Beautiful images, in which we can see your passion for photography. I've shot professionally on and off for over 20 years, spending more than I'd like to admit on gear. The birth of my first child meant a swift change in priorities, seeing me sell everything except for my D700 and cheap 50mm f1.8d. The camera's been with me around the world and beat to shit. Been in sandstorms, flooded, toppled down stairs onto concrete, and is missing all rubber coverings. My kids have also further adorned it with stickers, since they're so darn comfortable with it (it's always slung over my shoulder). Hitting 800k on the shutter, still going strong, still making me money, and still producing the cleanest, most beautiful images of my family I'd ever taken. Plus, its ergonomics and instant focus with a 50mm lens means zero missed shots. This camera just gets out of the way and SHOOTS. I now hoard genuine batteries whenever I find 'em (also still going strong after 15 years), and am always on the lookout for backup bodies should my trusty sidekick ever bite the dust.
@SkylerKing6 ай бұрын
I love this comment. I was imagining the life that camera has had and the things it has seen, as I was reading it. This camera is hard not to fall in love with. I immediately noticed how reliable the autofocus is, even when shooting in very dark conditions. I already like it more than my old D600 and D800 (for a variety of reasons).
@AbbasBinYounas14 сағат бұрын
@@SkylerKing I hope you find the time to do a d600 vs d700 comparison of your experience with both. Or even all three of them...
@kbarrett18446 ай бұрын
Thanks Skyler. Looking to add a D700 as a stablemate to my Canon5D. Read so many great things about it. Looks like 'The Legend" mostly lives up to its accolades.
@SkylerKing6 ай бұрын
So far, I have been completely loving it. I haven't had a single bad experience. It also feels much more modern than it is.
@TheOverlordOfProcrastination2 ай бұрын
Even today its images have something I can’t ever explain. It’s my favourite camera.
@michazapart76466 ай бұрын
Sounds like you need the MB-D10 now 😁 Good news is that it can be found for pennies these days. Once again, congratulations on your new, legendary camera!
@SkylerKing6 ай бұрын
I've been keeping my eye out for one. So far, any that I have come across (locally) have been either very a bit too expensive or they have been damaged in some way. It's definitely on the list, though.
@michazapart76466 ай бұрын
@@SkylerKing I don't know how it would look in terms of shipping cost to your destination, but I'd suggest having a look at the MPB or KEH offers. Beware though - those are "rabbit holes" for the camera gear lovers ;) As an example, the EU branch of MPB has at the moment more than 10 pcs of these, ranging between EUR 22 - 33.
@SkylerKing6 ай бұрын
Well, now I have to look...
@slr70756 ай бұрын
The mb-d10 is a great addition but some units have sensitive shutter buttons. There is a diy fix somewhere on KZbin taking it apart desoldering some wires and readjusting the spring tension of the shutter button.
@Griffin_Sniped_U6 ай бұрын
I’ll never sell mine.
@SkylerKing6 ай бұрын
Can't blame you. I don't think I will ever sell mine, either.
@daniel-dimitrioss.m46083 ай бұрын
I sell my only when I find one in better shape. Hahahahaha
@kimc5750Ай бұрын
They are so insanely inexpensive these days, I purchased a spare. 😂
@AbbasBinYounasАй бұрын
I'm saving up to get mine...
@garethwilliams97627 күн бұрын
Now that MD10 grips are so cheap used it is well worth buying and adapting to take the same battery as your D3s
@treasureislandofworld2 ай бұрын
Totally agree with you & the high iso capability is far far far far more better than anything.
@musiqueetmontagne3 ай бұрын
I shoot Nikon mirrorless now and they are great. However, looking back and redeveloping some of my old D700 raws makes me miss it. Those files, only 12 mp of huge photosites, are quite remarkable and really do have a special look. Thanks for uploading..
@dance2jam2 ай бұрын
I'll look forward to your review after you've lived with the camera a bit longer. Thanks for making the video and showing your photos (very enjoyable). The D700 was "my camera" for 2 weeks before the camera I pre-ordered arrived. I photograph mainly wildlife/sports/action - so I moved away from the D700. The only thing that keeps me from shooting with it (I still do) more is the button placements and set up are fairly different from my current Nikon kit. That said, I still love the images it produces. For me, I prefer the ISO button where it is currently placed on newer Nikon models (on the right near the shutter button) and the mode button (which I rarely use) on the left. I'm curious about two things at the moment. 1. Do you miss having the Canon (now implemented by Sony) "Jog wheel" on the back of the camera? 2. Would love to hear what tasks or images you believe the differences are (not just the tech side) between the 5D Classic and D700 since they were both touted for different reasons (5D Classic for color science, Nikon for files and AF). Never owned a Canon after the AT-1 - but that's only because I wasn't really doing meaningful photography. Thanks again for the video. Always heard good things about the Nikon D3S, but at the time I launched into photography it was expensive even though it was a decade and a bit old.
