to go by, it should be very popular.

[@SourojitBh]

Awesome camera, awesome review!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks! 👍 A pleasure to read your kind words.

[@npet6842]

Utterly brilliant review ! If my school and university lecturers were as good as you , education would have been enjoyable rather than just a means to an end .......... Well done :-)

[@MaartenHeilbron]

A pleasure to read your kind words - very much appreciated.

[@dhirajshetty483]

Excellent review once again ! you have too few subs for the high quality that you provide !

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate that! Thanks for commenting.

[@thomasphillips5850]

Thank you excellent video. I love the camera. I have tried mirrorless. I guess I am just old fashioned. Thanks again great job.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Awesome! Thank you! I appreciate your kind words.

[@shang-hsienyang1284]

Why are you not the official Nikon D850 ambassador?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Because they wouldn’t allow me to review other cameras. But I do appreciate your kind thoughts - thanks.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind of you, thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@marktimmins48]

Another great video. 😁😁

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thank you very much!

[@tw9535]

Awesome review! The last optical viewfinder camera before electronic screens take over EVERYTHING we look at? Sad. I need to really save up... and take two.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Maybe they will use a hybrid like Fuji on the X-Pro series.

[@tw9535]

I could live with that. I think I read that Nikon really wants the best EVF experience on its upcoming mirrorless cameras.... so maybe they will copy the idea that the best EVF is one that is PAIRED WITH AN OVF. Or maybe standalone OVFs could plug in and integrate with the mirrorless EVF cameras as add-on pieces?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Let’s keep our fingers crossed.

[@brianlevoguer2777]

Thank you for the excellent in-depth review. It was very "watchable". Now, if only I could find an 850 out there I'd trade in my D800!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Very kind of you to say, appreciated with thanks.

[@InMission]

Amazing review, love it. That's the kind of review people should do it, not pushing anyone to buy anything, but showing with great details what's good, what's not so good, and so on. I really enjoy your review, thank you. I don't know if I miss, if not, that would be the only thing missing, how bad is to work with the files, since I assume 46mb would creat monster files and that might generate a problem, like a new computer, external drives, etc... I'm don't know if it is the case, I'm just assuming, but that could be a big factor some people, since it would increase substantially the investment, it would be for me.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, I appreciate the kind words. Yup, they're big files - but really, the cost of memory cards, or an additional hard drive should be affordable if you're buying this camera.

[@InMission]

Well, I just saw your review on the Fuji XH1 and since I sold all my equipment, I might buy Fuji instead. Not sure yet, I still suspect that Nikon will announce either or both, APS-C and Full frame mirrorless camera and if they follow the steps of the D850, it will be the camera. I use Nikon since the F3hp, when I jumped from my Minolta. Same thing happens back then, I manage to sell all my equipment to a very good price. So now, I'm again free to decide where to go next and if the XH1 is as good on real life as it is on paper, it will probably be my next move. I want to wait for Nikon, because I really want full frame, but if there's now announcement by the CP+2018, I'll the Fuji. Fuji has being a great temptation since the XT-1. I love the system because of the lenses, they are gorgeous, I love the dials, Ergonomics it just feel way more home then with the new DSLR's. Thanks again for your work, I really enjoy your reviews.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I'm anxious to find out what Nikon is up to also, but the Fuji X-H1 is a very exciting camera.

[@visualkosmos7452]

Brilliant as always! congrats and thanks.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thank you for your kind words, they are appreciated.

[@lylecameron5578]

Great review; thanks. I subscribed. Question: If I shoot a picture in FX mode and crop, is quality the same as shooting in DX mode and not cropping? Also, what is advantage of shooting video in DX instead of FX mode? Again, thanks!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for your kind words, and your subscription. Yes, doing a manual crop from an FX image is (more or less) the same as using the camera to crop to DX - you are creating a lower resolution image from lower pixels. The advantage of shooting in DX mainly applies to video, where with a minimal loss of quality (even 4K is only 8 megapixels) you can extend the reach of your lens. For stills, I'd always prefer to capture everything from the sensor and crop as needed in editing. Hope this helps.

