Nikon D810 vs Nikon Z8
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Nikon D810 vs Nikon Z8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 980g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Revealed June 2014
- Previous Model is Nikon D800
- Refreshed by Nikon D850
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.20" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 910g - 144 x 119 x 83mm
- Released May 2023

Nikon D810 vs Nikon Z8 Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon D810 versus Nikon Z8, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the D810 (36MP) and Z8 (46MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (Full frame).

The D810 was revealed 9 years before the Z8 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D810 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon Z8 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the D810 scores against the Z8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon D810 vs Nikon Z8 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D810 and Nikon Z8. The full galleries are available at Nikon D810 Gallery and Nikon Z8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D810 over the Nikon Z8
D810 | Z8 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z8 over the Nikon D810
Z8 | D810 | |||
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Released | May 2023 | ![]() | June 2014 | More modern by 108 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 2089k | ![]() | 1229k | Clearer screen (+860k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon D810 and Nikon Z8
D810 | Z8 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.20" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Nikon D810 vs Nikon Z8 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon D810 comes with physical dimensions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 980 grams (2.16 lbs) while the Nikon Z8 has proportions of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs).
Look at the Nikon D810 versus Nikon Z8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the D810 and the Z8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D810 and Z8 is 54 and 55 respectively.

Nikon D810 vs Nikon Z8 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The image below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D810 and Z8.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon Z8 to offer greater detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged D810 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon D810 vs Nikon Z8 Screen and ViewFinder


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