Nikon D3
February 8th, 2010
Main Features Nikon’s original FX-format CMOS image sensor with 36.0 (H) x 23.9 (V) mm image size; 12.1 effective megapixels Compatible with three image-sensor formats ? FX format (36 x 24), 5:4 (30 x 24) and DX format (24 x 16) Sensitivity range ISO 200 to 6400 at normal setting for exceptionally high-quality images; can be set to ISO-equivalent 25,600 Incorporates Nikon’s original EXPEED digital image processing concept Nikon’s original Scene Recognition system, utilizing the 1,005-pixel RGB sensor, 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 High-speed continuous shooting at approx. 9 frames per second [FX format (36 x 24)/5:4 (30 x 24)]/approx. 11 fps [DX format (24 x 16)] *1 Newly employed Picture Control System enables creation of desired picture with preferred tones Accurate focal-plane contrast AF*2 available with built-in Liveview mode Wireless Transmitter WT-4*3 (optional) realizes wireless connection of cameras with a PC, enabling thumbnail display of images taken with up to five of them, and downloading of images selected CF card double slot accepts two CF cards Quick response with approx. 0.12 sec. startup time and 37 ms Shutter-release time lag Viewfinder with approx. 100% frame coverage and approx. 0.7x magnification in FX format High-definition (920,000 dots), 170˚ viewing angle, 3-inch VGA LCD monitor with tempered glass Active D-Lighting optimizes tone reproduction in both shadows and highlights Specifications Effective pixels 12.1 million Image sensor CMOS sensor, 36.0 x 23.9 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] Sensitivity ISO