Tech Specs
Effective Pixels (Megapixels)
12.1 millionSensor Size
36 mmx23.9 mmImage Sensor Format
FXStorage Media
CompactFlash© (CF) (Type I, compliant with UDMA)ISO Sensitivity
ISO200 -6400
Lo-1 (ISO 100)
Hi-1 (ISO 12,800)
Hi-2 (ISO 25,600)Monitor Size
3 in. diagonalMonitor Type
Super Density, Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCDBattery / Batteries
EN-EL3e Lithium-ion BatteryApprox. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)
5.8 in.147 mm x 4.8 in.123 mm x 3 in.77 mmApprox. Weight
35 oz.995 g
- Lens MountNikon F bayonet mount
- Picture AngleEquivalent to angle produced by lens focal length (1/5 times when DX format is selected)
- Effective Pixels (Megapixels)12.1 million
- Sensor Size36 mmx23.9 mm
- Image Sensor FormatFX
- Total Pixels12.87 million
- Dust-Off Reference PhotoYes
- Image Area (pixels)FX-format
(L)4,256 x 2,832
(M)3,184 x 2,120
(S)2,128 x 1,416
DX-format
(L)2,784 x 1,848
(M)2,080 x 1,384
(S)1,392 x 920
- File Format Still ImagesCompressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW, Compressed): approx. 45-60 percent, Compressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW, Lossless Compressed): approx. 60-80 percent, JPEG: JPEG-Baseline Compliant; can be selected from Size Priority and Optimal Quality, TIFF (RGB), Uncompressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW)
- Storage MediaCompactFlash© (CF) (Type I, compliant with UDMA)
- Card Slot1 CompactFlash© (CF) card
- File SystemCompliant withDCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0, DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), EXIF 2.21 (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras)
- ViewfinderSLR-type with Fixed Eye-Level Pentaprism
- Viewfinder Frame Coverage95 % (Approx.)
- Viewfinder Magnification0.72x (Approx.)
- Viewfinder Eyepoint18mm
- Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment-3 to + 1m¯¹
- Focusing ScreenType B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VI screen with AF Brackets
- Reflex MirrorQuick-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 other than type G or D*2: All Functions Supported Except 3D Color Matrix Metering II., AI-P NIKKOR: All Functions supported except autofocus and 3D Color Matrix Metering II., DX AF NIKKOR: All Functions Supported Except FX-format (36x24)/5:4 (30x24) Image Size., 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., Type G or D AF NIKKOR: All Functions Supported.
- Fastest Shutter Speed1/8000 sec.
- Slowest Shutter Speed30 sec.
- Flash Sync Speed1/250 sec.
- Bulb Shutter SettingYes
- Shutter Release ModesContinuous low-speed [CL] mode; 1-4 frames per second, Continuous high-speed [CH] mode; 5 frames per second, Live View [LV] mode
- Continuous Shooting OptionsFX-format
CH: Up to5 frames per second
CH: Up to4DX-format
CH: Up to 5 frames per second
CL: Up to 4 frames per second - Top Continuous Shooting Speed at Full Resolution5 frames per second
- Self-Timer2, 5, 10, 20 sec.
