Nikon D850 (2024) | Watch Before You Buy

[@TechThroughTheLens]

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[@user-cc6gt3re1p]

Thanks for the review. I got the D850 when they first came out in UK. I have never changed it and don't think I will, its a fantastic camera, even by todays standards. No regrets there. I don't really do video apart from timelapse and mainly use it for landscape and astro, so its cool for me!

[@liverpoolpictorial]

What @user-cc6gt3re1p wrote. Nothing more to add. Great review. Thanks.

[@pll66]

Got mine 3 months ago…it’s a beast of a camera!

[@voodoowraith]

I use the meter read out inside the viewfinder to determine over or under exposure

[@voodoowraith]

@@mediaflmcreationRight?

[@thomasphillips5850]

I shoot with the 850, the stills are incredible, the black & white is spot on for me. I don't care how old the design is, the camera is truly the best dslr made. Yeah I have shot the D4s as well. Still better. And by the way I also use the Canon R6 but for stills its the 850. Thanks for the chance to rant. Great video, you tell it the way it is. Thanks

[@knoxyish]

me to dont do video shoot a d4s and d850 sold on the z6...........

[@joekelly9369]

Couldnt agree more , for complete night time photography stars etc , fantastic (the trinity can be had for the price of 1 new z lens , ) my older vrii lenses are as good as my new fl ed vr lenses , i couldnt do without the shutter ,the camera can be used silently to 15 frames a second if needed , its a stunner

[@raffygarcia3812]

Use Atomos ninja as your monitor recorder you will be surprise the capability of D850 in video setup.

[@vasilakiz]

what's that stupidity to say that D850 is an old camera?i get paid for professional work with my D700 and the camera is 15 years old.once a good camera always a good camera

[@joechip4822]

I second this - have my D700 since 2009 and did a whole lot of professional work with it - weedings, company events, food photography etc. etc.. The thing is, that only other photographers ever complain about cameras being too old. The average client doesn't even recognize it if I had to crop a 12 Megapixel image of the D700 - which I regularly did. My photos have been in print media of all sorts - and for me everything came down to the dynamic range and the capability to shoot in low light. My D700 'can shoot in a coal mine with available light only' I often used to say. The used D850 body I bought only just recently has yet to prove that it is that good for my kind of photography. And what is only rarely mentioned ... the material and build quality has obviously decreased from the D700 to the D850. You simply feel it, even when only pressing the knobs. I would not be surprised if the D700 still works after the D850 failed on me in a couple of years of heavy use.

[@andrewoneill144]

Up the D700 massive!!

[@SonOfWalhall]

​@@andrewoneill144i have D700 with batterygrip and with Sigma 85mm Art on, its a heavy thing 😅

[@StartreckTu]

People think that more mega pixel means more clarity …12mpx is more for prints . D700 is a legendary , D850 is on it way to become a legend.

[@rcpmac]

@@StartreckTuno, the point being made is crop ability

[@mp-kq3vc]

Claiming that the D850 isn't "modern" is laughable.

[@ChrisEbz]

Exactly what I was thinking

[@PrazzayasWorld]

He’s actually saying that the D850 is a modern camera but a bit older than current modern cameras and is missing some of the features of 2024 cameras in comparison to 2018 cameras such as the d850,we all know the D850 is unparalleled

[@griefwnl7641]

r u delusional, ofc its old

[@PK.Manuel]

Nikon D850 king of DSLR Today Tomorrow and Forever 🎉🎉🎉🎉👌🏻👍🏻🫱🏻‍🫲🏼Legend nikonD850

[@seesantos]

Kids these days claiming that one must have the most "modern" camera with all the bells and whistles when they can't even or don't use the majority of them. Try going back to the 110 days (google it if you're younger than 40)! The 850 is fantastic camera, so it doesn't shoot in 4k 60fps. Unless you're a pro, do you even need it? That's the question isn't it? Do you actually need all the bells and whistles? a 45mp sensor with 7fps may not give you what you want for serious action shots (speed that is), but for the vast majority of users, it's a beast! I shoot with a D500 and it's a killer camera. If anyone wants to hand me a 850, I won't say no, but I won't go buy one unless I need to.