@dance2jam3 ай бұрын
Love the D700, but for me ALL the buttons are not perfectly placed (i.e. the ISO button - which has a much better location on the D850, Z9, etc). The camera could also benefit from a better rear LCD. The monochromatic noise is special.
@garnieross99586 ай бұрын
I have nine Nikon digital cameras that have probably never been turned off. Always on. Touch the shutter button and you're good to go. Charge lasts for months.
@SkylerKing6 ай бұрын
That's quite the collection. I only have two Nikons, at the moment. I have only owned 8 of them ever, I believe. Only four of which have been full frame.
@garnieross99586 ай бұрын
D70, D80,D90, D100, D200, D300, D7000, D610, D750 my digital collection. Will be adding a D700 and either a Z 6II or III. I also collect film gear 150+ bodies with lenses and accessories.I prefer the old manual lenses which should be very impressive on a D700. @@SkylerKing
@林化人Ай бұрын
D700是很棒相機,我有,並且用它拍攝日常生活照片。
@SkylerKingАй бұрын
我非常喜歡它
@kynio34332 ай бұрын
OH, I've just noticed that in this camera "Mode" button is actually on the right side. So Nikon was able to place is in correct place at some point in time :) Unlike nowadays :(
@niceyesplease6 ай бұрын
Wow what Bokeh of the 24-70 2.8G looks very smooth.
@SkylerKing6 ай бұрын
I have been very pleased with it. This lens has actually been a great surprise, for me, in how many things it does really, really well.
@samuelsmith680423 күн бұрын
If you put it to 6400, its highest native iso and shoot the lens cap you can see the pure noise profile. If you zoom in, it is indeed monochromatic, and they are grainlike shapes. You only get colour noise in Hi modes.
@romansivers6 ай бұрын
Hi Skyler, would be great if in the upcoming video you could also compare the D700 to the D3s. Very interesting topic!
@SkylerKing6 ай бұрын
Oh man... that would be an interesting challenge. They are so similar in so many ways, while also being very different. I would really need to think about how to approach that.
@renegrautstueck34684 ай бұрын
I bought my D200 (DX) in 2005 and a D700 (full frame) this year. The same batteries, almost the same menu and my lenses now give me more flexibility. Both cameras "feel" the same too... I love them!
@JC-XL3 күн бұрын
Is this the 85 / 1.8G lens on the camera or the 1.4? Because it looks quite large on that body.
@davyboyo6 ай бұрын
Very excited to be going on this D700 journey with you. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. D700 is perhaps the only other digital camera I really wish to own as a companion to my 5D. Then again that renowned 16mp sensor in the D4 is undeniably intriguing to me......😁
@SkylerKing6 ай бұрын
The D700, 5D Classic, and 6D seem to be in this very unique balancing of of what they offer, who they appeal to, etc. I have a lot of thoughts about those comparisons. Also, I have wanted that a D4 (or D4s) and/or a DF for years. The output of that sensor is amazing, from everything I have seen.
@davyboyo6 ай бұрын
@@SkylerKing it would be very interesting to see how you got on with that sensor if you ever did get your hands on a D4/Df. I am quite interested to hear your thoughts on that comparison between those different bodies, if you were to make such a video. I think my own interpretation must be that it's somebody who wants their camera to have a bit of personalit, and give a tactile experience which feels like the act of photography is something where the camera asks something of you, and so is different than merely an interaction with advanced tech which is itself superior to human abilities (and which we are so very jaded on).
@Fotoklasika15 күн бұрын
i have Nikon D700 and Nikon D850...And D700 clear winner on photography process, idea, art, because you don't need to spend more time in post processing:) Nowdays cameras focusing on procesing...Both stuff is fun for me...But skintones - D700 winner...If you make photography without mistakes (like film photographers did) - Then you don't need D850:) If you love post processing - Now for it i have digital 50MP medium format camera (woth 23mm (18mm ekv FF) lens ) for extreme post...But D700 is my Fine ART/portraits camera with manual Zeiss Classic 35mm f1.4🎉
@propellerhuang6 күн бұрын
台灣的照片耶,我也是用D700,好多次也想換掉,礙於新機實在貴,所以還是繼續使用了
@romansivers6 ай бұрын
Thank you, Skyler! Great video! Your narration is awesome! You can easily be a radio host. Very informative, awesome format. Keep up the good work! Cheers from Canada.
