🖼️ Image Quality

• D810 Sensor: 36.3‑megapixel full‑frame CMOS sensor with no optical low‑pass filter, delivering extremely sharp detail.
• 85mm f/1.8: Known for crisp rendering, smooth bokeh, and flattering compression for portraits.
• Together, they produce images with both technical precision and aesthetic character.

🌙 Low‑Light Performance

• The f/1.8 aperture allows plenty of light in, making handheld shooting possible in dim environments.
• On the D810, ISO performance is solid up to 3200–6400, so combined with the lens’s speed, you can shoot indoors or at night with confidence.

👤 Portrait Strengths

• Focal Length: 85mm is a classic portrait length — it gives natural perspective without distortion.
• Background Separation: Wide aperture creates creamy bokeh, isolating subjects beautifully.
• Skin Tones: The D810’s sensor and the lens’s rendering combine to produce natural, nuanced skin tones.

⚙️ Practical Considerations

• Weight/Balance: The D810 is a robust body (880g), and the 85mm f/1.8 is relatively light (350g), so the combo balances well in hand.
• Autofocus: Fast and reliable, though not as snappy as Nikon’s pro f/1.4 primes.
• Field Use: Excellent for portraits, events, street candids, and even compressed landscapes.

✨ Best Use Cases

• Studio and environmental portraits.
• Weddings and events where subject isolation matters.
• Low‑light documentary work.
• Artistic projects where sharpness and bokeh interplay are key.

👉 In short: the D810 + 85mm f/1.8 is a portrait powerhouse — sharp, flattering, and versatile, with enough speed for low‑light and enough resolution for large prints.