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The new D700 digital SLR camera featuring a 12.1-effective megapixel Nikon FX-format sensor that measures 23.9 x 36mm, which is nearly identical to the size of 35mm film. Benefiting from Nikons legacy of imaging technology innovation, the D700 offers both advanced and professional photographers stunning image quality, accurate color reproduction and revolutionary low light performance.Building on the immense success of the Nikon D3 professional D-SLR camera, the D700 offers pro-level performance and an extensive array of features and innovations in a comfortably nimble platform. In addition to the Nikon-original FX-format CMOS sensor, the D700 incorporates Nikon’s EXPEED Image Processing System, Nikons renowned 51-point auto focus system with 3D Focus Tracking and two Live View shooting modes that allow photographers to frame a shot using the camera’s three-inch high-resolution LCD monitor. The D700 also features Nikons sophisticated Scene Recognition System and a new active dust reduction system.Nikons flagship FX and DX-format cameras, the D3 and D300 respectively, established new benchmarks for digital image quality, speed, and unmatched ISO performance. The D700 maintains this new measure with exceptional overall image quality, broad tonal range and depth, and extremely low noise throughout its native ISO range of 200 to 6400……..
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Technical Details
- 12.1-megapixel FX-format (23.9 x 36mm) CMOS sensor; body only
- 3.0-inch, 920,000-dot VGA color monitor; 170-degree wide-angle viewing and tempered-glass protection
- Fast, accurate 51-point AF system; 3D Focus Tracking and two Live View shooting modes
- Base ISO range from 200-6400 can be expanded to range from ISO 100 (Lo-1) to 25,600 (Hi-2); 0.12-second start-up speed
- Capture images to CF I/II cards; compliant high-speed UDMA CF cards that will enable recording speeds up to 35 megabytes/second
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2010-02-19
By Scott E. Russell (Jacksonville, FL USA)
I’d first like to say that I’m not an elaborate product reviewer. This is not all about technical specs and all that. I wanted to review the Nikon D700 because I feel it’s worth it.
My experience with Nikon has been the D70 and D90, both of which are fine camera’s. I still have the D90 and wanted to make the move to FX and a “pro” body as my primary camera. I was on the fence as to whether I really needed the FX sensor so my basic decision was between the D700 and the D300s. I’ve read many reviews on both the D700 and earlier model D300 and know both are great camera’s to own and use. My concern was if the additional cost of the D700 and it’s specific features were enough to make the choice between it and the D300s.
To make a quick statement. If you’re considering getting the D90, stop and take a look at the D300s. The build and control layout is almost identical between the D700 and D300s for me to now know that the D300s is well worth the extra over the D90. Just keep it in mind if you happen to be reading this review and are considering either the D90 or D300s.
I’m impressed at how the D700 feels in your hand. Coming from a D70 to the D90 in a way, in the feel department was a step back. The D70 had a more solid feel than the D90. Now going from the D90 to the D700, WOW!! What a huge difference. The weight, solid feel, control feel, all are top notch on the D700 (and assuming the D300s as well). Take for instance the control wheels. On the D90 they are made of hard plastic. On the D700, they may still be hard plastic but they have a rubber coating/feel to them which feels more solid.
Pair the D700 with the MB-D10 and you have a winning combo!. You can take a look at the “after market” battery grips but I’m telling you, the official Nikon MB-D10 is solid. I have the MB-D80 on the D90 and it’s all plastic. The MB-D10 is a core of metal, and you can feel the difference. I know the MB-D10 is more expensive but this is a prime example of “you get what you pay for…”.
So in conclusion, if you want a solid camera body, consider either the D700 or the D300s. If you’re on the fence between the D90 and the D300s, go for the D300s. It’s worth the extra cash. If you can’t decide between the D700 and the D300s, then consider the need for the FX sensor with it’s low light capabilities. I know the D700 is a wonderful camera as I’m sure the D300s is as well.
2010-02-15
By M. Denis Hill (Whidbey Island, Washington USA)
The FX difference in low noise, combined with true wide-angle capability, make the D700 a winner.
My Nikon history includes F, F2, F3, F5, Fuji S2, D200, D300, and now D700. Compared to the D300, this one feels heavier and the maximum FPS is certainly slower. But mated to the 14-24mm f2.8 lens (watch out for flare) it is a dream with great image quality with low noise up to at least ISO 3200. I’ve been using the combination to good advantage shooting real estate.
A feature I missed in earlier Nikon DSLRs that has returned to the D700 is the eyepiece shutter. The connector covers have also been improved. The dedicated INFO button is quite handy and the new way of opening the CF compartment is no problem.
Because I sometimes shoot hand-held bracket sets for HDR, I contemplated adding the vertical grip for added FPS capability. But after I hefted the body alone, I remembered why I don’t miss my old F5.
Overall it’s a great camera and worth owning even if it has been out for a while.
