The search for uncompromising performance in the worlds of photography and videography is over. The Nikon D850 sets remarkable standards of quality in both, possessing an impressive 45.7 effective megapixels that allows it to capture the most awe-inspiring images and produce phenomenal 8K UHD time-lapse movies via images taken with its silent interval timer shooting. Create epic film masterpieces in full-frame 4K UHD with NIKKOR wide-angle lenses, or prolong exquisite moments with its 120p/100p Full HD slow-motion recording. It also boasts enhanced superior agility to keep up with the demands of the modern photographer, such as continuous shooting functions at speeds approximately 7 frames per second (fps) or 9 fps1, and a revolutionary shutter and mirror drive mechanism that improve the stability of the composition. Whether your interest lies with the fields of fashion, nature, sports or wedding photography and videography, you will always be inspired to bring out your best with the game-changing Nikon D850.
Meet the camera that has perfected extraordinary image clarity, with its stunning 45.7 effective megapixels, giving you superior enhanced resolution that is impeccably suited to professional large-format poster or canvas print. An ISO range of 64 to 25600 also allows increased sensitivity and versatility with a wide range of environments.
Record the magic of those “I do” moments for all eternity with this camera. As a revolutionary first for Nikon DSLR cameras, full-frame 4K UHD and Full HD movie can be filmed in both Nikon FX-based and DX-based movie formats. This allows you the versatility to record even more details in either the 35mm DX-format which provides more reach, or the large FX-format that provides a shallow depth of field with a captivating bokeh effect. The versatility continues from time-lapse to slow-motion shooting functions – the camera offers the ability to create images that go beyond 8K UHD with silent interval timer shooting at 45 megapixels and 4x (shot at 120/100p, recorded at 30/25p) or 5x (shot at 120p, recorded at 24p) slow-motion film.2
Never miss a once-in-a-lifetime photo with the improved speed and power of this camera. Employ the approximately 7 fps or 9 fps1 high-speed continuous shooting to your advantage and capture the action at the exact moment you need. Enhance your abilities with the superior 153-point autofocus (AF) system and an exclusive AF engine that utilises parallel processing with a sequence control microcomputer so you get high performance autofocusing even for demanding high-speed shoots. The camera even has an optical viewfinder with approximately 0.75x magnification, the largest in Nikon DSLR camera history, so you can compose the perfect shot with its wide field of view.
Always shoot in the best light, even when you are exploring the great outdoors. The Nikon D850 offers a wide range of colour temperatures to provide you with the best tones and exposure, especially when it comes to natural light sources. The natural light auto function provides a more accurate white balance while outdoors, creating more vibrant colours that stand out with every image. The camera also offers reliable remote flash shooting using Nikon SB-50003 via radio-control. Even when there are obstacles between your Nikon D850 and the Nikon SB-5000, you can still count on consistently dependable flash control that offers you enhanced flexibility wherever you go.
From museums to theatres, you will be artfully assisted by the camera’s 45-megapixel silent photography that is completely noiseless during shutter release. Even during sound sensitive situations involving animals or athletes, the approximately 6 fps4 continuous silent shooting boosts your ability to capture that key shot. Additionally, innovative new shutter and mirror drive mechanisms act in tandem to reduce vibration during shutter release, avoiding mechanical vibrations that could impact the sharpness of your image.
Featuring a tilting 3.2-inch, 2359k-dot touch-screen LCD monitor, the Nikon D850 enables smoother operation through a wider range of touch operations, facilitating easier confirmation for composition and images. When you need extreme clarity in product or macro photography, the focus shift function on the camera automatically takes images while moving focus position from starting point to infinity, competently acquiring images for focus stacking5. The camera even facilitates a more flexible editing process with the ability of batch processing RAW files directly within the camera.
Turn your negatives into digital keepsakes with the camera’s unique negative digitizer function. In a few simple steps, you can use basic equipment6 to convert your negative film, either colour or monochrome, to 45-megapixel digital photos. The D850 can also be connected to your TV via HDMI for easier image selection, viewing, and enjoyment of your newly converted photographs.
1 When using MB-D18 Multi-Power Battery pack with EN-EL 18b/EN-EL 18a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery.
