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Nikon D4

February 26, 2013 • Blog, Gear Talk

I have been shooting a D4 for a few months now after finally parting with my D3.  I have gone through every D single digit camera Nikon has made…they only get better.  But the D3 was a landmark camera in terms of noise performance and speed.  Could the D4 really be better.  Yes!

I shoot a lot of fast moving sports and wildlife, so I always need a speed shooting machine.  Take a look at the sequence above.  16 frames captured in one sequence; the D4 is practically on fire cranking out RAW files at 10 FPS.  Focusing is instantaneous, and like previous versions this camera is a tank.  I really like the improved grip for vertical shooting, and the larger files size is just right for my publishing needs.

I have shot the D4 at ISO 3200 and 6400, and the files are better than the D3.  Did I mention built for punishment?  I have been shooting in snowstorms a lot lately, and I never worry about the D4 performance.  I also have been shooting skiing at 10 below and bouncing the camera around in my pack all day; the D4 just keeps on ticking.  And kudos to Dave, the amazing skier in this image.  I can only imagine the view he gets that high in the sky!

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