Decisive power. Faster workflow. Absolute reliability.

Like every Nikon flagship camera that has come before it, the D6 holds nothing back. Featuring Nikon’s most powerful AF system to date for capturing every heart-pounding, pivotal moment, the D6 is an uncompromising workhorse DSLR that lives up to every professional demand in any environment. And because every second counts in the field, the D6 is loaded with new time-saving workflow enhancements and advanced customization options. The moments that define us, that show what we’re capable of, the ones that live on, are waiting to be captured with a Nikon D6 DSLR.

The most powerful AF in Nikon’s history.

The Nikon D6 breaks new ground in DSLR autofocus performance, outclassing the highly acclaimed AF system of its predecessor, the D5. A new high density, 105-point fully selectable, all cross-type sensor AF system, allows photographers to set focus almost anywhere in the frame without recomposing. A reimagined focus point layout reduces non-AF-sensitive areas with a triple sensor arrangement for each individual focus point resulting in 1.6x more AF coverage*, even with moving subjects in high speed shooting modes.

Precision focusing with 17 custom Group Area AF choices.

For reliable subject acquisition around distracting foreground objects like a net, player or other obstacle, sports photographers will find the D6’s 17 selectable group Area AF patterns indispensable.

Image quality that shines in any light.

The stellar combination of the D6’s high-resolution 20.8MP FX-format CMOS sensor and state-of-the-art EXPEED 6 image-processing engine enables class-leading ISO’s up to 102,400 (expandable to ISO 3,280,000) for glorious image quality in the widest range of lighting conditions and shooting scenarios. The profound levels of sensitivity and resolution achieved by the D6 model greatly reduce low light noise and improve AF detection over the D5 camera.

Turbo-charged by EXPEED 6 processor.

The D6 is powered by Nikon’s fastest, most comprehensive image processing engine to date, EXPEED 6. It’s the brains behind the DSLR’s stunning photo and video quality, autofocus power, low-light performance, noise suppression, distortion control, image clarity, color reproduction and more.

Fast and reliable 14 fps continuous shooting.

For capturing the most electrifying of moments during high speed sports and action, the D6 can shoot a remarkable 14 fps for up to 200 continuous shots at JPEG fine quality*. Its beautifully clear optical viewfinder allows real-time confirmation of the composition while its highly dependable mechanical shutter eliminates any concern of banding or flickering at high speeds—crucial under professional environments where every moment matters.

*When using E-type lenses, in CH mode and at shutter speed 1/250 second or faster.

Astounding 60 fps stills in video mode.

While the D6’s remarkable 14 fps speed may be more than enough for most action photography, the D6 is capable of shooting at an astonishing 60fps for digital applications where resolution may not be as critical. In movie live view mode, holding the shutter-release down can produce 2-megapixel images at approximately 60fps* or 8-megapixel images at approximately 30fps** for revealing minute differences during critical moments of action.

*With Full HD selected for image quality.

**With 4K UHD selected for image quality.

Note: AF is locked on the first frame while AE tracks in this mode.

Silent when discretion counts.

When camera noise can be a potential distraction, switching to Live View allows you to get every shot utilizing the D6’s full 20.8MP at up to 10.5fps in complete silence.*

*AF is locked on the first frame while AE tracks. Rolling shutter distortion may occur.

Capture the best stills and movies possible, no matter the situation. For optical viewfinder shooting, experience powerful subject detection and tracking capabilities with the 51-point AF system that takes on an algorithm equivalent to Nikon’s FX-format flagship, the award-winning Nikon D5. The system makes the best of the latest EXPEED 6 image-processing engine to deliver a powerful acquisition performance.

For live view shooting, enjoy eye detection AF, smoother focusing, higher accuracy in subject acquisition with the 273-point1 hybrid AF, which automatically switch between focal-plane phase detection AF or contrast-detection AF based on an algorithm optimised for the FX-format sensor.

Able to perform just as well in low light conditions, the D780 offers low illumination AF detection, available down to -5.0 EV2 and -7.0 EV2. The improved fine-tuning of the AF now allows even greater focus accuracy to be achieved throughout the focal range for zoom lenses.

Inheriting the best

Take your craft to new heights. Perfect for professional pursuits, the new D780 has a continuous shooting speed of 7-fps and a shutter speed of 1/8000 s – akin to the D850. The 180K-pixel RGB sensor is employed to enhance the accuracy of the advanced scene recognition system, improving the overall performance of AF, AE, and AWB. An electronic shutter and the ability to shoot up to 12-fps (with AE/AF) also allows for silent shooting without a shutter-release sound – great for important and sound sensitive events such as weddings or conferences. With an extensive F mount lens line-up, experience a great range of optics to suit any shooting environment.

