Nikon D850 One Year Review | Best Dynamic Range Camera For Landscape Photography - Z7 mirrorless?

I have owned my Nikon D850 camera for over a year and it is time to give the D850 an honest review. Check out the dynamic range of the Nikon D850 and compare it with mirrorless cameras. I am going to show you the pros and cons of the Nikon D850 and my experience with it after taking tens of thousands of photos with it. I believe the Nikon D850 is the best camera for landscape photography and it should be your next camera.
The Nikon D850 is about $3000 USD and it is the flagship landscape photography camera for Nikon with a sensor of 45.7MP and the highest dynamic range of any camera in its class. It is same Nikon mirrorless sensor as the Nikon Z7.
Watch my honest review of the Nikon D850 and let me know what you think of this camera by commenting below. Is my camera better than yours?
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  • @rickdunlop2431
    @rickdunlop24314 жыл бұрын

    I own the D850 and absolutely love it. One of the features I like best is the histogram in live view so you can nail exposure every time by being able to dial in the histogram in real time before you take the shot. Have not seen this in any of the books but found it on KZread. Greatest camera I’ve ever owned and I’ve been doing this for over 50 years.

  • @StephenCadwallader-photography
    @StephenCadwallader-photography Жыл бұрын

    Hi i own a D850 I'm amazed just how good it really is. . Ive had it 8 month now and well worth the money . I had a 7500 before which i use now and again and it has a 50mm lens on it . Being able to crop in on the d850 is really good without loosing picture quality compared to my d7500.

  • @nikonman3971
    @nikonman39714 жыл бұрын

    Tim , i bought 2 D850. i am amazed . i am a fine art photographer and i mosty use manual focus lenses on my D850's. The Nikon D850 is the BEST .

  • @Cybersecurityforeveryone
    @Cybersecurityforeveryone5 жыл бұрын

    Tim...thanks for the great review. I've had my D850 for almost a year now and love it. I'm not a professional but have learned so much over the past year to become a better armature and my D850 with a few good lenses has helped me produce better pictures overall. Still have a lot to learn...subscribed today.

  • @PavelLavrishchev
    @PavelLavrishchev4 жыл бұрын

    Thank’s for review, Tim! I own that camera and so happy to use it!

  • @dickclark5237
    @dickclark52374 жыл бұрын

    Hi Tim: I love your review. I've only had my D850 3 months so I'm still learning. I do product photo and now video. I've been taking pics for over 50 years and I'm still learning. I find that the bigger sensor and low light sensitivity work great in low light. I get great pics in museums that don't let you use a flash. For products it gives me another dimension. I shoot shiny chrome products and the Nikon micro lens 105 let me get great detail and I can kill back round reflection. This camera also takes great video that is easy to edit in premier pro.

  • @stanw4317
    @stanw43175 жыл бұрын

    Tim: I just now came across your video review of the 850. You really did an outstanding job with this one! Thanks.

  • @davidmatney5033
    @davidmatney50332 жыл бұрын

    My new D850 arrives in two days and your video was what put me over the edge. I am an avid amateur landscape/wildlife photographer and your review confirmed what I have heard about the dynamic range and important features for my use. I have subscribed and will continue watching and learning. Thank you!

  • @eddieerickson5908
    @eddieerickson59084 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the review. Just ordered one .Looking forward to learning to make fantastic images.

  • @davidg8626
    @davidg86265 жыл бұрын

    Nice review! Thanks. I've been really considering getting one. Your review might have convinced me.

  • @pianoman6639
    @pianoman66393 жыл бұрын

    Just about to order this camera and can’t wait to see the results . At latest have a D750 and D5 I hoping for big things . Loved this video Tim many thanks

  • @EdAb
    @EdAb5 жыл бұрын

    Tim, Great review, please keep up the excellent work! I bought one of the first 850s in Western Canada and now have about 90,000 frames through it. After 30 professional years and experience with everything from Sinar 4x5 to Nikon Z7, I consider the D850 to be the best camera i've ever used!

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much Yuk Tuk! It is great to hear your experience with the Nikon D850.

  • @hamadabdeli296
    @hamadabdeli2965 жыл бұрын

    A simple, easy, clear and concise explanation .. thank you.

