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# Full HD 1080p video w/ uncompressed HDMI 51-point AF system (15 cross-type) 36.3MP FX CMOS sensor Nikon D800E 36.3 MP CMOS FX-Format Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) (OLD MODEL)

**Brand:** nikon
**Price:** £2239.20
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

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## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Nikon D800E 36.3 MP CMOS FX-Format Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) (OLD MODEL) by nikon
- **How much does it cost?** £2239.20 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- nikon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted nikon brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **RAW Shooter’s Dream:** No optical low pass filter means maximum sharpness and detail—perfect for pros who control every aspect of their workflow.
- • **Cinematic Video Powerhouse:** Shoot broadcast-quality 1080p HD video with manual controls and uncompressed HDMI output for professional-grade footage.
- • **Ergonomic Pro-Grade Design:** Weather-sealed magnesium alloy body with a 3.2-inch 921k-dot LCD and dual-axis level for flawless framing on the go.
- • **Pinpoint Precision Autofocus:** 51-point AF system with 15 cross-type sensors ensures lightning-fast, ultra-accurate focus even in challenging light.
- • **Unmatched Resolution Mastery:** 36.3MP full-frame sensor delivers razor-sharp, gallery-worthy images that make every pixel count.

## Overview

The Nikon D800E is a professional full-frame DSLR designed for photographers who demand ultimate image sharpness and detail. Featuring a 36.3MP CMOS sensor without an optical low pass filter, it delivers unparalleled resolution ideal for studio, commercial, and still life photography. Its advanced 51-point autofocus system, robust weather-sealed body, and full HD 1080p video capabilities with uncompressed HDMI output make it a versatile powerhouse for both stills and video professionals. Perfect for those who want to push creative boundaries and stand out with every shot.