Uncompromising quality

Express yourself with the D780. Experience high resolution and great low light shooting capabilities with 24.5 effective megapixels and an ISO of up to 51200 thanks to the backside illumination CMOS sensor and EXPEED 6 image-processing engine. Great for astrophotography, this DSLR delivers extended long exposure through shutter speed extensions of up to 900 s. Instantly lighten or darken an image with the in-camera overlay or further enhance the depth of field in an image with the focus shift feature for focus stacking photography. Experiment true versatility with the improved multiple exposure function – take your stills to a new level.

The Full Video Experience

Bring your stories to life with extensive in-camera video features such as the interval timer and time-lapse photography. Transform dramatic moments into slow-motion sequences with approximately 120-fps3 super-high-speed continuous shooting in Full HD. For those seeking full-frame 4K UHD videos with full pixel readout, the D780 is the camera for you. Utilise the advantages of the 273-point1 focal-plane phase-detection AF and customizable AF speed4 and AF tracking to achieve even greater creative control over your shoot. Ideal even for high-end video productions, the camera comes equipped with 10-bit N-Log, HDR5 (HLG) movie output with rich tonal gradation in HDMI 10-bit output as well as full timecode & ATOMOS Open Protocol support – enhancing workflow efficiency for professional productions.

Durability meets reliability

Great for those photographers on the constant move, the D780 features two UHS II SD-compatible memory card slots to let you go further. Weighing in at only approximately 755g, the camera body features secure and comfortable grips, along with optimised operation layout, making it easy to use and carry. Robust as ever, the magnesium alloy combined with the monocoque structure creates a tough exterior that is dust and water resistant. Shoot with ease and confidence with a long battery life which allows up to approximately 2,260 shots6 per charge. A new graphical user interface gives a more flexible and easy-to-use i menu where you can easily customise and assign 12 functions according to your still and video shooting needs.

Conveniently connected

Shoot and share your creations with ease. Enhanced with built-in Wi-Fi functions, enjoy a direct connection to your computer or smart device for added convenience. The latest iteration of SnapBridge also enables the transfer of RAW images to smart devices and features remote control operation, giving you more freedom to manoeuvre while on shoot. Playback operation is also available for images and videos from a distance when the camera is connected to a TV – perfect for quick reviews and efficient workflow setup.

Capture the best stills and movies possible, no matter the situation. For optical viewfinder shooting, experience powerful subject detection and tracking capabilities with the 51-point AF system that takes on an algorithm equivalent to Nikon’s FX-format flagship, the award-winning Nikon D5. The system makes the best of the latest EXPEED 6 image-processing engine to deliver a powerful acquisition performance.

For live view shooting, enjoy eye detection AF, smoother focusing, higher accuracy in subject acquisition with the 273-point1 hybrid AF, which automatically switch between focal-plane phase detection AF or contrast-detection AF based on an algorithm optimised for the FX-format sensor.

Able to perform just as well in low light conditions, the D780 offers low illumination AF detection, available down to -5.0 EV2 and -7.0 EV2. The improved fine-tuning of the AF now allows even greater focus accuracy to be achieved throughout the focal range for zoom lenses.

Inheriting the best

Take your craft to new heights. Perfect for professional pursuits, the new D780 has a continuous shooting speed of 7-fps and a shutter speed of 1/8000 s – akin to the D850. The 180K-pixel RGB sensor is employed to enhance the accuracy of the advanced scene recognition system, improving the overall performance of AF, AE, and AWB. An electronic shutter and the ability to shoot up to 12-fps (with AE/AF) also allows for silent shooting without a shutter-release sound – great for important and sound sensitive events such as weddings or conferences. With an extensive F mount lens line-up, experience a great range of optics to suit any shooting environment.

Uncompromising quality

Express yourself with the D780. Experience high resolution and great low light shooting capabilities with 24.5 effective megapixels and an ISO of up to 51200 thanks to the backside illumination CMOS sensor and EXPEED 6 image-processing engine. Great for astrophotography, this DSLR delivers extended long exposure through shutter speed extensions of up to 900 s. Instantly lighten or darken an image with the in-camera overlay or further enhance the depth of field in an image with the focus shift feature for focus stacking photography. Experiment true versatility with the improved multiple exposure function – take your stills to a new level.

The Full Video Experience

Bring your stories to life with extensive in-camera video features such as the interval timer and time-lapse photography. Transform dramatic moments into slow-motion sequences with approximately 120-fps3 super-high-speed continuous shooting in Full HD. For those seeking full-frame 4K UHD videos with full pixel readout, the D780 is the camera for you. Utilise the advantages of the 273-point1 focal-plane phase-detection AF and customizable AF speed4 and AF tracking to achieve even greater creative control over your shoot. Ideal even for high-end video productions, the camera comes equipped with 10-bit N-Log, HDR5 (HLG) movie output with rich tonal gradation in HDMI 10-bit output as well as full timecode & ATOMOS Open Protocol support – enhancing workflow efficiency for professional productions.