  • @TimGrillot
    @TimGrillot4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video! The D850 is the third DSLR camera I have owned. As an avid amateur the amount of technology packed into this camera is a little daunting but it takes absolute stunning photos. I totally agree with your synopsis and loved your photos you posted on the video. I do not do a lot of videography but when I have focusing has been an issue. My primary subjects have been my grandchildren and my golden retriever and they very rarely sit still lol! Thanks for the review! I purchased an offbrand battery pack to increase the shots per second because I do a lot of wildlife photography. One of the unexpected benefits has been battery life. When I was using the internal batteries I was leapfrogging them quite often as the camera tended to chew through batteries. I still charge them and bring them on shoots but I have not ran the battery pack dead once. I got it though B & H. It also allows me to charge it while on the camera.

  • @EverestClimberNo1
    @EverestClimberNo15 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful the best so far on D850 I have a D750 I had bought a couple of years back the deciding factor was the tilt screen and also D750 had the best capture engine at that time. Now this has the tilt screen so time to upgrade I guess. Thank you again.

  • @mervyncausier
    @mervyncausier4 жыл бұрын

    Love those landscapes you shown in the examples.👍

  • @richardpalmanteer9798
    @richardpalmanteer97987 ай бұрын

    I'm just starting and am a subscriber and student in your photoacadmy courses. I don't own this camera but a entry leval camera my wife bought me years ago. The Canon Rebel T5 1200D with the kit lenses Your review of your camera was well presented and it look rugged enough to handle any outdoor situation. Thanks Tim

  • @neilyakuza6595
    @neilyakuza65952 жыл бұрын

    I have decided to buy this camera based on your review. The dynamic range the D850 has is what sold me on it on your review. Thanks.

  • @frankcruz8068
    @frankcruz80683 жыл бұрын

    I own one, I completely agree on the pros and cons. Nice work!

  • @MrRooster1968
    @MrRooster19685 жыл бұрын

    I bought. The d850 6 months ago absolutely love the camera

  • @SquirrelsForAll
    @SquirrelsForAll5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Tim! Honest review, extremely helpful!

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much :-)

  • @Louiegonzalez85
    @Louiegonzalez854 жыл бұрын

    I just got mine yesterday and the lens is arriving today so I cannot wait to take her for a spin. Thanks for a positive review :)

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hope you enjoy it!

  • @vision-gc4hy
    @vision-gc4hy5 жыл бұрын

    I enjoyed your video and am just blown away by your photographs. Breathtaking.

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Wow thanks so much Russell. I very much appreciate your comment.

  • @richita3177
    @richita31775 жыл бұрын

    Hi Tim, I stumbled upon your channel today.. and love it. Your photos are AMAZING. I love my D850 and agree with everything you said. I'll sit back now and watch more of your videos. Cheers. Rick from Aus

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Rich. I really appreciate your comment and the follow. It is both encouraging and motivational!

  • @JavedAkterSuman
    @JavedAkterSuman Жыл бұрын

    It was a great review and helped me to buy my D850 in 2022. Thanks.

  • @dustydewey
    @dustydewey4 жыл бұрын

    I to am D500 graduating to D850 for just over a year .Love it ! Its a beast !! would not want to backpack with it thou ! Really happy for stills ,portraits ,landscapes . Tried video and same as you Tim , not impressed with auto focusing ability, but then again most pro videographers manual focus anyway .

  • @PhilippeVirgili
    @PhilippeVirgili5 жыл бұрын

    Been using this amazing stuff for one year... thank's for your experienced feedback!

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Philippe.

  • @RonAshworth
    @RonAshworth3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Tim, I used Nikon but moved to Canon for a 1DX MKII. I now regret that because I loved the ease with which my Nikons worked and gave me amazing skin tones and awesome shots. I was researching the new Nikon D850 when I came across your video. I think your landscape shots are out of this world - congratulations on that. I used to take a lot of portraits and some weddings. Now I mostly design websites. I'm considering buying the Nikon D850. Once a photographer, always a photographer. I say this because even when I use my iPhone you can see I'm a photographer from the results. It's just built-in into my way of shooting. I enjoyed your review. Spot-on.

  • @jacksonmagriplis6617
    @jacksonmagriplis66174 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video, Tim. An excellent review

  • @bekind816
    @bekind8164 жыл бұрын

    Great vid as always Tim..informative and clear...cracking images as always...just wondering as to what ballhead & pano setup you use?

