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Imaging Spectrum :: Digital Cameras :: Nikon Digital Cameras :: Nikon D3 Digital Camera (25434)

  Nikon D3 Digital Camera (25434)
Nikon D3 Digital Camera (25434)  The 12.1 effective megapixel D3 features Nikon’s new FX-format CMOS sensor, measuring 23.9 x 36mm, which is nearly identical to the size of 35mm film. With the fastest startup time, shortest viewfinder blackout time, and shortest shutter lag of any digital SLR camera as well as the capability to shoot up to nine frames per second at full FX-format resolution, the D3 is the world’s fastest digital SLR camera in its class.
  • A Nikon-original 12.1-megapixel FX-format (23.9 x 36mm) CMOS sensor
  • Continuous shooting at up to 9 frames per second
  • Extreme Low-noise ISO range
  • The 3.0-inch super density 920,000-dot VGA color monitor
  • Fast, accurate 51-point autofocus with 3D Focus Tracking
  • Two LiveView shooting modes
  • Nikon's exclusive Scene Recognition System (SRS)
  • Nikon's Self-diagnostic shutter system
  • New Picture Control settings

Nikon D3 Features:

  • A Nikon-original 12.1-megapixel FX-format (23.9 x 36mm) CMOS sensor, in concert with Nikon's exclusive digital image processing system, delivers breathtakingly rich image quality, while also reducing noise to unprecedented levels with even higher ISOs
  • Continuous shooting at up to 9 frames per second at full FX resolution and up to 11fps inthe DX Crop mode, offers uncompromised shooting speeds for fast-action and sports photography
  • Extreme Low-noise ISO range with Advanced Noise Reduction enables photographers to confidently select from 200-6400 ISO with an expanded range that includes Lo-1 (100 ISO)Hi-1 (12,800 ISO) and Hi-2 (25,600 ISO)
  • The 3.0-inch super density 920,000-dot VGA color monitor with 170-degree wide-angle viewing and tempered-glass protection makes it possible for even more critical image review
  • Fast, accurate 51-point autofocus with 3D Focus Tracking and three Dynamic AF modes deliver exacting autofocus precision at blazing speeds
  • Two LiveView shooting modes, Hand-held or Tripod, are perfect when shooting in a studio, remote situations or from challenging angles
  • Nikon's exclusive Scene Recognition System (SRS), with an improved 1,005-Pixel 3DColor Matrix Metering II, provides even more intelligent auto exposure capabilities, along with smarter auto white balance detection and faster, more accurate AF performance
  • Nikon's Self-diagnostic shutter system, tested to 300,000 cycles, is a clear indication of advanced engineering and durable construction
  • New Picture Control settings give photographers dramatically advanced color control with 4 preset options: Standard, Neutral, Vivid and Monochrome, as well as 9 customizable settings

Nikon D3 Specifications:

