Sep 14, 2012, 23:53
So this is the next bombshell Nikon have unleashed on photographers everywhere - a more affordable full frame DSLR that sits under the wings of the big brother D800. Affordable is a relative term though - at $2100, it's still way above APS-C territory but less of a step up then the aforementioned D800.
Key highlights are 24.3 megapixel CMOS sensor, ISO 100-6400 (expandable to 50-25600), 39 point AF system, 5.5 FPS continous shooting and the kicker - full dirt/dust/weather sealing.
http://www.petapixel.com/2012/09/12/niko...rame-dslr/
I think Nikon have played their cards absolutely perfectly in terms of their lineup and product differentiation between the D800 and D600. 24 megapixels is more than adequeate compared to their APS-C offerings and they remain absolutely competitive with the rival brands. However the 36 megapixel D800 will still provide enough of an incentive to step up to a bigger gun.
Canon however have a harder time on their hands - there are rumours of a budget FF DSLR but the lines are definitely blurrier. Create too good a camera and it'll cannibalise their 5DMkIII sales. Too poor a camera and it'll be crippled against the competition. Thoughts?
Key highlights are 24.3 megapixel CMOS sensor, ISO 100-6400 (expandable to 50-25600), 39 point AF system, 5.5 FPS continous shooting and the kicker - full dirt/dust/weather sealing.
http://www.petapixel.com/2012/09/12/niko...rame-dslr/
I think Nikon have played their cards absolutely perfectly in terms of their lineup and product differentiation between the D800 and D600. 24 megapixels is more than adequeate compared to their APS-C offerings and they remain absolutely competitive with the rival brands. However the 36 megapixel D800 will still provide enough of an incentive to step up to a bigger gun.
Canon however have a harder time on their hands - there are rumours of a budget FF DSLR but the lines are definitely blurrier. Create too good a camera and it'll cannibalise their 5DMkIII sales. Too poor a camera and it'll be crippled against the competition. Thoughts?