2 Only available with DX-based movie format, AF area mode: [Normal] or [Wide], without sound.
3 WR-R10 Wireless Remote Controller and WR-A10 Adapter are required.
4 With AF fixed.
5 With third party software
6 Nikon ES-2 Film Digitizing Adapter (optional), a NIKKOR micro lens, and the Nikon D850.
The search for uncompromising performance in the worlds of photography and videography is over. The Nikon D850 sets remarkable standards of quality in both, possessing an impressive 45.7 effective megapixels that allows it to capture the most awe-inspiring images and produce phenomenal 8K UHD time-lapse movies via images taken with its silent interval timer shooting. Create epic film masterpieces in full-frame 4K UHD with NIKKOR wide-angle lenses, or prolong exquisite moments with its 120p/100p Full HD slow-motion recording. It also boasts enhanced superior agility to keep up with the demands of the modern photographer, such as continuous shooting functions at speeds approximately 7 frames per second (fps) or 9 fps1, and a revolutionary shutter and mirror drive mechanism that improve the stability of the composition. Whether your interest lies with the fields of fashion, nature, sports or wedding photography and videography, you will always be inspired to bring out your best with the game-changing Nikon D850. ALL YOU NEED TO CRAFT A TIMELESS IMAGE Meet the camera that has perfected extraordinary image clarity, with its stunning 45.7 effective megapixels, giving you superior enhanced resolution that is impeccably suited to professional large-format poster or canvas print. An ISO range of 64 to 25600 also allows increased sensitivity and versatility with a wide range of environments. DIRECT STUNNING CONTENT Record the magic of those “I do” moments for all eternity with this camera. As a revolutionary first for Nikon DSLR cameras, full-frame 4K UHD and Full HD movie can be filmed in both Nikon FX-based and DX-based movie formats. This allows you the versatility to record even more details in either the 35mm DX-format which provides more reach, or the large FX-format that provides a shallow depth of field with a captivating bokeh effect. The versatility continues from time-lapse to slow-motion shooting functions – the camera offers the ability to create images that go beyond 8K UHD with silent interval timer shooting at 45 megapixels and 4x (shot at 120/100p, recorded at 30/25p) or 5x (shot at 120p, recorded at 24p) slow-motion film.2 POWER AND SPEED AT YOUR FINGERTIPS Never miss a once-in-a-lifetime photo with the improved speed and power of this camera. Employ the approximately 7 fps or 9 fps1 high-speed continuous shooting to your advantage and capture the action at the exact moment you need. Enhance your abilities with the superior 153-point autofocus (AF) system and an exclusive AF engine that utilises parallel processing with a sequence control microcomputer so you get high performance autofocusing even for demanding high-speed shoots. The camera even has an optical viewfinder with approximately 0.75x magnification, the largest in Nikon DSLR camera history, so you can compose the perfect shot with its wide field of view. BRING OUT THE TRUE COLOURS OF EVERY SHOT Always shoot in the best light, even when you are exploring the great outdoors. The Nikon D850 offers a wide range of colour temperatures to provide you with the best tones and exposure, especially when it comes to natural light sources. The natural light auto function provides a more accurate white balance while outdoors, creating more vibrant colours that stand out with every image. The camera also offers reliable remote flash shooting using Nikon SB-50003 via radio-control. Even when there are obstacles between your Nikon D850 and the Nikon SB-5000, you can still count on consistently dependable flash control that offers you enhanced flexibility wherever you go. MAINTAIN YOUR STABILITY EVEN UNDER PRESSURE From museums to theatres, you will be artfully assisted by the camera’s 45-megapixel silent photography that is completely noiseless during shutter release. Even during sound sensitive situations involving animals or athletes, the approximately 6 fps4 continuous silent shooting boosts your ability to capture that key shot. Additionally, innovative new shutter and mirror drive mechanisms act in tandem to reduce vibration during shutter release, avoiding mechanical vibrations that could impact the sharpness of your image. ENGINEERED FOR EFFICIENCY Featuring a tilting 3.2-inch, 2359k-dot touch-screen LCD monitor, the Nikon D850 enables smoother operation through a wider range of touch operations, facilitating easier confirmation for composition and images. When you need extreme clarity in product or macro photography, the focus shift function on the camera automatically takes images while moving focus position from starting point to infinity, competently acquiring images for focus stacking5. The camera even facilitates a more flexible editing process with the ability of batch processing RAW files directly within the camera. NEVER LET YOUR MEMORIES FADE AWAY Turn your negatives into digital keepsakes with the camera’s unique negative digitizer function. In a few simple steps, you can use basic equipment6 to convert your negative film, either colour or monochrome, to 45-megapixel digital photos. The D850 can also be connected to your TV via HDMI for easier image selection, viewing, and enjoyment of your newly converted photographs. 1 When using MB-D18 Multi-Power Battery pack with EN-EL 18b/EN-EL 18a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery. 2 Only available with DX-based movie format, AF area mode: [Normal] or [Wide], without sound. 3 WR-R10 Wireless Remote Controller and WR-A10 Adapter are required. 4 With AF fixed. 5 With third party software 6 Nikon ES-2 Film Digitizing Adapter (optional), a NIKKOR micro lens, and the Nikon D850.
