Thread: Nikon D810?
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      12-20-2014, 03:21 PM   #20
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Originally Posted by dcstep View Post
I don't know the Nikon lenses, but I know focal lengths on full-frame cameras. My kit is 15/2.8 fisheye, 24-105/f4, 70-200/f4 and 500/f4, with 1.4x and 2.0x Teleconverters and a 25mm extension tube.

Given the exceptional high-ISO performance of the D810, I'd suggest seriously considering f/4 lenses over f/2.8, in general. Use higher ISO to get your speed, not a heavier, larger lens. If you "must" have a big aperture at some focal length, like 80, 90 or 100mm for portraits, then consider a prime.
I disagree whole heartedly. ISO performance should be a last resort. As the ISO increases you lose dynamic range in the file.
What's the point of paying all that money for a D810 if you purposely compromise that image quality?

Increasing ISO is the last thing I do when I run out of options. My advice is buy the best you can afford and then do what you HAVE to do from there.
If you are serious about your photos never have a game plan that starts by compromising the quality of your images.
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