[@RazeTheWeak]

Funny seeing a review on this camera in 2023. I actually picked one up a few months ago along with the newest version of the Nikkor 24-70 and 70-200. I've barely touched my Fuji XH2/XT5 since. I love love love the OVF! The AF is more reliable than my newer Fuji's lol. It can be a hefty beast with the battery grip, but drop the grip and throw on an old manual focus Nikkor lens (they usually cost less than $100) and you have a super capable street setup. Also, a little Nikon secret is their B&W profile. It's, IMO, the best B&W profile from any camera brand. I hardly have to do any editing.

[@Huginn1000]

"capable street setup" 🤯🤣

[@hellatightdude]

@@Huginn1000if Samuel from Samuelstreetlife can shoot street with a D850, it can clearly be done.

[@ralphcedricbasco278]

​@@Huginn1000I do street with a Nikon D3 which is huge and I'm doing just fine. You'll sorta develop a style doing street with a DSLR

[@joekelly9369]

Theyre a fantastic camera ,any editing i do is only in camera toutch ups only , day or night ,

[@enterlematrix]

Bought a d850 in 2019 and never looked back. I want for nothing more, When I shoot video (gasp) I use a dedicated video camera (Sony pxw-z90v). Right tools for the right job.

[@Kunal0915]

I know friends who are still using the D750. Guys are still using the 5D classic!! D850 is more camera than most would need even in 2025.

[@TechThroughTheLens]

Its a great camera, but i wanna stress that there are alot more features in newer cameras that make them worth the upgrade

[@paulconnors2078]

I have a Z9, a D850 and 2 D750s and I also still shoot film with an F6, F5 and 3 F100s. The D850 is only more camera for most people who are BEGINNERS. By the time you know anything about photography and its potential, the D850 is an IDEAL CAMERA especially for those who don't want to or can't make the transition to mirrorless for financial reasons.

[@somethingabout_travel]

My d750 is my go-to even though I have a z62

[@Travelmomentsbydh]

You are right....still using my 9 year old D750😊

[@fordprefect1575]

Can probably up that to 2035

[@julianmcwey866]

Iv got d850 d810 d700 and 2 d300s still use them all !!!! Ill never need anything more "modern" than the d850

[@PK.Manuel]

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤NikonD850 king of DSLR, Premium Camera,Better than Modern Mirrorless camera

[@StartreckTu]

I was happy with D7100 and to get a good copy of D700 I bought one last year and shooting with it since . Now am hunting to pick a mint condition D850 .

[@therarelement]

You can even change it to Emmanuel mode. Great camera

[@sudip2905]

D850 is just awesome!!!

[@jasongreenspan1498]

I'm still using a d750, which has served my needs well for many years. It's 2024 and and I'm about to buy a d850 to use as my main body, keeping the d750 as a backup. Can't wait to use this beast!

[@martinabromkovaphotography]

This is my plan for 2024 too..

[@pete9421]

I had a D750 for a few years. Unfortunately it got damaged on a flight. I upgraded to a D850 and am very happy with it. The D750 still works, but blacks out a triangle in the top left of the frame. I can still use it, but need to crop down to about 80% size.

[@Alpa6c]

Somewhat of a nitpick on my part. From Nikon USA site "When using the optional BL-5 battery chamber cover connected to the EN-EL18b/EN-EL18a, and inserted into a MB-D18 Multi Battery Power Pack, you may achieve up to 9 fps continuous shooting with the D850. When using an EN-EL18b battery to power the MB-D18, use the optional BL-5 battery chamber cover (sold separately)." The battery grip alone does not increase the FPS.

