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D700
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Couldn't ask for more!
AMAZING ISO capabilities, rugged body, intuitive control options and reliability unmatched make this my camera of choice. Whether it be natural light or off-camera flash, this camera handles it all and makes my job that much easier. I would and DO recommend this camera to anyone who is serious about photography!
July 22, 2010
Great Camera
This camera is fantastic. I shoot mainly live concerts in low-light conditions and this camera allows me to shoot at high ISO with low noise while maintaining super fast shutter speeds to freeze the action.
July 22, 2010
Excellent product
I have a very good experience with it, it´s a really tough product. It´s a great camera. Very professional sensor. I think that is the best camera i have. So, i still think that Nikon is the best brand in 35 mm cameras.
July 22, 2010
Fantastic body
i really love my D700
the body is well made!
the design, durability everything is perfect
July 22, 2010
Good stuff
This camera is very nice. Not sure if I will ever need anything higher than this, it's perfect for what I do.
July 22, 2010
WOW!
WOW! I have been an avid amateur photographer, a Nikonian my whole adult life (50+ yrs) and I am reduced to just one word to describe this camera. When I held my very first camera, a Kodak Browne Holiday, I never imagined I would ever hold a camera like this. I haven't found anything I don't like about it and can't think of one thing I'd add. It's an amateur's dream. WOW! (Wonder Of Wonders).
July 21, 2010
single reflex effex
The strongest point that this camera makes is the ISO flexibility. This means it can autofocus and shoot well in dim light without having to worry about noise and shutter speed.
The grip is very tight and the body is equally durable. I like quality you can depend on inside and out, and the D700 gets it done and then some.
July 19, 2010
Great Camera
I am not going to write a long review I don't need to. The camera speaks for itself. I waited for the full frame Nikon I bought it and had no idea just how good it would be.
If Nikon ever upgrades this I have no idea how it will make me better. Yet I will say since 1955 when I started shooting this is the camera that helped me be a better photographer. So many pros talk about the camera as a tool...it is. However, this tool is a help to make you a better photographer.
July 13, 2010
Never let's me down!
I've been shooting Nikon for over 13 years, starting with the FM2n and up from there. My first pro camera was a D2Hs, I still have it and use it. I am a wedding photographer and you don't get second chances. I love the D700, it's fast shooting and always works, that is very important. There are a few things that I think Nikon could have done a bit better on, such as the card door. Sometimes when I pull my hand out of my hand grip (I don't use neck straps) the card door opens. To fix this I just put some gaffer tape over it and there you go. I wish it had the same door as the full size cameras with the two step procedure or even like the d200. The left side rubber flap that covers the ports is aggravating as well, I tend to always open it by accident. Solution, gaffer tape. I hardly use the ports so it's no biggie. Some of my friend joke and say I have a broken camera when they see all the tape on it. This does not bother me at all, it works and thats most important. No big problems with the D700. I recommend this camera too anyone wanting to "move up in the Nikon world". This camera rocks.
July 13, 2010
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D700
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Is anyone shooting D700 in CLS, built-in flash on commander mode fireing OCF sB800/900? I've been told it'll shoot faster than 1/320.
1 year, 2 months ago
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LBush
USA
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I have a D700 with an SB-800. You can sync the SB-800 at 1/8000 shutter speed. Here are the steps:In Menu >> Custom Settings Menu >> E - Bracketing/Flash >> Flash Sync Speed:
Set 'Internal flash sync speed' to '1/320s (Auto FP)'
In Menu >> Custom Settings Menu >> E - Bracketing/Flash >> Flash cntrl for built-in flash:
Set to 'Commander Mode' with settings:
Built in flash and Group B - Off ( mode: -- comp: --)
Group A :
Set 'Mode' to 'M' and 'Comp' to 1/1 (for full power flash.) You can also use the other modes: Automatic or iTTL - but, you will have to update the setting on the SB-800.
Click OK - not the 'back / left' button - it doesn't save!
On the SB-800:
Turn it on
Hold down 'MODE' and 'ON/OFF' to reset to default settings
Hold down 'SEL' button
Go to top right square
Set to 'REMOTE'
Hold down 'SEL'
On D700:
Pop-up the internal flash
Make sure the red panel on the SB-800 is within sight of the D700 internal flash
Crank up the aperture and shoot up to 1/8000 shutter speed!
Have fun!
