Any Rumors/Insight on a D800 Replacement Soon (D810?)

JDFlood

Senior Member
After using a friends D800 recently and have been editing the files, I can actually see the difference between the D800E vs D800 files. Less acuity on the D800 files which is what I miss the most. I guess once you get used to the files, other RAW files don't feel as satisfying as the D800E. :cool:

Oh, so sorry to hear that. I was hoping the difference between the 800 and E was negligible. I pre-ordered an E, but changed back to an 800, when I found the 800's were being filled faster. I hope I can keep myself from buying an E. JD
 

jrleo33

Senior Member
Nikon’s D4 is using an FX 16.2MP Sony sensor, which I believe will cancel any chance Sony or Nikon will continue to improve or revamp the Sony FX 35MP sensor in an upgraded D800 model. Sony and Nikon are doing more with less pixels, which demonstrates continuing advanced sensor technology.
 

Photowyzard

Senior Member
I'm a D600 owner and planning to purchase a D800 very soon as a second camera to go with my Nikon FX lenses.

However, I'm wondering if anyone knows if there will be a replacement model (e.g., D810) in the near future. Thanks in advance for your help!

I have heard of no rumours of any 810, but you can be sure there is something in the works. When? I agree with the majority of people who say the D800/e has legs. I was an early purchaser and have had zero issues with the camera. Best piece of photographic technology I have ever purchased.

If the price is coming down, I would purchase an 800e. I am sorry I did not plop down the extra $300. In my opinion, you can't go wrong with this camera. My only gripe with the D800 is I wish it had more fps capability and a bigger buffer. If they come out with an improved one, I would suspect these two features would be enhanced. My guess is, the buffer is what is holding back the fps in continuous shooting mode.

A long burst simply fills the buffer and shuts the camera down until it clears…. this is a major pain when it happens, especially in the middle of an action shoot (Like nature photography or sporting event). An 810 would be substantially more desirable if this is what they fix!

If you are shooting portraits or landscapes… get in the game! ;) You won't be disappointed.
 

Rick M

Senior Member
I'll bet this coming year or next on an updated D800(D800E). Nikon is not going to let a good thing get stale, need is irrelevant.
 

JDFlood

Senior Member
I would think they would wait for a significant sensor improvement before replacing. The D610 was just a ploy to distance themselves from the oil problem on the 600. The D800 is way out in front, so I would think Nikon would wait for a significant performance increase. So, I wouldn't think anything next year. JD
 

Rick M

Senior Member
I would think they would wait for a significant sensor improvement before replacing. The D610 was just a ploy to distance themselves from the oil problem on the 600. The D800 is way out in front, so I would think Nikon would wait for a significant performance increase. So, I wouldn't think anything next year. JD

Yes, but it was a year, look at the D3100-3200-3300 and D5100-5200-5300, both models replaced twice since launch about a year apart. That makes the D610 almost "normal" (but we know the real reason). Pro models seem to be replaced slower, but Nikon is not going to want a successful model appear "dated" in the market. It's at least fun to speculate!
 

JDFlood

Senior Member
Yes, speculation is fun. You get to test you paradymes, and if wrong you loose nothing... Unlike gambling and the stock market. :) JD
 

Silven

Senior Member
Reading this thread makes me sooo happy that I did get the D800E. I'm glad I spent the extra $300. In the long run it's really peanuts compared to always wondering or worse regretting not doing it.;)
 

Photowyzard

Senior Member
Yes, but it was a year, look at the D3100-3200-3300 and D5100-5200-5300, both models replaced twice since launch about a year apart. That makes the D610 almost "normal" (but we know the real reason). Pro models seem to be replaced slower, but Nikon is not going to want a successful model appear "dated" in the market. It's at least fun to speculate!

I don't think the D800 will appear "dated" any time soon. I figure it will have LEGS until the end of 2013 and well beyond. The D800 is an industry changer. It broke a barrier. Even used, it will have legs and be sought after long beyond most cameras on the market today.

When C@non announces their "catch up" camera late in the year... Nikon will either beat them to the punch or announce their next greatest upgrade on the D800, shortly after.

And the game/attack on your wallet will continue.... :smile-new:

My Prognostication for the Next Generation D800 ( lets come back in a year and check!):

D800s

Bigger Better Sensor
48 MP
6fps
Higher ISO and Lower Noise
More Dynamic Range
Better Video
Faster Shutter Speed! (Like 1/10,000)
More Focus Points
Bigger Buffer

Price: $3,200
 
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