  • @glhernan1
    @glhernan14 жыл бұрын

    Great video. I love my D850 it truly is a beast!

  • @kristinnr.kristinsson5718
    @kristinnr.kristinsson57185 жыл бұрын

    This one is one will be bought very soon!! I have a D300, D3x, D3s and a D800E, I have a problem selling the old ones, you get nothing for it so I don´t bother. I love them all specially the D3x, magnifficent. I´m really looking forward to getting this one since I´m mainly in landscape photography. Good reviwe!

  • @kohlergraphics9391
    @kohlergraphics93915 жыл бұрын

    Best review of the D850 on KZread.

  • @havocproltd

    @havocproltd

    5 жыл бұрын

    I CONCUR!!! I know youtube is about videos but holy katz!! I want a camera review, not a display of your premier pro and after effects abilities!! this was nicely done! concise. to the point. i was thinking about trading my 800 and 810 on a new 850 but my amex card bill came while i was watching this and saw how much i spent at b&h last month! may have to wait a little longer now!

  • @guyfleming6114
    @guyfleming6114 Жыл бұрын

    Tim Great video and love my 850. One thing that bugs me is the loud shutter release but in silent mode, work’s great for much of my photography.

  • @swaygfx
    @swaygfx5 жыл бұрын

    I definitely agree with you. this is my current camera ( work on my page for anyone that wants to see more ) my only thing would be is the 4k 60. I mainly shoot videos / photos and I'm so impressed using the 850. I love it

  • @MuwexTech
    @MuwexTech5 жыл бұрын

    I did a review of my loaner around a year ago and actually liked how robust it was and how detailed images it captured! Sadly I don't take enough pictures to tell myself I really need to buy "so pricey" camera though! Atm. Going with Panasonic GH5 + Sony A7 III, mostly doing video, but sometimes photos too and that Sony excels there nicely!

  • @richardong7029
    @richardong70295 жыл бұрын

    Good reviews, great pictures!

  • @princesphotographystudio
    @princesphotographystudio5 жыл бұрын

    Great review! You have reminded me of needing to do a review as well as I have owned my D850 for about the same time but not traveling the world like you have, wish I could though. I shoot all types of photography as I cover all kinds of events, landscape, portrait, weddings and even sports.

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your comment George

  • @RussDnB
    @RussDnB4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this. I'm in the market for a new camera after my D90 has served me so well for the last 11-12 years. My ONLY reason for waiting a bit longer is for better 4k video support. Otherwise, this really seems like the cam for me. Thanks for sharing your experience with us.

  • @lonnieparsons5669
    @lonnieparsons56695 жыл бұрын

    I have had mine for a month having upgraded from the D-7000. While it is heavy to haul while hiking through the mountains of Colorado, it is well worth it. Good glass is important so I went with Tamron lenses as I liked the quality and price. The camera really challenges your shooting technique. Getting and keeping a steady grip is critical with slower shutter speeds. It is an amazing camera which is a joy to shoot with.

  • @90boiler
    @90boiler5 жыл бұрын

    The best camera on the market. Purely for pictures i would go for Fuji GFX series, but for overall hard working tool which can create timelapse, shoot 4k and have fast focus I would go for D850. State of the art camera.

  • @mrsusan893

    @mrsusan893

    3 жыл бұрын

    For sure if your doing extremely large prints and doing heavy cropping, otherwise you won't see the any difference

  • @sheltondesilva5637
    @sheltondesilva56375 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your video. I was planing to buy it. Now after watching your video, I diffidently buy it. Thanks again.

  • @bigdogpeck1874
    @bigdogpeck18742 жыл бұрын

    Hello thanks from r making this awesome video tutorial, and this video Sir was one of the main reasons I purchased myself a used Nikon D850 with 59600 shutter actions and this D850 out performs all of the other Nikon cameras I own.

