Nikon today introduced its new top-of-the-range D-SLR, the D3X. Building on the reliability, handling and durability of the award-winning D3, the D3X offers an imaging sensor with far higher resolution than its counterpart, breaking new ground in imaging quality. The all-new 24.5MP CMOS sensor makes the new camera eminently suitable for the broadest range of shooting situations, both in the studio and on location, and will be especially appreciated by uncompromising photographers in nature photography, studio work and fashion.
Features:
- Extreme resolution 24.5-megapixel FX-format (35.9 x 24.0mm) CMOS sensor
Large 5.94µm pixels capture astonishing detail and subtleties with outstanding dynamic range for demanding commercial applications. - Nikon EXPEED image processing technologies
EXPEED extends and assures breathtakingly rich image fidelity and reduces noise, even at high ISOs. - 138 MB1 Processed NEF (RAW) 12 or 14 bit image files
Selectable bit depths of 12-bit (4,096 tones) or 14-bit (16,384 tones), both yielding incredible image quality through a 16-bit processing pipeline, for smoother tonal gradations.
1 Approximate - Low noise ISO sensitivity from 100 to 1600
Added ISO settings of Lo-1 (ISO 50 equivalent), Hi-1 (ISO 3200 equivalent) and Hi-2 (ISO 6400 equivalent) extend versatility. - Two Live View shooting modes
Two Live View modes add flexibility, and up to 27x magnification in the Tripod Mode, acute focusing accuracy is easily confirmed. - Continuous shooting at up to 5 fps at full FX-format resolutionCommercial image quality teams with speed and handling to create new shooting possibilities—in the studio or on location.
- Fast, accurate 51-point AF systemAF system features 4 Dynamic AF modes, including 3D Focus Tracking, for autofocus precision and razor sharpness.
- 1,005-Pixel 3D Color Matrix Metering II with Scene Recognition SystemTwo Nikon-exclusive technologies provide intelligent auto exposure capabilities, along with refined auto white balance detection and faster, more accurate AF performance.
- 3-inch super-density 920,000-dot VGA LCD monitor
Individual factory calibration assures the color accuracy of each D3X monitor for critical image review. - 100% viewfinder coverage
- Nikon Picture ControlFour preset options: Standard, Neutral, Vivid and Monochrome, and 9 customizable settings provide advanced, personalized color control.
- Rugged, durable and precise magnesium-alloy construction
Effectively protected from invasive dust, moisture and electromagnetic interference with a self-diagnostic shutter mechanism tested to exceed 300,000 cycles. - Dual CF card slots with overflow, backup and copy options
- Virtual Horizon Graphic Indicator
- Up to 4,400 images per battery charge
Specification
Image Sensor Format
CMOS
Image Sensor Type
35.9 x 24.0mm
Sensor Size
25.72 million
Total Pixels
24.5 million
Effective Pixels
FX-format
(L) 6,048 x 4,032
(M)4,544 x 3024
(S)3,024 x 2016
5:4 format (30 x 24)
(L) 5,056 x 4,032
(M)3,792 x 3,024
(S)2,528 x 2,016
DX-format
(L) 3,968 x 2,640
(M)2,976 x 1976
(S)1,984 x 1,320
(L) 6,048 x 4,032
(M)4,544 x 3024
(S)3,024 x 2016
5:4 format (30 x 24)
(L) 5,056 x 4,032
(M)3,792 x 3,024
(S)2,528 x 2,016
DX-format
(L) 3,968 x 2,640
(M)2,976 x 1976
(S)1,984 x 1,320
Image Area (pixels)
5 frames per second
Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution
FX-format
CH: Up to 5 frames per second
CL: Up to 4 frames per second
5:4 format
CH: Up to 5 frames per second
CL: Up to 4 frames per second
DX-format
CH: Up to 7 frames per second
CL: Up to 5 frames per secondSingle
CH: Up to 5 frames per second
CL: Up to 4 frames per second
5:4 format
CH: Up to 5 frames per second
CL: Up to 4 frames per second
DX-format
CH: Up to 7 frames per second
CL: Up to 5 frames per secondSingle
Continuous Shooting Options
3 in. diagonal
LCD Monitor Size
VGA TFT
Super Density
Super Density
LCD Monitor Type
920,000 Dots
LCD Monitor Resolution
170-degree wide-viewing angle
LCD Monitor Angle of View
Brightness,7 levels
LCD Monitor Adjustments
Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane
Shutter type
30 sec. in steps of 1/3
1/2
1 EV
1/2
1 EV
Slowest Shutter Speed
1/8000 sec. in steps of 1/2
1
1/3 EV
1
1/3 EV
Fastest Shutter Speed
Yes
Bulb Shutter Setting
Yes
Mirror Lock Up
100 in steps of 1/3
1/2
1 EV
1/2
1 EV
Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity
1600 in steps of 1/2
1
1/3 EV
1
1/3 EV
Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity
Lo-1 (ISO 50 equivalent, in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV)
Lowest Expanded ISO Sensitivity
Hi-2 (ISO 6400 equivalent)
Highest Expanded ISO Sensitvity
Lo-1, (ISO-50 equivalent), in 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV steps
Hi-1, (ISO-3200 equivalent), in 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV steps
Hi-2, (ISO-6400 equivalent), 1 EV step
Hi-1, (ISO-3200 equivalent), in 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV steps
Hi-2, (ISO-6400 equivalent), 1 EV step
Expanded ISO Sensitivity Options
MicroDrive©
CompactFlash© (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA)
CompactFlash© (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA)
Storage Media
WAV
Compressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW, Compressed): approx. 45-60 percent
TIFF (RGB)
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
Uncompressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW)
Compressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW, Compressed): approx. 45-60 percent
TIFF (RGB)
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
Uncompressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW)
Storage System
Compliant with EXIF 2.21
DCF 2.0
DPOF
DCF 2.0
DPOF
File System
Manual (M)
Shutter-Priority Auto (S)
Aperture-Priority Auto (A)
Programmed Auto (P) with Flexible Program
Shutter-Priority Auto (S)
Aperture-Priority Auto (A)
Programmed Auto (P) with Flexible Program
Exposure Modes
Spot AF
Variable Center-weighted
1,005-pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering II
Spot meter centered on selected focus point (on center focus point when non-CPU lens is used)
Variable Center-weighted
1,005-pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering II
Spot meter centered on selected focus point (on center focus point when non-CPU lens is used)
Exposure Metering System
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)
Metering Range
AI
CPU
CPU
Exposure Meter Coupling
±5EV
Exposure Compensation
Yes
Exposure locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
Exposure locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
Exposure Lock
Yes
From 2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV
From 2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV
Exposure Bracketing
Live View [LV] mode
Single-frame [S] mode
Self-timer mode
Mirror-up [Mup] mode
Continuous low-speed [CL] mode; 1-4 frames-per-second
Continuous high-speed [CH] mode; 5 frames-per-second
Single-frame [S] mode
Self-timer mode
Mirror-up [Mup] mode
Continuous low-speed [CL] mode; 1-4 frames-per-second
Continuous high-speed [CH] mode; 5 frames-per-second
Shutter Release Modes
Fluorescent
Preset
Incandescent
Fine Tune by Kelvin color temperature setting
Auto
Shade
Sun
Flash
Preset
Incandescent
Fine Tune by Kelvin color temperature setting
Auto
Shade
Sun
Flash
White Balance
Yes, 2 to 9 exposures, in increments of 1, 2 or 3
White Balance Bracketing
Handheld mode
Tripod mode
Tripod mode
Live View Shooting
Highlight point display
Auto image rotation
Voice Memo
Shooting data
Slideshow
Full frame
Thumbnail (4, 9 or 16 segments)
Histogram
Zoom
Auto image rotation
Voice Memo
Shooting data
Slideshow
Full frame
Thumbnail (4, 9 or 16 segments)
Histogram
Zoom
Playback Functions
Hi-speed USB
PAL
NTSC
10-pin Terminal
HDMI
PAL
NTSC
10-pin Terminal
HDMI
Interface
Nikon F bayonet mount
Lens Mount
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
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
Compatible Lenses
Equivalent to angle produced by lens focal length (1.5 times when DX format is selected)
Picture Angle