[@TechThroughTheLens]

oh thats interesting. I was told by all the nikon shooters its the battery grip. but that makes it has to be the right battery aswell

[@andreberthet1283]

@@TechThroughTheLens To obtain 9fps you will need the EN-EL18a which is a 10.8 volt 2500mAh Lithium-ion battery. This is the type of batteries used in D4 and D5. Between the cost of this battery + the dedicated charger, be ready to spend ~$1000. However you may be able to find some used one for much cheaper.

[@knipserin_007fotos3]

Ich freue mich auf die d850 🤩 Wollte sie schon immer haben, nur das nötige Kleingeld hat mir dazu gefehlt- jetzt hab ich sie mir zum Geburtstag gegönnt 🤩😍😍

[@jornmulder]

ich auch ! still.. have to save more money. lol

[@Marko-od7eb]

Professional videographers do not use tracking autofocus. Why do you think all the top video lenses are only manual ?

[@joekelly9369]

Still my favourite camera iv tried the new z9 . And the truth is i dont use the 9fps the d850gives the focussing with the pro lenses . is fast , THERES NO benfit whatsoever the z9 could offer to make photography better for my type of photography . I would buy another d850 first

[@LMoProVisualComm]

had to watch this again and listen to you recommend a Canon R6 video over the Nikon upgrades like the (Z9, Z8, Z6II, ZF) this is really just weird.. if you own a Nikon and want better video just upgrade to the z8 or z9

[@Larry-qz3es]

This is the camera I wanted After studying and reading the reviews and purchasing it. Amazing camera.

[@feraudyh]

Apature?

[@udaymohan264]

This is exactly the video I needed to see considering I am looking to up my D7000 for the D850

[@udaymohan264]

@gordon9177 didn't know about this sale, shall check it out

[@pll66]

Great review - Got mine 3 months ago! I’d say not being able to quickly accessing menu setting is not entirely correct / @2:23 You can create a “my menu” with any frequently used camera settings and assign it to a custom button. Key function of the camera (and on several Nikons)

[@michaelsmith697]

I sold my D7500 and bought the D850 on eBay. I love it. There’s plenty of reasonably inexpensive lenses available for this camera. It’s an awesome camera.

[@foxhound8843]

Just ordered the d850 , king of reflex

[@MeetJackBlack]

I am very torn. In Canada, for the price of anew D850, you can buy a Nikon Z7II. I have a lot of F mount glass, and a D750. So, I am torn between this and the Z camera for my main shooter. I do eventually photography as a side hustle.

[@tonyp1340]

Not sold to me. I'll stay with my ancient D750. Too many reason to list them all why, but I think any D750 owner will understand. Price here in NZ for a start. Also with that insane resolution one would need lenses probably costing as much if not more than the camera. Weight, imagine carrying that rig around all day. Okay for a studio based professional but that's a reducing market these days. Obviously, all just imo 😀

[@miguelvicente3996]

Great video! Can you do the nikon d810?

[@dance2jam]

The 4K video is pixel binned and the AF on the video is poor (must use manual focus). Otherwise, the video does look good H.264 4:2:0. As a photography camera, I agree. fantastic if you need the high megapixel count and you shoot more static subjects.

[@rcl99tlr65]

Great video and I love my D850!

[@markhanebuthsanchez]

What lens should I get for it? I wanna shoot at day and at night, mostly gonna be using it for music videos

[@TechThroughTheLens]

the sony a6700/ sony fx3 or sony zve1

[@markhanebuthsanchez]

@@TechThroughTheLens what?😂😭 I'm asking what lens should I get for the nikon d 850

[@user-vk9ff9gr4x]

look at the sigma art lens. SO sharp, so fast, so cheap.