  • @robroyig-robroyphotography9225
    @robroyig-robroyphotography92255 жыл бұрын

    Hey Tim, great video! I am up here in the PNW, and it is a Landscape Photog’s dream for sure. I enjoy Landscape and Wildlife, so i had, still have, the D500 (which i love). I was going to sell it to get the 850, but decided to keep it as mainly wildlife/backup. I love the 850. Had it for about 6 months and slowly trying to acquire the Trinity of glass. I have the 16-35 f4 and it’s ok, but is soft in many areas. The one thing i have noticed, and mainly because i still am improving 😊, is that because of the large sensor, your technique is magnified big time. Especially hand holding, you need to up the shutter to ensure tack sharp images if glass doesnt have the VR. But, that’s why i love it, makes me get better 😊. Thanks for great review! Spot on

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Rob. You are so right about upping that shutter speed. The huge sensor magnifies any camera shake. Great comment! A+

  • @smallbrownfox594
    @smallbrownfox5945 жыл бұрын

    Good review thanks.

  • @rossenuzunov3860
    @rossenuzunov38605 жыл бұрын

    great review - I'm really happy I bought this gadget few days ago :)

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your comment Rossen. I hope you love your D850.

  • @ScoTreVan
    @ScoTreVan5 жыл бұрын

    Subbed with the Bell, I own the D850 & D500 love them both, and agree good glass is a must. loved your pictures, very Inspiring Tim, thanks for sharing your thoughts

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Cool! Thanks for writing Trevor!

  • @lucylapalette3828
    @lucylapalette38285 жыл бұрын

    Ok thanks Tim. Of course, I found the Bulb setting on D850. I also found the Active D-Lighting in menu - Auto or Extra HIgh, just try to resolve the deep blacks and shadows, which are particularly obvious when using 50mm f1.8. Yes, I take tons of portraits shots. Thanks for now

  • @nikonlover6602
    @nikonlover66025 жыл бұрын

    Well said I do wildlife photography and used the d500 but since owning the d850 my d500 gets dusty This is a expensive machine but worth every dime I live it and love it

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Steve. Glad to hear you have a D850!

  • @mr.yaakov4879

    @mr.yaakov4879

    5 жыл бұрын

    I will buy your D500 off of you! serious dm me if u want to sell it for a fair price lol

  • @nrlondon7959
    @nrlondon79593 жыл бұрын

    Hi Tim, I am thinking of jumping ship on my Canon system and moving over to Nikon or Sony. I am interested in the D850. Thanks for making and sharing this video. I found it interesting that in our first Adventure class you mentioned about damaging your camera and various sites to visit in Oregon and those topics were mentioned in the video. Have a great day. Nyall London

  • @annetteundheimart4770
    @annetteundheimart47705 жыл бұрын

    Wow, seems like an amazing camera! I have a Canon now (only 7D), and was aiming for the 5D Mark IV at some point, but perhaps I should consider this! Dynamic range to die for and so large files for printing would be amazing. But there was so many great features! Thank you for this review!

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Your photography is so good so there will be a time very soon when you want to upgrade to a full frame camera. This means you will have to buy new lenses, so if you have to do that then perhaps it will be time to look at the Nikon D850. But as they say, the best camera is the one you have with you :-) Thanks for your comment Annette!

  • @Baker504
    @Baker5045 ай бұрын

    I recently bought the D 850 and love it so far .

  • @CarlyWaarly
    @CarlyWaarly2 жыл бұрын

    Agree, just upgraded from D800's that are still workhorses and running strong. This had more useful features so we added it to the tool box. Terrific camera and because we still run Hassleblad V systems with digital back we love the square format of this D850! .....and of course all the other amazing additional features.

  • @Luigi13
    @Luigi135 жыл бұрын

    Currently I shoot with the D-810 which I like. In the near future I will purchase the D-850. The review is very informative especially with some images of your work it amplifies what the camera can deliver in good hands. Thanks for the review.

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much Gino.

  • @TheWise
    @TheWise5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video man...

  • @jeregill5380
    @jeregill53802 жыл бұрын

    I own the D850 & was also stunned by the incredible dynamic range. I thought I would have to mount a flash to get proper light on foreground subjects with backlight. Not a problem with the D850. I love that you can use a CF Type B card in the XQD slot. Seems a little faster. The D850 is Nikon’s crown jewel of DSLRs.

  • @dougnelson423
    @dougnelson4235 жыл бұрын

    Great review Tim. Thanks

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Douglas!

  • @GregJorgo
    @GregJorgo11 ай бұрын

    I agree two of the xqd cards. It takes some time to understand the exposure. I’m finding a bit of trial and error as different lenses are far apart when it comes to the best exposure settings. Way different from my D750. But hey it’s fun, so not complaining. Great review mate!

