Nikon D700 - The Perfect 12MP Camera today?

[@itsjim2875]

The legendary D700. I will never get rid of mine. If you're not doing video, it's all you need for great photography.

[@Aperture35]

To great Cameras!!!! 🥃🥃 this camera it’s at par now with the new Sony A7s III IN MP. 😂

[@alexblaze8878]

Agreed. Videographers should get a video camera, photographers should worry about cameras that take photos.

[@martyzielinski1442]

Agreed. Arguably the best DSLR ever made by anyone.

[@HaroldEscalona]

I loved, love and always will love this camera

[@Aperture35]

@HaroldEscalona I feel the same 🍻🥃🥃

[@j.m.5917]

Ditto.

[@The-Tall-Photographer]

I still use my D700 commercially with two 750 bodies. 12 years on and still pumping.

[@Aperture35]

@SteveP You can’t go wrong here. Awesome camera 📷, age and MP under the right hands shouldn’t be a problem. Thanks for your feedback 🥃🥃

[@ΝικοςΖωχιος-χ8π]

From the fb group "Nikon D700/The Legend" ""When you understand what exactly happens in a D700 sensor, then you will fully realize the reason why many photographers like me went back from our shinning newer cameras to the Legendary Nikon D700. So...... We need to go deep in the technology of the sensors in order to understand how great the sensor of the D700 is. There are some factors that separate the D700 sensor of any other Nikon camera sensor. About D700 colors: What makes the D700 colors so special (including excellent skin tones) is its unique CFA together with a unique algorithm which applied to its sensor.(different than the D3 and D3s ones) After the D700, Nikon altered CFA filters in order to boost high ISO performance and fit a bigger number of mpx in the same size sensor. But this required making the filter less discriminating. The color discrimination of the specific CFA allows the separation as a unique shade of any single basic color. Modern cameras lighter CFAs simply cluster similar shades of a single color. So, we are coming now to the most important off all the factors which called "Tonal gain" Tonal gain is what makes the D700 shots so special in dimensionality and depth. THE LOW PHOTOSITE DENSITY OF THE D700 SENSOR PRODUCES HIGH NATIVE GAIN WHICH PROVIDES EVERY SINGLE IMAGE WITH EXTRA DEPTH AND MICRO-CONTRAST, (3D Pop) The explanation: This is the D700's sensor pixel area (Photosite):71.70µm2 and this is-as an example- the D850 sensor pixel area:18.88µm2 That means that the D700 sensor has 279% larger pixel area. So, let's see why this makes the difference in dimensionality and depth we see on many D700 shots. Light is a signal. This represents the tonality (colors, contrasts, details) of the subject. Its strength is defined by shutter speed and aperture. Pixel area (Photosite) is an antenna that receives the signal so it affects how much light per pixel can be gathered. The larger it is, the more light can be collected by a single pixel. BUT, The size of the photosite defines its native signal gain as well. For a camera to record the maximum amount of micro-contrast and depth off a good lens, it requires low photosite density for higher native gain. Tonal gain is NOT a dynamic range. The higher the native gain, the bigger is the gap between the peak of the gain and the noise floor over the same signal.- Photosites exist at various densities within the size of the camera sensor. Higher megapixel sensors have a higher density and lower native gain. The ISO defines the applied gain on the photosite so that it can receive a weaker signal. Increasing the gain raises the noise floor. The Analog to Digital Converter (A/D converter) converts the gained signal into digital information. The quality of the conversion is influenced by Bit Depth. The Signal to Noise Ratio firmware (SNR) separates the signal (the detail) from the noise (the noise) right before making the RAW file. If the converted gain is low, it will have a harder time figuring out the difference, therefore removing more signal. So the quality of the TONAL GAIN matters greatly final image-making. The current ideal photosite density is 12mp for the size of a full-frame sensor (Nikon D700 - 8.5 microns is ideal) This is a short list with some full-frame cameras and their pixel pitch. Full Frame Sensors Cameras Nikon D750 (5.9 microns) - 2014 14 bit Canon 6D (6.5 microns) - 2012 - 14 bit Canon 1Dx (6.9 microns) - 2011 14 bit Canon 5Dii (6.4 microns) - 2008 14 bit Nikon D3/D3s/D700 (8.5 microns) - 2008 - 14bit Canon 5D (8.1 microns) - 2005 - 12 bit

[@Aperture35]

This is the most in depth description of the d700 sensor and the reason why it’s such a great cam. Thank you 🙏, I mean it, thank you for sharing this. 🥃🥃

[@ΝικοςΖωχιος-χ8π]

@@Aperture35 Glad you like it. I am the admin of this group and this is my own post in the group. Join us if you want. facebook.com/groups/330500120976297/

[@1989Goodspeed]

Got a used D700, it´s my first FX and I love it.