Aug 6, 2011 by
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Dave
Boulder, CO
Location :
Boulder, CO
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Professional photographer
Answer:
If you shoot with radio controllers like the Radio poppers and pocket wizards can you shoot at higher sync speeds. Check the radio controller's website for which models do allow high speed sync. You do lose some power in your flash and have to move them in closer to the subject. You can make the sun a fill light and your flash the sun with radio controllers, such as the PX line of Radio Poppers.Cannot afford radio controllers I got a fix for that.
You can turn you camera body upside down to shoot at a higher sync speed. What happens is the shutter will cut off the bottom of the frame due to the sync. Many wedding photographers learned this trick during the film days. Just keep your subject in the bottom half of the frame ( everything being upside down and backwards on a slr body bottom is the cameras top). It's then a simple matter of rotating the frame in post production and no one is the wiser. You might gain a stop over the max sync speed for your model camera.
Jul 22, 2011 by
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Anonymous
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Professional photographer
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I am pretty sure that this camera only has a sync speed up to 1/250thMay 25, 2011 by
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BrrDawg
American Fork, UT
Location :
American Fork, UT
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Professional photographer
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Yes, it'll shoot highr than 320 but it will dramatically cut the distance covered by the flash.May 23, 2011 by
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Anonymous
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Yes, you can go up to 1/4000th.Regards.
11 months ago
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ugo
nigeria
Location :
nigeria
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Just getting started with photography
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I have the 80-200 f2.8 two ring and it works beautifully. Hand held right it can give some amazingly good images. On the tripod even better, but I rarely use it on the tripod.Feb 1, 2012 by
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Anonymous
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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Yes you can as long as it is not designated with DX (crop sensor only). One of the reasons why I have been a Nikon owner since the early 1990s is that compatibility is not an issue with lenses I bought back when I had my Nikon N90 film camera. I still use my N90. I have even tried my old AIS prime lens with my D700 and it works perfectly.Jan 27, 2012 by
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AlbertW
SF Bay Area
Location :
SF Bay Area
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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It should work well if it is an auto focus lens. A big advantage of the D700 is its ability to use the older FX lenses. I own and have purchased some great Nikon lenses on Ebay from former users of Nikon film cameras. The digital age is here and users are unloading older film camera lens that work amazingly well on the D700 or other FX capable Nikons.Aug 2, 2011 by
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Al K
Easton PA
Location :
Easton PA
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Absolutely! I have a good friend who owns the 80-200, two-ring design, and it works amazing on his D700, far better than it did on his D200 or D300. Mostly due to the FX sensor and getting true 200mm, instead of 300mm which is harder to hand hold.Answer:
Yes it can.
I recently purchased my New Nikon D700. Its really great and i want to learn it completly inch to inch functions.Could you suggest how to learn officially from nikon apart from the user's manual?
10 months ago
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SunilS
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I agree that Magic Lantern series is the best. It is probably the most comprehensive guide that i have seen so far.Jan 27, 2012 by
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AlbertW
SF Bay Area
Location :
SF Bay Area
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Semi-professional photographer
Answer:
Try the Magic Lantern book on Nikon D700.Sep 28, 2011 by
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NikonDude
Plano, Texas
Location :
Plano, Texas
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: 1-3 months
Role: Professional photographer
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I just watched my Magic Lantern DVD for the Nikon D300/D700 again and it has helped me so much. It takes you step by step through each of the features and most of the menu items, explaining and demonstrating in a straight forward approach. I am a hands on learner, so this is a good way for me (and I can pause and rewind when I need to).Sep 22, 2011 by
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tcampy65
San Ramon, CA
Location :
San Ramon, CA
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
Answer:
Thom Hogan provides some very good third party manual for most of Nikon's digital bodies. I'd go to his website and order one for the D700.Sep 13, 2011 by
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Wildlife Shooter
Missoula, Montana
Location :
Missoula, Montana
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Semi-professional photographer
Answer:
Please visit our Learn and Explore website for Photography Techniques and Digitutor website for the D700:http://www.nikonusa.com/Learn-And-E...
http://www.nikondigitutor.com/index...
Need web page for download my D700 firmware, can not find it?
