Nikon D810A vs Nikon D850
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Nikon D810A vs Nikon D850 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 880g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Announced February 2015
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1015g - 146 x 124 x 79mm
- Launched August 2017
- Previous Model is Nikon D810
Nikon D810A vs Nikon D850 Overview
The following is a in depth overview of the Nikon D810A versus Nikon D850, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and they are both created by Nikon. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the D810A (36MP) and D850 (46MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (Full frame).
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe D810A was launched 3 years earlier than the D850 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the D810A matches up versus the D850 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon D810A vs Nikon D850 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D810A and Nikon D850. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D810A Gallery and Nikon D850 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D810A over the Nikon D850
D810A | D850 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D850 over the Nikon D810A
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Launched | August 2017 | February 2015 | Newer by 30 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 2359k | 1229k | Clearer screen (+1130k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon D810A and Nikon D850
D810A | D850 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3.2" | Equivalent screen size | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Nikon D810A vs Nikon D850 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon D810A enjoys outside dimensions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 880 grams (1.94 lbs) and the Nikon D850 has specifications of 146mm x 124mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon D810A versus Nikon D850 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the D810A compared to the D850.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D810A and D850 is 55 and 54 respectively.
Nikon D810A vs Nikon D850 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the D810A and D850.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon D850 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged D810A is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Nikon D810A vs Nikon D850 Specifications
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon D810A | Nikon D850 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2015-02-10 | 2017-08-24 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXPEED 4 | Expeed 5 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 36MP | 46MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4 and 3:2 | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 8256 x 5504 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | 32 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 51 | 153 |
Cross focus points | 15 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 309 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,229 thousand dot | 2,359 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.75x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync | Front-curtain sync (normal), Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum 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 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 880 grams (1.94 lbs) | 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) |
Dimensions | 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") | 146 x 124 x 79mm (5.7" x 4.9" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 100 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 26.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2660 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1200 pictures | 1840 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | EN-EL15a |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs for up to 9 shots) | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, CompactFlash (UDMA compliant) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) + XQD |
Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
Cost at launch | $3,800 | $2,997 |