[@Aperture35]

@T.B.Photo Awesome! First FX, no better cam to start with then this. There is this magic that happens when you go full frame that is second to none. Crop sensor is good, depending on what you are shooting. But full frame is where it’s at!, enjoy bro and hope to see more of you around. Peace! 😊🥃🥃

[@Zapruderfilm1963]

I use the D700 weekly It’s one of the best cameras ever made

[@Aperture35]

I would gladly take an updated D700 with same pixel count or slightly higher with video capabilities today. To an Awesome 📷 camera! 🥃🥃

[@JazzLowrider]

I totally agree, I love the mirror up feature and I'm just like you didn't think of it way back, but now I love it, D700 will stay in my bag as long as it clicks, thank you for great informative video.

[@Aperture35]

@JazzLowrider thanks bro! Glad u didn’t grill me about that feature use until now. Thank you for the great feedback! 🥃🥃

[@Kurtcorp]

What’s this feature mirror up for ?

[@JazzLowrider]

@@Kurtcorp its a feature in some slr cameras, once u activate it it prevent the camera from shaking especially in low shutter speed, to get a very sharp images.

[@dandruff9244]

D700 is my best camera ever and its a keeper for me

[@Aperture35]

🍻

[@fwfeo]

That's the camera that converted me from Canon 5D mk2 to Nikon! Nikon turned the table on Canon in 2007 beating them in AF and High ISO performance. Good old days! I shoot with Sony A7iii, but I can't sell the D700, though I don't even use it! D700 was full of soul! A7iii is pretty soulless!

[@Aperture35]

Soulless Sony! 😀😂😂😂😂... long live the D700!🍻

[@ΝικοςΖωχιος-χ8π]

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[@bosragh]

Thank you for reminder, long ago I bought one still have but other tiny toy have replaced this and this provocative clip made me to again put this ON.

[@Aperture35]

@muhammad, thanks 🙏 I truly appreciate the praise and glad I resurrected your love for something so great. Hope to hear more from you in the future 🥃🥃

[@mylifestartsat8k]

I've owned my D700 for almost a decade now. I did a 5hr shoot and I borrowed a D750 as well, I couldn't tell the difference at all in image quality between the two therefore I won't be upgrading but rather invest my money in more glass. I've also watched your comparisons, thanks for sharing.

[@Aperture35]

Depending on your needs the D700 with great lenses will do the job. And I believe now, Lr will enhance and increase your resolution with out any issue if you need it with Ai... so there it is a great cam for the ages! Thanks for watching🥃🥃

[@jessedt9837]

Agreed. It’s a great camera! It was when it first came out and it is still today. I have newer gear, but still love the colour and quality that this camera produces.

[@Aperture35]

My shutter count is 113k... I don’t want to touch it anymore so I can use it as long as possible. Not saying it will go bad, but the shutter count it’s up there near its endgame. Love it! To great cams! 🥃🥃

[@ΝικοςΖωχιος-χ8π]

@@Aperture35 facebook.com/groups/330500120976297/ Join us here. The D700 can easily reach 500K-1milionK. Your 113k D700 is like a newborn baby! :-)

[@Aperture35]

I was under the impression that it’s limit was 150k... thanks boss... by the way, don’t think I don’t want to join your Facebook group, it’s just that I don’t do Facebook or other social media much. Thanks for the invite though 🥃🥃

[@ΝικοςΖωχιος-χ8π]

@@Aperture35 Never mind mate. Just keep in mind that your D700 might exceed the 500k.So...don't worry ;-)

[@_analog_photo]

I use film, love D700. For analog users - this is best camera: straight out of camera jpeg are best that you can have, no need to waist much time in post processing. This is in a way "film DSLR Nikon" :), I know how it sounds, but it is true.

[@Aperture35]

I used to love being in the dark room. One photo use to take about 2 hours to get it right, dodging and burning, trying and redeveloping. It was an awesome experience. Then Digital came out and many people never got to experience that art. I miss that. Nothing that has come out in digital format, will ever match the dynamic range of film. Much respect to you for keeping that art form going! 🥃🥃

[@_analog_photo]

@@Aperture35 thanks :)!

[@chefineer]

@@Aperture35 Back in those days, when shooting weddings on 35mm was always controversial to somebody !

[@Aperture35]

I agree. Because the new thing was, I want copies of my photos... and creating tiff files of them negatives was times taking to deliver a CD 💿... remember CD’s... lol 😂 yeah, great old memories... 🥃🥃

[@miklosnemeth8566]

I wrote a very similar comment above, before seeing your comment. I've just bought a Nikon film camera F80 and an F100, and I decided to buy a decently inexpensive FF digital companion, that was the D700 I picked. I wanted Z6 or Z7, but stupid Nikon doesn't make FTZ adapter for its own brilliant screw-dive lenses. D700 is the cheapest FF DSLR from Nikon today, unfortunately service period was terminated two years ago in 2018.

[@daiseman]

I lug the D700 with me daily. It's beaten to shit. It's so good I've picked up another for when it finally dies (likely not anytime soon). After dabbling with many other brands/ models over the past 15 years, only the D700 stuck. It feels perfect, gets out of the way and just gets the job done.

