Which is it for you? D800 amzn.to/1eRVaw5 or D600 amzn.to/166KAcM ? www.snapchick.com SnapChick referees the Nikon D800 and the Nikon D600 in a DEATHMATCH!
The D600 is faster shot-to-shot, so in situations where you're chasing the subject, even with the smaller cluster of AF points, you're able to get more shots off to capture the subject. I have seen some dirt on D600 sensors, and I hear that Nikon will offer a free cleaning. For me, sensor cleaning is part of DSLR ownership, and I occasionally clean any/all of my cameras' sensors.
Perhaps in a lab. The practical difference is simply splitting hairs. I make this remark as a happy D800 owner who would shoot with a D600 without hesitation.
Dedicated buttons for bracketing, ISO, white balance, quality, and AF-on. More sensitive 51-point autofocus system, D800 has fully metal body where D600 is plastic/metal. Higher flash sync speed on D800 and faster maximum shutter speed. The D800 also has a flash sync terminal and uses compact flash and sd as opposed to just sd on the D600. On paper the D800 has better image quality; in actually use they practically indistinguishable.
It depends on your raw settings (12 bit vs 14 bit and compressed vs uncompressed). This has not been an issue for me. You can get a 32gb SD card for just over $20. D600 files under same settings are not significantly smaller. High ISO is indistinguishable between the two cameras.
The d800 is better- that is a fact. More megapixels, sharper video, better low light, better AF, etc. This is coming from a d600 owner. Saying the d800 and d600 is a tie is like saying the iPhone 5 and the iPhone 6s is a tie.. one is newer and simply better
I can make the D600 hit focus in circumstances where the D800 can't,and vice versa. I've spent much time with each before I made these conclusions. Everyone else's experience may vary.
You will need a radio trigger for this. However, the D600's popup can trigger optically sensitive strobes and can act as a commander for Nikon speedlights
D800 in DX mode (without grip) is pretty fast. 5 fps. Same speed as D700 (without grip) and more pixels and pixel density than D700. D600 and D800 are very similar cameras except for control layout. D610 is 6fps out of the box in FX mode.
How wide do you want to be in MM? The widest I go is my 24mm f2.8 AF-D lens, which sells at a bargain price compared to many other wide aperture primes.
File sizes are similar. A lot of the hype with the D800 raw file sizes is in 14 bit uncompressed, which is a mode the D600 doesn't have. They both have 14 bit lossless compressed. For that mode, approx 30mb for the D800 and 20mb for the D600. Raw shooting and large files go hand in hand.
I shoot my Canon Rebel T4i all the time :) 1dx looks great... of course, it sells for a hefty sum. I'd be more inclined to spend less on a body and more on lenses.
Your pictures would look the same if you used both cameras and the same lens. More important to me is the overall experience of using the camera. Plenty of sites out there will help you compare test scenes and resolution charts between cameras. There is much much more than that for me when comparing camera models. For example, these two cameras have completely different control schemes. If one scheme works better for you, that's the one to get. Or if test charts are your thing, get the D800.
Good fast paced review for those that do not have time or patience for the fluff! We love our D800, each camera has its own characteristics and it is personal choice which one is purchased. No problems with our D800 to date with regards oil on sensor, a quick clean works rather than send it off to Nikon.
I wanted to ask you a question in regards to the D800 - I plan on getting a D800 next week and since I'm spending a good 3000 for just the body which I don't mind i wanted your opinion on a good starting lens. What do you recommend for the MEANTIME- I know that it is frowned upon buying a 3000 and getting a cheap lens but I wanted to know your thoughts on it.?
I just picked up the Nikon D800. I was shooting surging the D600 with the D7000 as a back up. I traded in my D7000. I haven't even shot with it yet. After you said it was great for studio and portraits, I had to get this as my first professional camera! Thanks Leigh:)!!!
I use both cameras in real life to make money (wedding photography mostly). Although I think you are spot on with most of your review I can say that in VERY low light with the AF assist light turned off (it is annoying and messes up my canded shots) the D800 will still acquire focus where as the D600 is just lost. I know its was just your opinion as you don't use video much but the D800 is far better in this category as well.
I've had the D300 for about three years now and i'm thinking about buying a new camera. Would the D600 be a good upgrade or do you think I should aim higher??
