I just bought a D800 cheaply (400 EUR) from a pro (>260000 clicks).
When changing the settings to what I want, I noticed the pro (NPS program) "reporter" shot 12 bit lossy compressed raw, full manual.
Conclusion: he had a D800 for the button layout, but did not need the full IQ the sensor. I can understand for "reporter" work, I was already surprised with the D800 choice for a reporter.
Still confused why he was moving to a D850 now, probably a price consideration.
I stand on 14 bit lossless compressed raw, but do go auto ISO as I'm a bit lazy.
I know that pros in sport events use JPGs from a D4S at 16 Mpix.
Are enthusiasts exaggerating with 14 bit lossless compressed raw? Some studio work is certainly done above 14 bit (medium format).
When changing the settings to what I want, I noticed the pro (NPS program) "reporter" shot 12 bit lossy compressed raw, full manual.
Conclusion: he had a D800 for the button layout, but did not need the full IQ the sensor. I can understand for "reporter" work, I was already surprised with the D800 choice for a reporter.
Still confused why he was moving to a D850 now, probably a price consideration.
I stand on 14 bit lossless compressed raw, but do go auto ISO as I'm a bit lazy.
I know that pros in sport events use JPGs from a D4S at 16 Mpix.
Are enthusiasts exaggerating with 14 bit lossless compressed raw? Some studio work is certainly done above 14 bit (medium format).