## Description

Product Description               The D800E is a specialized product designed with one thing in mind, pure definition. The D800E incorporates an optical low pass filter (OLPF) without anti-aliasing properties to facilitate the sharpest images possible and is a great option for RAW shooters who are in a position to control light, distance and their subject to the degree where they can mitigate the risk of moiré and any false color.1-Year Limited Warranty.                  From the Manufacturer                The Nikon D800EThe Ultimate Attention to DetailThe D800E is a specialized camera that differs from the D800 in just one way yet requires some extra care to get optimal results. Use the information below to determine if the D800 or D800E is right for you.  D800 and D800EWhich is right for you?Every Nikon DSLR camera uses an optical low pass filter (OLPF) in front of its sensor to slightly blur the image at a pixel level in order to reduce the occurrence of false colors and moiré that can appear when shooting repetitive and/or fine patterns. For the vast majority of photographers, the D800 provides an ideal balance between sharpness and effectively prevented moiré and false color, ideal for shooting using all file formats. D800E is a specialized camera that removes the "effect" of the OLPF, which results in a slight gain in sharpness and resolution and is recommended for studio and still life professionals but carries an increased possibility that moiré and false color will appear.  D800 D800E Strikes an ideal balance between sharpness and preventing the occurrence of false color and moiré for consistent performance Slight increase in sharpness and resolution with increased occurrence of false color and moiré Ideal for: All shooting situationsPhotographers shooting RAW (NEF), JPG or TIFF imagesPhotographers who do not want to adjust their workflow (via software) to mitigate the occurrence of moiré and false color Ideal for: Studio, commercial and still life photographers who can control their shooting conditions, lens selection and aperture choice, as well as use of software (Capture NX2) to reduce the occurrence of false color and moiréMedium format photographers whose current digital system does not utilize an optical low pass filterShooting RAW (NEF)   What else is different?Other than the very slight image quality differences described above, the D800 and D800E perform exactly the same. Focus speed, exposure metering, shooting speed, movie recording, accessory compatibility, control location and function, and all other aspects are identical.   Reveal every nuance, every detailThe 36.3 megapixel FX-format advantageWedding, commercial or landscape, the D800E is the ultimate 36.3 MP FX-format camera for creative genius. Witness tonal range and precision rendered to supreme clarity, depth and texture. Make poster sized prints without sacrificing detail. Explore creative opportunities with ISO 100 to 6,400 (expanded up to 25,600)—shoot from dawn to dusk. Experience Nikon's new Advanced Scene Recognition System featuring a 91,000-pixel RGB light meter capable of rendering unprecedented levels of accuracy to AF, AE, i-TTL flash control, face recognition and auto white balance. Nikon's new EXPEED 3 image processing reduces color phase shifts seen with lesser systems, producing more faithful colors and tones while managing massive amounts of data at breakthrough speed. With the D800E in your hands, achieve what was once unreachable.Broadcast quality videoA full cinematic experienceFilmmakers, multimedia professionals and event photographers—record Full HD 1080p at 30/25/24p or 720p at 60/50p in AVC-HD format. Produce to your exacting vision when working in manual mode, controlling aperture, ISO, AF and shutter speed. Record uncompressed files via HDMI to an external recording device via HDMI. Widen production perspective using either Nikon FX or DX lens formats at Full HD 1080p and 16:9 aspect ratio. Attach headphones and check audio levels or monitor input via peak audio meters as displayed on the camera's LCD monitor. Microphone sensitivity can be adjusted in up to 20 steps. Remotely start and stop video. Simultaneously Live View footage on the camera's LCD monitor and external monitor during recording are possible.Render every megapixel with precisionFast, precise 51-point wide area coveragePrecise AF detection is critical to sharply render every pixel of the D800E's massive resolution count. An improved 51- point AF system with 15 Cross Type AF sensors, versatile AF area modes and superb AF detection in even the dimmest lighting deliver immediate, pinpoint focus. Fast shot-to-shot time, full resolution frame rate up to 4 fps, 6 fps in DX crop mode using MB-D12 Multi-Power Battery Pack and ultra fast CF and SD card write times. For more productive workflow, high-speed data transfer using USB 3.0 is realized. For demanding professionals, the D800E responds immediately and precisely.   Versatile shooting, fluid operationStreamlined ergonomic design puts critical tasks a touch awayIntuitive design makes D800E operation a thing of beauty. A streamlined ergonomic body allows critical photography and video tasks, including Movie Record, Live View, White Balance and Picture Control to be performed at the touch of a button. Confirm image capture and view menu options, histograms, video settings and more using the D800E's super sharp 3.2-inch 921,000-dot LCD screen with 100% coverage. Anti-glare coating and auto brightness control ease of viewing, no matter the environment. Enlarge images up to 46x for on-the-spot focus confirmation. Magnesium alloy construction and environmental sealing make the D800E as comfortable in the field as in the studio.   EXPEED 3 image processingNikon's EXPEED 3 technology extends and assures breathtakingly rich image fidelity and reduces noise, even at high ISO's. EXPEED 3 is so powerful that it handles data-intensive tasks such as Full-HD video recording at 30p with ease.Rich image previewingThe D800E's 3.2-inch super-sharp 921,000-dot LCD monitor automatically adjusts LCD brightness and visibility according to your environment for bright, crisp image playback, menu adjustment and Live View shooting. Enlarge images up to 46x to make on the spot focus confirmation—crucial for high resolution shooting.   Expand dynamic range with built-in HDRCreate a single image revealing an extremely wide dynamic range, but with less noise and rich color gradation than ever before. Combine two exposures at up to 3EV.Dedicated picture control buttonThe convenient Picture control button provides six preset options: Vivid, Monochrome, Neutral, Standard, Landscape and Portrait for stills and video while 9 customizable settings provide advanced, personalized color control.

## Features

- 36.3MP full-frame CMOS sensor
- 51-point AF system (15 cross-type)
- ISO 100-6400 expandable to 25,600
- 3.2 inch LCD with 921,000 dots
- 1080p HD video recording
- 4 frames per second continuous shooting
- 100% viewfinder
- 91,000 pixel metering system
- Built-in flash with wireless control
- Dual-axis level (viewfinder and live view)
- Uncompressed video output via HDMI
- Weather-sealed and shock-proof