Type | Single-lens reflex digital camera |
Lens mount | Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts) |
Effective angle of view | Nikon FX format |
Image sensor format | FX |
Image sensor type | CMOS |
Sensor size | 35.9 mm x 23.9 mm |
Total pixels | 46.89 million |
Dust-reduction system | Image sensor cleaning, Image Dust Off reference data (Capture NX-D software required) |
Effective pixels | 45.7 million |
Image size (pixels) | FX (36x24) image area (L) 8256 x 5504 ( 45.4 million) (M) 6192 x 4128 ( 25.6 million) (S) 4128 x 2752 ( 11.4 million) 1.2x (30x20) image area (L) 6880 x 4584 ( 31.5 million) (M) 5152 x 3432 ( 17.6 million) (S) 3440 x 2288 ( 7.8 million) DX (24x16) image area (L) 5408 x 3600 ( 19.4 million) (M) 4048 x 2696 ( 10.9 million) (S) 2704 x 1800 ( 4.8 million) 5 : 4 (30x24) image area (L) 6880 x 5504 ( 37.8 million) (M) 5152 x 4120 ( 21.2 million) (S) 3440 x 2752 ( 9.4 million) 1 : 1 (24x24) image area (L) 5504 x 5504 ( 30.2 million) (M) 4128 x 4128 ( 17.0 million) (S) 2752 x 2752 ( 7.5 million) FX-format photographs taken during movie recording (L) 8256 x 4640 ( 38.3 million) (M) 6192 x 3480 ( 21.5 million) (S) 4128 x 2320 ( 9.5 million) DX-format photographs taken during movie recording (L) 5408 x 3040 ( 16.4 million) (M) 4048 x 2272 ( 9.1 million) (S) 2704 x 1520 ( 4.1 million) |
File format | NEF (RAW): 12 or 14 bit (lossless compressed, compressed, or uncompressed); large, medium, and small available (medium and small images are recorded at a bit depth of 12 bits using lossless compression) TIFF (RGB) JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx. 1 : 4), normal (approx. 1 : 8), or basic (approx. 1 : 16) compression; optimal quality compression available NEF (RAW)+JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats |
Picture Control system | Auto, Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape, Flat ; selected Picture Control can be modified; storage for custom Picture Controls |
Media | XQD, SD, SDHC (UHS-II compliant), SDXC (UHS-II compliant) |
Card slot | 1 XQD card and 1 Secure Digital (SD) card Either card can be used for primary or backup storage or for separate storage of NEF (RAW) and JPEG images; pictures can be copied between cards. |
File system | DCF 2.0, Exif 2.31, PictBridge |
Viewfinder | Eye-level pentaprism single-lens reflex viewfinder |
Frame coverage | FX (36x24): Approx. 100% horizontal and 100% vertical 1.2x (30x20): Approx. 97% horizontal and 97% vertical DX (24x16): Approx. 97% horizontal and 97% vertical 5:4 (30x24): Approx. 97% horizontal and 100% vertical 1:1 (24x24): Approx. 97% horizontal and 100% vertical |
Magnification | Approx. 0.75 x (50 mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, –1.0 m(*1)) |
Eyepoint | 17 mm (–1.0 m(*1); from center surface of viewfinder eyepiece lens) |
Diopter adjustment | -3 to +1 m(*1) |
Focusing screen | Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VIII screen with AF area brackets (framing grid can be displayed) |
Reflex mirror | Quick return |
Depth-of-field preview | Yes Pressing Pv button stops lens aperture down to value selected by user (A and M modes) or by camera (P and S modes) |
Lens aperture | Instant return, electronically controlled |
Compatible lenses | Compatible with AF NIKKOR lenses, including type G, E, and D lenses (some restrictions apply to PC lenses), and DX lenses (using DX 24 x 16 image area), AI-P NIKKOR lenses, and non-CPU AI lenses (exposure modes A and M only). IX NIKKOR lenses, lenses for the F3AF, and non-AI lenses cannot be used. The electronic rangefinder can be used with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster (the electronic rangefinder supports 15 focus points with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/8 or faster, of which 9 points are available for selection). |
Type | Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal-plane mechanical shutter; electronic front-curtain shutter available in quiet shutter-release, quiet continuous shutter-release, and mirror up release modes |
Speed | 1/8000 to 30 s in steps of 1/3, 1/2, or 1 EV, bulb, time, X250 |
Flash sync speed | X= 1/250 s; synchronizes with shutter at 1/250 s or slower; Auto FP High-Speed sync supported |
Modes | S (single frame), CL (continuous low speed), CH (continuous high speed), Q (quiet shutter-release), QC (quiet continuous shutter-release), Self-timer, MUP (mirror up) |
Approximate frame advance rate | Up to 9 fps With an EN-EL18b battery inserted in an MB-D18 battery pack CL: 1 to 8 fps CH: 9 fps QC: 3 fps Other power sources CL: 1 to 6 fps CH: 7 fps QC: 3 fps |
