Not going to smack talk but your friend doesnt know about much about Nikon's move on a high MP body and to be frank, Nikon lenses can sustain the high MP.

D800 is a specific camera for still shooters but heck, you can use it for other purpose too. NIKKOR pro lenses reportedly to be able to cope with the high MP.

D800 produce a very detailed rendition. If compared to D4, D4 looks soft @ 100% while D800 @ 100% looks crispy sharp. Tested with 300mm f/2.8 AF-I, 80-200mm AF-S, and 70-210mm AF-D

Though I didnt have the D800 with me, I cant share the comparison pics but I can have this video to support my comparison.. http://youtu.be/5g65ANaVnL4

When Canon came out 5D Mark II.. its clearly that Canon is directing themselves into videography so MP chase or not, each makers have their own goals and direction now.

This post has been edited by onscreen: Apr 14 2012, 10:31 AM