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Metering Methods | Multi, Center-weighted, Average, Spot |
| Exposure Control | Aperture priority (A), Automatic, Manual, Shutter-priority (S) |
| White Balance Settings | Auto |
| Self Timer | 10 Seconds |
| Screen Size | 3.2 Inches |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Display Fixture Type | Fixed |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 921,000 |
| Has Color Screen | Yes |
| Flash Memory Type | Compact Flash (Type I), SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant |
| Memory Slots Available | 1 CompactFlash© (CF) card and 1 Secure Digital (SD) card |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 4 GB |
| Write Speed | 4 fps |
| Compatible Mountings | Nikon F (FX) |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Image stabilization | Digital, Dynamic, Optical |
| Maximum Aperture | 3.5 Millimeters |
| Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
| Photo Sensor Resolution | 36.3 MP |
| Photo Sensor Size | Full Frame (35mm) |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 Seconds |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
| Form Factor | Mid-size SLR |
| Special Feature | No Optical Low Pass Filter |
| Color | Black |
| Item Weight | 2.2 Pounds |
| Video Resolution | FHD 1080p |
| Viewfinder | Optical |
| Flash Modes | Auto i-TTL, Flash |
| Camera Flash | Built-In |
| Skill Level | Professional |
| Specific Uses For Product | Photography |
| Compatible Devices | Nikon cameras with F (FX) mounting bayonet |
| Continuous Shooting | 4 fps |
| Aperture modes | Aperture priority (A) |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.70x |
| Audio Input | Microphone |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/250_sec |
| Video Capture Format | mpeg-4;h.264 |
| Expanded ISO Maximum | 6400 |
| Battery Weight | 3 Ounces |
| Delay between shots | 0.25 seconds |
| Battery Cell Type | Lithium Ion |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
| File Format | NEF (RAW): 12 or 14 bit, lossless compressed, compressed or uncompressed, TIFF (RGB), JPEG |
| Effective Still Resolution | 36.3 MP |
| JPEG Quality Level | Basic, Fine, Normal |
| Supported Image Format | JPEG, TIFF, NEF (RAW) |
| Maximum Image Size | 7.36E+3 Pixels |
| Bit Depth | 14 Bit |
| Total Still Resolution | 36 MP |
| Maximum Focal Length | 160 Millimeters |
| Optical Zoom | 1 x |
| Lens Type | not included |
| Zoom | Optical Zoom |
| Minimum Focal Length | 15 Millimeters |
| Real Angle Of View | 16.26 Degrees |
| Focal Length Description | 160 millimeters |
| Digital Zoom | 2.5 x |
| Connectivity Technology | HDMI, USB |
| Wireless Technology | Yes |
| Video Output | HDMI |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 2 |
| Total USB 3.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 2 |
| Total Video Out Ports | 1 |
| Shooting Modes | High dynamic rang, Landscape, Portrait |
| Digital-Still | Yes |
| Movie Mode | Yes |
| Image Capture Type | Stills & Video |
| Night vision | No |
| Auto Focus Technology | Continuous, Face Detection, Live View, Multi-area, Phase Detection, Selective single-point, Single, Tracking |
| Focus Features | Multi-CAM3500 FX Phase detection with 3D tracking |
| Autofocus Points | 51 |
| Focus Type | Automatic with Manual |
| Focus Mode | Continuous-Servo AF (AF-C) |
| Autofocus | Yes |

## Product Details

- **Compatible Mountings:** Nikon F (FX)
- **Aspect Ratio:** 3:2
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CMOS
- **Supported File Format:** NEF (RAW): 12 or 14 bit, lossless compressed, compressed or uncompressed, TIFF (RGB), JPEG
- **Image Stabilization:** Digital, Dynamic, Optical
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 160 Millimeters
- **Optical Zoom:** 1 x
- **Maximum Aperture:** 3.5 Millimeters
- **Expanded ISO Minimum:** 100
- **Metering Description:** Multi, Center-weighted, Average, Spot

## Images

![Nikon D800E 36.3 MP CMOS FX-Format Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) (OLD MODEL) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71EI2jl4txL.jpg)
![Nikon D800E 36.3 MP CMOS FX-Format Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) (OLD MODEL) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/811HSgmuejL.jpg)
![Nikon D800E 36.3 MP CMOS FX-Format Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) (OLD MODEL) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71vAe0HocPL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: this vs compact camera**
A: D800E was designed for professionals and enthusiasts in mind. So the D800E is not on the same class as compact camera. If you just need  a camera for taking pictures at the picnics or flipping burgers in your backyard, a compact camera would do just fine.

**Q: Does this have a Built-in Wi-Fi?**
A: No built in wifi.

**Q: can the this camera work  hss 1/8000 off camera flash ?**
A: Do not use flash myself.

**Q: How large of an image can be produced from this body, in inches?**
A: The D800 /E will give you an image 7360 pixels wide.  A 240 DPI print (native size) will be about 31" wide.  How sharp these will look and how much you can enlarge beyond its native size will, of course, be determined by the glass you are using. A poor quality old, off-brand quantaray lens will still give you a poor image, no matter how great the camera you are attaching it to.  But I have actually gotten some fantastic poster quality images from the 13mm Rokinon f2.8 lens with the D800, and, of course, with Nikon lenses.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Personal Photography Renaissance
*by C***S on August 11, 2013*