When it comes to the USB 3.0 and 2.0 Data Transfer speeds if the PC doesn't have USB 3.0 then that's partially mute, however that's when you look at the variances in Memory Cards Speed for both read and write speeds. There is some ultra fast SDHC cards but they run you big big bucks as does the Compact Flash...
Hi Snapchick. Thanks for the comparison. Just wondering though, with the drastic drop in good used D700 bodies, don't you think that a user moving up from a D7000 could save a bundle and really get a great bang for the buck to go for a 700 rather than one of the new bodies? Do you find a compelling reason to make the upgrade from 700 to an 800 or 600? I just want to get your thoughts on this.
Can you make a tutorial on using the D800 in-camera HDR? I do HDR, but use bracketing and Photomatix. I wanted to see how well in-camera HDR works as compared to bracketing then using third party software (i.e. Photomatix.
I am having trouble with bodies like the D600, D7000, D7100 with heavy lenses the grips seem to flimsy. They creak and crack like an old attic. I would prefer to have an ALL magnesium body.
Your welcome. It actually tilted me over the edge from Canon to Nikon. After watching that I finally decided to buy a refurbished D600 kit for $1800.00 from Nikon. I would like to get an extra-wide FX lens that won't break the bank. Any you can recommend?
The main thing that worries me about the d600 is the focus points being bunched in the center. I'm upgrading from a d300s so that would be something I would have to get used to. Do you think having more spread out focus points is reason enough to spend the extra money? Also, I'm hearing a lot about how the d600's sensor gets dirty really easily. Has that caused any problems for you?
I rented and tested the D7100, D800E and D610. I liked the extra reach of the D7100's 1.3 crop mode, but what killed it for me was its poor performance at higher ISO's…..and somewhat chintzy build. What eliminated the D800E with me was its very loud and annoying (to me) mirror slap. It is loud and it adds significant vibration. Nope; I do not like that at all! I had my heart set on the D800E until I heard and felt that mirror slap. Enter the D610!: very subtle mirror slap, much quieter and softer than the D800(E). For me, price was NOT a factor. I bought the D610 and I love everything about it….except, that Nikon should have made this beauty with a full magnesium alloy body. I've been shooting since 1974 (40 years!) and the D610 is a pro class camera…..so where is the full magnesium allow body Nikon?
I shoot professional landscape, wildlife and astro photography and I have no complaints on mirror slap vibration. In fact I find it better than my previous D700 and D3X. If "mirror vibration" was your decision to go with the D600 then I feel sorry for you. That and you wanted to save $1300. If money was no issue you could have rented both models to compare instead of making a judgement call. Shooting wildlife and night photography shutter sound is a factor and I have no complaints.
DeepSnowRider i love my d800, i took the d800 over 800-e due to the quite big price difference on them in sweden aproximately 600 bucks and the only big difference on them is the anti-aliasing filter which in my mind were a too little difference to make that money worth, i chose to buy an flash, tripod, new bag for the camera and an UV-filter for my lens for that money instead ;)
this video helped me a lot, one reason i went for the D610 is the Auto mode, i am no pro and sometimes i like to go easy and just enjoy shooting, also it helps if my gf is using the camera as well.
Chessfinesse I dont know what you are complaining about. There is nothing wrong with her delivery and personally I liked her witty banter. Its so much better than a droll recitation of features. I am amused and I like that. It keeps me engaged. Good job chick.
just read some of the negative reviews....apparently there are a lot of people w/ way too much time on their hands who also can't distinguish forest from trees when it comes to photography. Thanks for the review.
The D800 all metal frame is a plus, not a tie, because the lens mount is screwed to solid metal instead of plastic, which is a huge tradeoff. Lots of forums cover this subject.
+M7Caravan And I would shoot with a C-mount CCTV lens, but probably on my V1. Actually have been wanting to try C-mount on the V1. To be 100% clear, I shot each camera with a variety of different lenses (even DX lenses), and none of my conclusions about either camera are lens-dependent. The original commenter, perhaps, does not realize that I am functionally able to distinguish and separate the behaviors of a lens from the behaviors of the camera body. Also, at no point in comparisons do I zoom in at 400% and say things like "These pixels are a little crisper over here." People email me and beg me to do that and to shoot test targets. That's not something that I do. That's for dpreview, dxomark, etc...
Put a 50mm on either of these cameras. Take a good shot. Put the lens on the other camera. Take the same shot. If it's a good photo on camera A (by your own definition of 'good), it will be a good photo on camera B.
