Who remembers the hype (and headaches) of the Nikon D800? A DSLR revolution that took us by surprise

A Nikon D800 DSLR camera with a large lens, displayed against a dark background, showcasing its sleek design and features.

The Nikon D800 opened the door to something huge – a 36.3MP full-frame sensor, the highest resolution DSLR had ever seen back in 2012. It dropped jaws and challenged even medium format cameras. Nobody saw such a DSLR coming, nor the drama of its introduction.

Now, 13 years later, the Nikon D800 has become a cult classic that's still relevant if you want a stunning full-frame camera at an affordable price.