Nikon full frame DSLRs worth the money

Опубликовано: 20 Март 2026
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Nikon made 18 DSLR cameras with full frame image sensors. They're still good for photography with excellent image quality.

F-mount lenses are compatible. FX lenses were designed for full frame cameras. DX lenses are for DSLRs with APS-C sized sensors, but they can be used in crop mode.

Lenses can be used on the newer Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras with a lens adapter.
All of cameras have live view, but the D3, D700, and Df can not record videos. Video recording ranges from 720p to 4k with the other cameras.

3 of the Nikon DSLRs have recalls. The D600 is the only model I would outright avoid. You can check the serial number of a D750 or D810 to see if they have been recalled.

People love buying gear, which has led to photographers switching to mirrorless cameras. It's still possible to find lightly used cameras and lenses at a huge discount.

When looking for a full frame DSLR, avoid heavy wear or high shutter counts (Over 100K). Other than the Nikon D3, it should be possible to find camera with shutter counts under 50k.

Models I would go for are the D610 as a entry level option, D800/D810 for portraits, landscapes, still life, etc, and the D850 as a high end option. If you are into sports, action, or wildlife, go with one of the flagships. (D3, D4, D5, D6)

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📢 Nikon D600 service advisory:
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📢 Nikon D750 service advisory from Nikon USA:
https://www.nikonusa.com/service-advi...
https://www.nikonusa.com/service-advi...

📢 Nikon D810 service advisory:
https://www.nikonusa.com/service-advi...

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🥇 Nikon D610 - Best value entry into full frame.
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😍 Nikon D810 - Best high res option for portraits, landscapes, still life, architecture, etc.
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⚡ Nikon D850 - The best Nikon DSLR
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0:00 Nikon DSLRs are my favorite
1:18 Nikon D600 - Oil spot recall
2:02 Nikon D610 - The best entry level full frame camera
3:16 Nikon D750 - Still good? Check the recall
4:28 Nikon D780 - Best Nikon DSLR for video
5:19 Nikon Df - For people want a vintage feel
6:05 Nikon D700 - First pro body, an enthusiasts dream
7:07 Nikon D800 - High megapixel (36.3 MP!)
8:02 Nikon D800E - No anti-aliasing filter
8:54 Nikon D810 - The Best portrait camera
9:28 Nikon D810A - For astrophotography
9:47 Nikon D850 - The GOAT
10:22 Nikon D3 - Built like a tank
11:02 Nikon D3X - Highest MSRP
11:29 Nikon D3S - Better low light
12:00 Nikon D4 - Blazing 10 FPS
12:43 Nikon D4S - Gigabit Ethernet
13:20 Nikon D5 - 1.5 x cropped 4k video
13:49 Nikon D6 - The last DSLR Nikon released
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