[@Aperture35]

I have tried to use Canon, Sony unfortunately, i cant see myself using it. It doesnt feel right... so, Im there with ya!

[@ilmatanela1816]

I am trying to find one in good shape as a backup to my beloved D750. I love the build quality, the manual controls, and the colours.. wow. 12 mpx also are enough for me, as I rarely print more than A4 and in any case I have the D750 for that. Differently than most recent hi MPX sensors, no need for the latest and sharpest lenses to get good photos. The grain at high ISO is also special and for certain photos it looks pleasant to my eyes. The downside is that spare parts are not available anymore.

[@Aperture35]

@II Matanela have u tried sending the cam to Nikon. They will fix it. I will soon send mine to be refurbished. I think it’s a wise choice. Hope u can find a good rep laments or parts.

[@dandruff9244]

1973 105 2.5 attached razor sharp as are all my old lenses

[@thelastgoodbrother]

I bought one a couple of weeks ago. I love it...

[@Aperture35]

Right on!

[@Aperture35]

Thats cool, did you get it new or used. how much is it going for? U made a great purchase nonetheless 🥃🥃

[@timwynn6079]

I bought one last week for 380US$, has approx 14k shutter count. Love the colors

[@Aperture35]

That is great price for a camera that is older but still so good!

[@edc5338]

I own 3 with MDs. I have newer Nikons but use the D700 the most and will never get rid of them.

[@blakegirouxphotography]

The D700 I picked up 5 years ago is well aged and way more actuations that it is rated for and it’s a wonderful beast of a camera. I haven’t upgraded because it gives me what I need and performs at the top of its game. No other camera has made me want to upgrade

[@Aperture35]

For sure bro. 113k on mine and still going strong!... thanks for the feedback. Hope to have you around for more... 🥃🥃

[@Cotictimmy]

I’m NOT in love with mirrorless. I sold my Z6 because I did NOT enjoy it as much as my DSLRs. The D3, D3X, D3s, D700 are hard to beat.

[@dezmondwhitney1208]

This Review is Very Good indeed. Cannot beat Common Sense advice from Experience. Thank You. Please Keep doing Reviews.

[@Aperture35]

For sure. Thank you!.. I’m in a dry spell right now but I do intend to keep going. Please stay tune. 🥃🥃

[@wava2552]

hope next year i can afford this legendary camera, now just shoot with d3200.

[@Aperture35]

The D700 along with a 35mm f1.8... would do you just right for anything. Hope u do get it... 🥃🥃

[@UnusSedLeo-w5l]

Don't be scared of high shutter counts. 150,000 says Nikon, 1,000,000+ say some users. Maybe you can look for a camera with more shutter counts, test it well and buy it for less money?

[@friendfortheartists]

I know this is a 2 year old video and I just want to say what you said here still applies in 2023. Also got hold of a D3S and I'm kind of glad I can't afford the bleeding edge stuff. My work is great and I've tested the ISO to 6400. If you're exposed correctly you can recover the image from the noise but not in lightroom only. Any questions on this let me know? I would like to know what you would do. Love the camera. I'm thinking about starting a series with the D200, D300S, D3S, D700, D7100, D600, and D800. All cameras within a starters budget. What do you think?

[@Aperture35]

Sorry for the late reply, I think the video idea is great. But the 700 by far is the best option of them all in terms of price and performance. I would like to see your take on this lineup. Send me link when ready.

[@friendfortheartists]

@@Aperture35 Will do.

[@razdg]

In 2018, Nikon Canada still serviced my D700 but would no longer service my D3 (obsolete). I found that interesting.

[@Aperture35]

@ErasmusDong Interesting, I’ve been wanting to send in my d700 this year when everything f goes back to “normal”. I hope they take. Thanks for the feedback! 🥃🥃

[@miklosnemeth8566]

@@Aperture35 Yeah, officially D700 service period ended in 2018 October after 10 years the D700 was announced.

[@runcmd1419]

If you have one keep it, but i'd suggest getting a d610 or d750 for en-el15 and sd card compatibility.

[@Aperture35]

Any Nikon system is worth the keep to be honest. 🍻

[@migimax84]

I just checked my 13 yo D700 in shuttercount and result is 32k photos :) I’m thinking about adding Z6ii to my bag.

[@Aperture35]

That’s a well kept d700. Based on what I have read, your best option would rather be a z8… all internal recording without the need of the ninja, if video is an option.

[@MMPAspergerian]

The only limitation this camera has is the one using it. I will never sell mine, perhaps buy another one. The D700 is that good.