Durability meets reliability

Great for those photographers on the constant move, the D780 features two UHS II SD-compatible memory card slots to let you go further. Weighing in at only approximately 755g, the camera body features secure and comfortable grips, along with optimised operation layout, making it easy to use and carry. Robust as ever, the magnesium alloy combined with the monocoque structure creates a tough exterior that is dust and water resistant. Shoot with ease and confidence with a long battery life which allows up to approximately 2,260 shots6 per charge. A new graphical user interface gives a more flexible and easy-to-use i menu where you can easily customise and assign 12 functions according to your still and video shooting needs.

Conveniently connected

Shoot and share your creations with ease. Enhanced with built-in Wi-Fi functions, enjoy a direct connection to your computer or smart device for added convenience. The latest iteration of SnapBridge also enables the transfer of RAW images to smart devices and features remote control operation, giving you more freedom to manoeuvre while on shoot. Playback operation is also available for images and videos from a distance when the camera is connected to a TV – perfect for quick reviews and efficient workflow setup.

Features

• 45.7MP FX-Format BSI CMOS Sensor
• EXPEED 5 Image Processor
• 3.2″ 2.36m-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD
• 4K UHD Video Recording at 30 fps
• Multi-CAM 20K 153-Point AF System
• Native ISO: 64-25600, Extended: 32-102400
• 7 fps Shooting for 51 Frames with AE/AF
• 8K Time-Lapse, Negative Digitizer Mode
• 180k-Pixel RGB Sensor, Focus Shift Mode
• SnapBridge Bluetooth and Wi-Fi

Extreme resolution meets extreme speed.

When Nikon introduced the D800 and D800E, it set a new benchmark for DSLR image quality and super high resolution photography that approached medium format. Now, five years later, Nikon proudly introduces the next evolution in high resolution DSLRs, a camera that allows photographers to capture fast action in 45.7 megapixels of brilliant resolution. With remarkable advancements across the board—sensor design, autofocus, dynamic range, sensitivity, Speedlight control, battery life, shutter and mirror drive mechanisms, Silent Photography in Live-View mode, focus shift capability and more—this is quite possibly the most impressive, well-rounded DSLR yet.

Higher Resolution. Faster Speed. Greater Versatility.

Nikon’s first back-side illuminated (BSI) full-frame sensor with no optical low-pass filter

At the heart of the D850 is a Nikon designed sensor like none before it—a back-side illuminated (BSI) FX-format full-frame CMOS image sensor with 45.7 megapixels and no optical low-pass filter. A marvel of ingenuity, it achieves extraordinary image quality, enhanced light gathering efficiency, faster data readout and truer color. And with such a dense array of pixels, there’s virtually no risk of moiré.

• View Sample Photography (View in a lightbox)

Faster, richer, sharper processing

Faster than EXPEED 4, EXPEED 5 quickly processes all 45.7 megapixels of data for lower noise, wider dynamic range, subtle tonal and textural details, high-speed continuous shooting at approx. 9 fps¹ and full-frame 4K UHD movie recording.

Sensitive to every little detail

The lower the ISO, the greater the dynamic range. Like the D810 before it, the D850 has the lowest base ISO of any DSLR or mirrorless camera²—ISO 64 (expandable down to ISO 32).

Full frame as it was meant to be

Nikon has been advancing the full frame format since the days of 35mm film photography with industry defining optics, legendary sharpness and the most impressive lens lineup available.

NIKKOR Lenses: The Gold Standard

Nikon has been setting the standard for full-frame lenses for over 80 years. Gold Ring Series NIKKOR optics are among the finest lenses available, drawing peak performance from high-resolution image sensors with stunning sharpness, edge-to-edge clarity and virtually no distortion or aberrations regardless of subject, environment or lighting conditions. The extreme resolving power of the D850, whether for stills or 4K UHD video, is brought to full power with these superb optics. To get the most from the D850 think Gold Ring. No adapter needed.

• Learn more about the Gold Ring Series of Lenses (View in a new window)
• View all NIKKOR Lenses

Precision at every turn

Flagship autofocus, metering and fast continuous shooting

Autofocus that keeps up

The D850 uses the same field-proven ultra-accurate AF system as the flagship D5. With 153 focus points, 99 cross-type sensors and a dedicated AF processor, the D850 delivers all of its 45.7 MP performance with NIKKOR lenses. Shoot in low light to -4 EV. Capturing the most elusive subjects will feel like second nature with the D850.