@tRickyBA6 ай бұрын
I found one with 13K shutter count mint condition, around 400 $. This time I will die with it.
@armingutschick91056 ай бұрын
Great. Those are my favourite three fullframe camera bodies, too. Looking forward the upcoming comparison. Another great thing about the D700 are the two buttons up front next to the lens. The lower one I programmed for the level indicator. Very handy. Do you like the 24-70mm, 2.8 so far?
@SkylerKing6 ай бұрын
I use that exact button for "mirror up" and I actually edited that part of the video out in order to keep the time down, lol. The 24-70mm is way better than I expected it to be. I had no doubt that it was a good lens, I just didn't expect that I would enjoy using it this much. I think the minimum focus distance being so incredibly short is one of the biggest advantages.
@virgiliocelis558310 күн бұрын
Great photos! I just picked up a D700 a week or so ago and loving my experience with it so far. I picked that up in addition to my D3s - I watched your video on the D3s before I made the decision to get one.
@SkylerKing8 күн бұрын
How do you like the D3s? And how do you feel about the D3s vs the D700, so far?
@kedralive3 ай бұрын
Is it worth buying in 2024? How much should it cost and should you pay attention to the mileage of the camera? What do you think - what is the maximum mileage it should be? And what lens would be the most universal at a low price, so that it could zoom several times? Maybe there are some other suggestions worth considering? I'm looking for a used camera for $250-400 and I'm wondering whether an older FULLFRAME or a newer APS-C one is better.
@BlkInc1Ай бұрын
My D90 just broke and I'm in the same boat, D610,D700,D750,D7200 have all caught my eye. D700 seems to be the cheapest and I've never had full frame before. Very tough decision... might end up with 2 different cameras eventually, LoL
@kedraliveАй бұрын
@@BlkInc1 im thinking about XT20 right now, cheaper lenses etc.
@edc53386 ай бұрын
Nice video and images. I own three D700s. They were in prime used condition with less than 10K activations and came with the MD. The color rendition is superb even in .jpg. No way will I give these up. Love the sound of that shutter!
@SkylerKing6 ай бұрын
I'm definitely enjoying this one. The shutter sounds great. The control layout is as near to perfect as I think any camera has ever been. And the price, these days, is unbeatable.
@ForeverYoung0073 ай бұрын
One of the few persons who accurately described the strengths of the D700 handling and specifically in comparison to the 6D, which I own both and fully agree. I personally just love the control layout of the Nikons and also have a D3s, although one minor annoyance with it is the lack of ability to control auto-iso directly from external controls.
@NITISHVIPIN2 ай бұрын
Hi, Nikon d700 vs d3S which one you recommend for photography? Is image quality same or different?
@SkylerKing2 ай бұрын
Image quality is definitely different. If size/weight isn't a determining factor, I would recommend the D3s.
@RohamBroccoli4 ай бұрын
Bought a 6d and D700 around the same time. The D700 goes down in history as the best ergonomically and build quality one of the best cameras ever made. But it comes with a big downside(for me). And it's the size - the weight. Must admit that you feel it after a day with the D700. In that category, I actually prefer 6d. And precisely because of that, I think the D700 has to go.
@JanusJeffrey4 ай бұрын
In egypt on a trip. My D700 broke. I actually found ANOTHER ONE in Cairo for $50 which is about 2,000 Egyptians Pounds. The camera has only 4,000 actuations. Im in heaven and CANNOT believe my luck. . This is an amazing camera, esp when using the old and legendary Nikon 28mm F/1.4
@SkylerKing4 ай бұрын
Holy crap, only $50 is already insane, but with only 4,000 actuations? That's incredible
@JanusJeffrey4 ай бұрын
@@SkylerKing Yep. Probably got confiscated and the govt sold it to the vendors. They also have a D5 for $200 USD which is nearly 10K in their currency, but I already have a D6.