[@Aperture35]

I don’t think I have another video that got so much love from the get go, as this one has. Thank you, for the great feedback, the love for this cam goes beyond words from what I can tell!🥃🥃

[@MMPAspergerian]

Aperture 35 These photos are best viewed on a PC. I wanted to show your viewers how bad a$$ this camera is: adobe.ly/36fRXZO

[@boerge0712]

The cheapest way to shoot full frame (for me). I bought my Nikon D700 for € 160 (almost 30,000 shots), plus a 28mm 2.8 D for € 60, a 50mm 1.8 D for € 50, and an 85mm 1.8 D for € 130. Everything used but like new. And I can use the lenses on my Nikon F-801 that I received as a gift (with a Sigma 28-70mm 3.5-4.5 & Nikon 70-300mm 4-5.6 G). The only negative is the volume of the shutter release, or the mirror folding. In a small town on Sunday morning it sounds like a cannon blow :)

[@Aperture35]

🥃😂 yeah, the slap back of the shutter is loud. But the quality of image and colors are awesome. You got yourself a very nice setup there. That’s the best portion of older glass... it’s quite inexpensive with great quality still. Enjoy!🥃🥃

[@frederikvanreusel]

Love my just bought D3 that I got today 🥰

[@Aperture35]

Awesome bro!... it’s a D700 with turbos!... lol. Enjoy and happy New Years! 🎄🎆😂🥃🥃

[@frederikvanreusel]

@@Aperture35 ty! Happy new year!

[@black-and-light]

Well done

[@irfanredzuan2549]

im planning to replace my d700 with a d530. in your pov, is it worth it or not? and what's the best lens than can go with the d700?

[@Aperture35]

@Irfan I’m sure u mean a D5300 which is a Dx Format. If you are going for the pixel count, sure. There is no other reason to choose a cam of this type. But I’m all about full sensor. If that’s the case, the d700 is a much better cam. The d5300 only if you just want to mess around with. There is a 24-120mm I believe that will cover a decent range and will do the job just fine. There is no one lens I can recommend 100% because I don’t know what you like to shoot... if you want ultra wide, the 16-35mm f4 is a great lens, that u can add a filter on and distortion isn’t bad. My setup is 16-35mm, a 50mm and a 70-200mm. And I have a a few prime lenses, which I use more often, and that’s because I like the sharpness and low distortion. Hope that helps. 🥃🥃

[@irfanredzuan2549]

@@Aperture35 THANK YOU SO MUCH 🤧 your thoughts and opinions are very much appreciated!!!!

[@herbertandrewdutton]

Still my favorite camera!

[@Jack14432]

Hi mate what do u mean by mirror up system?!!! Can u explain please. Thx

[@Aperture35]

Hey there… so mirror up is a feature within all DSLR cameras that raises the mirror before you shoot. It’s preferable to be used with a timer. It raises the mirror for you to use the back monitor instead of the view finder. Ones you have your shot in place click away. You will have clear sharp images without worrying about the mirror slap back and causing motion blur when it comes down. It essentially makes the camera Mirrorless.

[@Jack14432]

@@Aperture35 I did put my d700 on Mirror up mode but the back screen didn’t turn on ! Any suggestions?

[@Aperture35]

Mirror up is M-up on the dial setting above the cam, not the mirror up to clean the cam that is within the menu. You have to press the shutter to activate the mirror up mode when set to this mode.

[@garyCauser]

Stick a nifty fifty on it and it will blow your mind….(100 dollar lens, 400 dollar camera….)

[@garyCauser]

Just buy quality glass….really that’s the key…

[@AgentJot23]

Do you have any experience with Canon EOS 5D classic? If yes how would you compare color reproduction between EOS 5D and D700?

[@Aperture35]

@Sunday thank you for the question. I don’t have any experience with canon. All I can tell you, is that they are all great cams. And color is subjective to your taste and where you want to take it post that. I do like the D700, and all Nikon cams from then to now, they all have the same color science. So, so u can’t go wrong with any model. Hope that helps 🥃🥃

[@AgentJot23]

@@Aperture35 Thanks for reply. I heard people comparing Canon 5D colors to Kodak Kodachrome Film and Nikon D700 to Fuji Velvia Film. But both of them have this magical film like color reproduction for sure. And I got mine D700 today, finally :D Can't wait to take it outdoor to my local woods.

[@Aperture35]

Great choice my friend. U will have tons of fun and enjoy the outcome. Cheers! 🥃🥃

[@DylanVidovich]

I own a 5D Classic, as well as a 5D Mark II, Mark III and an EOS R. The Classic is, by FAR, one of my favorite cameras I own. There's just something super charming about it.

[@joenorth3675]

I've got both. Love the D700 but files from Canon classic better, to my taste. D700 a beautiful thing and easier to use to a Nikon users like me but the Canon wins it by a nose just because of the colours.

[@Kurtcorp]

I’ve got this beast with me all the time and I live it ! Some manual lenses classic and done ✅ I can travel everywhere with it.

