I don't own a D800, but my only question would be: get tired of detail? I don't think so.
Of course, I often end up going through PS which results in a 200 MB file. So I'm kinda used to big. Of course, that means memory and whatnot, but that's expected.
Also: The ratio of 24Mp/36Mp is 2/3, so it's not like you're going to see an amazing reduction in size. I think if you want detail but a (much) smaller filesize you should get a used D3/D3s.
Why wouldn't one just down size the files in the menu?.....
I am not positive, but I don't believe you can downsize RAW images, only JPG.
Right?
According to the D800 manual, page 80, there are 4 crop modes available: FX (36MP), 1.2x(25MP), 1.5x(16MP) and 5:4(30MP). Of course, these aren't compressed versions of the full frame, they are portions of the sensor. Not the same as full frame with a lower pixel density, but possibly suitable for some.
According to the D800 manual, page 80, there are 4 crop modes available: FX (36MP), 1.2x(25MP), 1.5x(16MP) and 5:4(30MP). Of course, these aren't compressed versions of the full frame, they are portions of the sensor. Not the same as full frame with a lower pixel density, but possibly suitable for some.
But later (page 88): "...the option selected for image size does not affect the size of NEF (RAW) images. ... NEF (RAW) images have the dimensions given for large (L-size) images..."
According to the D800 manual, page 80, there are 4 crop modes available: FX (36MP), 1.2x(25MP), 1.5x(16MP) and 5:4(30MP). Of course, these aren't compressed versions of the full frame, they are portions of the sensor. Not the same as full frame with a lower pixel density, but possibly suitable for some.
But later (page 88): "...the option selected for image size does not affect the size of NEF (RAW) images. ... NEF (RAW) images have the dimensions given for large (L-size) images..."
I consider my reading a few extra pages of the manual for a camera I own (as opposed to you...who read part of a manual for a camera you don't own) to be a small "thank you" for all your great contributions to this site.
I own a d800 and I actually wouldn't mind double the res.
When the last candle has been blown out
and the last glass of champagne has been drunk
All that you are left with are the memories and the images-David Cooke.
I'm a D800 owner too and have no problems with the file sizes. At first it was a shocker, but you quickly learn to appreciate the file sizes. Especially when you start to zoom in and you have all this resolution at your finger tips. I actually upgraded from the D700 (which I still own). As Scotty mentioned, I too would gladly take larger files if it meant even more resolution.
I bought the D800 FOR the resolution. The crop possibilities are amazing. Then there is the landscape photography. I only notice a slower copy to computer. Even with the increased file size, I have challenges filling a 2TB portable hard drive. Mine is a keeper.....
garyrhook wrote: I don't own a D800, but my only question would be: get tired of detail? I don't think so.
Of course, I often end up going through PS which results in a 200 MB file. So I'm kinda used to big. Of course, that means memory and whatnot, but that's expected.
Also: The ratio of 24Mp/36Mp is 2/3, so it's not like you're going to see an amazing reduction in size. I think if you want detail but a (much) smaller filesize you should get a used D3/D3s.
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