From Digital Camera World · · 1m 20s
The Nikon D850 just dropped $600
A 45.7MP full-frame DSLR that still outguns its Canon rival, now under two grand.
In brief
A 45.7MP full-frame DSLR that still outguns its Canon rival, now under two grand. At $1,996.95 the D850 is the cheapest route to a genuine pro-grade full-frame DSLR, as long as you don't need 4K autofocus in live view. Originally reported by Digital Camera World.
Six hundred dollars off
The Nikon D850 is $1,996.95 at B&H, down from $2,596.95. That is 23 percent off a camera that normally sits firmly in pro territory.
“was $2,596.95 now $1,996.95 at BHPhoto”
Best DSLR for megapixels
In Digital Camera World's DSLR guide, the D850 takes the megapixel crown. Its 45.7MP full-frame sensor delivers heavy detail and huge dynamic range.
It shoots almost anything
Nature, landscapes, weddings, fashion, sports. The D850's performance is broad enough to handle nearly any shoot you point it at.
“it can easily handle nearly any shoot you throw at it”
The one real weakness
Live view relies on contrast-based autofocus, which is what keeps the D850 out of the top tier for 4K filmmaking. Stills shooters will barely notice.
Speed costs extra
You get 6fps at full resolution with a 51-frame buffer of compressed 14-bit RAW. Hitting the full 9fps needs the MB-D18 grip and EN-EL18B battery, about $446.95 more.
It still beats the 5D Mark IV
Canon's closest rival is solid, but the D850 wins on resolution, shooting speed and full-frame 4K video. At this price the gap gets harder to argue with.
The headline
At $1,996.95 the D850 is the cheapest route to a genuine pro-grade full-frame DSLR, as long as you don't need 4K autofocus in live view.