[@Aperture35]

Did you change your post, I thought u had asked about mirror up. In any case, I’m glad u like this cam, I just looked on the Nikon website to see if they still service this cam, and it seems as they don’t anymore. Which sucks, because it is an awesome camera. Thanks for the feedback Kurt!🥃🥃

[@Kurtcorp]

Yes actually i didn’t know about this mirror up feature, I guess you need a remote to use it properly. Thanks for you video and answer really appreciate,

[@Aperture35]

You actually don’t need anything. There is a delay mode when shooting, it might be d5 on the d700. Anyways, you press the shutter, it delays taking the shot for 1-3 secs and then it takes it. Use a tripod for best results. Your images will be even sharper then what u are used to. Play around with it. U might just have found a new purpose for it🥃🥃

[@technoshoot9077]

Yes yes Legendary......💪💪💪💪🇩🇿🇩🇿🇩🇿🇩🇿

[@Aperture35]

Very much so!..🥃🥃

[@Man_Cave]

The D700 has many professional aspects, for example, high-speed synch.

[@33antonius]

Great review, also because you also have the newer cameras and can give us your objective opinion as a serious photographer. I use the D700 with old ais lenses bought for 60 euro. Image quality is far better than a canon 80d with modern lenses which I sold to buy a D700. On the mirror slap: it is there but in in single shot it is not that bad. On the other hand the Nikon D3 is far better!

[@Aperture35]

The D3 will have better mechanical parts and the shutter is good for 300,000 I believe. The D700 was a way to get into the prosumer market, and it worked like a charm. It paid of for Nikon, and we all ended up with some great choices. The slapback of the D700 is very minor, unlike the D810 this one kicks like a shotgun, and handheld images are ok at best.

[@TK421-53]

Really like my D700, especially with AIS lenses, but it works great with all Nikon glass. I prefer the IQ of the D800 more, but that’s a more demanding camera.

[@Aperture35]

All my cams have a purpose and they all differ a little from the other. Reason why I haven’t gotten rid of them… plus sentimental value😃🥃🥃

[@blizzbee]

Couldn't agree more!!! I have both 700 and 800. 800 is really picky when choosing lenses while 700 can go well with ANY nikkor lenses i have (and i have 16 varies from ai lens, D lenses, to 1.4nano G primes).

[@Dan-jg7zl]

I have both cameras and both are amazing.

[@mateussaraiva4843]

💛🖤

[@FryChicken]

Does the D700 do automatic distortion correction for the 28-300mm f/3.5-6.2?

[@Aperture35]

I believe that if you are shooting JPEGs it might apply them. In raw, most of the time when loading to Lightroom, if Nikon provided the profile , it will be available. I haven’t used this lens, so sorry for the vague answer. Usually though , I do my own corrections, since profiles are never really accurate. Hope that helps🥃🥃

[@FryChicken]

@@Aperture35 I called Nikon and asked. Nikon did NOT include the automatic lens distortion correction in the D700 (only D800 and others). Despite this I just got a D700 off ebay for $400 incl. shipping and tax.

[@Aperture35]

@@FryChicken That is great news, the fact that you got your answer and a great cam. Happy capturing!

[@FryChicken]

@@Aperture35 I can’t wait. I need to hunt for glass now, if you have any lenses you want to donate let me know :D

[@Aperture35]

@@FryChicken 24-120mm is decent... I prefer something with f2.8 or better. but dont you use lightroom? lightroom should work just fine and have profiles available

[@AnickYT]

I use APS-C Nikon D7500 for all my work. Thinking of getting a second camera which is full frame. My style of photography benefit more with the reach of APS-C but when I do portrait, a full frame would be nice. That and just having a backup camera.

[@Aperture35]

12MP for headshots is pretty decent, I mean, for about 4 years I did way more with this cam than portraits and I thought the images were awesome. If you don’t need the extra pixels. You should be golden with this full frame. 🥃🥃

[@AnickYT]

@@Aperture35 Yeah, I'm aware how decent 12mp actually is. My phone has a 12mp camera that shoots raw dng format in the pro mode. I been using that as a last ditch effort backup when my main camera is unavailable. The phone has as much feature as an entry level DSLR in terms of manual control. (It's a samsung galaxy s9 if are curious) I bet a full frame interchangeable lens dslr with a proper image processor will do significantly better and probably compete with the 20mp APS-C camera in terms of overall performance. I would also finally use my 50mm f1.8 vintage lens and my Nikkor 135mm f2.8 as intended this way.

[@Aperture35]

Awesome!... seems as though you already have a roadmap for this cam and alternatives in place. Let me know how it works out.🍻

[@AnickYT]

@@Aperture35 I am looking at an alternative though. D750. Despite wanting a fx camera, I won't buy one for another 2 years. I would assume D750 would take it's place by then. D750 has 2 dual card slot which is kind of important as cf cards are hard to come by where I live. And too costly at that.

[@maeu59]

Yes but if you’re a person who doesn’t have LR especially with the added expense, then what to do? Who wants to spend all that time editing to begin with?

[@marksmusicplace3627]

I say this about all camera review videos. IF a person need a lot of ISO because of low light then its not ideal any way. Proper lighting with flashes and strobes always takes care of low light shooting anyway. I know I know. some people will say I'm shooting night landscapes or night wildlife and so forth. Once again. that D700 will perform better with a decent ISO with faster and better glass anyway. get better glass before thinking you need 12,800 ISO setting and so forth. a 1.8 or even 2.8 lens will always get better low light shots over bumping the ISO way up. NOT being mean but just an observation

[@Aperture35]

I agree!… nicely put.

