If you’re here looking for all of the details on the Nikon D6, then you’re in luck. Rumors have been swirling the last few days about all the new technology Nikon plans to include, how they’re trying to compete with Canon, and whether the price tag will be worth it.
While all of the Nikon D6 specs are still rumor, we’ve got them all right here for you. And, some of them are bound to be true.
Nikon Rumors: Nikon D6 Specs
*Photo is of the Nikon D5
The Nikon D6 had better have in-body image stabilization considering a prominent rumor going around is that the D6 unveiling was delayed thanks to the addition of this technology.
Supposedly, the D6 will also have dual CFExpress memory card slots, new dual EXPEED processors, built-in WiFi, and a 3.2 million-dot touchscreen LCD.
The Nikon D6 may also feature:
- .76-.78x 100% viewfinder
- Multiple silent shooting modes
- Better AF than the Nikon D5
Nikon Rumors 2019: Will the D6 Be Mirrorless?
*Photo is of the Nikon D5
Some purists will say that the D6 better be a DSLR. Why mess with something that’s worked for ages? Others will say that it’s time for DSLRs to go away, and making the D6 a mirrorless camera will help Nikon compete with Canon’s forthcoming high-end mirrorless rigs.
The rumor seeming to win out about whether the Nikon D6 will be a mirrorless is that it will be a DSLR with mirrorless-like qualities, such as in-body image stabilization and the ability to take incredible video.
However, Nikon’s president did admit in an interview that a mirrorless camera similar to the D5 was being developed. Which leads me to believe that we’ll be getting both: a D6 DSLR and a Z series mirrorless version. My theory is proven more true by the fact that Nikon confirmed new Z series cameras are headed for the brand this year.
Nikon Rumors 2019: Nikon D6 Release Date
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As TechRadar is reporting, Nikon may be looking to release the Nikon D6 in time for the 2020 Olympics. Since the Nikon D5 is known for being a phenomenal sports photography camera, and since the 2020 Olympics are being hosted in Nikon’s home city of Tokyo, it’s a pretty convincing argument.
Nikon Rumors also suggests that prototypes are already in testing, which could mean an early 2020 announcement.
Nikon D5 Specs and Nikon D5 Price
The Nikon D5:
- Shoots 12 frames per second
- Shoots 4K video
- Comes with Dual CompactFlash
- Has a 3.2” screen
For some of us, the closest we can get to the newest cameras are the older versions of those cameras.
So, realistically, I’m probably not going to be able to afford the price tag on the Nikon D6 considering I haven’t even been willing to shell out for a Nikon D5. But, everytime a new Nikon camera drops, or gets ready to drop, then another Nikon suddenly drops in price and I can expand my collection.
While the Nikon D5 price was egregious when it first dropped, thanks to places like Paul’s Photo, I was still able to rent one and play around with it for a few days.
So, whether you’re looking to try out the D5 before upgrading to the D6 when it inevitably drops next year, or maybe you’re in my boat and are thinking about splurging for the D5 now that it won’t cost a year of rent, the guy’s over at Paul’s Photos can help you out.
They currently have a $500 rebate on the Nikon D5, making it a smooth $5,999. On the other hand, if you really have your eye on the Nikon D6, but want to try the line out before you buy, then you can also rent the D5 for as cheap as $150.
