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Main features
(from Nikon)
- All-new 12.3 effective
megapixel Nikon DX-format CMOS image sensor with integrated A/D converter and
the increased bit precision of selectable 14-bit NEF (RAW) output
- Incorporates Nikon's
original EXPEED digital image processing concept
- Nikon's original Scene
Recognition System greatly improves autofocus, auto exposure and auto white
balance performance
- New 51-point autofocus
system features 15 cross-type sensors that maximize the potential of lenses
with apertures as small as f/5.6
- Viewfinder with approx.100%
frame coverage and large approx.0.94 magnification (50mm f/1.4 lens at
infinity, –1.0 m-1)
- Rapid 8 fps*1 or
6 fps*2 continuous shooting for up to 100 shots*3*4
- New Picture Control System
for image finishing optimized to match individual preferences
- Quick response of 0.13 sec.
power-up and 0.045 sec. shutter release time lag*5
- Two liveview modes enable
shooting while confirming subjects in the LCD monitor
- Magnesium alloy body for
light weight and rugged durability
- 3-inch LCD with 920,000-dot
(VGA) resolution and a 170° ultra-wide viewing angle
- Active D-Lighting optimizes
tone reproduction in both shadows and highlights
- Shutter speeds ranging from
1/8,000 to 30 s for full creative control
- Optional Multi-Power Battery
Pack MB-D10 extends shooting capability, enhances stability, and provides the
further shooting potential of added controls
- Built-in Speedlight with
i-TTL flash control and full support for Nikon's Creative Lighting System
- Support for the Wireless
Transmitter WT-4 (optional) enables direct cable-free image transfer to a
compatible computer
- Includes Nikon’s Software
Suite software for easy control over image adjustment and management
- Supported by Nikon
Capture NX software (optional), to explore the extensive potential of NEF
(Nikon Electronic Format)
*1 When using AC Adapter EH-5a/EH-5 or Multi-Power
Battery Pack MB-D10 with batteries other than Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
EN-EL3e
*2 When using Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e
*3 NORMAL – LARGE image setting, using a SanDisk Extreme IV CompactFlash 1 GB
card
*４ When shooting in Continuous-servo AF (C), Shutter-Priority Auto [S] or
Manual [M] exposure modes, at a shutter speed of 1/250 s or faster with other
settings at default
*5 When shooting in JPEG, TIFF or 12-bit NEF (RAW) formats
Our
Note
- A spectacular camera, our first choice out
of the range, its what we both now use for most of our photography.
- No downside to this camera, but you do need
to have training to get the benefits it provides.
Specification (from Nikon)
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Effective pixels |
12.3
million |
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Image sensor |
CMOS
sensor, 23.6 x 15.8 mm; total pixels: 13.1 million; Nikon DX format |
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Image size |
4,288 x
2,848 [L], 3,216 x 2,136 [M], 2,144 x 1,424 [S] |
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Sensitivity |
ISO 200
to 3200 in steps of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV with additional settings of approx.
0.3, 0.5, 0.7 and 1 EV (ISO 100 equivalent) under ISO 200 and approx. 0.3,
0.5, 0.7 and 1 EV (ISO 6400 equivalent) over ISO 3200 |
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Storage media |
CompactFlash (CF) Card (Type I and II, UDMA compliant), Microdrive |
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LCD monitor |
3-in.,
approx. 920,000-dot (VGA), 170-degree wide viewing angle, 100% frame
coverage, low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with brightness adjustment |
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Exposure metering |
3D Color
Matrix Metering II, Center-Weighted and Spot Metering |
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Exposure modes |
1)
Programmed Auto (P) with flexible program
2) Shutter-Priority Auto (S)
3) Aperture-Priority Auto (A)
4) Manual (M) |
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Interface |
Hi-Speed
USB |
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Power sources |
One
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e, Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10
(optional) with one Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4a, EN-EL4 or EN-EL3e
or eight R6/AA-size alkaline (LR6), Ni-MH (HR6), lithium (FR6) batteries, or
nickel-manganese ZR6 batteries, AC Adapter EH-5a (optional) |
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Dimensions (W x H x D) |
Approx.
147 x 114 x 74 mm (5.8 x 4.5 x 2.9 in.) |
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Weight |
Approx.
825 g (1.82 lbs.) without battery, memory card, body cap, or monitor cover |
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