[@georgementea8204]

I owned one yesterday ,i'm waiting for 50mm to shot some great pics

[@Aperture35]

I’m glad this camera is getting so much praise and love. It is a Nikon staple. If I like primes, May I recommend a 35mm, 50mm and a 105mm love all these lenses. F1.8 should be good but, if u can afford the extra stops u won’t regret it, f1.2 and f1.4. 🥃🥃

[@georgementea8204]

@@Aperture35 the only little problem with nikon cameras is with the rubber grips but i saw that is really chip to repleace them ,and also i saw that the shutter cand hold up to over 500k

[@Aperture35]

Yeah, I failed to mention that and good thing u brought it up. The rubbering where your palm rests usually detaches from the original. I had mind replace and then added some crazy glue, problem solved 😂. The shutter, I think you can push them as far as they can go, I believe I have over 200k+ on mine and still works perfect. But, I will send my to Nikon soon to get refurbished, I want it to be in perfect condition moving forward. And I believe it will cost $150 to get it done, so, why not. Thanks for the feedback George.

[@miklosnemeth8566]

@@Aperture35 Wow, this would be interesting to share your experience with Nikon service two years after official service period is over. I am in the same boat. Thank you so much.

[@donnlowel2387]

You can have the latest and the greatest, i’ll have this camera and still make great photos… it’s all imagination, not the gear.

[@bngr_bngr]

If I see another ad for HoneyBook I’m going to shoot a Nikon Z9.

[@georgesmith3022]

all mirrorless cameras have a mechanical shutter

[@Aperture35]

What I really meant was the lack of mirror. But came out as mechanical parts.🥃🥃

[@silviazanoni9782]

How shot have your d700?

[@Aperture35]

My D700 shutter count is 112k 🥃🥃

[@silviazanoni9782]

@@Aperture35 ah OK! With 112k shot its a good cam in 2020 !

[@PunjabiGymBeats]

@@silviazanoni9782 i am buying it next week.., its a Gem.

[@silviazanoni9782]

@@PunjabiGymBeats no man dont buy this!!! I bought the Nikon D3 with 89.000 shot for 590€ in perfect condition (aesthetic and functional) and its the flagship.... much safer and the life of shutter its much more high (300.000) Nikon d700 (150.000) ...... The d3 its a BEAST and the BEST

[@PunjabiGymBeats]

@@silviazanoni9782 thanks, but D3 is more heavier and bulkier and i found local D700 in mint condition with 38k shutter counts only.

[@MrDCB1234]

Getting the mirror out of the way is not the best thing about mirrorless. You very seldom see a mirror issue in a pro level camera. One of the best things is being able to see the exposure on the fly. IMOP

[@Aperture35]

@MrDCB1234 To be honest, there are so many factors that lead to a mirrorless being better, and neither claims alone stand true to being right. Someone earlier wrote to me and said you will never get a sharp image out of a high MP camera. Which is so true, that’s like taking a photo with a magnifying glass through the lens. And that’s the reason, you don’t see high PRO MP cameras from Nikon at least beyond 24MP. All the Pro-Sumer cameras are the only ones that venture there. The D810, it’s such a great cam, but sucks at event photography. IBIS makes mirrorless and mirror cams the best they can be. Being able to see exposure on the fly is available on the d700 and D810, it’s not unique to mirrorless. Like I said earlier, there too many factors, and to make mirrorless even better for Nikon, again, are the new z lenses, sharp, sharp, sharp! I appreciate your thought and input, I guess I needed to clarify my statement 😂😃🍻... thanks you and I hope to see more of you around here in the future 🥃🥃

[@Natural-life.15]

i used everyday

[@Aperture35]

its a solid cam, build like a bullit!

[@lowrivera]

Ok I don’t know about everyone else in the comment section, but I am not here to ass kiss. Lost me at “all cameras since the D700 have the same color...” I am paraphrasing but the D700 color have been unsurpassed in terms of color by any camera. I have a D810, and D750. Newer cameras perform much better in higher ISOs but the high ISOs on the D700 have film grain like qualities that newer cameras don’t. I got rid of my first D700 and regretted it. I got a second one and I will never get rid of it again.

