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The long awaited successor to the D700 does not disappoint Nikon Recently announced the D800/D800E models and they are arguably are among the most anticipated full-featured, and exciting HDSLR cameras to date. Armed with a 36 megapixel FX (aka ‘full-frame”) sensor, and a standard version with the typical low pass-filter as well as the “e” version which has no low-pass filter and therefore eliminates the detail blurring effects, Nikon may have redefined and reshaped DSLR photography by offering the ultimate economically-priced professional cameras for studio and general use. In addition to being a still powerhouse, the D800/800E models offer the same HD video capabilities as the flagship D4; 1080 and p ad various frame rates, and the ability to stream uncompressed video to external recorder when the media cards are removed from the camera. The Suggested Retail Price for the D800 and D800E are $2999.95 and $3299.95 respectively. Pros: Class leading resolution/detail; multimedia capability; build quality and seals; autofocus,; feature set; and cost. Cons: lower continuous burst rate (4-5 fps); the number of people waiting to get their hands on them.; the “E” model will require special software to deal with moiré that may result from the absence of the low-pass filter. For more information visit Nikon USA