  • @vivienrajz798
    @vivienrajz7985 жыл бұрын

    I own a D850 and simply love it. Mostly I can agree with you. Although, didn't mind that there is an option for SD card. Since SDs prices have really plummeted recently, I can cheaply have like 1TB or more amount of cards. Yep, transfer speed is lower still, even a 95MB/s card is one sec to save an uncompressed 14bit large RAW file, but the 50 full sized RAW buffer can give a lot of room. In landscape, I never needed for more. Even photographing cycling time trial, I was fine with the SD card speed, although I have a backup XQD card. Also brought the official grip for it, not because of the added frame rate, but because time by time I do other types of photography than landscape and it makes easier to handle the camera in portrait orientation. Sure it adds nearly another 500 grams but ads another battery slot as well. the grip is rock solid compared to second market ones. Sure hiking with it up to a mountain is an extra challenge, but for the quality and rigidity I get, I'm okay with it. My only pain point is focusing in the live view. That one sucks, big time. Although I have it like 8 months, I didn't use the video recording, so I can't say a thing about it. The built-in intervalometer and silent photography modes make this camera a stunning one. With 4k timelapse basically, no hassle needed, in-camera can be done and still there is an option for 8k...

  • @elonrogan3927
    @elonrogan39275 жыл бұрын

    I upgraded my d810 to the d850 and the difference is tremendous in my opinion. Thanks for this video I appreciate the good review on the camera

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much. Yes, the D850 is a good upgrade from the D810. I am happy I made the jump up, but it sure doesn't come without cost. It is tough to stay on the leading wave of new tech. There is always something better.

  • @nickreid5939

    @nickreid5939

    2 жыл бұрын

    What is the difference??....i was told the D810 has more dynamic range

  • @SouthernSweetness2
    @SouthernSweetness2 Жыл бұрын

    Great video!

  • @user-tp9ku2vk9t
    @user-tp9ku2vk9t7 ай бұрын

    Hello Tim: Great video! Please share the other equipment that you use on a regular basis with the D850. Thank you.

  • @Suhailkhan53
    @Suhailkhan53 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome video ❤

  • @skiwealdo1973
    @skiwealdo19734 жыл бұрын

    Great video!! I own the D850 now for about 4 months, I'm new to photography for about 11 months, It's my go to camera, I also own a Nikon D500 and love that too but the D850 I would have to say does a better job of capturing low light unique images that takes your breath away! Great camera and yes the in body Ibis stabilization would make it dream come true! Hey but the D6 might have that?

  • @shantha5437
    @shantha5437 Жыл бұрын

    Yes Tim , this camera is very nice l use it with my other Nikon prime lenses and especially with 2.8f 400mm for my morning and evening leopard photography in Srilanka . In a tropical day , sunrises around 6 a.m . having no problem taking pictures even before 6 a.m. with all the details of the subject , generally they leave the open areas as soon as sun worships the jungle flow . Take care nice presentation 👍.

  • @themoodyphotographer59
    @themoodyphotographer593 жыл бұрын

    I have owned almost all of the 3000 and 5000 series, the D90, D200, D300, D7100 and D7200, the D500, I have had the D810 for over a year and just got the D850. I went out and shot my first photo's the day I got it, loaded them on the computer and I thought my wife was going to slap me if I said WOW just one more time. I think I finally found the only camera I will ever need. LOL! I will also keep the D810, it's a great camera. Great video Tim!

  • @steveunderwood8289
    @steveunderwood82892 жыл бұрын

    Just bought one and completely impressed with its performance.

  • @rodrigodemarchi1184
    @rodrigodemarchi11845 жыл бұрын

    Great review! I especially liked the last two pictures in Vancouver, where I'm currently living in!

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Rodrigo. Yes Vancouver is so picturesque. Your challenge is to find a rooftop on Broadway between Cambie and Oak Streests, on the north side of Broadway. When you get that location nailed down, call me!

  • @rodrigodemarchi1184

    @rodrigodemarchi1184

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@TimShieldsPhotography I'll definitely check that out! Thanks for replying to me!

  • @martintanaka2118
    @martintanaka21185 жыл бұрын

    Awesome review Mr.Shields . I upgraded my D810 to D850 . After using nine months , it is absolutely a TANK!! It is worth buying !!

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much Martin!