• View Sample Photography (View in a lightbox)

Focus in near darkness

Autofocus down to -4 EV lets you capture in low-light situations. Suddenly, fast NIKKOR primes and zooms can handle even lower light than before.

Greater frame coverage

153 focus points with 99 cross-type sensors—15 of which support f/8, a must for many sports and wildlife shooters—providing 130% more frame coverage than D800/D800E or D810. Acquire and track with unwavering accuracy.

Locked-on subject tracking

Nikon’s exclusive AF engine uses parallel processing with a sequence control microcomputer to realize high AF performance for fast-moving subjects even during high-speed shooting.

Nuance in high resolution

With up to 7 FPS at 45.7 MP, the D850 can capture the decisive frame of a bride walking down the aisle or a fashion model’s fluid pose. For nailing the shot at a high-speed race or of A-listers on the red carpet, try using the optional MB-D18 battery pack and shoot full resolution up to 9 FPS.

Shoot to your heart’s content

Even at 45.7 MP of resolution, the D850 captures up to 51³ consecutive shots in 14-bit RAW (NEF) or up to 170 frames in 12-bit lossless compressed RAW (NEF). Hold down the shutter button and capture shot after stunning shot.

Versatile like you

Performance enhancements inspired by photographer feedback

Streamline your workflow

Seamlessly switch between RAW sizes of Large (45.7 MP), Medium (25.6 MP) and Small (11.4 MP) (12-bit lossless compressed RAW), whichever fits your need or workflow. Save time with RAW batch processing right in the camera.

Connect with your vision

Only an SLR camera offers a true view through the lens, making the camera an extension of your vision. The D850 has Nikon’s highest magnification optical viewfinder ever, 0.75x. See the effects of NIKKOR lenses in real time—bokeh, fisheye, perspective control and more.

Do not disturb

When silence is golden—shooting golf, press conferences, weddings and more—turn on Silent Photography in Live View and capture without sound or mechanical vibration. In Mode 1, shoot for up to 6 FPS continuous at 45.7 MP. In Mode 2, shoot approx. 8.6-megapixel pictures in DX image area at approx. 30 FPS for up to 3 seconds.

Tilt and touch

The tilting touchscreen LCD screen makes it easy to get the shot, even from high or low angles. Use Touch AF, Touch Shutter control and navigate menus, playback and more as if you were using a smartphone. Zoom in during Live View shooting and use the new Pinpoint AF to put focus right where you want it.

4K UHD Movie Quality in Full Frame Glory

Cinematic movie recording

A multimedia powerhouse

Multimedia content creators rejoice. You are now free to record 16:9 4K Ultra HD (3840×2160) in full frame glory using the total width and resolution of the D850’s back-side illuminated (BSI) CMOS sensor. Take advantage of the large sensor size for clean output at high ISO and for shooting with zero crop factor with any full-frame NIKKOR lenses⁴, including wide and ultra-wide angle lenses.

Slow it down

Transform dramatic moments into dazzling fluid slow-motion sequences. Record 4x (shoot at 120p, playback at 30/25p) or 5x (shoot at 120p, playback at 24p) slow-motion at 1080p.

Quickly confirm focus

Confirm your manual focus with Focus Peaking⁵. Select high, medium or low sensitivity and red, yellow, blue or white highlights. Operates in manual focus mode with AF or compatible manual NIKKOR lenses.

Touch to focus

While recording video with Live View just touch where you want to focus. Play

Advanced video features for better movies

Auto ISO handles smooth lighting transitions from ISO 64 to the sensitivity of your choice (all the way up to Hi-2). Enjoy simultaneous external and internal recording, Flat Picture Control, highlight weighted metering, two selectable Zebra Stripes patterns, electronic VR (Full HD), a built-in stereo microphone with 20-step increment and attenuator adjustments and so much more.

Time-lapse in breathtaking resolution

4K and 8K Ultra HD time-lapse with smooth exposure transitions

4K time-lapse in camera

Create entire 4K UHD time-lapse sequences right in the camera—an exclusive to Nikon DSLRs. Use Silent Live View Mode to bypass the mechanical shutter and mirror movement, saving thousands of shutter cycles and improving the D850’s already outstanding battery performance.

8K time-lapse using Interval Timer

Render jaw-dropping 8K time-lapse movies by shooting sequences of up to 9,999 full-size stills, again using Silent Live View Mode. Using the D850’s Interval Timer Mode allows you to capture over 8K-size images with exquisite detail for time-lapse movie⁶ creation. And with no shutter vibration, your sequences will be tack-sharp.

The most well-rounded Nikon yet

Next-generation features to help you perform at your peak

Light it up

When combined with the optional WR-A10/R10 transceiver (requires firmware version 3.0 or later), the D850 can control and wirelessly fire radio controlled SB-5000 Speedlights from another room, around corners or outdoors in bright sunlight.