Oh I really want to go down to 10mm to 17mm range. I almost bought a Sigma 10-20mm before I converted from a Canon crop to the new full frame. I just love those amazing extra wide angle shots.
SnapChick...I love your review on the Nikon D800 vs D600. The jump cuts are priceless, and I mean that in a good way. I'm on the fence with these two so ingesting comparisons is what I have been doing for the last few days. I've subscribed to your youtube channel. I like your marketing and attitude, keep up the good work.
It seems that Nikon is missing a camera... I think I want the D600/610's 24mp sensor in a D700. Shot surfing the other day and 4fps on the D800 will not cut it. The D800 seems to replace (even slower) medium format rigs, instead of the D700. SLRs are about speed. Renting the D600 and D800e next week to compare and see if I'm wrong.
I own the D800 and the main reason is that I own the D800 and a couple of F/1.4 lenses. The D600 has a max shutter speed of 1/4000 while the D800 has 1/8000. I'm forced once in a while to shoot in bright sunlight at F/1.4 and with only 1/4000 of a speed I would really be over exposed even at ISO 100. Main reason why I got the D800.
the d800 dont have any left focus problem at all not mine that problem Depends on Your Serial nr earlier nr had that problem you can download the latest firmware and it should solve that issue previous models had this problem not all but some
Not sure what the trolls are going off on this video for. Have you seen other video reviews? Most are poorly worded, shot horribly, and miss the big picture. Thanks SnapChick- for keeping it succinct, and to the point. Not to mention a good script and professionally attractive to look at. (as for the camera comparison the d800 is a no-brainer for me, pro level, MDC-0 vs MD-DC2, just my use. great review nonetheless)
thanks. Useful comparison. I'm on the verge of going for the D600. But for the "cheapest" option it's still vast compared to a D7000 (or D7100 which has better AF). I really hoped by now Canikon would standardise on full frame for big bodies and leave cropped sensors to the little guys on the block.
I went with the D800e. But you were so wrong on autofocus, they are worlds apart! D800 in af-c is just rocking fast and reliable. D600 is slower and sometimes misses. But yeah, D600 is pretty great for it's price. But D800 is so much more!
My ultimate (studio) camera would be to take the D800E guts and put it in a D4 body (I hate small camera bodies - much prefer my D3s over my D800E in ergonomics/feel), use dual CF card slots since SD sucks and drop the useless on-camera flash. Oh and give me the ability to add "format memory card" to my personal menu in the D800E. If Nikon would make that camera, I'd be one happy camper.
The D600 has a more comfortable (for memory cards and computers) resolution and a hair better dynamic range. I like the controls on the D600 better-green auto mode is great for handing the camera to non camera geeks. U1-2 settings are great. D600 has better remote control. I wish it did more than 3 bracket frames, had an OK button zoom feature, focused better in low-light, and had focus sensors at rule of thirds (D800 doesn't do this either). Neither has built-in GPS.
I rented a D700 and D800e this weekend. Yes, I could see the "difference" in IQ, but it was relatively small and the D700 worked better (lots of small handling details). Confirms what you, Ming Thein and Rockwell wrote: the D800e is geared to studio and landscape. I'm not keen on the D600, though next gen Nirvana to me would have likely been the 610's sensor in the D700. Thanks for your detailed work on this. Watching the Df
I had a D800. Hated it and sold it. I will buy the next model after D600. I am very happy with my D7000. I lost my D700. Yes, I came from D70. Good point!
I can t decide.. D610 or D800, The FACT, the D610 is better at high iso than D4 is amazing (Dx0mark). But that poor body .. I don't like mine D7000 layout against mine D700 layout. I want D610 sensor in D700 body :)) But i highly doubt, Nikon will make the same marketing mistake again. ( D700=D3 sensor and AF system)
Well, I downloaded RAWs, basically they look the same, D610 images looks like enlarged D4, or D4 looks like downsized D610, in terms of noise. (iso 6400) But D4 is king of dynamic range in high ISO. imho :)
Hmmm. Not quite sure why there is so much hate towards this woman and her review. I thought she was extremely useful with her opinion. Posted replies criticizing her "witty banter"?? Really? It's not like she kicked a lame anecdote about three guys waking into a photo-shoot with a Nikon, Cannon and Sony. Keep doing your thing, SnapChick! I'll always be here to listen.