Self-timer | 2 s, 5 s, 10 s, 20 s; 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 s |
Metering system | TTL exposure metering using RGB sensor with approximately 180K (180,000) pixels |
Metering mode | Matrix: 3D color matrix metering III (type G, E, and D lenses); color matrix metering III (other CPU lenses); color matrix metering available with non-CPU lenses if user provides lens data Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 12 mm circle in center of frame. Diameter of circle can be changed to 8, 15, or 20 mm, or weighting can be based on average of entire frame (non-CPU and AF-S Fisheye NIKKOR 8-15mm f/3.5-4.5E ED lenses use 12-mm circle) Spot: Meters 4 mm circle (about 1.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point (on center focus point when non-CPU or AF-S Fisheye NIKKOR 8-15mm f/3.5-4.5E ED lens is used) Highlight-weighted: Available with type G, E, and D lenses |
Range | (ISO 100, f/1.4 lens, 20 °C/68 °F) Matrix or center-weighted metering: –3 to +20 EV Spot metering: 2 to 20 EV Highlight-weighted metering: 0 to 20 EV |
Exposure meter coupling | CPU, AI |
Mode | Programmed auto with flexible program (P); shutter-priority auto (S); aperture-priority auto (A); manual (M) |
Exposure compensation | –5 to +5 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2, or 1 EV |
Exposure lock | Luminosity locked at detected value |
ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) | ISO 64 to 25600 in steps of 1/3, 1/2, or 1 EV Can also be set to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, or 1 EV (ISO 32 equivalent) below ISO 64 or to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1, or 2 EV (ISO 102400 equivalent) above ISO 25600; auto ISO sensitivity control available |
Active D-Lighting | Can be selected from Auto, Extra high, High, Normal, Low, or Off |
Autofocus system | Multi-CAM 20K autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection, fine-tuning, and 153 focus points (including 99 cross-type sensors and 15 sensors that support f/8), of which 55 (35 cross-type sensors and 9 f/8 sensors) are available for selection |
Detection range | –4 to +20 EV (ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F) |
Lens servo | Single-servo AF (AF-S), Continuous-servo AF (AF-C) ; predictive focus tracking automatically activated according to subject status Manual focus (M): Electronic rangefinder can be used |
Focus point | 153 153 focus points, of which 55 or 15 are available for selection |
AF-area mode | Single-point AF, 9-, 25-, 72-, or 153- point dynamic-area AF, 3D-tracking, group-area AF, auto-area AF |
Focus lock | Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing the center of the sub-selector |
Control | TTL: i-TTL flash control using RGB sensor with approximately 180K (180,000) pixels; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix, center-weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill-flash for digital SLR with spot metering |
Mode | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
Flash compensation | –3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2, or 1 EV |
Flash-ready indicator | Lights when optional flash unit is fully charged; flashes after flash is fired at full output |
Accessory shoe | ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock |
Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) | i-TTL flash control, radio-controlled Advanced Wireless Lighting, optical Advanced Wireless Lighting, modeling illumination, FV lock, Color Information Communication, Auto FP High-Speed Sync, AF-assist for multi-area AF, unified flash control |
Sync terminal | ISO 519 sync terminal with locking thread |
White balance | Auto (3 types), natural light auto, incandescent, fluorescent (7 types), direct sunlight, flash, cloudy, shade, preset manual (up to 6 values can be stored, spot white balance measurement available during live view), choose color temperature (2500 K to 10,000 K), all with fine-tuning. |
Bracketing types | Exposure, Flash, White balance, ADL |
Modes | Photo live view, Movie live view |
Lens servo | Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); full-time-servo AF (AF-F) Manual focus (M) |
AF-area mode | Face-priority AF, Wide-area AF, Normal-area AF, pinpoint AF, Subject-tracking AF |
Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF anywhere in frame (camera selects focus point automatically when face-priority AF or subject-tracking AF is selected) |
Metering system | TTL exposure metering using main image sensor |
Metering mode | Matrix, center-weighted, or highlight-weighted |
