SnapChick Unboxing the Nikon D800

www.snapchick.com Leigh unboxes her new DSLR.
Video Rating: 4 / 5

Chris McLennan talks about his experiences as an international wildlife photographer and gives hints and tips about flash photography, using natural light, macro shots and how to shoot wide angles for some amazing results. Join in, find the inspiration for your photography and share at www.canon.com.au/worldofeos

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46 responses to “SnapChick Unboxing the Nikon D800”

  1. The4670 Avatar
    The4670

    you must be rich to own so many cameras

  2. michaelhinckley Avatar
    michaelhinckley

    I JUST GOT THE D800. LOVE IT.

  3. TheSnapChick Avatar
    TheSnapChick

    I’ve had no issues with the D800

  4. Chris Chadwick Avatar
    Chris Chadwick

    Hello from the UK. I own the Nikon D3 and the D7000 for making videos. Would it be worth buying the D800 as it does both? I have noticed on some forums that there has been autofocus issues. Have you had any issues with the D800. Thanks.

  5. Erik Ballew Avatar
    Erik Ballew

    My dream girl with my dream camera!!

  6. spearmintmonkey Avatar
    spearmintmonkey

    It’s crying out for me also but my credit cards are just plain crying 🙁
    Keep up the great videos 🙂

  7. TheSnapChick Avatar
    TheSnapChick

    It cried out for me. I couldn’t resist! I own a Canon point and shoot, and I’ve owned a Canon DSLR, and a few random point and shoots from various brands.

  8. spearmintmonkey Avatar
    spearmintmonkey

    Snappy, I thought you were not interested in he D800.
    Do you own any other brand cameras or just Nikon?

  9. TejeshwarTaneja Avatar
    TejeshwarTaneja

    A very nice camera. Many congratulations.

  10. TejeshwarTaneja Avatar
    TejeshwarTaneja

    Would love to see landscapes etc from this camera. May I request you to do a landscape tutorial too? (really interested in light metering techniques etc for daytime landscapes..)

  11. nightdrifterable Avatar
    nightdrifterable

    wow u r rich!

  12. darthpy Avatar
    darthpy

    so much power in that box

  13. Gewitterhahn Avatar
    Gewitterhahn

    for better pikture quality I would pay 1000€ more.

  14. qualityseorankings Avatar
    qualityseorankings

    Great Looking video

  15. 77appyi Avatar
    77appyi

    when you come to look at stranded zooms,have you had any thoughts on the Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 VC USD… as its the only FX lens with image stabilising and seams to get good reports with sharpness

  16. TheSnapChick Avatar
    TheSnapChick

    Amazon. Waited a couple of months.

  17. TheSnapChick Avatar
    TheSnapChick

    It’s the “other lens” I mention toward the end of the video.

  18. TheSnapChick Avatar
    TheSnapChick

    It’s on my list for consideration.

  19. TheSnapChick Avatar
    TheSnapChick

    I’m not interested in zooms for the D800 yet.

  20. swedendive Avatar
    swedendive

    why pay extra 400 US dollar more for a filter ?

  21. VicTheVicar Avatar
    VicTheVicar

    As fun as a wide-angle lens is, it’s also hard to use. I wouldn’t go wider than 24 mm, and the 2.8 is as sharp as the zooms wide open. So save your money. But don’t be foolish and get the 28mm f2.8 – it’s just money down the drains compared to the 24.

  22. bigbobbobbins Avatar
    bigbobbobbins

    Great video. The best tutorial out there. Thanks

  23. elregio23 Avatar
    elregio23

    Love your equipment!!! I wish I had the money to buy the 400mm 2.8.

  24. CanonAustralia Avatar
    CanonAustralia

    Thanks for your question – please refer to 2:45 in the video – we have put a link to ND Grad filters for you. Cheers.

  25. WildlifeObsessed Avatar
    WildlifeObsessed

    Apologies if this is dumb Q, but ‘ND grad filters’ is or are what ……. ?

  26. CanonAustralia Avatar
    CanonAustralia

    Hi there - thanks for your feedback. A simple UV filter will suffice to stop sand and dust from affecting your lens. You might also want to think about ND grad filters – to help you soften out the harsh light from the sun. Good luck!

  27. WildlifeObsessed Avatar
    WildlifeObsessed

    Excellent. Advice and content without being single Solution biased. Love any input regarding Filters. For a forthcoming Safari – Namibia in Oct/Nov. biggest Issue is sand and dust, but not wanting to compromise colour etc through wrong choices. Thanks

  28. CanonAustralia Avatar
    CanonAustralia

    Hi there – have you heard of the Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM? We would recommend that lens for you at this stage. Let us know how you go.

  29. Drew Cavanaugh Avatar
    Drew Cavanaugh

    I am a professional fishing guide here in central Florida and I would like to be able to get high quality shots of my clients catch along with being able to take outstanding pictures of the wildlife here on the refuge. Can you suggest a great overall lens? I have a Canon EOS XSi 450D.
    Thank You.

  30. Christopher Nielsen Avatar
    Christopher Nielsen

    Great inspiration!

  31. XxetcherxX Avatar
    XxetcherxX

    I’m 18 years of age and aiming to take up photography at university, during the long wait this summer for my exam results I’m wanting to photograph all over Britain and this video has given me the last push and boost of inspiration I needed, thankyou.

  32. ggautam892 Avatar
    ggautam892

    great

  33. CanonAustralia Avatar
    CanonAustralia

    Hi there – it does depend on what you want out of the cameras. Do take a look at our website for more information: canon.com.au/For-You/EOS-Digital-SLR-Cameras

    Do let us know how you go.

    Cheers,
    The Canon team.

  34. nima0071 Avatar
    nima0071

    would you say to get the canon 1DX or the canon 1D mark 4 for the wildlife photography?
    or the 5d3?

  35. PixelOrgy Avatar
    PixelOrgy

    i luv this guy so much, just the way he talks n the aura he projects. wht a great artist!!

  36. Foto101tutorials Avatar
    Foto101tutorials

    Great video

  37. zacsg1 Avatar
    zacsg1

    no prob, great video BTW :D

  38. CanonAustralia Avatar
    CanonAustralia

    Thanks. Yes, the EOS 7D has a burst rate of 8fps. Apologies for this. Please check out our website for more details of the EOS 7D: canon.com.au/For-You/EOS-Digital-SLR-Cameras/7D Cheers, the Canon team.

  39. zacsg1 Avatar
    zacsg1

    The 7D is 8 fps is it not? :s

  40. Michael Rowlandson Avatar
    Michael Rowlandson

    I must say, thank you Canon for providing the equipment I need in order to make a living from my passion. Currently am saving up for a 500mm f4 as well as the 1dX. Thank you Chris McLennan for providing some awesome insight into the world of nature photography.

  41. CanonAustralia Avatar
    CanonAustralia

    It is a proboscis monkey. Cheers, the Canon team.

  42. CanonAustralia Avatar
    CanonAustralia

    It depends on your gear and level of expertise. If you want full control, then MF will be the way to go. Cheers, the Canon team.

  43. Warren Chua Avatar
    Warren Chua

    What do you guys suggest I use? What do professional photographers use Af or Mf ?

  44. Jeffry Suryono Avatar
    Jeffry Suryono

    Thank you for sharing.

    What is the animal call at 5:26 ? Thanks

  45. Roger Dodger Avatar
    Roger Dodger

    You’re a cool guy man. Way to go out and live the dream.

  46. TheSnaunner Avatar
    TheSnaunner

    You are lucky for what you do. You should be grateful! Awesome vid!