Coming from the D200 , I can say I love my D600 & as I'm not professional it's is the clear winner. However thanks for the tie/ different perspective on the part of a professional user!
Ah, okay I own the same. Its true. It has some flaws and its not a prime lens. But its far from "bad". For my jobs I use it with a D700. Its pretty much my "working horse". It is so versatile. Definetely a good lens to get my jobs done. To be honest the most agencies that I work for don´t care for the look we photographers aim for. I did my first jobs with a canon Powershot S2IS. A bridge cam ROFL!!! Can you believe that.
Let's be serious and straight here. Snapchick picked the D800 over D600 due to its af system. She shoots weddings and events so that's the deciding factor. Every Nikon user knows that the D7k af system is ass in low light situations.
I always wondered why the D600 is regarded as 'amateur.' As the general performance is pretty much on par with other full frame cameras, aren't they all in the same general ballpark? Any insight? Also, your videos are always insightful and fun. Thanks for making them.
It's seen as amateur because of the following: 1) build. Don't be fooled by the magnesium alloy claims. It's basically 2 plates & the rest is plastic. The pro bodies are generally better built 2) the AF system. It's not just the amount of points, it's the make up of those points & the system itself. Keep in mind, this is the system that was taken from the D7000. I used a D7000 & that AF system is nowhere near the one used for the 51 point system 3) maximum shutter is 1/4000 vs 1/8000 on pro bodies 4) less weather sealing than the pro bodies 5) overall responsiveness & buffer Those are just 5 points
The raw files on the d800 are huge. I heard that if you use a 2gb card, you're getting the same amount of shots as a roll of film. I don't think 95% of the people who get the d800 need that much mp. And I think the iso sensitivity is better on the d600. If I won a d800, I think I might sell it and get a d600. Or even a d7100 body and spend the rest on lenses
Snapchick, great comparison vid. Thinking about going back to SLR from Leica, or having both. Sounds like you love your d800 and that's the way to go. :)
The D600 is faster shot-to-shot, so in situations where you're chasing the subject, even with the smaller cluster of AF points, you're able to get more shots off to capture the subject. I have seen some dirt on D600 sensors, and I hear that Nikon will offer a free cleaning. For me, sensor cleaning is part of DSLR ownership, and I occasionally clean any/all of my cameras' sensors.
Perhaps in a lab. The practical difference is simply splitting hairs. I make this remark as a happy D800 owner who would shoot with a D600 without hesitation.
Dedicated buttons for bracketing, ISO, white balance, quality, and AF-on. More sensitive 51-point autofocus system, D800 has fully metal body where D600 is plastic/metal. Higher flash sync speed on D800 and faster maximum shutter speed. The D800 also has a flash sync terminal and uses compact flash and sd as opposed to just sd on the D600. On paper the D800 has better image quality; in actually use they practically indistinguishable.
I agree that its a good lens, It is not as sharp as the 24-70 tho. The color rendition and overall quality isnt as good either.
Cleaning your sensor will not void your warranty. Nikon can address any concerns that you have on the warranty.
It depends on your raw settings (12 bit vs 14 bit and compressed vs uncompressed). This has not been an issue for me. You can get a 32gb SD card for just over $20. D600 files under same settings are not significantly smaller. High ISO is indistinguishable between the two cameras.
It depends on what "break the bank" means for you. The Sigma 12-24 is probably the least expensive out there, with Nikon's options over $1k.
The d800 is better- that is a fact. More megapixels, sharper video, better low light, better AF, etc. This is coming from a d600 owner.
Saying the d800 and d600 is a tie is like saying the iPhone 5 and the iPhone 6s is a tie.. one is newer and simply better
I can make the D600 hit focus in circumstances where the D800 can't,and vice versa. I've spent much time with each before I made these conclusions. Everyone else's experience may vary.
You will need a radio trigger for this. However, the D600's popup can trigger optically sensitive strobes and can act as a commander for Nikon speedlights
D800 in DX mode (without grip) is pretty fast. 5 fps. Same speed as D700 (without grip) and more pixels and pixel density than D700. D600 and D800 are very similar cameras except for control layout. D610 is 6fps out of the box in FX mode.
How wide do you want to be in MM? The widest I go is my 24mm f2.8 AF-D lens, which sells at a bargain price compared to many other wide aperture primes.