Frame size (pixels) and frame rate | 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD); 30p (progressive), 25p, 24p 1920 x 1080; 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p 1280 x 720; 60p, 50p 1920 x 1080 (slow-mo); 30p x4, 25p x4, 24p x5 Actual frame rates for 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, and 24p are 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively; quality selection available at all sizes except 3840 x 2160 (when quality is fixed at "high") and 1920 x 1080 slow-mo (when quality is fixed at “normal”) |
File format | MOV, MP4 |
Video compression | H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding |
Audio recording format | Linear PCM, AAC |
Audio recording device | Built-in stereo or external microphone; sensitivity adjustable |
ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index) | Exposure modes P, S, and A: Auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 64 to Hi 2) with selectable upper limit Exposure mode M: Auto ISO sensitivity control (ISO 64 to Hi 2) available with selectable upper limit; manual selection (ISO 64 to 25600 in steps of 1/3, 1/2, or 1 EV) with additional options available equivalent to approximately 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1, or 2 EV (ISO 102400 equivalent) above ISO 25600 |
Active D-Lighting | Can be selected from Same as photo settings, Extra high, High, Normal, Low, or Off |
Other options | Index marking, time-lapse movies, electronic vibration reduction |
Monitor size | 8 -cm ( 3.2 –in.) diagonal |
Monitor type | tilting TFT touch-sensitive LCD with 170° viewing angle, approximately 100% frame coverage, and manual monitor brightness control |
Monitor resolution | Approx. 2359 k-dot (XGA) |
Playback | Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images) playback with playback zoom, playback zoom cropping, movie playback, photo and/or movie slide shows, histogram display, highlights, photo information, location data display, picture rating, and auto image rotation |
USB connector | SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.0 Micro-B connector); connection to built-in USB port is recommended |
HDMI output connector | Type C HDMI connector |
Audio input | Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5 mm diameter; plug-in power supported) |
Audio output | Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5 mm diameter) |
Ten-pin remote terminal | Can be used to connect optional MC-30A/MC-36A remote cords, ML-3 modulite remote control sets, WR-R10 (requires WR-A10 adapter) or WR-1 wireless remote controllers, or GP-1/GP-1A GPS units |
Wi-Fi | Standards: IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g Operating frequency: 2412 to 2462 MHz (channels 1 to 11) Maximum output power: 8.5 dBm (EIRP) Authentication: Open system, WPA2-PSK |
Bluetooth | Communication protocols: Bluetooth Specification Version 4.1 Operating frequency: Bluetooth: 2402 to 2480 MHz Bluetooth Low Energy: 2402 to 2480 MHz |
Range (line of sight) | Approximately 10 m (32 ft) without interference; range may vary with signal strength and presence or absence of obstacles |
Supported languages | Arabic, Bengali, Bulgarian, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Marathi, Norwegian, Persian, Polish, Portuguese (Portugal and Brazil), Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Spanish, Swedish, Tamil, Telugu, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese |
Battery | One EN-EL15a/EN-EL15* rechargeable Li-ion battery |
Battery pack | Optional MB-D18 multi-power battery pack with one rechargeable Nikon EN-EL18b/EN-EL18a/EN-EL18* Li-ion battery (available separately), one rechargeable Nikon EN-EL15a/EN-EL15* Li-ion battery, or eight AA alkaline, Ni-MH, or lithium batteries. An MH-26a/MH-26 battery charger and BL-5 battery-chamber cover (both available separately) is required when using EN-EL18b/EN-EL18a/EN-EL18* batteries. |
AC adapter | EH-5c/EH-5b AC adapter; requires EP-5B power connector (available separately) |
Tripod socket | 1/4–in. (ISO 1222) |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | Approx. 146 x 124 x 78.5 mm ( 5.8 x 4.9 x 3.1 in.) |
Weight | Approx. 1005 g ( 2 lb. 3.5 oz. ) with battery and XQD memory card but without body cap; approx. 915 g/2 lb. 0.3 oz. (camera body only) |
Operating environment | Temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (+32 °F to 104 °F) Humidity: 85% or less (no condensation) |
Supplied accessories | BF-1B body cap, EN-EL15a rechargeable Li-ion battery with terminal cover, MH-25a battery charger (comes with either an AC wall adapter or power cable of a type and shape that varies with the country or region of sale), HDMI/USB cable clip, UC-E22 USB cable, AN-DC18 strap |