1 year, 3 months ago
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ottod
Miami, FL
Location :
Miami, FL
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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http://support.nikonusa.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/16657/kw/d700%20firmware/session/L3RpbWUvMTMwMzk4ODkxNC9zaWQvazF5SmJDc2s%3DApr 28, 2011 by
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Anonymous
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Look for nikonusa.com > Support and Services > Get the most recent Nikon firmware versions, scroll down to D700. Version 1.02 is the latest one released by Nikon (at least that I know about).Apr 24, 2011 by
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neocliff
Anthem, AZ
Location :
Anthem, AZ
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
Answer:
Here is a link to the firmware page: http://support.nikonusa.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/13783/~/current-firmware-downloads-available-for-nikon-productsApr 14, 2011 by
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MDCSF
San Francisco
Location :
San Francisco
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Semi-professional photographer
Answer:
Please click on the link below for more information:Answer Title: D700 firmware: A/B 1.02
Answer Link: http://support.nikonusa.com/app/ans...
can you tell me if the d700 is in stock? I don't want to submit an or on your site and find out that I have to wait weeks or months to receive it. I have check all camera retailers and they are telling me due to the earth quake in Japan the high end Nikon cameras are on back order.
1 year, 1 month ago
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Anonymous
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 0-1 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Just getting started with photography
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I just found and ordered one from Amazon. It is new and not a gray market camera...I just returned from PSW and every vendor there said it wasn't the water damage after the quake, but radiation that caused the factory to close. There is a new factory up and running, and the vendors expect the products to be available in the near future.Sep 22, 2011 by
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tcampy65
San Ramon, CA
Location :
San Ramon, CA
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
Answer:
Oder from the Nikon Store I just bought a refurbished D700 and it's great. the price is right.Jun 1, 2011 by
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cpp-ed
Scotch Plains NJ
Location :
Scotch Plains NJ
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Professional photographer
Answer:
Thanks for your interest in the D700. We have shipped many thousands of these cameras to our customers. Interest for this camera has been very high. If you have an urgent need I'd strongly suggest ordering one now from an authorized dealer so that you will be on their list as they receive shipments from us.10 months ago
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sayan
India
Location :
India
Age: 18-24
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Proof? No. Resistant, yes.As stated elsewhere, even if your camera can survive being outside while it is sprinkling or in a nice dust storm,, your lens may not. You will have to verify both pieces are weather resistant.
Jan 22, 2012 by
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jwjusaf
Washington, DC, USA
Location :
Washington, DC, USA
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Hi Sayan,The D700 is sealed against moisture and dust. YES, It's tough but treat it like it's worth what you paid. it is water and dust resistant. Your lens may or may not be. Dry it or at least wipe it if it get's soaked. It is electronic and water is it's natural enemy. Best way I know to tell you is treat it like a baby and it will last a very long time.
Aug 31, 2011 by
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Arthur
NY
Location :
NY
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Semi-professional photographer
Answer:
Yes, you can use it in the hot or cold place that human still surviving. And it can resist some of rain drop or water splash. But Nikon not provide an IP Explanation and Ratings.1 year, 4 months ago
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Bob
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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The way I do it on my D3s is to set the camera to M mode and turn the Shutter speed down until you see bulb. You will need to hold the shutter button for the duration of the exposure. I would recommend getting the MC-36 Remote which has a shutter lock function and/or a timer setting.
Apr 14, 2011 by
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MDCSF
San Francisco
Location :
San Francisco
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Semi-professional photographer
Answer:
You need to enter manual mode by holding mode and rotating your rear selector to "M" (you'll see it on the screen) when your in manual exposure mode keep turning your rear selector to the left and you'll get longer and longer exposure times and you'll hit "bulb". hope that helped you.Mar 8, 2011 by
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DC
Prospect, CT
Location :
Prospect, CT
Age: 25-34
Favorite Subject: Family & Friends
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Semi-professional photographer
I currently own a D300, and want to purchase the D700 as most of my lens are FX. Before I do that I would like to know if in the near future, (within 6 months), will Nikon offer a D800? And if so what would be the major changes?
Tom
Tom
1 year, 4 months ago
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Tom
New Jersey
Location :
New Jersey
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Tough question.I went from a D200 to a D700 just 4 months ago, and I never regret it. If I where to bet, don't expect the D800 to come out before August, then allow 8 months before they come into the stores. There are D700 bargains out there, where they are going for just under $2000
A D800 will most likely be more mPix (how many?), but the build will be the same. However, plan on a $3000 price tag at first.