File sizes are similar. A lot of the hype with the D800 raw file sizes is in 14 bit uncompressed, which is a mode the D600 doesn't have. They both have 14 bit lossless compressed. For that mode, approx 30mb for the D800 and 20mb for the D600. Raw shooting and large files go hand in hand.
As long as it says "DG" it is FX. "DC" is their DX notation. I do not know first-hand if it is a good performer.
the d800 for studio is better than d600? and about the durability? I heard about 250.000 cliks for d800 . (sorry for my english).
I do what I like. This may not be the right channel for you.
I shoot my Canon Rebel T4i all the time :) 1dx looks great... of course, it sells for a hefty sum. I'd be more inclined to spend less on a body and more on lenses.
Your pictures would look the same if you used both cameras and the same lens. More important to me is the overall experience of using the camera. Plenty of sites out there will help you compare test scenes and resolution charts between cameras. There is much much more than that for me when comparing camera models. For example, these two cameras have completely different control schemes. If one scheme works better for you, that's the one to get. Or if test charts are your thing, get the D800.
Good fast paced review for those that do not have time or patience for the fluff! We love our D800, each camera has its own characteristics and it is personal choice which one is purchased. No problems with our D800 to date with regards oil on sensor, a quick clean works rather than send it off to Nikon.
I wanted to ask you a question in regards to the D800 - I plan on getting a D800 next week and since I'm spending a good 3000 for just the body which I don't mind i wanted your opinion on a good starting lens. What do you recommend for the MEANTIME- I know that it is frowned upon buying a 3000 and getting a cheap lens but I wanted to know your thoughts on it.?
I just picked up the Nikon D800. I was shooting surging the D600 with the D7000 as a back up. I traded in my D7000. I haven't even shot with it yet. After you said it was great for studio and portraits, I had to get this as my first professional camera! Thanks Leigh:)!!!
Holy Moly, Steve!
I use both cameras in real life to make money (wedding photography mostly). Although I think you are spot on with most of your review I can say that in VERY low light with the AF assist light turned off (it is annoying and messes up my canded shots) the D800 will still acquire focus where as the D600 is just lost. I know its was just your opinion as you don't use video much but the D800 is far better in this category as well.
I've had the D300 for about three years now and i'm thinking about buying a new camera. Would the D600 be a good upgrade or do you think I should aim higher??
When it comes to the USB 3.0 and 2.0 Data Transfer speeds if the PC doesn't have USB 3.0 then that's partially mute, however that's when you look at the variances in Memory Cards Speed for both read and write speeds. There is some ultra fast SDHC cards but they run you big big bucks as does the Compact Flash...
Hi Snapchick. Thanks for the comparison. Just wondering though, with the drastic drop in good used D700 bodies, don't you think that a user moving up from a D7000 could save a bundle and really get a great bang for the buck to go for a 700 rather than one of the new bodies? Do you find a compelling reason to make the upgrade from 700 to an 800 or 600? I just want to get your thoughts on this.
The Sigma is an FX lens correct? Do you know how good it is in comparison to the Nikon lens?
It's just positioning on Nikon's part. They need every segment of the market to feel like they have a camera "just for them."
Can you make a tutorial on using the D800 in-camera HDR? I do HDR, but use bracketing and Photomatix. I wanted to see how well in-camera HDR works as compared to bracketing then using third party software (i.e. Photomatix.
I am having trouble with bodies like the D600, D7000, D7100 with heavy lenses the grips seem to flimsy. They creak and crack like an old attic. I would prefer to have an ALL magnesium body.
I've experienced neither issue. The person you know should contact Nikon.
My D70 has been everywhere and back and works like it did on Day 1, 9 years ago. I'm not concerned.
It's dumb. The D600 / D7000/7100 method is better. My video, my comment, my words.
Your welcome. It actually tilted me over the edge from Canon to Nikon. After watching that I finally decided to buy a refurbished D600 kit for $1800.00 from Nikon. I would like to get an extra-wide FX lens that won't break the bank. Any you can recommend?
The main thing that worries me about the d600 is the focus points being bunched in the center. I'm upgrading from a d300s so that would be something I would have to get used to. Do you think having more spread out focus points is reason enough to spend the extra money?
Also, I'm hearing a lot about how the d600's sensor gets dirty really easily. Has that caused any problems for you?
I rented and tested the D7100, D800E and D610.
