The Nikon D850 is a 45.7 megapixel DSLR that gives full-frame photographers the ultimate combination of resolution, speed, and light sensitivity. An upgrade from the highly successful Nikon D810, The D850 is the first Nikon FX-format D-SLR camera to offer full-frame 4K UHD video, whilst time-lapse shooters can create high-resolution sequences under extremely low light with up to ISO 25600.

Nikon FX-format, backside illumination CMOS sensor delivering 45.7 megapixels with ISO 64-25600
The D850 allows landscape photographers to capture a diverse range of scenes in sumptuously rich detail. It is the first Nikon D-SLR to use a backside illumination sensor, which allows incoming light to reach photodiodes more efficiently. Together with the camera’s low-noise performance, this enables it to achieve ISO 25600 despite its high pixel count. What’s more, it strikes an optimal balance between sensor sensitivity and the volume of light information accumulated in photodiodes, yielding images with a wide dynamic range even at ISO 64 (expandable to ISO 32 equivalent) — the lowest native ISO setting offered by any camera manufacturer. Copper wiring is used to cut electrical resistance, while the backside illumination structure allows a flexible wiring layout, reducing stray capacity. These measures enable 45-megapixel FX-format images to be captured at continuous shooting speeds of 9 fps*1. And because the sensor is designed without an optical low-pass filter, it can harness the sharpness of 45 megapixels when combined with the high resolving power of NIKKOR lenses. The D850 yields pictures that can be enlarged as massive prints at up to A2 size or used for 8K digital signage displays.

EXPEED 5 powerful image processing
Thanks to its EXPEED 5 image-processing engine, EXPEED 5 processor renders delicate tonality in highly vivid colors, and its superb noise reduction suppresses noise effectively while maintaining detail. Its powerful calculation ability also permits high-speed continuous shooting at approx. 9 fps* with 45 megapixels, as well as full-frame, 4K UHD movie recording.

Picture Control system
Nikon’s Picture Control system helps you craft images that match your creative intentions and purposes. The D850 incorporates the new Auto Picture Control, in addition to the seven existing presets. Each preset allows you to tune settings such as sharpening and clarity, opening up a wider range of options for achieving your ideal image. You can adjust settings and store them as your own custom Picture Controls.

Auto Picture Control
Auto Picture Control produces more desirable images by automatically fine-tuning the tone curve, color, sharpening and clarity of the Standard option, according to each scene’s characteristics. As a result, blue skies and verdant greens are rendered more vibrantly for landscape shots. The Advanced Scene Recognition System is now even better at identifying light sources, meaning red colors can be emphasized in sunsets and sunrises.

Silent photography at 45 megapixels
When capturing a night sky blanketed with stars, you probably want to avoid even the tiniest image blur to maximize the advantage of 45 megapixels. The D850’s silent photography function in live view mode utilizes an electronic shutter instead of triggering any mirror or shutter movement, meaning it doesn’t cause any mechanical vibration. Photographers can capture every last detail in 45 megapixels — and in complete silence. This mode can be used in approx. 6-fps continuous shooting, but can also shoot approx. 8.6-megapixel pictures in DX image area at approx. 30 fps.

New natural light auto white balance option
The D850 employs a new “natural light auto” white balance mode, taking advantage of the Advanced Scene Recognition System’s improved light source identification function. This option delivers optimal white balance results under natural light — a valuable asset for landscape shooters. It makes it possible to respond quickly to changes in the weather conditions without switching to the direct sunlight or cloudy options. When shooting scenes such as an autumnal landscape awash with red leaves or spectacular orange sunset, it also enhances the warm colors, helping create even more impressive pictures.

Convenient shooting with ND filters — Low-light metering down to -3 EV
The D850 employs a 180K-pixel RGB sensor with superb low-light sensitivity, the same as the flagship D5, offering metering down to -3 EV*2. This helps enormously when shooting low-light scenes. It is also invaluable when capturing long-exposure shots with ND filters (such as seascapes or running water), as it allows you to rely fully on the camera’s AE and AF without needing to detach the filter. Furthermore, the Advanced Scene Recognition System uses the RGB sensor’s increased pixel count to enhance the accuracy of various auto controls such as auto white balance, i-TTL balanced fill-flash, auto-area AF, 3D-tracking and Active D-Lighting, making it easier for photographers to achieve their desired results.

0.75× optical viewfinder
The D850 provides a wide field of view for easier subject confirmation with a 0.75× magnification* for its optical viewfinder — the highest ever offered by a Nikon FXformat D-SLR. The viewfinder has been redesigned to employ an aspherical lens and a new condenser lens with refined refraction, allowing for a slimmer body while keeping a sufficiently long eye point. Its high-contrast viewfinder information display uses organic EL display elements, making it easier to read even under bright sunlight.

153-point AF system
The D850’s powerful 153-point AF system — the same acclaimed technology used in the flagship D5 — delivers over 130% of the D810’s frame coverage, with 99 cross sensors offering powerful detection. Thanks to a Multi-CAM 20K autofocus sensor module, developed to keep noise to an absolute minimum, the central point functions at -4 EV* and other focus points at -3 EV*. Accurate AF is possible in challenging low-light or low-contrast situations — a great asset for landscape photographers shooting in the hours when light is scarce, such as at sunrise and sunset, and especially useful for capturing nighttime scenes.