I cannot say enough about the merits of this machine! In the late 80's and 90's I owned several Nikon bodies and kit-level lenses. My film photos at the time were decent and frankly maybe about 1 in 3 photos I considered good, and perhaps 1 in a couple hundred (landscape pics) was truly exceptional. What I am getting to here is that with that type of success rate, my interest in photography was bound to decline; and it did. So aside from taking pics of family on special occasions and some vacation shots, my gear stayed on the shelf.Since I have always had an attraction to Nikon cameras and wanted to try the FX format, I sold an old Rolex watch that had been sitting in a drawer for over 15 years and used the proceeds to buy an 800E and a 24-70 2.8 lens as I wanted glass commensurate to accompany this much acclaimed camera.I simply don't have the ability to tell you just how much I love this camera and lens combination! From the moment I picked it up (heavy) and took the first few shots, I knew I had latched onto something special. The camera is solid, precise, and just exudes craftsmanship, intelligence and professional capability. I suppose it imparts the feeling that with the right lens and some basic knowledge about light and composition, you can do anything!That sense of capability and pride in just holding the damn thing was the reason I titled this review as I did. The sensor capability and dynamic range of this camera puts to shame anything I ever took on film years ago, and it has opened my eyes again to seeing pictures in most everything I do, and once again to enjoy the magic of capturing slivers of time and vision. This past Christmas and just after getting the camera/lens combo, my wife asked me to do some obligatory photos of family and friends around the tree. In the past I have used either an Olympus point and shoot or my D90. Anyway, I broke out the D800E and the 24-70 and did my best to please her. (I am not one who usually enjoys taking photos of a bunch of staged smiles--you know what I mean.) I framed up a shot of our daughter and 4 friends near the tree and bounced flash from an SB-700. The playback photo looked good in terms of person capture and lighting, so I didn't think more about it. Later, upon looking at the pic in LR4, and even when I took the shot to a silly degree of magnification, my daughter's face among that head-to-toe group shot of 5 persons, was still useable and printable at 8.5" X 11". Just crazy, crazy sharp; so sharp that I framed that head shot and have received repeated compliments of its technical quality and much praise from my very picky wife. Little do people know that that pic was only about 5% of the original frame!!So if you have ever held a love for finely crafted and capable technology, buy this camera. Yes it eats up a battery charge faster than expected, so be sure to get at least a second battery. For sure it will re-ignite your artistic vision and you'll find yourself watching a little less TV and more time daydreaming about what you can do rather than what you have already done. The only downside for me is that I rarely pick up my D90--a shame.Thank You Nikon for such a great camera and this new inner smile.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product
*by R***L on June 11, 2025*

As advertised

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great camera
*by I***. on July 28, 2012*

I'm an advanced amateur photog. Had a D7000 for a bit over a year before getting my pre-ordered D800e. As you can guess I waited over 4 month to receive my pre-order. I take comfort in the fact that I placed my pre-order during Amazon's 5% off lightning deal.There are a lot of reviews claiming that D800/D800e are not for beginners/amateurs but I don't see how a D7000 is good for beginners and a D800e isn't while they have almost identical pixel size and require exactly the same shooting technique in order to achieve best results. What will those reviewers say about the 24mp crop sensor in the D3200? Does one have to be a seasoned professional to shoot with such tiny pixels? I guess not because D3200 is an entry level model.I have been shooting strictly with primes since I got into photography, this helps take advantage of the high resolution/pixel-density sensors such as the ones in D800e and D7000. Even though the pixel size is almost the same as D7000 I find the images from D800e overall to be sharper than the ones from D7000 when viewed @ pixel level, probably due to the lack/cancellation of the AA filter.I do not have any problems with the left-most focus point.So far I have seen only one shot with moire among the hundreds of shots I took with the D800e. It appeared on a synthetic fabric with a rather coarse pattern, on the other had I have well over a hundred captures with all kinds of fabrics in them and no moire.I also think this might be one of the last full-frame pro bodies to employ an SLR mechanism. Because at such high resolution when combined with low shutter speeds of slower than 1/100, the mirror-slap does affect image sharpness. There are ways to avoid mirror-slap like using live-view mode, using MUP mode or shooting faster than 1/100 while using the viewfinder, etc. This makes me believe that companies are going to stop utilizing the SLR mechanism in full-frame bodies pretty soon (Sony already did) especially when EVF's and live-view displays are getting better every year, there's also SLT which solves this issue. In the D7000 mirror-slap was less significant because the mirror is smaller in a crop body.Had to upgrade to LR4 in order to process the RAW (NEF) files, which are pretty big. Raided SSD drives sure help when processing such large amounts of data.The AF is fast and accurate. Dynamic range is awesome as the dxomark's score indicates. The grip is the best I have had the pleasure of holding on a digital Nikon body which obviously is a personal preference. ISO performance is excellent at ISO 50-400, very good up to 3200 with 6400 still usable IMHO. Overall I am very happy with this camera.

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