[@Aperture35]

Sometimes whether one wants to or not, maybe just maybe watch the whole vid before commenting. I get it, sometimes we want to hear the right things up front or what not... but ultimately, I praised this cam for what it is, for what it was and what it can eventually be. I prefer this cam over both the other two cams u mentioned the same. Reason you like the grain is because it’s a 12MP, just like the new A7sIII. Nothing wrong with this size, specially if you are doing your prints, you know what you are doing in Lightroom and photoshop. In the end you and I came to the same conclusion... just saying. 🥃🥃

[@ΝικοςΖωχιος-χ8π]

@@Aperture35 I am copying from my group: "There are some factors that separate the D700 sensor of any other Nikon camera sensor. About D700 colors: What makes the D700 colours so special (including excellent skin tones) is its unique CFA together with a unique algorithm which applied to its sensor.(different than the D3 and D3s ones) After the D700, Nikon altered CFA filters in order to boost high ISO performance and fit a bigger number of mpx in the same size sensor. But this required making the filter less discriminating. The colour discrimination of the specific CFA allows the separation as a unique shade of any single basic colour. Modern cameras lighter CFAs simply cluster similar shades of a single colour. So, we are coming now to the most important off all the factors which called "Tonal gain" Tonal gain is what makes the D700 shots so special in dimensionality and depth. THE LOW PHOTOSITE DENSITY OF THE D700 SENSOR PRODUCES HIGH NATIVE GAIN WHICH PROVIDES EVERY SINGLE IMAGE WITH EXTRA DEPTH AND MICRO-CONTRAST, (3D Pop) DUE TO THE MICROCONTRAST, THE D700 SENSOR SEPARATES THE BULK OF THE SUBJECTS IN THE FRAME WITH A UNIQUE WAY. The explanation: This is the D700's sensor pixel area (Photosite):71.70µm2 and this is-a an example- the D850 sensor pixel area:18.88µm2 That means that the D700 sensor has 279% larger pixel area. So, let's see why this makes the difference in dimensionality and depth we see on many D700 shots. Light is a signal. This represents the tonality (colours, contrasts, details) of the subject. Its strength is defined by shutter speed and aperture. Pixel area (Photosite) is an antenna that receives the signal so it affects how much light per pixel can be gathered. The larger it is, the more light can be collected by a single pixel. BUT, The size of the photosite defines its native signal gain as well. For a camera to record the maximum amount of micro-contrast and depth off a good lens, it requires low photosite density for higher native gain. Tonal gain is NOT a dynamic range. The higher the native gain, the bigger is the gap between the peak of the gain and the noise floor over the same signal.- Photosites exist at various densities within the size of the camera sensor. Higher megapixel sensors have a higher density and lower native gain. The ISO defines the applied gain on the photosite so that it can receive a weaker signal. Increasing the gain raises the noise floor. The Analog to Digital Converter (A/D converter) converts the gained signal into digital information. The quality of the conversion is influenced by Bit Depth. The Signal to Noise Ratio firmware (SNR) separates the signal (the detail) from the noise (the noise) right before making the RAW file. If the converted gain is low, it will have a harder time figuring out the difference, therefore removing more signal. So the quality of the TONAL GAIN matters greatly final image-making. The current ideal photosite density is 12mp for the size of a full-frame sensor (Nikon D700 - 8.5 microns is ideal) This is a short list with some full-frame cameras and their pixel pitch. Full Frame Sensors Cameras Nikon D750 (5.9 microns) - 2014 14 bit Canon 6D (6.5 microns) - 2012 - 14 bit Canon 1Dx (6.9 microns) - 2011 14 bit Canon 5Dii (6.4 microns) - 2008 14 bit Nikon D3/D3s/D700 (8.5 microns) - 2008 - 14bit Canon 5D (8.1 microns) - 2005 - 12 bit

[@deliamiu7455]

For sports and wildlife mirrorless is not good...Dslr is best!

[@Aperture35]

I have always said. Every camera has a purpose. Depending on the job, chose your cam. Not the other way around.

[@TechnikMeister2]

I was a Nikon shooter for 30 years. I was loyal to the end. The last Nikon I owned was a D700 and I made a good living with it. I sold all my gear three years ago to take up an overseas position and now have returned and will take up photography again as an amateur. I now have the luxury of choosing with a clean slate. This is the problem for Nikon. And its called the Canon RP and the lenses Canon has for it. Nikon used to be the resetta stone of lens compatibility and Canon crueled their base with the new EF mount. Now Nikon has made a fundamantal mistake and I would suggest it will be fatal. They Nikon F mount was not carried through to the Z Series. Yes, you can buy an adapter, but its not a good result optically. And Nikon has not met the market with its lenses prices so the Z is not selling. If I was to buy a used D700 and their 17-35 AFS F4, used, I would be up for $2000 Australian dollars. In comparison, I can buy a NEW Canon 26mp RP and a NEW 15-35 F2.8L IS for $3000. If I was to instead buy the Canon 17-35 F4 EFS IS and the adapter, that combination would set me back $2200 tops. So why would I regress back to 2008 for the same money?

[@Aperture35]

@TechnikMeister you make a very good argument. I have always said, you should purchased whatever you believe will work for you best. I merely suggested this was a good cam to have as a hobby or backup for less then $300. In no way, did I say it’s better than anything newer out there. I just like the quality that Nikon offered in the D700 and was sharing my opinion for anyone that might overlook this older cam that’s a gem. I hope this clear my opinion. Thanks for the feedback sir 🥃🥃

[@pdxlife5879]

I was hoping Nikon to come out with a mirrorless body and keep the f mount lenses this way I can keep my pro lenses just upgrade to a newer body later on. Was very disappointed with z mount bodies/lenses upon release so decided to switch to fujifilm after that.

