Nikon D800 vs Nikon D810A
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Nikon D800 vs Nikon D810A Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 900g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Launched June 2012
- Replaced the Nikon D700
- Successor is Nikon D810
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 880g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Launched February 2015
Nikon D800 vs Nikon D810A Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon D800 and Nikon D810A, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and they are both created by Nikon. The resolution of the D800 (36MP) and the D810A (36MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (Full frame).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe D800 was introduced 3 years earlier than the D810A and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the D800 scores vs the D810A in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon D800 vs Nikon D810A Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D800 & Nikon D810A. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D800 Gallery & Nikon D810A Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D800 over the Nikon D810A
D800 | D810A |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D810A over the Nikon D800
D810A | D800 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | June 2012 | Fresher by 32 months | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 921k | Crisper screen (+308k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D800 and Nikon D810A
D800 | D810A | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3.2" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Nikon D800 vs Nikon D810A Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon D800 comes with exterior measurements of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs) whilst the Nikon D810A has measurements of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 880 grams (1.94 lbs).
Check the Nikon D800 and Nikon D810A in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the D800 against the D810A.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D800 and D810A is 54 and 55 respectively.
Nikon D800 vs Nikon D810A Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the D800 and D810A.
Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images but you need to take the age of the products into consideration. The older D800 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon D800 vs Nikon D810A Specifications
Nikon D800 | Nikon D810A | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon D800 | Nikon D810A |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2012-06-11 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 3 | EXPEED 4 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 36MP | 36MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4 and 3:2 | 5:4 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 7360 x 4912 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 51 |
Cross type focus points | 15 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 309 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3.2" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | 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 | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain, High-speed sync | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 900 gr (1.98 pounds) | 880 gr (1.94 pounds) |
Physical 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 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2853 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 photos | 1200 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, 5, 10, 20 secs for up to 9 shots) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I), SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant | SD/SDHC/SDXC, CompactFlash (UDMA compliant) |
Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
Launch pricing | $2,999 | $3,800 |