@hailliehalverson63526 ай бұрын
I just recently bought one of these, although just the body, and my d5200 not auto focusing, I’m excited to see how it pans out. Unable to purchase a brand new mirrorless, I’ve seen the cult following this model and the d500 have. I plan on using it for sports, at least as introduction, it’ll be a nice stepping stone and I believe it’s still worth the hype in 2024. It produces amazing output(from what I’ve seen people post), regardless of the megapixels 🎉
@SkylerKing6 ай бұрын
That's funny, I also have a D5200 in my office that my son likes to use! I have been using the D700 every day since I got it and I am happy with it, so far. For how cheap they have become, it's a pretty hard deal to beat. I mean, it's an unbelievably well built, rugged, weather sealed, full frame camera that accepts any Nikkor lens ever made (that is a long list). It has nearly unbeatable controls, great ergonomics, fantastic battery life, and if you add the vertical grip it will increase your frame rate for sports and action shooting. All for just a few hundred dollars.
@TheGermanCompounder6 ай бұрын
Great Video again Skyler 👍🏼 The d700 is my all time favourite DSLR! The Ergonomics just fit me perfectly. On a different note: Your new studio setup for filming looks really really nice! love it.
@SkylerKing6 ай бұрын
Studio? lol, this is just my office. I haven't changed anything that I know of. I have done different camera angles around the office for various videos, in the past. Thank you, though, I appreciate it.
@TheGermanCompounder6 ай бұрын
Yes office is what i meant then haha. Did it look that way 4-5 years ago already? I thought it looked different but i might be mistaken 🤔
@SkylerKing6 ай бұрын
Oh, if we go back 4-5 years then yes, it definitely looked different.
@michaelcase85743 ай бұрын
A great camera for a first full frame camera. A great camera period. How is your neice Penny?( just an inside joke)
@Cotictimmy4 ай бұрын
When you get a beautiful high quality thing, don't let the marketing departments and 'influencers' persuade you to ditch it for a cheaply made & inferior thing that costs much more.
@herbertandrewdutton6 ай бұрын
I've been shooting with the D700 since 2012, recently I bought the Nikkor 28-70mm f 2.8 lens and plan to use it on my next road trip in April. Seems like the perfect travel setup.
@SkylerKing6 ай бұрын
I very nearly bought the 28-70mm f2.8 instead of the 24-70mm. They were sitting right next to each other in the same display case and I have always been curious about the 28-70mm. Unfortunately, the 28-70mm is typically more expensive, around here. Let me know how you like it.
@herbertandrewdutton6 ай бұрын
I had the Tamron 24-70mm f2.8 but sold it along with my D810, I'll post some photos from the road trip April18 to May 1st from Las Vegas to San Francisco and back upon return.
@marcp.17522 күн бұрын
@@SkylerKing Unfortunately, the 28-70/2.8 is a big can(n)on, and the AF-S after 25 years prone to failure. Something, which can't happen with screwdrive AF lenses, because they use all the in body AF drive. Therefore, i keep that bad boy safe & sound, into it's box, and use something much lighter, smaller as zoom. But the 24-70/2.8 NonVR (1st edition) is really more expensive, than the 28-70/2.8 ED. And that newer lens with VR is a really big chunk. Have the D700 since 2010, had many clicks from former user, but still going strong.
@lunafilms36843 ай бұрын
You take a well composed shot and you gasp at the IQ. So organic looking.
@stephencifka46294 ай бұрын
Great video with helpful, thoughtful info. Well worth watching. Like that strap you are using on the D700. Which one?
@SkylerKing4 ай бұрын
Thank you. The strap is actually locally made. No branding that I am aware of. Simple paracord design.
@ΝικοςΖωχιος-χ8π6 ай бұрын
"Nikon D700 / The Legend"
@fatihersoy29444 ай бұрын
There's something I'm curious about. Why don't they make the camera sensors bent and then fix the distortion. Thus, they can fit a larger sensor into a smaller body
@SkylerKing4 ай бұрын
That's actually a topic that had been discussed before. Quite a popular subject years back, if I remember correctly. I think the primary reasons came down to; 1) Cost of manufacturing. Manufacturing curved sensors would be very expensive. 2) Field curvature. Each focal length and optical design is different and there would be too many variables to contend with.
@93greenstrat4 ай бұрын
I recently acquired a D300 which is "basically" the APSC version of the D700 and while it doesn't have quite the same low light performance, it still does a great job and has lots of potential. As has always been the case, glass is more important than bodies.
@alwynsmit35462 ай бұрын
Yup. I have the D300s & kept that, instead of the D7200. New isn't always better
@jeffreysmith86334 ай бұрын
Recently found and am enjoying your narrative on all of my favorite cameras. Loving your no-nonsense approach and articulate delivery. Subscribed.