[@rawrrawr3636]

0:55 who is manuel

[@reneefariasphoto40]

Good video. I think it's both hilarious and dumb when I hear someone say, "You can't determine your exposure from the OVF." let me think here, since about 1960 or so, professionals have been using light meters (internal and external) to determine perfect exposure. What has changed? NOTHING. I live in L.A. and I have tried to hire students from top-tier art schools that are top of their class. To date, none know how to use a light meter. NONE. I felt bad for the last student I tried to hire because her final project which made up a big part of her grade was not coming out as envisioned. I taught her how to use a light meter and the one in her Sony, and bam all came out perfect. She got an "A" on her final. I asked her if she skipped class during the teaching of lighting, and she said NO, but they never taught her how to use a light meter. Again this is one of the premier schools in the country. I guess they are selling BA degrees nowadays and should call them "BS" degrees. The bottom line, a good photographer will learn their trade and will know the exposure triangle, and can use a meter on any camera to obtain perfect exposure. Again solid review on the best DSLR ever made.

[@keithtremble315]

Where is the pop up flash

[@castieldiallo2945]

Of course it is good enough. It is very usable for pro work. It aint heavy. The presenter has very little muscle mass.

[@ruff1draft]

Would love to own the Nikon D750 and Nikon D780

[@mostirreverent]

I found it to be too small compared to my D3S

[@afrozmalik7285]

Should i buy sony a7m3 or d850 just for photos?

[@Moedaprince]

100% D850! ✌

[@baikakun03]

Hey are you looking for a thumbnail designer ?

[@Dami603]

Is it not too heavy?

[@TechThroughTheLens]

with the battery grip its pretty chunky. without the battery grip its not too heavy

[@MrRoosterx]

I guess it depends, I don't have any problems using my D850 with a heavy lens like the Sigma Art 70-200 for a few hours, and I am not fit in any way.

[@orion2250]

Just need a 80% sharp focus hit rate for sports and low light

[@gamingwithniloy2392]

For travel blogging Wich one is the best lens for sony zv e10, . under 200 or 300 dollars Reply plz sir

[@TechThroughTheLens]

I think the kit lens might just be best for that price. I would try to snag a 16mm 2.8 , its about 240 usd

[@gamingwithniloy2392]

@@TechThroughTheLens Thank you very much for the suggestion

[@meatbyproducts]

I have shot the D850 in combat zones and loved it. Great video, until you said you recommend a Canon body. Their new RF mount cameras are a mess. I couldn't recomnd any of their cameras until they figure out what the hell their doing.

[@kwisclubta7175]

6:45 So, shooting stills with this camera is great, but shooting video is "a whole different story" because its... great... Uh... what?

[@michaelsmith697]

The D850 IS a modern camera. You are referring to the newer “mirrorless” variety…

[@guspangs]

D850 is beast man

[@nickreid5939]

What about the Nikon D810??

[@BlaineShillington]

It's weird to see people reviewing DSLRs now from the perspective of mirrorless being the standard. Like come on, you whippersnappers don't know how good you have it. Back in the day we had less than 51 AF points and had to use single point just to get a half decent lock, and some people did without 100% coverage in their optical viewfinder. Y'all have it easy now! haha Ok, i'm going to go nurse a bad knee and refill my arthritis prescription now.

[@nikaaayyy]

my fav.♥️

[@smoloms]

For general photography this is all you probably need.

[@TechThroughTheLens]

I agree and omg the 45mp sensor is insane

[@tiptop9909]

I bought before I watched

[@michaelkanger1355]

😃

[@1225KPH]

Is "MANUEL" Mode gay and what does Manuel do for you when you push his button?

[@Juventinos]

here's the thing. the d800 is still relevent in 2023. ffs. so is the D4! .. so yes d850 is overkill for most jobs

[@paulconnors2078]

Uhhh, no, it isn't because the newer mirrorless cameras have eclipsed it. I have one and a Z9 and I like the D850, but it will never be OVERKILL.

[@Juventinos]

​@@paulconnors2078 if you shoot sports sure, birds in flight too, it's not over kill, still a very capable camera. anything else... mirrorless takes the same picture. only the d850 has a magical sensor. only my GFX100S can keep up with it.

[@norbertt.5363]

Yes you are right 850 best....this fish here only want to say that he has a z9 but if he was a profi he would know how good the 850 is but he is anly a loser

[@markhickson1066]

@@paulconnors2078 are you sure you know how to use a camera properly? D850 for almost all types of photography every time. Z9 video for sure but as a photographers tool the D850 takes some beating , what photographer takes videos???. And in terms of what you can capture, it comes down to the photographer not the camera. The D850 is more than good enough and better than all the mirrorless in my opinion.