• View Well-Rounded Sample Photography (View in a lightbox)

Focus stacking made easy

Create images with extraordinary depth of field using Focus Shift Mode. Set focal steps from 1 to 10 for up to 300 automated shots, which get stored in a dedicated folder for easy identification when using 3rd party focus stacking software⁶. High resolution meets high magnification.

Fine tune your NIKKOR lenses

Live View AF Fine Tune lets you quickly and reliably fine-tune the D850’s AF system to your specific NIKKOR lenses, optimizing sharpness and avoiding the lengthy process of trial-and-error tuning.

Negative digitizer

Use the D850’s 45.7 MP back illuminated sensor and Live View for Stills Mode as a negative film scanner with the new optional ES-2 Film Digitizing Adapter Set on a compatible Micro-NIKKOR lens. You can copy slides or negatives one at a time. Digitize the gems from your film days.

• Learn about the Film Digitizing Adapter Set

Get a grip

Add the new MB-D18 Multi Battery Power Pack for improved handling with telephoto prime or telephoto zoom lenses, and increase your shooting speed to 9 FPS⁷ at full resolution. For shooting stills in continuous AF, the MB-D18 increases your total shot count to approx. 5,140* shots on a single EN-EL18b battery or up to 145 minutes of HD video. Water- and dust-resistant to match the D850.

*Based on CIPA Standards. With the EN-EL15a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery in the body and the EN-EL18b/EN-EL18a in the MB-D18.

• Learn about the MB-D18

Fast wireless transfers

When you’ve got a deadline, transfer speed can make all the difference. Transfer images and movie files to a PC or FTP server via wired LAN/wireless LAN using the optional WT-7 Wireless Transmitter. For tethering, Camera Control Pro 2 (optional) gives you remote control of the D850 from a PC for shooting, playback and menu operation during Live View recording.

• Learn about the WT-7A

Control in the dark

Illuminated buttons make control easy during star-trail shoots, wedding receptions, concerts or anywhere the light is fading.

No shortage of memory

The D850 offers two card slots, one XQD and one SD. The XQD card slot easily handles the camera’s incredible high resolution files as well as burst shooting capacity and keeps the buffer cleared. Using both XQD and SD, set the SD slot for back up, overflow or just as extra storage space.

Built for the elements

Built with rugged magnesium alloy and carbon fiber materials, and featuring dust and water-drop resistance you’ll have peace of mind even when shooting in extreme environments.

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Optimal exposure in an instant

The camera’s 180K RGB Advanced Scene Recognition System pulls it all together and ensures each shot—whether using available light or a Speedlight—has optimal exposure, referencing a database of thousands of photos.

Square (1:1) image size

Compose with shading in the viewfinder around the image area and shoot beautiful 30.3-megapixel 1:1 square images right in the camera—great for weddings and portraits. Also select from FX (full-frame), DX, 1:2 and 5:4 aspect ratios.

Define your style

Control the look of your photos and videos with Nikon’s Picture Control System. Spend more time in the field focusing on being creative and less time post-processing. Select Auto Picture Control and let the D850 optimize the look for your specific shot.

Phenomenal battery performance

All day shooting shouldn’t require frequent battery changes. The D850 is extremely energy efficient and can shoot approx. 1,840 shots⁸ at full resolution or approx. 70 minutes of video on a single charge. Even when powering external monitors and working in extreme conditions, the D850 performs brilliantly.

Your images. The world. Connected.

Transfer your images to a compatible smartphone or tablet instantly using Nikon’s SnapBridge app. The app maintains a constant connection with the D850 via Bluetooth Low Energy for seamless transfers, sharing your favorite shots and even controlling the D850 for remote shooting. ¹Up to 7 fps; use the MB-D18 Multi Battery Power Pack with the EN-EL18b Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery and shoot full resolution up to 9 fps.

²Among DSLR and Mirrorless cameras as of August 24, 2017.

³When using a 64GB XQD (Sony QD-G64E) card.

⁴DX NIKKOR also compatible.

⁵Available with Full HD or HD or in Stills Live View Mode.

⁶Requires 3rd party software.

⁷Requires EN-EL18b Rechargeable Li-ion Battery.

⁸Based on CIPA Standards.

^± Wi-Fi Compatibility

This camera’s built-in Wi-Fi^® capability can only be used with a compatible iPhone^®, iPad^®, and/or iPod touch^® or smart devices running on the Android^™ operating system. The Nikon SnapBridge application must be installed on the device before it can be used with this camera.