  • Type of Camera: Single-lens reflex digital camera
  • Effective Pixels: 12.1 million
  • Image Sensor: CMOS sensor, 23.9 x 36.0 mm; total pixels: 12.87 million; Nikon FX format
  • Image Size (pixels): FX format (36 x 24): 4,256 x 2,832 (L), 3,184 x 2,120 (M), 2,128 x 1,416 (S)
    5:4 (30 x 24): 3,552 x 2,832 (L), 2,656 x 2,120 (M), 1,776 x 1,416 (S)
    DX format (24 x 16): 2,784 x 1,848 (L), 2,080 x 1,384 (M), 1,392 x 920 (S)
  • Storage Media: CompactFlash(TM) (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA); Microdrives
  • Sensitivity: ISO 200 to 6,400 in steps of 1/3, 1/2, or 1 EV; sensitivity decreases approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, or 1 (ISO 100 equivalent) EV below ISO 200, and increases approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1 (ISO 12,800 equivalent), or 2 (ISO 25,600 equivalent) EV over ISO 6,400
  • File System: Compliant with DCF 2.0, DPOF and Exif 2.21
  • Storage System: Compressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW, Lossless compressed): approx. 60-80 percent Compressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW, Compressed): approx. 45-60 percent JPEG: JPEG-baseline-compliant; can be selected from Size priority and Optimal quality
  • White Balance: Auto (TTL white balance with main image sensor and 1,005-pixel RGB sensor); Seven manual modes can be preset with fine-tuning; color temperature setting; white balance bracketing: 2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1, 2 or 3
  • LCD Monitor: 3 in., approx. 920,000-dot (VGA), 170-degree wide-viewing angle, 100 percent TFT LCD with brightness adjustment
  • Interface: Hi-speed USB
  • Compatible Lenses:
    1) Type G or D AF Nikkor: All functions supported
    2) DX AF Nikkor: All functions supported except FX-format (36x24)/5:4 (30x24) image size
    3) AF Nikkor other than type G or D*2: All functions supported except 3D Color Matrix Metering II
    4) AI-P Nikkor: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D Color Matrix Metering II
    5) Non-CPU AI Nikkor: Can be used in exposure modes A and M; electronic rangefinder can be used if maximum aperture is f/5.6 or faster; Color Matrix Metering and aperture value display supported if user provides lens data
    *1. IX Nikkor lenses cannot be used
    *2. Excluding lenses for F3AF.
  • Viewfinder: SLR-type with fixed eye-level pentaprism; built-in diopter adjustment
    (-3 to +1 m-1)
  • Eyepoint: 18 mm (-1.0 m-1)
  • Focusing Screen: Type B BriteView Clear Matte VI screen
  • Viewfinder Frame Coverage: Approx. 100 percent (vertical/horizontal)
  • Viewfinder Magnification: Approx. 0.7x (50mm f/1.4 lens at infinity; -1.0 m-1) Reflex Mirror Quick-return type
  • Autofocus: Autofocus TTL phase detection, 51 focus points (15 cross-type sensors) by Nikon Multi-CAM 3500FX autofocus module; Detection: -1 to +19 EV (ISO 100 at 20 degree C/68 degree F); AF fine adjustment possible. Focal-plane contrast [in LiveView (Tripod) mode]
  • Lens Servo: 1) Autofocus: Single-servo AF (S); continuous-servo AF (C); focus tracking automatically activated according to subject status, 2) Manual focus (M) with electronic rangefinder
  • Focus Area: Single AF point can be selected from 51 or 11 focus points
  • AF Area Mode:
    1) Single-point AF
    2) Dynamic AF [number of AF areas: 9, 21, 51, 51 (3D-tracking)]
    3) Automatic-area AF
  • Focus Lock: Focus can be locked by pressing AE-L/AF-L button or by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-point AF in AF-S)
  • Exposure Metering System: TTL full-aperture exposure metering using 1,005-pixel RGB sensor
    1) 3D Color Matrix Metering II (type G and D lenses); Color Matrix Metering II (other CPU lenses); Color Matrix Metering (non-CPU lenses if user provides lens data)
    2) Center-weighted: Weight of 75 percent given to 8-, 15- or 20-mm circle in center of frame, or weighting based on average of entire frame
    3) Spot: Meters 4-mm circle (about 1.5 percent of frame) centered on selected focus area (on center focus area when non-CPU lens is used)
  • Exposure Modes:
    1) Programmed Auto (P) with flexible program, 2) Shutter-Priority Auto (S), 3) Aperture-Priority Auto (A), 4) Manual (M)
  • Shutter: Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter; 1/8,000 to 30 s in steps of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV; Bulb
  • Flash Control:
    1) TTL flash control with 1,005-pixel RGB sensor; i-TTL balanced fill-flash and standard i-TTL fill-flash available with SB-800, 600 or 400
    2) Auto aperture (AA): Available with SB-800 and CPU lens
    3) Non-TTL auto (A): Available with SB-800, 28, 27 or 22s
    4) Range-priority manual (GN): Available with SB-800
  • Flash Sync Mode:
    1) Front-curtain sync (normal), 2) Slow sync, 3) Rear-curtain sync, 4) Red-eye reduction, 5) Redeye reduction with slow sync
  • Power Source: One EN-EL4a/EL4 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, MH-22 Quick Charger, EH-6 AC Adapter (optional)
  • Tripod Socket: 1/4 in. (ISO 1222)
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 6.3 x 6.2 x 3.4 in. Approx. (159.5 x 157 x 87.5 mm)
  • Weight: Approx. 2.7 lb. (1,240 g) without battery, memory card, body cap or accessory shoe cover

Nikon D3 Accessories:

  • Supplied Accessories: EN-EL4a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, MH-22 Quick Charger, UC-E4 USB Cable, EG-D2 Audio Video Cable, AN-D3 Camera Strap, BF-1A Body Cap, BS-2 Accessory Shoe Cap, DK-17 Eyepiece, BL-4 Battery Chamber Cover, USB Cable Clip, Software Suite CD-ROM *Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area
  • Optional Accessories: WT-4a Wireless Transmitter, DK-17M Magnifying Eyepiece, EH-6 AC Adapter, Capture NX Software, Camera Control Pro 2 Software, Image Authentication Software

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    Part #:25434
    Weight6.00 lbs
    Availability In Stock
    Price: $4,999.95

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