Timer duration electronically controlled
- Exposure Metering System1,005-pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering II
- Metering Range0 to 20 EV (3D color matrix or center-weighted metering), 2 to 20 EV (Spot metering at ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens at 20°C/68°F)
- 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 in increments of 1/3, 1/2, 1
- Exposure LockYes
- Picture ControlMonochrome, Neutral, Nine User-customizable Settings, Standard, Vivid
- ISO SensitivityISO200 -6400
Lo-1 (ISO 100)
Hi-1 (ISO 12,800)
Hi-2 (ISO 25,600) - Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity200
- Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity6400
- Lowest Expanded ISO SensitivityLo-1 (ISO 100 equivalent)
- Highest Expanded ISO SensitivityHi-2 (ISO 25,600 equivalent)
- Expanded ISO Sensitivity OptionsLo-1 (ISO 100 equivalent), Hi-1 (ISO 12,800 equivalent), Hi-2, (ISO 25,600 equivalent)
- Long Exposure Noise ReductionYes
- High ISO Noise ReductionLow, Normal, High, Off
- Single-Point AF ModeYes
- Dynamic AF ModeNumber of AF points: 9, 21, 51 and 51 (3D-tracking)
- Auto-Area AF ModeYes
- Autofocus System Type51 focus points (15 cross-type sensors), AF-assist illuminator (1.6-9.8 ft./0.5-3.0m approx.), AF fine adjustment possible, Detection range: EV -1 to EV +19 (ISO 100 equivalent, at normal temperature: 20°C/68°F), Nikon Multi-CAM 3500FX autofocus module
- Focus LockAE-L/AF-L button, Half press of shutter-release button (single-point AF in AF-S)
- Focus ModesAuto, Continuous-servo (C), Manual, Manual (M) with electronic rangefinder, Single-servo AF (S)
- Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points51
- Autofocus Fine TuneYes, Records values for up to 12 user selected lenses
- Built-in FlashYes
- Flash Bracketing2 to 9 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV
- X-Sync Speed1/250
- Top FP High Speed SyncUp to1/8000
- Flash Controli-TTL Balanced fill-flash, standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR
- Flash Sync ModesFront-curtain sync (normal), Rear-curtain sync, Red-Eye reduction, Red-Eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync
- Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV
- Accessory ShoeYes
- Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)Built-in flash Commander Mode, CLS Supported
- Flash Sync TerminalYes
- White BalanceAuto (2 types), Auto (TTL white balance with 2,016-pixel RGB sensor), Cloudy, Direct Sunlight, Fine Tune by Kelvin color temperature setting (2,500 K to 10,000K), Flash, Fluorescent (7 types), Incandescent, Preset manual (up to 5 values can be stored), Seven manual modes with fine-tuning, Shade
- White Balance Bracketing2 to 9 exposures
- Live View ShootingHandheld mode, Tripod mode
- Monitor Size3 in. diagonal
- Monitor Resolution921000 Dots
- Monitor TypeSuper Density, Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD
- Monitor Angle of View170-degree wide-viewing angle
- Virtual Horizon Camera IndicatorYes, Also visible in LiveView Modes
- Playback FunctionsAuto Image Rotation, Full Frame, Highlight Point Display, Histogram Display, Slideshow, Thumbnail (4 or 9 segments), Zoom
- In-Camera Image EditingColor Balance, D-Lighting, Filter Effects, Image Overlay, Monochrome, Red-Eye Correction, Trim
- Image CommentYes
- Interface10-pin Terminal, HDMI, Hi-speed USB, NTSC, PAL
- Wi-Fi FunctionalityFTP file transfer available and PTP/IP with optional WT-4A (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g)
- GPSGP-1 GPS unit
- Save/Load Camera settingsYes
- My MenuYes with customization
- Recent SettingsYes
- Supported LanguagesChinese (Simplified and Traditional), Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Swedish
- Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time SettingsYes
- World Time SettingYes
- Battery / BatteriesEN-EL3e Lithium-ion Battery
- Battery Life (shots per charge)1000 shots (CIPA)
- AC AdapterEH-5a AC Adapter
- Battery ChargerMH-18a Quick Charger
- Tripod Socket1/4 inch 20
- Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)5.8 in.147 mm x 4.8 in.123 mm x 3 in.77 mm
- Approx. Weight35 oz.995 g
- External Flash Shoe TypeStandard ISO 518 hot-shoe contact with safety lock
- External Flash Shoetruetrue
- BatteryRechargeable
- Optional AccessoriesMB-D10 Multi-Power Battery Pack, EH-5A AC Adapter, DK-17M Magnifying Eyepiece, Camera Control Pro 2, Capture NX 2 Software, Image Authentication Software, WT-4A Wireless Transmitter
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