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Main features
(from Nikon)
- 12.4 effective megapixel
Nikon DX Format CMOS image sensor featuring optimum image quality and
high-speed 4-channel data output
- Nikon's most advanced image
processing engine is updated to deliver yet higher performance and greater
precision as it produces natural looking images with realistic transitions
between colors and tones
- High-speed continuous
shooting: 5 frames per second (fps) at 12.4 megapixels for up to 17
consecutive NEF (Nikon Electronic Format) or 22 JPEG images; 8 fps for 29 NEF
or 50 JPEG images at 6.8 megapixels in High-speed Crop mode
- High-speed Crop mode
features a new viewfinder mask for more accurate and confident composition
- Refinements to Nikon's
industry-leading 11-area AF system with 9 cross-type AF sensors deliver faster
response and greater precision for optimal performance under the most
challenging shooting conditions
- The advanced color
reproduction system is updated, adding a new Black & White mode choice to the
six available color mode and color profile combinations
- 3D-Color Matrix Metering II
with ambient light sensor and 1,005-pixel RGB sensor delivers consistent and
dependable automatic exposure
- Excellent response featuring
instant start-up and ultra-short 37ms shutter release lag
- Top shutter speed of 1/8,000
second and flash sync speeds up to 1/250 second
- Fast read/write memory card
speed and USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface for faster image transfer
- Large 2.5-inch LCD monitor
with ultra-wide 170° viewing angle for clear image preview and easy access to
settings and information, including RGB Histograms and the Recent Settings
list
- Creative in-camera effects
with Image Overlay and Multiple Exposure, and in-camera trimming with Trim
function
- GPS support records location
information along with shooting data
- Lightweight, durable
magnesium body
- New high-energy EN-EL4a
rechargeable lithium-ion battery features significantly increased capacity,
and provides detailed battery status information.
- Full support for Nikon's
Creative Lighting System and i-TTL flash control when used with the SB-800,
SB-600 or Wireless Close-Up Speedlight Systems
- The D2XS supports more than
50 AF NIKKOR lenses in addition to the growing family of DX NIKKOR lenses
- Support for the Wireless
Transmitter WT-2/2A enables direct transfer of images via wireless LAN.
(WT-1/1A also supported)
- Includes Nikon’s
PictureProject software for easy control over image adjustment and management
- Support for Nikon's new
Capture NX software, which provides easier access to powerful and visually
intuitive enhancement tools that help tap the full potential of NEF images
Specification
(from Nikon)
|
Effective pixels |
12.4
million |
|
Image sensor |
CMOS
sensor, 23.7 x 15.7mm size, 12.84 million total pixels |
|
Image size |
Full
Image: [L] 4,288 x 2,848-pixel / [M] 3,216 x 2,136-pixel / [S] 2,144 x
1,424-pixel;
High Speed Crop Image: [L] 3,216 x 2,136-pixel / [M] 2,400 x 1,600-pixel /
[S] 1,600 x 1,064-pixel |
|
Sensitivity |
100 to
800 (ISO equivalent); HI-0.3, HI-0.5, HI-0.7, HI-1 and HI-2 |
|
Storage media |
CompactFlash™ (CF) Card (Type I/II) and Microdrive™ |
|
LCD monitor |
2.5-in.,
approx. 230,000-pixel low temp. polysilicon TFT LCD with white LED
backlighting; Backlight/brightness adjustment available, allows up to
170-degree viewing angle |
|
Exposure metering |
3D Color
Matrix Metering II, Center-Weighted Metering and Spot Metering |
|
Exposure Modes |
Programmed Auto (Flexible Program possible) [P], Shutter-Priority Auto [A],
Aperture-Priority Auto [A] and Manual [M] |
|
Interface |
USB 2.0
(Hi-Speed) |
|
Power sources |
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4a (11.1V DC), Quick Charger MH-21, AC
Adapter EH-6 (optional) |
|
Dimensions (W x H x D) |
Approx.
157.5 x 149.5 x 85.5mm (6.2 x 5.9 x 3.4 in.) |
|
Weight |
Approx.
1,070g (2.4 lbs) without battery and storage media |
D2X and D2Xs compared at
time of initial D2Xs launch (PDF opens in a new window)
Some of the changes was also added later
to the D2X, via firmware update
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