Using the SnapBridge App
System Requirements
Android 5.0 or later or 6.0.1 or later, 7.0 and later, 8.0
iOS 8.4 or later, iOS 9.1 or later (latest version of iOS 8 or iOS 9 recommended) plus iOS 10.1, iOS 10 (latest versions recommended), iOS 9.3, iOS 10.3, iOS 11
A device with Bluetooth 4.0 or later (i.e., a device that supports Bluetooth Smart Ready/Low Energy) is required.

SnapBridge 2.0 does not require that camera firmware be updated.
Compatible cameras:
D500, D7500, D5600, D3400, D850
COOLPIX A900, A300, B700, B500, W100, W300
KeyMission 80

Compatible devices are those capable of acquiring location information and those that support BLE (iPhone® 5 and later, iPad® 4th Generation and later, iPod touch® 5th Generation and later, iPhone X).

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Features

• 45.7MP FX-Format BSI CMOS Sensor
• EXPEED 5 Image Processor
• 3.2″ 2.36m-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD
• 4K UHD Video Recording at 30 fps
• Multi-CAM 20K 153-Point AF System
• Native ISO: 64-25600, Extended: 32-102400
• 7 fps Shooting for 51 Frames with AE/AF
• 8K Time-Lapse, Negative Digitizer Mode
• 180k-Pixel RGB Sensor, Focus Shift Mode
• SnapBridge Bluetooth and Wi-Fi

Extreme resolution meets extreme speed.

When Nikon introduced the D800 and D800E, it set a new benchmark for DSLR image quality and super high resolution photography that approached medium format. Now, five years later, Nikon proudly introduces the next evolution in high resolution DSLRs, a camera that allows photographers to capture fast action in 45.7 megapixels of brilliant resolution. With remarkable advancements across the board—sensor design, autofocus, dynamic range, sensitivity, Speedlight control, battery life, shutter and mirror drive mechanisms, Silent Photography in Live-View mode, focus shift capability and more—this is quite possibly the most impressive, well-rounded DSLR yet.

Higher Resolution. Faster Speed. Greater Versatility.

Nikon’s first back-side illuminated (BSI) full-frame sensor with no optical low-pass filter

At the heart of the D850 is a Nikon designed sensor like none before it—a back-side illuminated (BSI) FX-format full-frame CMOS image sensor with 45.7 megapixels and no optical low-pass filter. A marvel of ingenuity, it achieves extraordinary image quality, enhanced light gathering efficiency, faster data readout and truer color. And with such a dense array of pixels, there’s virtually no risk of moiré.

• View Sample Photography (View in a lightbox)

Faster, richer, sharper processing

Faster than EXPEED 4, EXPEED 5 quickly processes all 45.7 megapixels of data for lower noise, wider dynamic range, subtle tonal and textural details, high-speed continuous shooting at approx. 9 fps¹ and full-frame 4K UHD movie recording.

Sensitive to every little detail

The lower the ISO, the greater the dynamic range. Like the D810 before it, the D850 has the lowest base ISO of any DSLR or mirrorless camera²—ISO 64 (expandable down to ISO 32).

Full frame as it was meant to be

Nikon has been advancing the full frame format since the days of 35mm film photography with industry defining optics, legendary sharpness and the most impressive lens lineup available.

NIKKOR Lenses: The Gold Standard

Nikon has been setting the standard for full-frame lenses for over 80 years. Gold Ring Series NIKKOR optics are among the finest lenses available, drawing peak performance from high-resolution image sensors with stunning sharpness, edge-to-edge clarity and virtually no distortion or aberrations regardless of subject, environment or lighting conditions. The extreme resolving power of the D850, whether for stills or 4K UHD video, is brought to full power with these superb optics. To get the most from the D850 think Gold Ring. No adapter needed.

• Learn more about the Gold Ring Series of Lenses (View in a new window)
• View all NIKKOR Lenses

Precision at every turn

Flagship autofocus, metering and fast continuous shooting

Autofocus that keeps up

The D850 uses the same field-proven ultra-accurate AF system as the flagship D5. With 153 focus points, 99 cross-type sensors and a dedicated AF processor, the D850 delivers all of its 45.7 MP performance with NIKKOR lenses. Shoot in low light to -4 EV. Capturing the most elusive subjects will feel like second nature with the D850.

• View Sample Photography (View in a lightbox)

Focus in near darkness

Autofocus down to -4 EV lets you capture in low-light situations. Suddenly, fast NIKKOR primes and zooms can handle even lower light than before.

Greater frame coverage

153 focus points with 99 cross-type sensors—15 of which support f/8, a must for many sports and wildlife shooters—providing 130% more frame coverage than D800/D800E or D810. Acquire and track with unwavering accuracy.

Locked-on subject tracking

Nikon’s exclusive AF engine uses parallel processing with a sequence control microcomputer to realize high AF performance for fast-moving subjects even during high-speed shooting.

