Tech Specs
Effective Pixels (Megapixels)
12.4 millionSensor Size
23.7 mmx15.7 mmStorage Media
CompactFlash© (CF) (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA), MicroDrive©ISO Sensitivity
ISO100 -800
Hi-1 (ISO 1600)
Hi-2 (ISO 3200)Monitor Size
2.5 in. diagonalMonitor Type
Low temperature polysilicon TFT, Adjustable brightnessBattery / Batteries
EN-EL4 Lithium-ion Battery, EN-EL4a Lithium-ion BatteryApprox. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)
6.2 in.157.5 mm x 5.9 in.149.5 mm x 3.4 in.85.5 mmApprox. Weight
2.4 oz.1070 g
- Lens MountNikon F bayonet mount
- Picture AngleNikon DX format (Effective picture angle 1.5x [Approx.] conversion factor)
- Effective Pixels (Megapixels)12.4 million
- Sensor Size23.7 mmx15.7 mm
- Total Pixels12.84 million
- Image Area (pixels)DX-format
(L)4,288 x 2,848
(M)3,216 x 2,136
(S)2,144 x 1,424
- File Format Still ImagesUncompressed 12-bit NEF (RAW)
- Storage MediaCompactFlash© (CF) (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA), MicroDrive©
- Card Slot1 CompactFlash© (CF) card
- ViewfinderOptical-type Fixed Eye-Level Pentaprism
- Viewfinder Frame Coverage100 % (Approx.)
- Viewfinder Magnification0.86x (Approx.)
- Viewfinder Eyepoint19.9mm
- Focusing ScreenB-type BriteView Clear Matte Screen III; Interchangeable with Optional E-type Screen with Grid Lines
- Reflex MirrorInstant-return type
- Mirror Lock UpYes
- Lens ApertureInstant-return type with depth-of-field preview button
- Depth-of-Field ControlYes
- Lens Compatibility at a Glance***AF-S or AF lenses fully compatible, Metering with AI lenses
- Compatible LensesAF NIKKOR (including AF-S, DX, VR and D-/G-type) : all functions supported., AF NIKKOR other than D-/G-type: All functions supported except 3D Color Matrix Metering and 3D multi-sensor balanced fill-flash., AI-P NIKKOR: All Functions Supported Except 3D Color Matrix Metering, 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash and AF Supported., D-type Manual-Focus NIKKOR: All Functions Supported Except Autofocus and Some Exposure Modes., Non-CPU AI NIKKOR: Usable in A or M mode with Matrix, Center-Weighted and Spot metering. Indication of Aperture No., after user inputs the aperture f/No. and focal length by multi-selector. Non-CPU: Can be used in mode M, but Exposure Meter does not Function; Electronic Rangefinder can be used if Maximum Aperture is f/5.6 or Faster.
- Shutter TypeElectronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane
- Fastest Shutter Speed1/8000 sec.1/3, 1/2, 1
- Slowest Shutter Speed30 sec.1/3, 1/2, 1
- Bulb Shutter SettingYes
- Top Continuous Shooting Speed at Full Resolution5 frames per second
- Metering Range0 to 20 EV
- Exposure Meter CouplingCPU, AI
- Exposure ModesAperture-Priority Auto (A), Manual (M), Programmed Auto with flexible Program (P), Shutter-Priority Auto (S)
- Exposure Compensation±5 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV
- Exposure LockYes, Luminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
- ISO SensitivityISO100 -800
Hi-1 (ISO 1600)
Hi-2 (ISO 3200) - Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity1001/3, 1/2, 1
- Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity8001/3, 1/2, 1
- Long Exposure Noise ReductionYes
- High ISO Noise ReductionYes
- Dynamic AF ModeDynamic-area AF (supports closest subject priority)
- Auto-Area AF ModeYes
- Focus LockFocus is locked by pressing AE-L/AF-L button or lightly pressing shutter release button in (S) AF
- Focus ModesClosest Subject Priority Dynamic AF, Dynamic Area AF, Group Dynamic AF, Single Area AF, Single-servo AF (S)
- Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points11
- Top FP High Speed SyncUp to1/8000
- Flash Sync ModesFront-curtain sync (normal), Rear-curtain sync, Red-Eye reduction, Red-Eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync
- Accessory ShoeYes
- Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)CLS Supported
- Flash Sync TerminalYes, lock screw provided
- White Balance Bracketing2 to 9 exposures
- Monitor Size2.5 in. diagonal
- Monitor Resolution230000 Dots
- Monitor TypeLow temperature polysilicon TFT, Adjustable brightness
- Monitor Angle of View170-degree wide-viewing angle
- Playback FunctionsFull Frame, Highlight Point Display, Histogram Display, Shooting Data, Slideshow, Thumbnail (4 or 9 segments), Zoom
- Interface802.11b, 802.11g, Hi-speed USB
- Wi-Fi FunctionalityWT-2A
- GPSGP-1 GPS unit
- Total Custom Settings42
- Recent SettingsYes
- Supported LanguagesChinese (Simplified and Traditional), Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Swedish
- Battery / BatteriesEN-EL4 Lithium-ion Battery, EN-EL4a Lithium-ion Battery
- AC AdapterEH-6 AC Adapter
- Battery ChargerMH-21 Quick Charger
- Tripod Socket1/4 inch 20
- Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)6.2 in.157.5 mm x 5.9 in.149.5 mm x 3.4 in.85.5 mm
- Approx. Weight2.4 oz.1070 g
- Not compatible with E-type lensesYes
- External Flash Shoe TypeStandard ISO-type hot-shoe contact with safety lock
- BatteryRechargeable
- Supplied SoftwareSoftware Suite CD-ROM
- Optional AccessoriesEH-6 AC Adapter, DK-17A Anti-fog Finder Eyepiece, DK-19 Rubber Eyepiece cup, DK-17C Eyepiece Correction Lens series, DK-17M Magnifying Eyepiece, DG-2 Eyepiece Magnifier, DR-5 Screw-in Right Angle Viewfinder, Type E Focusing Screen, Camera Control Pro, Nikon Capture NX, Image Authentication Software, WT-2/2A Wireless Transmitter, WA-E1 Extension Antenna
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