| Features |
| 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS imaging sensor | | Coupled with Nikon's EXPEED image processing technologies and NIKKOR optics, breathtaking image fidelity is assured.
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| Continuous shooting as fast as 4.5 frames-per-second | | Combined with fast 0.15ms power-up and split-second 65ms shooting lag, dramatic action and decisive moments are captured easily.
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| World’s first D-SLR with an HD movie mode | | Record cinematic-quality 24fps movie clips with sound at up to 720p HD (1280 x 720 pixels) in Motion JPEG format, enhanced by NIKKOR interchangeable lens quality and versatility.
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| Low noise ISO sensitivity from 200 to 3200 | | High signal-to-noise components and design deliver exceptional performance, even at high ISO setting.
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| 3-inch super-density 920,000-dot color LCD monitor | | High resolution, 170-degree wide-angle viewing guarantees confident image review and movie playback.
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| Built-in image sensor cleaning | | Effective 4-frequency, ultrasonic sensor cleaning frees image degrading dust particles from the sensor's optical low pass filter.
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| 11-point AF system | | Consistently fast and accurate autofocus, reinforced by the Nikon Scene Recognition System, delivers razor sharpness in a wide variety of conditions.
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| One-button Live View | | Easy to use Live View activates access to 3 contrast detection focus modes including Face Priority AF.
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| Nikon 3D Color Matrix Metering II with Scene Recognition System | | Nikon's renowned 420-pixel RGB 3D Color Matrix Metering II, teamed with the exclusive Scene Recognition System, evaluates images, referencing an on-board database of over 30,000 photographic scenes, for unmatched exposure accuracy.
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| Comprehensive exposure control | | Five advanced scene modes plus Program Auto, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority and Manual.
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| Auto Active D-Lighting | | Selectable and Automatic, Active D-Lighting optimizes details within shadows and highlights, taming high-contrast situations in real time.
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| Durable, high precision shutter | | Testing to over 100,000 cycles assures shutter life and accuracy.
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| In-Camera Image Editing | | Creative freedom stems from exclusive in-camera image editing, featuring Fisheye effect, Straighten and Distortion Control as well as D-Lighting, Red-eye Reduction, Image Overlay, Monochrome and more.
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| GPS geo-tagging | | GP-1 GPS unit (optional) provides automatic real-time geo-tagging.
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| Specifications |
| Image Sensor Format | | DX
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| Image Sensor Type | | CMOS
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| Sensor Size | | 15.8 x 23.6mm
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| Total Pixels | | 12.9 million
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| Effective Pixels | | 12.3 million
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| Image Area (pixels) | | DX-format
(L) 4288x2848
(M)3216x2136
(S)2144x1424
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| Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution | | 4.5 frames per second
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| Continuous Shooting Options | | DX-format
CH: Up to 4.5 frames per second
CL: Up to 4 frames per second
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| LCD Monitor Size | | 3 in. diagonal
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| LCD Monitor Type | | Super Density
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| LCD Monitor Resolution | | 920,000 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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| Shutter type | | Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane
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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 | | 1/4000 sec. in steps of 1/3
1/2
1 EV
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| Bulb Shutter Setting | | Yes
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| Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity | | 200 in steps of 1/3
1/2
1 EV
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| Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity | | 3200 in steps of 1/3
1/2
1 EV
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| Lowest Expanded ISO Sensitivity | | Lo-1 (ISO 100 equivalent)
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| Highest Expanded ISO Sensitvity | | Hi-1 (ISO 6400 equivalent)
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| Expanded ISO Sensitivity Options | | Lo-1 (ISO 100 equivalent) in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV
Hi-1 (ISO 6400 equivalent) in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV
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| Storage Media | | SD
SDHC
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| File Format | | JPEG: JPEG-baseline-compliant; can be selected from Size Priority and Optimal Quality
AVI
Compressed 12-bit NEF (RAW)
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| File System | | Compliant with DCF 2.0
DPOF
EXIF 2.21
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| Exposure Metering System | | 420 pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering II
Center-weighted
Spot
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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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| Interface | | Hi-speed USB
NTSC
HDMI
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| Lens Mount | | Nikon F bayonet mount
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| Viewfinder | | -2.0 to +1.0 m-1
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| Built-in Flash | | Yes
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Dust-Off Reference Photo | | Yes
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| Flash Sync Speed | | Up to 1/200
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| Self-timer | | 2, 5, 10, 20 seconds duration
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Battery Type | | Rechargeable
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| Battery / Batteries | | EN-EL3e Lithium-ion Battery
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AC Adaptor | | EH-5a AC Adapter
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| Battery Charger | | MH-18a Quick Charger
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| Battery Life (shots per charge) | | 850 shots (CIPA)
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| Supplied Software | | Software Suite CD-ROM
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