Nuance in high resolution

With up to 7 FPS at 45.7 MP, the D850 can capture the decisive frame of a bride walking down the aisle or a fashion model’s fluid pose. For nailing the shot at a high-speed race or of A-listers on the red carpet, try using the optional MB-D18 battery pack and shoot full resolution up to 9 FPS.

Shoot to your heart’s content

Even at 45.7 MP of resolution, the D850 captures up to 51³ consecutive shots in 14-bit RAW (NEF) or up to 170 frames in 12-bit lossless compressed RAW (NEF). Hold down the shutter button and capture shot after stunning shot.

Versatile like you

Performance enhancements inspired by photographer feedback

Streamline your workflow

Seamlessly switch between RAW sizes of Large (45.7 MP), Medium (25.6 MP) and Small (11.4 MP) (12-bit lossless compressed RAW), whichever fits your need or workflow. Save time with RAW batch processing right in the camera.

Connect with your vision

Only an SLR camera offers a true view through the lens, making the camera an extension of your vision. The D850 has Nikon’s highest magnification optical viewfinder ever, 0.75x. See the effects of NIKKOR lenses in real time—bokeh, fisheye, perspective control and more.

Do not disturb

When silence is golden—shooting golf, press conferences, weddings and more—turn on Silent Photography in Live View and capture without sound or mechanical vibration. In Mode 1, shoot for up to 6 FPS continuous at 45.7 MP. In Mode 2, shoot approx. 8.6-megapixel pictures in DX image area at approx. 30 FPS for up to 3 seconds.

Tilt and touch

The tilting touchscreen LCD screen makes it easy to get the shot, even from high or low angles. Use Touch AF, Touch Shutter control and navigate menus, playback and more as if you were using a smartphone. Zoom in during Live View shooting and use the new Pinpoint AF to put focus right where you want it.

4K UHD Movie Quality in Full Frame Glory

Cinematic movie recording

A multimedia powerhouse

Multimedia content creators rejoice. You are now free to record 16:9 4K Ultra HD (3840×2160) in full frame glory using the total width and resolution of the D850’s back-side illuminated (BSI) CMOS sensor. Take advantage of the large sensor size for clean output at high ISO and for shooting with zero crop factor with any full-frame NIKKOR lenses⁴, including wide and ultra-wide angle lenses.

Slow it down

Transform dramatic moments into dazzling fluid slow-motion sequences. Record 4x (shoot at 120p, playback at 30/25p) or 5x (shoot at 120p, playback at 24p) slow-motion at 1080p.

Quickly confirm focus

Confirm your manual focus with Focus Peaking⁵. Select high, medium or low sensitivity and red, yellow, blue or white highlights. Operates in manual focus mode with AF or compatible manual NIKKOR lenses.

Touch to focus

While recording video with Live View just touch where you want to focus. Play

Advanced video features for better movies

Auto ISO handles smooth lighting transitions from ISO 64 to the sensitivity of your choice (all the way up to Hi-2). Enjoy simultaneous external and internal recording, Flat Picture Control, highlight weighted metering, two selectable Zebra Stripes patterns, electronic VR (Full HD), a built-in stereo microphone with 20-step increment and attenuator adjustments and so much more.

Time-lapse in breathtaking resolution

4K and 8K Ultra HD time-lapse with smooth exposure transitions

4K time-lapse in camera

Create entire 4K UHD time-lapse sequences right in the camera—an exclusive to Nikon DSLRs. Use Silent Live View Mode to bypass the mechanical shutter and mirror movement, saving thousands of shutter cycles and improving the D850’s already outstanding battery performance.

8K time-lapse using Interval Timer

Render jaw-dropping 8K time-lapse movies by shooting sequences of up to 9,999 full-size stills, again using Silent Live View Mode. Using the D850’s Interval Timer Mode allows you to capture over 8K-size images with exquisite detail for time-lapse movie⁶ creation. And with no shutter vibration, your sequences will be tack-sharp.

The most well-rounded Nikon yet

Next-generation features to help you perform at your peak

Light it up

When combined with the optional WR-A10/R10 transceiver (requires firmware version 3.0 or later), the D850 can control and wirelessly fire radio controlled SB-5000 Speedlights from another room, around corners or outdoors in bright sunlight.

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Focus stacking made easy

Create images with extraordinary depth of field using Focus Shift Mode. Set focal steps from 1 to 10 for up to 300 automated shots, which get stored in a dedicated folder for easy identification when using 3rd party focus stacking software⁶. High resolution meets high magnification.

Fine tune your NIKKOR lenses

Live View AF Fine Tune lets you quickly and reliably fine-tune the D850’s AF system to your specific NIKKOR lenses, optimizing sharpness and avoiding the lengthy process of trial-and-error tuning.