I liked the extra reach of the D7100's 1.3 crop mode, but what killed it for me was its poor performance at higher ISO's…..and somewhat chintzy build.
What eliminated the D800E with me was its very loud and annoying (to me) mirror slap. It is loud and it adds significant vibration. Nope; I do not like that at all! I had my heart set on the D800E until I heard and felt that mirror slap.
Enter the D610!: very subtle mirror slap, much quieter and softer than the D800(E).
For me, price was NOT a factor. I bought the D610 and I love everything about it….except, that Nikon should have made this beauty with a full magnesium alloy body. I've been shooting since 1974 (40 years!) and the D610 is a pro class camera…..so where is the full magnesium allow body Nikon?
I shoot professional landscape, wildlife and astro photography and I have no complaints on mirror slap vibration. In fact I find it better than my previous D700 and D3X. If "mirror vibration" was your decision to go with the D600 then I feel sorry for you. That and you wanted to save $1300. If money was no issue you could have rented both models to compare instead of making a judgement call. Shooting wildlife and night photography shutter sound is a factor and I have no complaints.
DeepSnowRider i love my d800, i took the d800 over 800-e due to the quite big price difference on them in sweden aproximately 600 bucks and the only big difference on them is the anti-aliasing filter which in my mind were a too little difference to make that money worth, i chose to buy an flash, tripod, new bag for the camera and an UV-filter for my lens for that money instead ;)
D7100 is a 1.5 crop.
Nikon D7100 and D7200 have 1,3 crop mode from DX format
this video helped me a lot, one reason i went for the D610 is the Auto mode, i am no pro and sometimes i like to go easy and just enjoy shooting, also it helps if my gf is using the camera as well.
Chessfinesse I dont know what you are complaining about. There is nothing wrong with her delivery and personally I liked her witty banter. Its so much better than a droll recitation of features. I am amused and I like that. It keeps me engaged. Good job chick.
just read some of the negative reviews....apparently there are a lot of people w/ way too much time on their hands who also can't distinguish forest from trees when it comes to photography. Thanks for the review.
I KNOW UR A NIKON BUT DO YOU OPPS CAPS think 7D canon good for filming??
Excellent video. Wonderful dissemination of information, clear, fast, comprehensive. Thsnk you.
Dumb implementation compared to the D600's quick select. Have it on my D2x and D300s, too. Never use it.
The D800 all metal frame is a plus, not a tie, because the lens mount is screwed to solid metal instead of plastic, which is a huge tradeoff. Lots of forums cover this subject.
My review...my down vote
At least put the same goddamn lens for a comparison
This is a real world usage comparison. The lens does not matter.
+M7Caravan And I would shoot with a C-mount CCTV lens, but probably on my V1. Actually have been wanting to try C-mount on the V1. To be 100% clear, I shot each camera with a variety of different lenses (even DX lenses), and none of my conclusions about either camera are lens-dependent. The original commenter, perhaps, does not realize that I am functionally able to distinguish and separate the behaviors of a lens from the behaviors of the camera body. Also, at no point in comparisons do I zoom in at 400% and say things like "These pixels are a little crisper over here." People email me and beg me to do that and to shoot test targets. That's not something that I do. That's for dpreview, dxomark, etc...
What - testing two different cameras with different lenses too? Kind of a letdown...
Put a 50mm on either of these cameras. Take a good shot. Put the lens on the other camera. Take the same shot. If it's a good photo on camera A (by your own definition of 'good), it will be a good photo on camera B.
Appreciate the review, would just have appreciated it more if only one variable was changed :-)
Oh I really want to go down to 10mm to 17mm range. I almost bought a Sigma 10-20mm before I converted from a Canon crop to the new full frame. I just love those amazing extra wide angle shots.
SnapChick...I love your review on the Nikon D800 vs D600. The jump cuts are priceless, and I mean that in a good way. I'm on the fence with these two so ingesting comparisons is what I have been doing for the last few days. I've subscribed to your youtube channel. I like your marketing and attitude, keep up the good work.
I have to say you are one of the few photographers online who explains things well. I thank you for that
It seems that Nikon is missing a camera... I think I want the D600/610's 24mp sensor in a D700. Shot surfing the other day and 4fps on the D800 will not cut it. The D800 seems to replace (even slower) medium format rigs, instead of the D700. SLRs are about speed. Renting the D600 and D800e next week to compare and see if I'm wrong.