[@robertcooke8684]

Maarten..... a question for you, does this camera have a factory reset button facility so basicaly if you make a mess of setting the camera up, you can revert all the settings back as to when the camera came out of the box? excellent presentation and review!!!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Not a full reset as some do (so you don't reset the time, the wifi, etc), but there are several menu sections where a return to default settings can be done.

[@beltenebrosgr1904]

Why don't you have more subscribers is beyond me Mr Maarten... Maybe kindness and thoroughness is boring for people nowadays. You really should have at least 100000 subscribers, hopefully that happens sooner than later. Looking forward to your Sony Rx0 review. Take care.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That’s very kind of you - I’m very happy with the status of my channel on all levels. I hope to get to that before the end of the year ... the next Sony is RX10 IV, which is on its way.

[@DmitryBrodsky007]

top review as always!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Very kind of you - thanks for commenting.

[@LuisFernandezSalazar]

Great review, cheers!!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Very kind of you to say - thanks for commenting.

[@djsugarbear6079]

Amazing review…. Thanks so much. Trading up my D810 for the D850 (just to max out on features).

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always nice to know my video has been helpful in making your decisions, thanks for commenting.

[@EveOfSeduction]

the best d850 review. hands down.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate your kind words, thanks for commenting.

[@HiteshPatel-dn7ju]

Fantastic Always reliable information Thanks Maarten

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That’s so kind of you to say, thanks!

[@sam_yang]

Great review, as always!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

A pleasure to read your kind words, thanks.

[@halievski]

Cheers from Mississauga. You are the #1. Not even half a second waste. Hopefully I'll meet you one day on the street during your work session... Great job. Thanks

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Hey! Nice to hear from the 905, and thanks for the kind words and understanding one of my goals (not to waste your time). Please do say hi when you see me.

[@MassimosFotografie]

First of all, thank you for your excellent review of the D850, it must have taken a lot of time and dedication. I have a few questions, and I'm sure you have the right answers in stock! 1. When SnapBridge receives the pictures from the D850, is it only possible to transfer .jpeg's, or are you able to transfer RAW files too? 2. What was your setup to record your D850 menu? Thanks in advance

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It’s always my pleasure - and thank you for your kind words and recognition of the effort involved. 1) JPEGS only (2MB size or original) 2) I use an Atomos Shogun from the HDMI.

[@XeroBritt]

What a great review! Thank you!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always happy to help, thanks for the kind words .

[@aasumpt]

Fantastic review!!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for the kind words, appreciated.

[@Shreygraphics]

just fantastic. i am a happy user of D850.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

How kind of you to comment, thanks.

[@SourabhPandit1021studios]

Hello Sir Thanks a lot for such amazing and detailed video, it was very helpful :D take care

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks very much for taking the time to comment, I appreciate the kind words.

[@michaels8597]

great review,going through details about the camera instead of comparisons about other brands...

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thank you, it was a pleasure to read your kind words.

[@michaels8597]

@@MaartenHeilbron ..you're welcome

[@DennisBloodnokPhotographyVideo]

Great video. Very informative. For myself the interesting thing is the focusing. For stills I think that you will have difficulty finding any camera (at any price) which will give a better focusing performance for stills than the D850. But when it comes to video, Nikon need to adopt the duel-pixel system which is used on several Sony and Canon cameras. Even relatively compact Canon cameras (such as the M5 and M6) use duel-pixel AF. The results in video are much better. As a Nikon user myself, I await the duel-pixel focusing system on Nikon DSLRs.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thank you, I appreciate the kind words, alway appreciated. While there is lots to like - I’ve tried the A9, which remains the high-water mark of focussing performance for me.

