| Features |
| FX-format CMOS Sensor | | Newly engineered for striking image fidelity and low-noise, optimizing pixel size and count in a 12.1-megapixel sensor to produce extraordinarily rich files.
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| Low Noise ISO Sensitivity | | Renowned low-noise performance at 12,800, plus expanded settings to an astounding ISO 102,400 (equivalent) and ISO 100 (equivalent).
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| Continuous Shooting Up to 9 FPS | | Secure exacting moments in time with an expanded buffer, allowing continuous capture of up to 82 JPEG (fine) or 36 14-bit NEF (RAW) images.
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| HD Video Capture | | Record smooth 24 fps HD video, leveraging low-noise D3S image quality along with high fidelity stereo sound capability.
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| One-button Live View | | Two modes for studio or remote shooting—Tripod Mode offers 27x magnification for precise focus confirmation.
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| 3-Inch VGA LCD Monitor | | D3S monitors are individually calibrated during assembly to assure accuracy.
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| Dynamic Integrated Dust Reduction System | | Ultrasonic process combats the accumulation of dust on the optical low-pass filter, safeguarding image quality.
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| Nikon EXPEED Image Processing
| | Drives breathtakingly rich image fidelity, low-noise and fast image processing.
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| Fast, Accurate 51-Point AF System | | 4 Dynamic modes and 15 cross-type sensors deliver AF precision and razor sharpness.
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| 1,005-Pixel 3D Color Matrix Metering II | | Nikon-pioneered RGB metering includes color information to intelligently determine more accurate exposures.
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| Scene Recognition System | | Referencing an onboard image database, teamed with RGB metering, SRS enhances exposure and white balance evaluation and improves AF speed and accuracy.
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| Nikon Picture Control
| | Four preset options and 9 customizable settings provide personalized style control.
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| Specifications |
| Total Pixels | | 12.87 million
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| Effective Pixels | | 12.1 million
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| Image Sensor Format | | FX
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| Image Sensor Type | | CMOS
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| Sensor Size | | 36.0 x 23.9mm
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| Dust-Off Reference Photo | | Yes
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| Storage Media | | CompactFlash© (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA)
MicroDrive©
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| LCD Monitor Size | | 3 in. diagonal
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| LCD Monitor Type | | VGA TFT
Super Density
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| LCD Monitor Resolution | | 921,000 Dots
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| LCD Monitor Angle of View | | 170-degree wide-viewing angle
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| LCD Monitor Adjustments | | Brightness, 7 levels
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| Live View Shooting | | Handheld mode
Tripod mode
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| Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator | | Yes
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| Image Comment | | Yes
Up to 36 characters
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| Voice Memo Function | | Yes
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| Lens Mount | | Nikon F bayonet mount
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| Viewfinder | | SLR-type with fixed eye-level pentaprism
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| Viewfinder Frame Coverage | | Approx. 100%
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| Viewfinder Magnification | | Approx.
0.7x (50mm f/1.4 lens at infinity; -1.0m-1)
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| Focus Modes | | Single-servo AF (S)
Continuous-servo (C)
Manual
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| Focus Lock | | AE-L/AF-L button
Half press of shutter-release button (single-point AF in AF-S)
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| Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points | | 51
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| Single-point AF Mode | | Yes
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| Dynamic AF Mode | | Yes
Number of AF points: 9, 21, 51 and 51 (3D-tracking)
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| Auto-area AF Mode | | Yes
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| Focusing Screen | | BriteView Clear Matte VI - Type B
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| Interchangeable Focusing Screens | | Yes
BriteView Clear Matte VI - Type B
Clear Matte VI - Type E
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| Depth-of-field Control | | Yes
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| Metering Range | | 1) 0 to 20 EV (Matrix or center-weighted metering); 2) 2 to 20 EV (Spot metering) (ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens, at 20 degrees C/68 degrees F)
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| Exposure Compensation | | ±5 EV in increments of 1/3
1/2
1
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| Exposure Lock | | Yes
Exposure locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
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| Exposure Bracketing | | Yes
From 2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1
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| Total custom Settings | | 46
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| My Menu | | Yes: with customization
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| Slowest Shutter Speed | | 30 sec. in steps of 1/3
1/2
1 EV
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| Fastest Shutter Speed | | 1/8000 sec. in steps of 1/3
1/2
1 EV
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| Bulb Shutter Setting | | Yes
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| Shutter type | | Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane
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| Self-timer | | Electronically controlled timer with duration of 2, 5, 10 or 20 sec.
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| Built-in Flash | | No
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| Mirror Lock Up | | Yes
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| Card Slot | | 2 CompactFlash© cards
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| File System | | Compliant with DCF 2.0
DPOF
EXIF 2.21
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| Exposure Meter Coupling | | CPU
AI
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| Battery Type | | Rechargeable
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| Battery / Batteries | | EN-EL4a Lithium-ion Battery
EN-EL4 Lithium-ion Battery
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| Battery Life (shots per charge) | | Approx. 4,200 shots (CIPA)
4,700 shots (Nikon Standard)
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| AC Adaptor | | EH-6 AC Adapter
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| Battery Charger | | MH-21 Quick Charger
MH-22 Quick Charger
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| Supplied Software | | Software Suite CD-ROM
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| Optional Accessories | | WT-4A Wireless Transmitter, DK-17M Magnifying Eyepiece, EH-6 AC Adapter, Capture NX 2 Software, Camera Control Pro 2 Software, Image Authentication Software
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| Interface | | Hi-speed USB
NTSC
PAL
HDMI
10-pin Terminal
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| WiFi Functionality | | FTP file transfer available and PTP/IP with optional WT-4a (IEEE 802.11a/b/g)
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| Accessory Shoe | | Yes
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