  • @pgamasterprofessional
    @pgamasterprofessional5 жыл бұрын

    Tim, I just upgraded to the D850.(Literally, received it today) I have been shooting with the D810 and have had a lot of clients wanting 4k video from ground level since my DJI Inspire 2 can provide it from the air. I appreciate your take on this and I look forward to any help that you have when it comes to landscape photography. Being a PGA Master Golf Professional turned content creator, I am always looking for better ways to represent the game of golf through the content that I create. Landscape photography/videography is one of the major ways. Thanks again.

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Jason. You are going to love your new camera. Just make sure that when you are using to shoot 4k video you have it on a tripod so there is no shake. I look forward to seeing your videos!

  • @nevvanclarke9225
    @nevvanclarke9225 Жыл бұрын

    Hey Tim...loved the review. I bought a second one. I've posted my images on photography academy. The d850 has a Sony sensor and it's often not mentioned. I know mirrorless is the rage but I haven't found anything it can't do. Its rugged

  • @swebsurf
    @swebsurf5 жыл бұрын

    Great review, Tim. I went from a D500 to D850 and now face the confusing choice of an FX wide-angle lens. I've ordered a Nikon 16-35mm f/4, but now am wondering if I should have gone to one of the f/2.8 like the Nikon 14-24mm or Tamron 15-30mm G2. At some point I would like to do astrophotography, but Landscape is the main focus. Thanks! -- Scott

  • @carlweiderick
    @carlweiderick5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Tim! Great video! Great camera! I am currently using a D810. I don't know if you would remember me from policing, a few decades ago. Keep up the great work! Subbed.

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Carl. Your D810 is a great camera. In fact, I want to buy one to have as a backup camera...

  • @harmenvanwelbergen4224
    @harmenvanwelbergen42244 жыл бұрын

    Richt now I own the Nikon D 500. Great camera too for wildlife shooting. I am getting more into landscape photography as well so I will definitely buy the Nikon D850, because it is full frame. The menus are identical to my D 500. Both great camera s.

  • @wdb1932
    @wdb19325 жыл бұрын

    Agree completely. Absolutely love mine.

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Much appreciated.

  • @adirajasekhar7551
    @adirajasekhar75515 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic review Tim...

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Adi!

  • @christopherwaggoner7125
    @christopherwaggoner71255 жыл бұрын

    I really enjoyed this review, great work.

  • @guybar663
    @guybar6635 жыл бұрын

    Very good Review !

  • @margaretmesacortez2421
    @margaretmesacortez2421 Жыл бұрын

    I just bought the D850 and will practice using it. I want to be ready for the Total Eclipse in 2024!

  • @erichouck9487
    @erichouck94872 жыл бұрын

    I just bought the D850 and I am looking forward to learning how to use it

  • @markusstiller9882
    @markusstiller98825 жыл бұрын

    I own the D850 for bit more than a year now and I love like you do. In my opinion it ist the best camera on the market at the moment. Yes, it is heavy but worth every Gramm you carry around. If you see the results after a photo trip you don’t care about the weight.

  • @yvonnewilliams143
    @yvonnewilliams1434 жыл бұрын

    Last September I was replacing my Nikon D5200and wanted a camera that would last me through my coming retirement. It ended up a decision between the D850 and the Z7. I went for the Z7 solely for the lighter weight, hopefully now I have purchased your training material I will learn to take some amazing images. I am going to take the training at a nice slow pace so that when I retire next year I can spend the time taking some amazing photographs.

  • @DesireeMarie
    @DesireeMarie5 жыл бұрын

    This will be my next camera 🙏🏽

  • @garrickedin
    @garrickedin Жыл бұрын

    Got one recently and cannot be sure of when I'm getting max size raw. I've followed all instructions but unsure what the screen should read when on max. Regards. Thanks for the review. Very encouraging.

  • @karachicityview
    @karachicityview Жыл бұрын

    great review

  • @rayeast9825
    @rayeast98254 жыл бұрын

    Good review. I use the D800 and have since it came out and recently while shooting college tennis I dropped it. Repair or spend 3 grand? I am 82 and still busy. My backup is now my D3. I do portraiture for a corporation and some college sports with only Nikon lenses. mostly I use 24-70 1.2 and the 70-200. Heavy to lug around. Thanks and mulling it over.