I own the D800 and the main reason is that I own the D800 and a couple of F/1.4 lenses. The D600 has a max shutter speed of 1/4000 while the D800 has 1/8000. I'm forced once in a while to shoot in bright sunlight at F/1.4 and with only 1/4000 of a speed I would really be over exposed even at ISO 100. Main reason why I got the D800.
the d800 dont have any left focus problem at all not mine that problem Depends on Your Serial nr earlier nr had that problem you can download the latest firmware and it should solve that issue previous models had this problem not all but some
Cool review, helped me make my mind up, d600 it is! Don't listen to the idiots posting horrible comments, review was helpful.
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How do you connect a slave radio to the D600?
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I know you Only shoot Nikon but what do you think of the Canon eos 1dx
Not sure what the trolls are going off on this video for. Have you seen other video reviews? Most are poorly worded, shot horribly, and miss the big picture. Thanks SnapChick- for keeping it succinct, and to the point. Not to mention a good script and professionally attractive to look at. (as for the camera comparison the d800 is a no-brainer for me, pro level, MDC-0 vs MD-DC2, just my use. great review nonetheless)
thanks. Useful comparison. I'm on the verge of going for the D600. But for the "cheapest" option it's still vast compared to a D7000 (or D7100 which has better AF). I really hoped by now Canikon would standardise on full frame for big bodies and leave cropped sensors to the little guys on the block.
Forum nitpicking and real life are two different things.
I went with the D800e.
But you were so wrong on autofocus, they are worlds apart!
D800 in af-c is just rocking fast and reliable. D600 is slower and sometimes misses.
But yeah, D600 is pretty great for it's price. But D800 is so much more!
My ultimate (studio) camera would be to take the D800E guts and put it in a D4 body (I hate small camera bodies - much prefer my D3s over my D800E in ergonomics/feel), use dual CF card slots since SD sucks and drop the useless on-camera flash. Oh and give me the ability to add "format memory card" to my personal menu in the D800E. If Nikon would make that camera, I'd be one happy camper.
Buy a battery grip for the D800/E then they are about the same size.
The D600 has a more comfortable (for memory cards and computers) resolution and a hair better dynamic range. I like the controls on the D600 better-green auto mode is great for handing the camera to non camera geeks. U1-2 settings are great. D600 has better remote control. I wish it did more than 3 bracket frames, had an OK button zoom feature, focused better in low-light, and had focus sensors at rule of thirds (D800 doesn't do this either). Neither has built-in GPS.
why do they say the d800 is more pro than the d600, and which you feel give you better colors over all
I rented a D700 and D800e this weekend. Yes, I could see the "difference" in IQ, but it was relatively small and the D700 worked better (lots of small handling details). Confirms what you, Ming Thein and Rockwell wrote: the D800e is geared to studio and landscape.
I'm not keen on the D600, though next gen Nirvana to me would have likely been the 610's sensor in the D700. Thanks for your detailed work on this. Watching the Df
I like the auto focus points section. My D5100 has 11 and I think it's great.
Low Light ability is better on the D600 than on the D800, for reference see DXO Mark ratings.
Try them both in a practical, real-life setting. Want it to be even closer? Downsize the D800 image to 24mp.
I had a D800. Hated it and sold it. I will buy the next model after D600. I am very happy with my D7000. I lost my D700.
Yes, I came from D70. Good point!
I can t decide.. D610 or D800, The FACT, the D610 is better at high iso than D4 is amazing (Dx0mark). But that poor body .. I don't like mine D7000 layout against mine D700 layout. I want D610 sensor in D700 body :)) But i highly doubt, Nikon will make the same marketing mistake again. ( D700=D3 sensor and AF system)
d4 is much better at High ISO than d610
dont beleive in DX0mark scores
Well, I downloaded RAWs, basically they look the same, D610 images looks like enlarged D4, or D4 looks like downsized D610, in terms of noise. (iso 6400) But D4 is king of dynamic range in high ISO. imho :)
its easy if you can afford the D800 then get it hands down. get something u can grow with in the long run you'll be happy u spent the extra money
If you like the control layout better, I'd go with the D800.
TheSnapChick whic one is better in low light sony a99 or d800?
cant decide what to buy
Hmmm. Not quite sure why there is so much hate towards this woman and her review. I thought she was extremely useful with her opinion. Posted replies criticizing her "witty banter"?? Really? It's not like she kicked a lame anecdote about three guys waking into a photo-shoot with a Nikon, Cannon and Sony.