[@DennisBloodnokPhotographyVideo]

Whilst the A9 is most certainly a great camera, the issues such as the lack of an Optical Viewfinder, limited lens selection and the fact that having no mirror means that sensors are exposed to the elements more (especially when changing lenses) I am still a fan of the DSLR camera. Having said this, as well as the A9, the Sony A7 and Fuji XT2 are all great cameras. If Nikon do produce a full-frame mirrorless camera to compete with the Sony A7 & A9, as long as it uses the Nikon F mount, then the mass of compatible lenses really does give such a camera a big advantage over the likes of the Sony cameras.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I wasn't promoting the A9 as a mirrorless model - I clearly understand the advantages (as well as the disadvantages) of DSLRs - just as one with a better focus engine. However, I do look forward to seeing what Nikon does in the full frame mirrorless space - let's hope that it improves their current liveview focus system. Personally, although it's an interesting marketing term, I'm not sure that the dual pixel technology is radically different or materially superior.

[@thiagodacunha8503]

Hello Maarten. Any suggestions on why the wifi is always greyed out? I have full batteries and a Nikon lens but still can't get the wifi to work. The "'this option is not available at current settings or in the cameras current state" comes out.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I wish I could help, but it's difficult to understand what might be wrong without having the camera in my hands. I'd try to do a settings reset to see if that resolves it. Try P mode, single exposure drive setting ... not sure what else to suggest.

[@svpsvp3382]

superb video and convinced me to upgrade to Nikon D850 from the D5000.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Good reasons.

[@utghog]

Great review. I’m glad I watched because I’m now convinced that I don’t need this camera. There’s just too much to wrap my head around. Does anyone really need all these features? I suppose so, but not me. I will admit it’s a wonderful piece of technology.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thank you - kind words are always appreciated. I’ve never complained about existence of features that I don’t use today - there’s always tomorrow.

[@antonioderrica3426]

Great review!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks!

[@juliemoose4948]

If this is the last dslr to be made by Nikon is it a bad time to upgrade and spend the money on it? Is holding out for the Nikon Mirrorless a better option? Loved the video and info. Thanks so much!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate the kind words, thanks. Well, yes and no - if Nikon gets it right, it could be fabulous - on the other hand not many first generation products solve all the problems. I'm wait and see on this one. However, I would have no hesitation in purchasing the D850.

[@Burnningsoul]

Nlce job I've been looking at the 850 . Nikon has come out with two mirrorless but they dont seem to be replacements for the 850 so far unless your into video. I think this is a choice Nikon made so that the next mirrorless will be more on par to the 850 or surpass it. Whether that camera shows its' face near xmas or sometime next year hard to know since I dont follow Nikon that closely. I know it is still one step behind. My guess would be the next camera will be built stronger have a higher 50 mp or higher chip. Dual mem card slot and fix some of the complaints on the other two. So I figure the z6-7 are the transitional models. Since I am not a pro the 850 should last me a few years fine then if the next best mirrorless is out I can trade it in. Thank you for the review.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for the kind words, and for sharing your insights, appreciated.

[@markshirley01]

Hi Thanks for the great work - how did you find the D850 for video - is the touch to focus of any use

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It is, and it works well - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jp-bo56Bd6mcf6c

[@avicenteg]

A new question Maarten, how can I change in the D850 the autofocus mode, from AF C to AF S. It does not let me change it by pressing the AF mode button, it just changes me, the focus points. Thanks for your help.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/anbCm5achs5_jckm42s

[@tonycarter9935]

Excellent review. It helped me to decide not to buy the professional battery for the grip as for me the gain would be marginal. I really appreciated the demonstration of shutter and buffer, which enabled me to arrive at a considered conclusion. Thank You!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad it was helpful! And thanks for the kind words, always nice to know viewers appreciate my work.

[@scdobserver835]

Wow! Wonderful review.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, always nice to read your kind words.

[@petermgruhn]

The multi-focus failed. Do you think that's a Photoshop issue or maybe merely not enough source images?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Both are possible. It sometimes takes a bit of trial and error to get it right, and it does vary from image to image.

[@tomingrassiaimages8776]

Very high quality...thank you

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Very kind of you to say, thanks for commenting.

[@RickRicksMotorbikeChannel]

Would shooting at iso 64 gain more dynamic range in video? A stop more?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I don't think so - but that's an interesting test - as long as they don't "hide" the actual setting with a term like "Lo", I'm pretty sure it would affect the dynamic range. With Lo, sometimes there's a small loss.