[@Aperture35]

Fuji cams are great, one of the best in the market. As far as switching over to Fuji because of the mount, well, seems odd as you would have to do the same with Fuji and buy new lenses or adapters. Nikon did a great thing by switching mounts and keeping the ability to use the f mount. The fmount was too mechanical and clunky, it needed something finer to take care of video and photo at the same time while increasing sharpness and quality. To me it was the right move for them to be competitive with everyone else. 🥃🥃

[@qaiscanon9619]

Mor video of Nikon d700 50f1.8g

[@Aperture35]

I will see what I can do about that combo setup. Thanks for the request🥃🥃

[@unbroken1010]

High iso? You all could stop being lazy. Learn some lighting and your craft

[@Aperture35]

Hello there... why so bitter my friend... have a cup of coffee ☕️ might make things better. So which one is it, high ISO or lighting. Cuz one eliminates the other... just saying, take it from someone that doesn’t know his craft... cheers 🍻 🥃

[@unbroken1010]

@@Aperture35 I just think that the new generation of photographers relies too much on ISO what's in the end makes for a very Bland picture consistently especially if you don't know how to look at good light. I wouldn't say I'm bitter but I do get tired of looking through magazines where I can tell the photographer got lazy and just increase the highest so instead of trying to do anything interesting with additional lighting. Remember complacency does not have a good record in history politics or art

[@unbroken1010]

@@Aperture35 by the way I like tea🤷😂 you should try your coffee with some reishi good combination and levels out the caffeine jolt

[@Aperture35]

I knew you weren’t after starting smack... just misunderstood. Will have to try your coffee mushroom blend. Hope ain’t just good to balance me out... 😂 I agree with you, I don’t really care much for High ISO... I just want good images. And this camera can produce that with proper creative lighting as you said. But when that ain’t available abd high iso is required, then I see the need for it. But then I see the need for longer times in post. And these people now, just believe is set and done not fixing the problem they created and calling artistic effect. No such shit, just laziness. Thanks for bringing this up. Respect ✊ 🥃🥃😂

[@unbroken1010]

@@Aperture35 yeah I agree which again brings up the great point. I like cameras where I can get the settings right as much as possible. I have zero intentions of dealing with the camera that can put me hours behind a computer. The only camera that justifies some work behind the computer that's well worth it are the sigma Merrill and forevon sensors. Only because the proprietary software is so slow. Thank goodness they put 80 mg firmware SD Quattro but the Merrell sensor is truly astonishing. if you produce good content , to the normal viewer they're not concerned about these things.

[@qaiscanon9619]

Mor abaut d700

[@Aperture35]

There isn’t much to cover on this subject anymore... what would you like to see?

[@alexb2773]

what you're saying is probably interesting but that loud annoying music made me turn off the video. It's so much louder than your speaking voice too.

[@Aperture35]

Thanks for letting me know. This is the first time I hear that about this vid.

[@alexb2773]

@@Aperture35 no problem, I said it as a feedback, maybe it helps you :)

[@uncatila]

Expensive cameras get stolen.

[@Aperture35]

Even the cheapest of equipment will get stolen in the wrong place at the wrong time…. 🥃🥃😁

[@uncatila]

I had my Nikonos 2 stolen I Florence in 1982. And my Rolli 35s in london in 1986. I don't know when my Nikon F2 got stollen but it's gone. Her I think il get a Nikon DAY and take it to Mexico.

[@Aperture35]

😂 not sure if you have bad luck with cams or just bad trips… 😂 Don’t worry one of these days you will find the perfect camera and destination and your luck will change for the better 🥃🥃

[@uncatila]

@@Aperture35 the Nikonos got taken with my bag on Sunday when I went to communion and I left it in the pew. In the States that wouldn't happen. The Rolli was taken after I was detained in london and my bags were flown ahead to Amsterdam. I guess you just insure the expensive equipment or travel with the good old stuff. I'm glad that there is a glutt of fantastic gear now.

[@Aperture35]

Very true my friend 😀

[@BabarJ]

Dear, Please make sure to remember the exact specs about the camera in the video to avoid misguiding the viewers. You mentioned high end ISO to H3 and lowest to 64 which is NOT correct. Its highest ISO is H2 and lowest is H1 which is 100 (not 64) -An Avid D700 user.

[@Aperture35]

I appreciate the feedback and will note to be more accurate with specs. Thank you.

[@Dan-jg7zl]

Mirrorless is garbage. Sold my Fuji GFX50R setup and moved back to my DSLR. I get photos with a gorgeous aesthetic and lovely black and white tones from that sensor. I make concious decisions again when I take my photos and it's very deliberate. I can edit my photos quickly with no lagging because the files are so much smaller, they respond faster. 12MP is more than enough for top quality large prints. Mirrorless is for the lazy, unskilled photographer.

[@ironmonkey1512]

I'm in the same boat have been shooting a 50R last two years, I just picked up a D200 and I am very impressed with it.