nikon equivalent to canon 5d mark ii

2008 was an interesting year for digital SLR cameras and photographers in general, even if one ignores the ultra-LA_MOST Hassleblad range of Leica and Red. The three main actors in the digital SLR (Nikon and Canon, each with about 40% of the market, and Sony, with nearly 10%), all cameras up milestone. Then we will detail their views, and spleen.

Nikon

After his release in 2007 with the revolutionary Nikon D3 and D300, the stakes were very high for 2008, but generally did not disappoint with four new bodies:

Nikon D60

Although not revolutionary, the Nikon D60 replaces the Nikon D40x range of consumers, in a small package for the better, becoming one of the smallest and lightest digital SLR ever made.

Nikon D700

Coming almost a total surprise, the Nikon D700 was launched in mid-summer, which contains the 12-megapixel full frame of the D3 flagship, but with a body similar to D300. At $ 3,000, this camera was the Nikon FX commitment, and the camera became an instant the choice of many professionals who do not need the closing time or the advanced features of D3 (eg, for wedding photographers).

However, in the months following its launch, the Sony A900 was released with a 24 megapixel sensor full-frame for the same MSRP, and Canon 5D Mark II, left a 21-megapixel sensor and full frame HD Video 1080p for $ 2700.

Although the D700 is the most complete package (autofocus better, better support scrutiny and the vast majority of the 12 megapixels is a lot), is under intense pressure from rivals megapixel high. Just four months after launch, retail prices have fallen 25% in the range of 2300 $ U.S. a model.

Nikon D90

Replacing the range Nikon D80, the Nikon D90 respect took the D300 sensor, improved slightly, add video and put in a smaller and lighter with scene modes and an autofocus most basic and measurement.

The Nikon D90 SLR is the worlds first feature HD video capture how 720p/24 fps. However, few weeks later, Canon announced a video provides much more complete with the Canon 5D Mark II and the video remains the deepest of the D90, autofocus and without some control over the elements as the key exposure.

A $ 999, this company has helped consumers Nikon programming, creating a DSLR exceptionally increased power consumption on the Nikon D90.

Nikon D3x

After years of rumors, Nikon has finally announced, which is high megapixel camera, 24 megapixel Nikon D3x.

The camera immediately sparked a backlash with its price point of $ 8000, when release was approximately twice the sales price of the Nikon D3. This noise is only further enhanced when it was revealed, only significant differences between the D3 and D3x were the sensor and the EXPEED processor slightly improved, combined with the fact Sony can produce a DSLR with the same sensor size of a whopping $ megapixel 3000.

This device is aimed squarely at the studio / photographer Landscape and initial tests have shown that the sensor is clean higher ISO that of Sony (but comparable with the 5D Mark II, which has fewer megapixels). So while this is clearly an impressive camera, remains to be seen how photographers can really justify the price tag.

Canon

Besides some digital SLRs, from entry level, can had two major launches in 2008.

Canon EOS 50D

Replacing the 40D, the Canon 50D includes a 1.6 megapixel sensor 15 crops, which is the highest pixel density available today (equivalent to a full frame sensor of 39 megapixels).

However, the host original was not particularly positive. Because the high density of pixels, the camera suffers more diffraction effects cons, not the high ISO capability that many hoped it would, and shows the problems with lenses longer than any previous model. However, it remains a solid unit at its current price a little street more than $ 1,000.

Canon EOS 5D Mark II

Probably the most significant release of the year, 21-megapixel Canon 5D replacement with a Full Frame sensor, ISO sensitivity similar to the new Nikon D3x, and became the first digital SLR functions capture full HD video 1080p. Despite some initial problems (like the famous "black spot" problem), $ 2,700 Canon provides a set of impressive features, and appears to have dealt a blow to what is probably the best prosumer package on the market today.

Sony

After consolidating its range of consumers, Sony was after the advanced user market with the A900 Sony 24-megapixel full-frame sensor for less than $ 3,000.

Sony A900

The camera lacks the basic features expected in today's digital SLR such as Live View, but the camera available with 24 megapixels is the $ 8,000 Nikon D3x. But more importantly only the competition from Canon 5D Mark II, which has a resolution of slightly less than 21 megapixels, but more than compensates with its smaller 2,700 $ label, the full price of 1080p HD video and features like Live View mode.

While clearly a camera impressive, with a solid price, unless you really need an additional resolution, which would be very difficult to choose the Sony over the Canon.

Abstract

With the revolutionary camera in Nikon D3x, Nikon D90, Canon 50D and Canon 5D Mark II, 2008 solidified full-frame sensors on the market has experienced a steady push toward more megapixels, and video saw the introduction of digital SLR cameras.

Looking ahead, 2009 should be an interesting year. A negative balance of economic conditions and fierce competition for market share, we should see prices fall, and features such Mature video as several interesting, if not revolutionary cameras in the near future.

Steve Denton has been a Photographer using Nikon equipment for over 20 years, since he bought his first Nikon F Photomic.

He also runs the web site http://www.DentonImages.com, a web site dedicated to DSLR photography, covering the latest news from the major manufactures including Nikon, Canon, Leica and Hasselblad, as well as equipment reviews, articles, travel and galleries.

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