2010-01-24
By Doctor.Generosity (Western Massachusetts)
My personal career in Nikon photography began in 1965 with a Nikon F and five lenses I managed to import from Hong Kong. Today the Nikon D700 is the state of the art in digital cameras. I compared photos from the D700 at ISO 1600 with the same shot from my DX D60 (jpegs only) - and looking at fine detail, the image is much smoother and the noise much less. Amazing range of capabilities. Very good usability and a nice understandable manual. Allows photography up to ISO 6400 - Wow - how far photography has come since the film era.
Speaking of the magic of digital photography, one of the emerging trends is for fixing lens limitations in software. For example, Photoshop CS4 can now undo barrel distortion. Along similar lines, the D700 has a new tool called Vignette Control which compensates for lenses (typically wide angle lenses at full aperture) whose brightness falls off in the corners. Hey, does this mean that the vignetting of DX lenses can be improved, making them more useful on the D700?
I experimented a bit with this. Although the D700 manual says Vignette Control is not effective with DX lenses, this means when DX lenses are used in the default DX Crop mode, which uses only the central portion. If DX Crop is turned off so the DX lens is used over the full FX field, Vignette Control does improve the results in some cases. It’s inconsistent and dependent on the other settings, in particular Active D-Lighting, so be sure to try it first. With or without Vignette Control, certain DX lenses such as my 10-24mm zoom actually work reasonably well on the D700, not over the full zoom range but approximately 18-24mm, with acceptable vignetting. This means I don’t have to go out and buy new superwide lenses for FX.
A couple of minor complaints. The only remote wireless shutter release which works with this camera is an expensive radio setup which plugs into the electrical connector and then has a transmitter and receiver, way too complicated and overkill for occasional use. I wish they had enabled the D700 to respond to the $15 ML-L3 infrared remote which is used in their consumer DSLR’s such as D60. A cheap and handy way to set off the shutter remotely is important for nature photos and portraits.
Second, the multi-selector control on the back is annoyingly vague, does not give a sufficiently positive switching action. I find myself constantly having to press twice.
Overall, a remarkable instrument. Photos which were impossible before, are now possible. Thank you Nikon! The only discouraging part is that it will no doubt be obsolete in another two years ..
2010-01-09
By Hard Core Sledder (Thumb of MI, USA)
I was trying to decide between purchasing the D700 and the Canon 5D MkII. I liked the prospect of the significantly lower prices of the Canon lenses and slightly higher MP count of the 5D. But those differences don’t necessarily lead to better pics. Well, I went with the Nikon and am simply amazed. I purchased the Nikon 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED IF Autofocus VR Nikkor Zoom Lens, the Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Nikkor Wide Angle Zoom Lens, the Nikon 50mm f/1.4G SIC SW Prime Nikkor Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras, the Nikon 105mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor Lens, the Nikon SB-900 AF Speedlight Flash for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras, and a pair of Lexar Professional Series UDMA 16 GB 300x CompactFlash Memory Card CF16GB-300-381 to go along with a couple of lenses I already had from a previous Nikon N8008. I used this camera on my family’s Disney vacation during the week of Christmas to Jan 3. Photographing Disney at night was simply stunning with the D700. This is not to mention the incredible daylight photos it produces. The menus are very easy to navigate and setup your custom settings for different subject and lighting conditions. I was very tired of the poor results from the point-and-shoot cameras so I decided to take the plunge into real photography again. I’ve found a new hobby! One item that never ceases to amaze me is the auto focus ability of the D700. It just ALWAYS gets the subject in focus. I can’t explain it any different than that. Even during low light conditions (night time) it’s spot on. I had a great time taking night shots at Epcot. The results were awesome. The camera is a little heavy for a walkabout camera, but the results more than make up for the slight inconvenience it is.
2010-01-06
By JCM (Berkeley, CA United States)
Over the last 50 plus years I have owned and used a box Brownie, a Kodak 120 folding camera, a Graflex, three Leicas (2 of which were IIIgs), a Canon AE-1, a Nikon N70, a Nikon N80, a Nikon D100, and a Nikon D200. This is the first camera I have really liked since the Leica IIIg. I have been using it with the 24-70mm f2.8 lens and the picture quality is excellent.
Other reviews will give you more details and comparisons. I will simply say that this is the first camera since the Leica IIg that puts all the controls that I actually use at my fingertips. Combining that with the bright, clear, viewfinder I feel comfortable with the camera and can concentrate on composing the photograph.
The only shortcoming that I have noticed is that occasionally photos seem overexposed by half a stop. That is a subjective impression and since I always do a lot of post processing it does not matter much. I have not conducted exhaustive tests but the tendency to overexpose seems to disappear if I shift from matrix metering to center weighted metering.
I doubt that I will ever upgrade this body. Instead I will invest in lenses.
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