[@paulconnors2078]

@@markhickson1066 Hey Mark, I'm a retired military combat photographer. I think I know how to use a camera, having done so now for more than 50 years. Kiss my A$$.

[@LMoProVisualComm]

Modern day . Y'all killing me with this🤦🏾‍♂️

[@jameshall2882]

RIGHT!!

[@LMoProVisualComm]

@@jameshall2882 like why would anyone move from a nikon D850 to a damn canon r6 when Nikon has the Z9, Z8 and Zf,

[@MrRoosterx]

@@LMoProVisualComm The Z8 is such a beast! And the ZF is the best looking camera last 20 years with some nice features too.

[@mrtambourineman6107]

The D850 is MUCH better than any of your so called 'modern' cameras!

[@markhickson1066]

hahahaha, "one of the disadvantages of the D850 is that it has an optical viewfinder", I stopped listening there. Don't watch, this is rubbish!

[@NoughtYourMum]

Manuel mode? Is that for taking pictures of your Siberian Hamsters? Or does the camera shout "Si. I know nothing!" or “Mr Fawlty, I no want to work here any more.”???

[@nikhomtai3120]

I'm new here in the photography/videography world. All I know is point and shoot with my 15 Pro Max but I want to move up. I've been looking at something like a Nikon p950 because of zoom capabilities for airshows and aviation but was suggested D7500 with sigma lenses 150-600 and it is airshow season, so I've been watching many reviews on starter cameras. Just so many options out there and not sure where to start. My main goal is get some of those crisp 4k videos and maybe some fighter jets with vapors.

[@MrRoosterx]

I am not sure if I've been unlucky with my Tamron 150-600 G2 since after lying in my bag for a few years it had to go getting a repair in which they changed the controller board, but I would do as you said, get a Sigma. I don't trust Tamron after this and I do have quite a few Sigma(Art).

[@tigertolliver5199]

Great review. Great content. Keep up the good work. I'm going to get one😊

[@paulconnors2078]

Check your spelling. MANUAL is spelled this way. APERTURE is spelled this way. It may seem like nerdy spelling call-outs, but it's called "attention to detail" and if I noticed it, others will, too and it goes to credibility.

[@user-xq3nq2pf3r]

Who asked you??

[@TechThroughTheLens]

thanks i appreciate it. I am dyslexic and i usually spell check. my bad.

[@paulconnors2078]

@@user-xq3nq2pf3r Foxtrot Oscar!

[@kwisclubta7175]

​@@user-xq3nq2pf3rAh, right, because we have to wait to be called on by the comment-section police before we're allowed to comment here. 🙄

[@luisscortes2872]

Make a video about the canon t100 please

[@TechThroughTheLens]

i gotchu

[@edihubstudios]

Hey sir if you are searching for channel manager. I'm here to help you. Exited to hear from you soon.

[@disadadi8958]

"specifically a specific button..." Cmon, think before you talk.

[@sanaatanviswa]

Great inputs ❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@sohmiJesuswithme]

Jesus love you all✝️❤️

[@naduncan100]

There is NO Ý' in NIKON , try pronouncing it properly Nikon will thank you

[@ABEiiiKU]

I miss your beards

[@TechThroughTheLens]

but we have long hair now

[@ABEiiiKU]

@@TechThroughTheLens That's true though. The long hair is sweet but but the beards make you look like a boss 😊

[@jamesdeberhart]

Spell check... *Manual *Aperture

[@TechThroughTheLens]

Dislexia. its got me again

[@mist99ab]

Wow. You can read the manual. Genius... or idiot.

[@michaelsmith697]

I sold my D7500 and bought the D850 on eBay. I love it. There’s plenty of reasonably inexpensive lenses available for this camera. It’s an awesome camera.