Tilting 3.2-inch 2359k-dot touchscreen monitor
Whether lowering the camera down for a macro shot or pointing upwards at a starry night sky, the D850’s tilting LCD monitor makes it easier to shoot from difficult angles. The monitor opens smoothly even when the camera is mounted on a tripod and has the most extensive touch functionality found in any Nikon D-SLR camera to date. From changing menu settings to shooting to reviewing images, it brings a new level of convenience. And thanks to the monitor’s 2359k-dot high-resolution display, you can easily check images and confirm focus in precise detail.

In-camera RAW batch processing
Shooting in RAW gives greater leeway in post-production, letting photographers draw the most from the images they capture. Until now, however, processing RAW has always been extremely timeconsuming. The D850 resolves this issue by offering an incredibly convenient, in-camera RAW batch-processing feature, which enables you to quickly apply the same adjustments to selected images. You can save the original RAW files and processed JPEG files on one large-capacity XQD card, or else save the original on XQD and the JPEG on an SD card in the second slot, for easier data management.

New 1:1 image area option
The D850 introduces a new image area option with a 1:1 aspect ratio. While reminiscent of 6 × 6 medium format, it’s also ideal for social media, where square images have become increasingly popular. It is also possible to add shading in the viewfinder around the image area you choose, helping you compose more accurately. You can create pictures to impress your followers, as well as experiment with the creative potential of this unique image area.

Eeather-/dust-resistant performance and a robust body
Working in environments such as tropical forests or desert, landscape photographers often expose their camera bodies to harsh conditions. Nikon has applied its stringently high standards for weather resistance and durability, renowned in the fields of photography and science alike, to the D850. It has comprehensive weather- and dust-sealing applied to its joints and seams, and its top, rear and bottom covers, as well as the inside body structure, are made of robust magnesium alloy. It’s a camera that allows you to work with confidence in a wide range of tough environments. Also, its redesigned grip is deeper and longer, making it easier to hold even over extended periods of time.

Button illumination and layout
The superb performance of the D850, such as its low noise at high ISO settings and wide detection range for AF/AE, encourages landscape photographers to venture out in the dark and create amazing images from challenging situations. The camera offers illuminated buttons on the rear left side and release mode dial, making it easier to change settings when shooting in the dark. Moreover, the buttons and dials are arranged in a convenient ergonomic layout to fit photographers’ hands. The rear side now features a sub selector added in the same position as for the D5, to allow easier right-handed operation by photographers who use both models.

Dual memory card slots
Reliable storage media is crucial to all creative work. The D850 features dual slots for XQD and UHS-II SD cards, enabling rapid reading and writing of the vast data generated from its high-pixelcount image sensor. It also offers a variety of storage options, including the ability to store the same data onto two cards for instant backup and recording RAW and JPEG simultaneously onto separate cards.

In-camera RAW batch processing
Shooting in RAW gives greater leeway in post-production, letting photographers draw the most from the images they capture. Until now, however, processing RAW has always been extremely timeconsuming. The D850 resolves this issue by offering an incredibly convenient, in-camera RAW batch-processing feature, which enables you to quickly apply the same adjustments to selected images. You can save the original RAW files and processed JPEG files on one large-capacity XQD card, or else save the original on XQD and the JPEG on an SD card in the second slot, for easier data management.

4K UHD videos even in dark situations — Superior low-noise performance at high ISO settings
Even in dark scenes, you can rely on the D850 for consistently sharp video with low noise. Despite the great leap in effective pixel count from the D810, the camera achieves a wider standard sensitivity range of ISO 64-25600 for both stills and movies. This is thanks to the greater light-gathering efficiency of the new backside illumination CMOS structure, and the EXPEED 5 image-processing engine’s ability to effectively reduce noise while maintaining details. You can also widen the possibilities for your shooting by extending sensitivity up to Hi 2 (ISO 102400 equivalent). The D850 encourages videographers to explore their creativity in a variety of scenes.

8K time-lapse movie creation
The D850 takes your time-lapse movies into a new realm with its Nikon FX-format CMOS image sensor. Harnessing the vast pixel count of 45 megapixels (8256 × 5504 pixels) with the high resolving power of NIKKOR lenses, the camera’s interval timer mode allows you to capture over 8K-size images with exquisite detail for timelapse movie creation*. The 45 megapixels also allow greater leeway in creating sharper 4K video by down-conversion, or adding pan and zoom effects within the frame in post-production using a computer to inject more dynamism into the finished piece. Thanks to the greater light-gathering efficiency of the backside illumination CMOS sensor structure, together with the advanced image processing of EXPEED 5, the D850 achieves a wider ISO sensitivity range from ISO 64-25600 (expandable to ISO 32 equivalent and to ISO 102400 equivalent). The resulting images feature low noise while maintaining detail even in the high ISO range. With the D850, you can create truly amazing timelapse movies.