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Nikon D800 vs Nikon D800E

Portability
54
Imaging
73
Features
80
Overall
75
Nikon D800 front
 
Nikon D800E front
Portability
54
Imaging
73
Features
80
Overall
75

Nikon D800 vs Nikon D800E Key Specs

Nikon D800
(Full Review)
  • 36MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 900g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
  • Introduced June 2012
  • Succeeded the Nikon D700
  • Renewed by Nikon D810
Nikon D800E
(Full Review)
  • 36MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 900g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
  • Revealed June 2012
  • Older Model is Nikon D700
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Nikon D800 vs Nikon D800E Overview

Below, we will be looking at the Nikon D800 versus Nikon D800E, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and both are built by Nikon. The image resolution of the D800 (36MP) and the D800E (36MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (Full frame).

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The D800 was released around the same time to the D800E so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the D800 scores against the D800E when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon D800 over the Nikon D800E

 D800 D800E 

Reasons to pick Nikon D800E over the Nikon D800

 D800E D800 

Common features in the Nikon D800 and Nikon D800E

 D800 D800E 
RevealedJune 2012June 2012Similar generation
Focus manually Dial exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3.2"3.2"Identical screen size
Screen resolution921k921kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither provides Touch friendly screen

Nikon D800 vs Nikon D800E Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon D800 provides external dimensions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs) while the Nikon D800E has proportions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs).

Check the Nikon D800 versus Nikon D800E in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the D800 vs the D800E.

Nikon D800 vs Nikon D800E size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D800 and D800E is 54 and 54 respectively.

Nikon D800 vs Nikon D800E top view buttons comparison

Nikon D800 vs Nikon D800E Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The photograph below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the D800 and D800E.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures though you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Nikon D800 vs Nikon D800E sensor size comparison

Nikon D800 vs Nikon D800E Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon D800 vs Nikon D800E Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon D800 Portrait photography details
Nikon D800E Portrait photography details
83
focusing manually
MP count high (36MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports face detection focus
exports RAW formats
83
has manual focus
sensor resolution is fantastic (36 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
includes face detection focus
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Nikon D800 Street photography advice
Nikon D800E Street photography advice
60
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
environment proof
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
60
sensor size is large (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
environment proof
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Nikon D800 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon D800E as a Sports photography camera
74
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
MP count high (36MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports tracking autofocus
environment proof
supports phase detect auto focus
slow frames per second (4.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
74
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
sensor resolution is fantastic (36MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proof
comes with phase detect auto focus
slow continuous shooting (4.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Nikon D800 Travel photography highlights
Nikon D800E Travel photography highlights
66
environment proof
MP count high (36 megapixels)
has built in flash
screen is not selfie friendly
66
environment proof
sensor resolution is fantastic (36 megapixels)
has built in flash
does not have a selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon D800 Landscape photography factors
Nikon D800E Landscape photography factors
79
focusing manually
swap lenses (Nikon F mount)
decent sized screen (3.2")
MP count high (36MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
environment proof
two card slots
lack of image stabilization
79
has manual focus
swap lenses (Nikon F mount)
decent sized screen (3.2 inches)
sensor resolution is fantastic (36 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
no anti-alias filter
delivers RAW formats
environment proof
two card slots
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon D800
Vlogging with Nikon D800E
30
supports face detection focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
comes with external mic socket
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
30
includes face detection focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does have external mic socket
does not have a selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
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Nikon D800 vs Nikon D800E Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon D800 and Nikon D800E
 Nikon D800Nikon D800E
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Nikon
Model type Nikon D800 Nikon D800E
Type Advanced DSLR Advanced DSLR
Introduced 2012-06-11 2012-06-11
Physical type Mid-size SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Chip Expeed 3 Expeed 3
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 35.9 x 24mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor area 861.6mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 36MP 36MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 5:4 and 3:2 5:4 and 3:2
Max resolution 7360 x 4912 7360 x 4912
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Max enhanced ISO 25600 25600
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 51 51
Cross type focus points 15 15
Lens
Lens mount type Nikon F Nikon F
Amount of lenses 309 309
Focal length multiplier 1 1
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3.2 inch 3.2 inch
Resolution of screen 921k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology TFT Color LCD with 170 degrees wide-viewing angle TFT Color LCD with 170 degrees wide-viewing angle
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.7x 0.7x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 4.0fps 4.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 12.00 m (at ISO 100) 12.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain, High-speed sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain, High-speed sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/250 seconds 1/250 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS Optional Optional
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 900 gr (1.98 lb) 900 gr (1.98 lb)
Dimensions 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 95 96
DXO Color Depth rating 25.3 25.6
DXO Dynamic range rating 14.4 14.3
DXO Low light rating 2853 2979
Other
Battery life 900 photos 900 photos
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL15 EN-EL15
Self timer Yes (2 to 20 sec, 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2 or 3 sec) Yes (2 to 20 sec, 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2 or 3 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type Compact Flash (Type I), SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant Compact Flash (Type I), SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant
Card slots 2 2
Launch cost $2,999 $2,389