@SkylerKing4 ай бұрын
Thank you, I appreciate it (really).
@cronhos905 ай бұрын
Hello. Are the images shown direct jpg from the camera?
@SkylerKing5 ай бұрын
I shoot everything in RAW, most of the time, and edit the photos in Lightroom. Unless I come across the rare photo that was "off" by quite a bit and needs heavy editing, I have the same editing process for all of the photos - I reduce the sharpening area via masking, I tweak the exposure if it is needed (many times it isn't), I straighten the photo if it is crooked, and I add a very small amount of saturation since the saturation in a RAW file in minimal.
@rebours5 ай бұрын
I just saw the earthquake report in Taiwan, I hope you and your family are fine 😮
@SkylerKing5 ай бұрын
We are good. Thank you for checking on us!
@yokeshpandiya7645 ай бұрын
Sir please do more videos about d700..
@SkylerKing5 ай бұрын
I will. Just takes time.
@nomancave5915 ай бұрын
Because of you and Martin Castein I now have a 5d classic, 5dmkii, 6d, Nikon d200 and a D700. coming from a Mirroless snobbery attitude and a "Fujifilm has best color and straight out of camera photos" mindset. I really understand and truly appreciate the value of these older cameras. they get out of my way, they feel great in my hand, and the sensors render images better than any of the newer cameras I've used.
@SkylerKing5 ай бұрын
You've built up quite the collection. I hope you enjoy those cameras and make good use of them. So you don't yourself being particularly fond of any of them?
@nomancave5915 ай бұрын
@@SkylerKing there's something about the 5d classic. I found one that is basically brand new. It feels amazing and in most light it produces images of my family I'm always happy with. The CCD sensor on the d200 continues to surprise me, I take it out not expecting much when I view the files I can't help but smile.... the Tamron 35 1.8 on the canons is so good if you haven't tried it I highly recommend. On the Nikon the older d 50mm 1.4 and 70-200 2.8 have been great.... stand out would be 5d classic but I'm really enjoying and using all of them.
@armingutschick91056 ай бұрын
What about that D200 that sat on your shelve on one of your previous videos? Did you sell the camera?
@SkylerKing6 ай бұрын
I did end up selling that camera, yes. I loved the build quality and layout, but the image rendering wasn't quite to my taste, so it didn't get used very often.
@bluenick457721 күн бұрын
Great video but the audio is just too low....
@mrca20044 ай бұрын
Started shooting mine in 2008, 15 YEARS. Haven't use it in ... 2 hours. But if I want huge dynamic range, higher iso, and more resolution, I'll use the d850. I pull it out if going to windy, salty, sandy or rainy shoots. I don't care if it gets trashed.
@DrZeeple6 ай бұрын
@6:25 You must have an issue --- mine will go for weeks; we even went around the island for a week shooting wildlife n stuff, and she had to charge the Sony every night, but I was still on the same battery even a week after getting back. Go to C2 & C4 to change the timers --- plus, check batt. health, this sounds wonky --- it should go for ages (compares my m'less)
@SkylerKing6 ай бұрын
The battery life is good as long as I turn it off when not in use. I have already set up the timers in C2 and C4 (along with anything else I thought might help). I will do a test, tonight, though. I will leave it in the "on" position and see how the battery looks tomorrow. Who knows, maybe it is my imagination.
@DrZeeple6 ай бұрын
I am not sure I trust the health tool in it; as it reckoned my other battery was fine, which it deffo was not! (That batt. can literally jump from full to empty just-like-that, esp. if I turn on LV - I think I threw it away already.) Anyhow, check it out. By the bys, I noticed you're in spot metering - how you gettin' on with that? I use matrix and then have the upper front button as a toggle for spot when held down. Seems good like this. @@SkylerKing
@SkylerKing6 ай бұрын
I actually bought two brand new batteries a few days after I got the D700, so I think (hope) they are fine. I am typically in full matrix metering, but it was in spot during the video because I had been playing around with in. In the past, I have most often used center-weighted metering. I have switched to full metering for the past year (with all of my cameras) just to see how I like it, long term.
@SkylerKing6 ай бұрын
Oh, and I forgot to mention earlier; I am going on a 3 day trip around the island at the end of the month (since you mentioned doing something similar with your wife). I am excited about any potential photos I might get.
@DrZeeple6 ай бұрын
We usually ride our scooters, so 3 days would be really pushing it for us - usually 5-6 days - ah, so many places to visit! You'll have a blast@@SkylerKing