SLR-type with fixed eye-level pentaprism
Viewfinder
Approx. 100%
Viewfinder Frame Coverage
-3 to +1 m
Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment
18 mm (-1.0 m-1)
Viewfinder Eyepoint
Quick-return type
Reflex Mirror
BriteView Clear Matte VI - Type B
BriteView Clear Matte VI - Type B
BriteView Clear Matte VI - Type B
Focusing Screen
Yes
BriteView Clear Matte VI - Type B Clear Matte VI - Type E
BriteView Clear Matte VI - Type B Clear Matte VI - Type E
Interchangeable Focusing Screens
Approx. 0.7x (50mm f/1.4 lens at infinity; -1.0m-1)
Viewfinder Magnification
Instant-return type with depth-of-field preview button
Lens Aperture
Yes
Depth-of-field Control
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°C/68°F); AF fine adjustment possible. Focal-plane contrast [in LiveView (Tripod) mode]
Autofocus System
51
Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points
Yes
Autofocus Fine Tune
Manual
Single-servo AF (S)
Continuous-servo (C)
Single-servo AF (S)
Continuous-servo (C)
Focus Modes
Yes
Single-point AF Mode
Yes
Number of AF points: 9, 21, 51 and 51 (3D-tracking)
Number of AF points: 9, 21, 51 and 51 (3D-tracking)
Dynamic AF Mode
Yes
Auto-area AF Mode
Half press of shutter-release button (single-point AF in AF-S)
AE-L/AF-L button
AE-L/AF-L button
Focus Lock
Neutral
Nine User-customizable settings
Vivid
Standard
Monochrome
Nine User-customizable settings
Vivid
Standard
Monochrome
Picture Control
Color Balance
Monochrome
Image Overlay
Trim
Side-by-Side Comparison
D-Lighting
Filter Effects
Red-eye correction
Monochrome
Image Overlay
Trim
Side-by-Side Comparison
D-Lighting
Filter Effects
Red-eye correction
In-Camera Image Editing
No
Built-in Flash
Yes
Dust-Off Reference Photo
Yes
Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator
Yes
Save/Load Camera settings
Yes
Nikon Creative Lighting System Compatibility
up to 1/250
Flash Sync Speed
up to 1/250
X-Sync Speed
up to 1/8000
FP High Speed Sync
Red-eye reduction with slow sync
Rear-curtain sync
Red-eye reduction
Front-curtain sync (normal)
Slow sync
Rear-curtain sync
Red-eye reduction
Front-curtain sync (normal)
Slow sync
Flash Sync Modes
1) TTL flash control with 1,005-pixel RGB sensor; i-TTL balanced fill-flash and standard i-TTL fill-flash available with SB-900, SB-800, SB-600 or SB-400
2) Auto aperture (AA): Available with SB-900, SB-800 and CPU lens
3) Non-TTL auto (A): Available with SB-900, SB-800, 28, 27 or 22s
4) Range-priority manual (GN): Available with SB-900, SB-800
2) Auto aperture (AA): Available with SB-900, SB-800 and CPU lens
3) Non-TTL auto (A): Available with SB-900, SB-800, 28, 27 or 22s
4) Range-priority manual (GN): Available with SB-900, SB-800
Flash Control
Yes
Flash Sync Terminal
Yes
Accessory Shoe
Electronically controlled timer with duration of 2, 5, 10 or 20 sec.
Self-timer
Yes
World Time Setting
Yes
Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time Settings
Rechargeable
Battery Type
EN-EL4a Lithium-ion Battery
EN-EL4 Lithium-ion Battery
EN-EL4 Lithium-ion Battery
Battery / Batteries
EH-6 AC Adapter
AC Adaptor
MH-22 Quick Charger
MH-21 Quick Charger
MH-21 Quick Charger
Battery Charger
Yes
Up to 36 characters
Up to 36 characters
Image Comment
Yes
Voice Memo Function
4,400 shots (CIPA)
Battery Life (shots per charge)
¼-20
Tripod Socket
Width 6.3 in. (159.5mm)
Height 6.2 in. (157mm)
Depth 3.4 in. (87.5mm)
Height 6.2 in. (157mm)
Depth 3.4 in. (87.5mm)
Approx. Dimensions
43.0 oz. (1,220g)
Approx. Weight
Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish
Supported Languages
Software Suite CD-ROM
Supplied Software
WT-4a Wireless Transmitter, DK-17M Magnifying Eyepiece, EH-6 AC Adapter, Capture NX 2 Software, Camera Control Pro 2 Software, Image Authentication Software
Optional Accessories
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4a, Quick Charger MH-22, USB Cable UC-E4, Audio Video Cable EG-D2, Camera Strap AN-D3X, Body Cap BF-1A, Accessory Shoe Cover BS-2, Eyepiece DK-17, Battery Chamber Cover BL-4, USB Cable Clip, Software Suite CD-ROM Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area