  • @UTAH100
    @UTAH1002 жыл бұрын

    Good review Tim. Ironically, I just experienced a sand storm at Death Valley too- Mesquite Dunes. From many miles away we could see the dust cloud. It calmed down and I was able to get some good sunset shots- also sunrise the next day was magical. I saw your other video so I ventured in further to that large ridge area. I haven't edited yet but I think I got some good shots. Coming from a D5500 should I go D850 or jump right into mirrorless- what do you recommend? Within reason, money is not an issue. I am not a pro either. Mostly shoot landscapes like you- love your lightening pic!

  • @looktothefuture84
    @looktothefuture845 жыл бұрын

    Really great content - great to hear real world experiences from someone who has been using the camera extensively and not just specs and numbers. Couple of points to note (to get really geeky) - you mentioned the array of autofocus points not being something you use - even using single point you are still making use of those many auto focus points unless you only ever use the very centre spot. If you're autofocusing on a foreground object towards the bottom left corner, you're making use of one of those more extreme 153 focus points. The cross-type ones are even more reliable, particularly in low light. Obviously it doesn't relate to manual focus, as you say. You also mentioned the sensor is unparalleled... it kind of is by the Sony a7R III and both share Sony sensor tech, of course. Sure, the Nikon has a couple of more MP, but both cameras have the same DXOMark score. Nikon's smart move to work with the enemy is why they overtook stubborn Canon in sensor tech long ago. Good on you, Nikon. All the reasons you give are why I'd love to invest in a D850, but it's the size and weight for travel that stops me. I was really hoping the Z7 would truly be a mini-D50, but alas it's not there (yet). Roll on the Z7 II :D

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Jordan. Thank you for your comment and insight into the focus system. Points well received! You have certainly done your homework which is great to see :-)

  • @CNylundPhotography
    @CNylundPhotography4 жыл бұрын

    Got mine today 😁 Havent taken to many pictures yet but man im in Love. I do mostly shoot wildlife, i have the D500 and this camera was ment to be my "backup" my secundary. But now iwe just ordered the battery grip and my D500 will mostly be in my bag from now on.

  • @jimioutback
    @jimioutback4 жыл бұрын

    Some great shots there Tim, thanks for the review. I just sold my D810 thinking it's time to upgrade after 3½ years. I am split between 5DsR, A7R3 and D850. None is perfect, with Canon strengths being sharpness, resolution and color science, Nikon strengths being iso 64 and the clarity and cleanness and 3D-ness of images there, and focus-peaking, and the Sony strengths being 4k video, focus peaking, and IBIS as I often find subjects for intimate landscape that are too tricky to set up a tripod on, or I'm just too lazy but still would like a sharp shot, and IBIS for intended small prints of such subjects would be great to help guarantee sharp images. One of the worst things for me about the D810 was blown highlights in blue skies (highlights too hot like their RAW processing added excess contrast, where Canon and SOny retained much more natural tonally rich skies), and the unnaturally cooler blue in D810 skies, where they lacked sufficient red content that was there to the naked eye. With the D850, do you find overly hot blue sky highlights and a red-lean, overly cool color palette? I liked a lot of things about the D810 but these blue sky weaknesses are a big negative for me and would make me look at Sony if they persist in the D850. thanks, Jim

  • @nickreid5939

    @nickreid5939

    2 жыл бұрын

    What did you end up buying...??? I love my d810...blue sky pics

  • @ecycled3d
    @ecycled3d4 жыл бұрын

    High quality glass... yes. Love that you start out with the Nikkor 14-24 f/2.8. I shook that quite a bit on my D500. Love it. Curious which XQD card reader you use? Also curious about which L bracket and tripod head you use. I have a need for such on my D500. Thanks.

  • @rantonuccio
    @rantonuccio5 жыл бұрын

    Great Full Metal Jacket reference there :)....I love my D810 and i know people are saying the mirror-less is the future ( i don't believe that to be true imo ) but my next camera will be the D850, the 45mp the dynamic range and the touch screen are all just amazing.

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Glad you caught the FMJ reference :-) I had the D810 previously (I bought it the day after I killed my D800 with the ocean wave) and it is a great camera. The image quality of the D810 is so good and there is not a massive difference between it and the D850's images in my opinion. So maybe wait for a screaming deal on a D850.