Your lenses dictate everything anyway. I have seen many folks throw a cheap lens on a D700.
No point! Buy the great lenses and a cheap body. I bet you could get a used D700 for a $1000 in a couple on months.
Apr 14, 2011 by
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sixbyseven
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Portrait
Nikon Family: 21+ years
Experience: 3-6 months
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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Nikon is continually improving and expanding our product line. Please keep visiting our website to find out about new products release.Has staff answer
D700
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How do I shoot night sky photos which require extended exposure time?
Have D700 camera and want to shoot Milky Way sky photos; but, how do I take long duration exposures? one hour plus?
1 year, 3 months ago
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Bob
Tampa, FL
Location :
Tampa, FL
Age: Over 65
Favorite Subject: Landscape
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: Less than a month
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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You will need to get a tripod with a tracking head. Since the stars move, you need to move your camera with them or you will get streaks across the sky. Look for something called an astronomic mount. They can get expensive so research is required.Apr 14, 2011 by
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Anonymous
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Please click on the link below for more information:Answer Title: Astronomical photography issues with D-SLR cameras
Answer Link: http://support.nikonusa.com/app/ans...
I already have two of the Nikon 90º viewers. I hope I could use one of them, preferably the DR-6 with my D-700.
1 year, 3 months ago
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Eduardo
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Location :
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
2 Answers
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There is a 90 degree adapter for the D700. The new one is a DR-5 for round eyepiece cameras (D3 series & D700). The DR-6 is for rectangular eyepieceYour best bet is to get a used DR-3 and a DK-7 adapter (for round eyepiece) it is a better build than the DR-5 or 6. There is also a square adapter for used with the rectangular eyepieces as well.
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This camera is not compatible with the DR-6. The correct one is the DR-5.
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November/December 2008, Nikon D700 D-SLR
by Jonathan BarkeyAmerican Photo’s Jonathan Barkey praised the D700 D-SLR in the November/December issue, writing that in its compact frame the camera packs “superb performance.” Barkey also noted that the reduction in size makes the D700 “pleasingly portable and easily packaged.” Barkey added that with the 35mm-sized image sensors, 3D motion tracking and the ability to use wide-angle lenses, the D700 D-SLR combines full-frame coverage with indisputable performance.
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November 2008, Nikon’s D700 D-SLR
by George SchaubShutterbug’s George Schaub was overwhelmed with the results from the complete camera test of the D700 D-SLR. When referring to the camera’s performance in low light and difficult ISO situations, Shaub touted the camera as the “best quality available.” Schaub also noted the ability to get maximum functionality from vintage Nikon lenses with the D700’s FX-Format sensor. Schaub concluded his review by saying there is no doubt that the 12-megapixel cameras will be a good fit for any photographer.
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September 2008, D700 D-SLR
by Phil RyanPhil Ryan of Popular Photography & Imaging recently reviewed the Nikon D700 D-SLR, ultimately deeming it an "amazing combination" of the D3 and D300 D-SLRs. After putting the D700 through the rigors of photo lab tests, Ryan highlighted the D700's color accuracy and superb performance in low-light conditions. Ryan concluded his article emphasizing the camera's metering capabilities, saying that at times the D700 "knew [appropriate exposure settings] better than you."
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September 2008, D700 D-SLR
by Sean CaptainSean Captain of Popular Science recently tested the Nikon D700, and came to the conclusion that the D700 is the true "I wish" camera. Captain was impressed with the camera's ability to produce amazing images like those of the D3 while maintaining the compact form factor of the D300. Captain further accented his article with test results, highlighting excellent performance in color fidelity and metering. He concluded that Nikon has "closed the low-light performance gap." Additionally, Captain noted Nikon's In-Camera Imaging Innovations, pointing out the benefits of D-Lighting when capturing great photos in tricky situations.
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August 2008, D700 D-SLR
by Shawn Barnett and Dave EtchellsShawn Barnett and Dave Etchells of Imaging-Resource crowned the D700 a five-star "Dave's Pick" and "one of the finest digital SLR cameras ever produced." Barnett and Etchells note the D700's potential to become a catalyst for available light photography, thanks to the D700's image sensor which delivers "category-leading performance" in low-light situations and color reproduction. Both editors concluded that the D700's outstanding imaging capabilities, combined with Nikon's extensive line of high-quality lenses, make it a great camera with "obsolescence-resistance built in."
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