Keep doing your thing, SnapChick!
I'll always be here to listen.
Coming from the D200 , I can say I love my D600 & as I'm not professional it's is the clear winner. However thanks for the tie/ different perspective on the part of a professional user!
It's a fine lens
Please Please Please could you review the Nikon 24mm 2.8 lens !
Same colors.
Hasn't the D600 been discontinued?
The D610 replaced it with the main focus being the oil problem being resolved
She looks uncommonly beautiful, nice outfit too,..and good video topic (original reason why I clicked on the link in Google)
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how are you ???
I want to buy a camera at $ 2,000 what would you recommend?
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Ah, okay I own the same. Its true. It has some flaws and its not a prime lens. But its far from "bad". For my jobs I use it with a D700. Its pretty much my "working horse". It is so versatile. Definetely a good lens to get my jobs done. To be honest the most agencies that I work for don´t care for the look we photographers aim for. I did my first jobs with a canon Powershot S2IS. A bridge cam ROFL!!! Can you believe that.
I went for the D800 because of the better low light performance, in underwater photography this is what makes or breaks the camera.
the las one v2 i find it almoast Sharp as the 24-70 2.8 but not quit but not far behind
The D700, D800/E, and D600/D610 are all cameras that are pretty much in their own separate classes.
The 'twitching' while you speak is not necessary. And as others have said, using the same lens for the tests makes for real comparisons.
I have read and seen a ton of reviews and that was by far the best.
So you're just relaying stats and not making a judgement.. Helpful
any plans to get the Nikon 1 V3?
Plans, yes. Will I pull the trigger? I don't know yet :)
Gil eu sou dos Açores e já estou à espera há mais de um mês devido à insularidade e os atrasos da época natalícia epassagem de ano, etc...é tramado.
Thanks! I just found it for $699.00 so will give it a whirl. Really excited to get some of those fun extra wide angle shots in the bag. Thanks again!
which 24-120? there a two.
Let's be serious and straight here. Snapchick picked the D800 over D600 due to its af system. She shoots weddings and events so that's the deciding factor. Every Nikon user knows that the D7k af system is ass in low light situations.
I always wondered why the D600 is regarded as 'amateur.' As the general performance is pretty much on par with other full frame cameras, aren't they all in the same general ballpark? Any insight?
Also, your videos are always insightful and fun. Thanks for making them.
It's seen as amateur because of the following:
1) build. Don't be fooled by the magnesium alloy claims. It's basically 2 plates & the rest is plastic. The pro bodies are generally better built
2) the AF system. It's not just the amount of points, it's the make up of those points & the system itself. Keep in mind, this is the system that was taken from the D7000. I used a D7000 & that AF system is nowhere near the one used for the 51 point system
3) maximum shutter is 1/4000 vs 1/8000 on pro bodies
4) less weather sealing than the pro bodies
5) overall responsiveness & buffer
Those are just 5 points
framing not what i would have chosen for parts of video. Wanting to get mannequin on the left leaves too much head room for you
I just took the leap: VERY EXCITED
Nikon 105mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor Lens
Nikon D800 36.3 MP CMOS FX-Format Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)
Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Nikkor Wide Angle Zoom Lens
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without a doubt the most helpful youtube photographer
i don´t get it the F4 or the nikkor 24-120 f3-5-5-6
great video - to hit the high/low points .. thank you
The raw files on the d800 are huge. I heard that if you use a 2gb card, you're getting the same amount of shots as a roll of film. I don't think 95% of the people who get the d800 need that much mp. And I think the iso sensitivity is better on the d600. If I won a d800, I think I might sell it and get a d600. Or even a d7100 body and spend the rest on lenses
Snapchick, great comparison vid. Thinking about going back to SLR from Leica, or having both. Sounds like you love your d800 and that's the way to go. :)
Keep us all updated!
Haha, thanks. Robot Snapchick would be very boring!
With both of cameras you can't change aperture settings while shooting video.
JohnPapazaf - sorry I used such big words that it took you weeks to finish reading my post...next time I will use smaller words.
I love my D800 and the D600 is a mere little shined up D7100!
Gotcha. Bye.
You didn't talk about the dynamic range ?? that one of the big difference.