Negative digitizer

Use the D850’s 45.7 MP back illuminated sensor and Live View for Stills Mode as a negative film scanner with the new optional ES-2 Film Digitizing Adapter Set on a compatible Micro-NIKKOR lens. You can copy slides or negatives one at a time. Digitize the gems from your film days.

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Get a grip

Add the new MB-D18 Multi Battery Power Pack for improved handling with telephoto prime or telephoto zoom lenses, and increase your shooting speed to 9 FPS⁷ at full resolution. For shooting stills in continuous AF, the MB-D18 increases your total shot count to approx. 5,140* shots on a single EN-EL18b battery or up to 145 minutes of HD video. Water- and dust-resistant to match the D850.

*Based on CIPA Standards. With the EN-EL15a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery in the body and the EN-EL18b/EN-EL18a in the MB-D18.

• Learn about the MB-D18

Fast wireless transfers

When you’ve got a deadline, transfer speed can make all the difference. Transfer images and movie files to a PC or FTP server via wired LAN/wireless LAN using the optional WT-7 Wireless Transmitter. For tethering, Camera Control Pro 2 (optional) gives you remote control of the D850 from a PC for shooting, playback and menu operation during Live View recording.

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Control in the dark

Illuminated buttons make control easy during star-trail shoots, wedding receptions, concerts or anywhere the light is fading.

No shortage of memory

The D850 offers two card slots, one XQD and one SD. The XQD card slot easily handles the camera’s incredible high resolution files as well as burst shooting capacity and keeps the buffer cleared. Using both XQD and SD, set the SD slot for back up, overflow or just as extra storage space.

Built for the elements

Built with rugged magnesium alloy and carbon fiber materials, and featuring dust and water-drop resistance you’ll have peace of mind even when shooting in extreme environments.

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Optimal exposure in an instant

The camera’s 180K RGB Advanced Scene Recognition System pulls it all together and ensures each shot—whether using available light or a Speedlight—has optimal exposure, referencing a database of thousands of photos.

Square (1:1) image size

Compose with shading in the viewfinder around the image area and shoot beautiful 30.3-megapixel 1:1 square images right in the camera—great for weddings and portraits. Also select from FX (full-frame), DX, 1:2 and 5:4 aspect ratios.

Define your style

Control the look of your photos and videos with Nikon’s Picture Control System. Spend more time in the field focusing on being creative and less time post-processing. Select Auto Picture Control and let the D850 optimize the look for your specific shot.

Phenomenal battery performance

All day shooting shouldn’t require frequent battery changes. The D850 is extremely energy efficient and can shoot approx. 1,840 shots⁸ at full resolution or approx. 70 minutes of video on a single charge. Even when powering external monitors and working in extreme conditions, the D850 performs brilliantly.

Your images. The world. Connected.

Transfer your images to a compatible smartphone or tablet instantly using Nikon’s SnapBridge app. The app maintains a constant connection with the D850 via Bluetooth Low Energy for seamless transfers, sharing your favorite shots and even controlling the D850 for remote shooting. ¹Up to 7 fps; use the MB-D18 Multi Battery Power Pack with the EN-EL18b Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery and shoot full resolution up to 9 fps.

²Among DSLR and Mirrorless cameras as of August 24, 2017.

³When using a 64GB XQD (Sony QD-G64E) card.

⁴DX NIKKOR also compatible.

⁵Available with Full HD or HD or in Stills Live View Mode.

⁶Requires 3rd party software.

⁷Requires EN-EL18b Rechargeable Li-ion Battery.

⁸Based on CIPA Standards.

^± Wi-Fi Compatibility

This camera’s built-in Wi-Fi^® capability can only be used with a compatible iPhone^®, iPad^®, and/or iPod touch^® or smart devices running on the Android^™ operating system. The Nikon SnapBridge application must be installed on the device before it can be used with this camera.

Using the SnapBridge App
System Requirements
Android 5.0 or later or 6.0.1 or later, 7.0 and later, 8.0
iOS 8.4 or later, iOS 9.1 or later (latest version of iOS 8 or iOS 9 recommended) plus iOS 10.1, iOS 10 (latest versions recommended), iOS 9.3, iOS 10.3, iOS 11
A device with Bluetooth 4.0 or later (i.e., a device that supports Bluetooth Smart Ready/Low Energy) is required.

SnapBridge 2.0 does not require that camera firmware be updated.
Compatible cameras:
D500, D7500, D5600, D3400, D850
COOLPIX A900, A300, B700, B500, W100, W300
KeyMission 80

Compatible devices are those capable of acquiring location information and those that support BLE (iPhone® 5 and later, iPad® 4th Generation and later, iPod touch® 5th Generation and later, iPhone X).

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