  • @rantonuccio

    @rantonuccio

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@TimShieldsPhotography That is what i thinking i try to keep my D810 is great shape and the shutter count is still low so if i came across a killer deal i could part with my D810 and hopefully only have a small difference to make up in the cost. Thanks for reassuring me on the D810 :)

  • @johnkaninda2826

    @johnkaninda2826

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@TimShieldsPhotography When a d860 comes out, are we going to rubbish and bin the d850? Its features will always be there and as awesome in 5 years as they are today or were yesterday...a camera is just a tool. Change it when it has been well used and has served its purpose (like your drenched and damaged D800). A d810 is "still" excellent as was on its launch day. I have had a d60 (still have it), the D2xs, D300s, Fuji x100s, Olympus E3 and OMD5. Now am shooting with combo of Df + D800 (some of those bodies I still have). When I look at the pics taken with those tools i love them all. I still regret selling my d300s, I miss it (looking at the d500). All in all, if one's job is pro photographer, he may justify such investment. But if one buys just to keep up with tech, he might be running a lost race... So may people enjoy what they have and use it to the full and only upgrade when it has been truly used and served its purpose.

  • @CharleyHarley01
    @CharleyHarley015 жыл бұрын

    Nice review, I'll watch more of your vids/reviews. I preordered and received my first D850 straight away, early on. I was somewhat pleased but as a D5 and D810 user I was not overwhelmed as most were. I sold it to a wedding photog who was anxious to own. Last November I bought yet another D850, and seriously, this is an improved camera. I suggest Nikon made running improvements as it was produced and they received information from users. Fantastic camera! Like you I forget to use the tilting live view-

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Charley, I believe you that Nikon is modifying their cameras on the fly. As they make little tweaks, the camera gets better over time.

  • @nickreid5939

    @nickreid5939

    2 жыл бұрын

    Whats the diffrrence btw the D810 and the D850 ???

  • @joshsantiago4397
    @joshsantiago43975 жыл бұрын

    Hi Tim! You take amazing photos. I'm so blown away. However, I feel like all you said were already told before.

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    The video is based on my experiences with the D850. No doubt my opinions are shared by many others. Thanks for the comment about my photos :-)

  • @MattShockley
    @MattShockley3 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video! Curios if you needed to bracket your photos for the arch print or the lake with snow or if the dynamic range without bracketing is good enough for those shots or if you used an ND filter or even need one for those shots?

  • @Ian4262
    @Ian42625 жыл бұрын

    I am migrating from a D800 (which I bought in 2013, and which has been a fantastic companion). This year will buy either the D850 or the Z7 (unsure at this stage, as a lot of pro's sing the praises of the Z7 image stabilization - and in many respects its a lot simpler in construction). Yet to be convinced about the Z7 F mount option - certainly not buying a heap of new lenses). If any opinions out there love to hear from you. Meanwhile, thanks for the review, well done.

  • @spicy__roads3422
    @spicy__roads34225 жыл бұрын

    I just bought yesterday this camera and im willing to go out and shoot some photos. Excellent review

  • @TimShieldsPhotography

    @TimShieldsPhotography

    5 жыл бұрын

    Awesome! I hope you love your new camera. Thanks for the comment.

  • @spicy__roads3422

    @spicy__roads3422

    5 жыл бұрын

    thanks Tim, at the moment i have the 28-300 f4 and the 105 micro f2.8, i want buy a super telezoom for long distance and i was thinking to the sigma 150 600 c Do you have any recommendation?

  • @toddroy9558
    @toddroy95583 жыл бұрын

    I do love landscape, can you do a video on the stacking and printing a huge picture, to see how well it holds up in quality and sharpness?

  • @GlenBarnett
    @GlenBarnett Жыл бұрын

    Great video Tim 👍 I still consider the D850 relevant in 2022!! I have one as my main body and wouldn’t change it for the world. It does everything, and I mean EVERYTHING I need from a camera, DSLR or mirrorless, absolutely perfectly Why fix something that’s not broken? 👍

  • @JHJohnson
    @JHJohnson4 жыл бұрын

    I brought my D850 about 6 months ago. Its the best camera I have ever owned and use it mainly for portraits and commercial work. I havne’t used it for sports yet full time just here and there. I mainly work in rodeo arenas for sports and i just don’t want my new pride and joy to get all dirty. This camera is amazing and worth every penny