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Nikon  D3s Full Frame DSLR (body only)

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Nikon-D3s Full Frame DSLR (body only)-Digital cameras
Specifications Accessories

Image capture

camera type

dSLR (digital Single Lens Reflex)

resolution

12.1 effective megapixels

available image sizes

1392 x 920 pixels, 1776 x 1416 pixels, 2080 x 1384 pixels, 2128 x 1416 pixels, 2784 x 1848 pixels, 3184 x 2120 pixels, 3552 x 2832 pixels, 4256 x 2832 pixels, 1776 x 1184 pixels, 3552 x 2368 pixels, 2656 x 1776 pixels, 2656 x 2120 pixels

available file formats

JPEG, TIFF, RAW (NEF) 12/14 bit uncompressed, RAW (NEF) 12/14 bit lossless compressed approx 60-80%, RAW (NEF) 12/14 bit compressed approx 45-60%

image sensor type

Dynamic Integrated Dust Reduction System
Ultrasonic process combats the accumulation of dust in front of the image sensor, safeguarding image quality.
, Full Frame FX CMOS Sensor (36.0mm x 23.9mm) with 12.87 million pixels

image processor type

Nikon EXPEED

color depth

12-bit A/D conversion, 14-bit A/D conversion

image stabilization technology

Nikon VR stabilization system (requires VR lens)

included recording media size

0 MB

expendable recording media type

CompactFlash type I, CompactFlash type II, MicroDrive, two card slots

startup time

not rated

Video capture

video file format

AVI (motion JPEG) @ 24 fps (with sound)

video size

1280 x 720 pixels (24 fps), 640 x 424 pixels (24 fps), 320 x 216 pixels (24 fps)

maximum video recording length

Not Available

webcam features

No

Lens and focus

lens type

Not Available

lens construction

Not Available

optical zoom

Not Available

digital zoom

1 x

lens mount

Nikon F

compatible lenses

1) Type G or D AF Nikkor: all functions supported

2) DX AF Nikkor: All functions supported except FX-format (36x24) 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 auto-focus and 3D Color Matrix Metering II.

5) Non-CPU AI Nikkor: Can be uesd 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.

filter mounting method

threads depend on the lens used

maximum aperture

Not Available

minimum aperture

Not Available

focal length

value set by lens used

autofocus type

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 Live View (Tripod) mode]

focusing area mode(s)

dynamic area AF, focus lock, manual focus, auto area AF, Single-servo AF, Continuous-servo AF, 51 point AF (15 cross type points), Single-Point AF, AF Fine Tune

focusing distance

value set by lens

Exposure and imaging

shooting (drive) modes

Mirror Up, single frame, continuous hi (9 fps at full resolution - 9-11fps in DX mode), continuous low (1 to 9 fps)

exposure (capture) modes

aperture priority, manual, shutter priority, Program Auto (P) with Flexible Program

scene modes

Scene Recognition System
Referencing an onboard image database, teamed with RGB metering, SRS enhances exposure and white balance evaluation and improves AF speed and accuracy.

exposure metering system

spot AF area, 1,005-pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering II, variable center-weighted

exposure compensation

±5 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV steps and 1 EV steps)

noise reduction

Not Available

sensitivity

Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity: 200 in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1EV

Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity
12,800 in steps of 1/3, 1/2 or 1EV

Lowest Expanded ISO Sensitivity: Lo-1 (ISO 100 equivalent, in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV)

Highest Expanded ISO Sensitivity: Hi-3 (ISO 102,400 equivalent)

Expanded ISO Sensitivity Options

  • Hi-1, (ISO-25,600 equivalent), in 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV steps
  • Hi-2, (ISO-51,200 equivalent), 1 EV step
  • Hi-3, (ISO-102,400 equivalent), 1 EV step

shutter type

electronically controlled vertical-run focal-plane

shutter speed

1/8000 sec to 30 sec, bulb

shutter lag

not rated

image quality mode

JPEG-baseline-compliant; can be selected from Size Priority and Optimal Quality

, RAW 12-bit uncompressed
RAW 14-bit uncompressed
RAW 12-bit compressed losseless
RAW 14-bit compressed losseless

white balance mode

flash, fluorescent, incandescent, manual kelvin scale, preset, shade, sun

picture adjustment

Trim
D-Lighting
Color Balance
Image Overlay
Side-by-Side Comparison
Filter Effects
Monochrome
NEF (RAW) Processing
Red-eye Correction
Resize
Edit Movie with Save Selected Frame

picture effects / color modes

monochrome, filter effect, image overlay

Flash and lighting

flash type

no built in flash

flash mode

front curtain sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, slow sync, slow sync + red eye reduction

flash effective range

Not Available

maximum flash synchronization speed

1/250 sec, 1/8000 FP High Speed Sync

flash compensation

Not Available

recycling time

not rated

Physical characteristics

dimensions (W x H x D)

159.5mm x 157mm x 87.5mm, 6.3'' x 6.2'' x 3.4''

weight

1240 grams

available color(s)

black

Connectivity

interface

AV output compatible with NTSC and PAL formats, HDMI (high definition multimedia interface) output, USB 2.0 (high-speed), 10-pin Terminal

microphone and speaker

both built-in

flash connection

Hot shoe with i-TTL flash control, Standard ISO 518 hot-shoe contact with safety lock

1)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 or SB-800 and CPU lens

3)Non-TTL auto (A): Available with SB-900, SB-800, SB-28, SB-27 or SB-22s

4)Range-priority manual (GN): Available with SB-900 or SB-800

tripod socket

standard 1/4 inch

remote control

optional WT-4a wireless transmitter with Camera Control 2 software

cable release capability

yes, via 10-pin remote terminal

direct-to-printer printing capability

Not Available

operating system compatibility

not specified

Viewing features

LCD monitor type

3.0 inch, 921,000 pixels, 170-degree wide-viewing angle, VGA TFT Super Density, 7 Brithness Levels with Live View

viewfinder

Type: SLR-type with fixed eye-level pentaprism

Viewfinder Frame Coverage: Approx. 100%

Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment: -3 to +1 m

Viewfinder Eyepoint: 18 mm (-1.0 m-1)

Focusing Screen: BriteView Clear Matte VI - Type B

Interchangeable Focusing Screens Yes - BriteView Clear Matte VI - Type B Clear Matte VI - Type E

Viewfinder Magnification: Approx. 0.7x (50mm f/1.4 lens at infinity; -1.0m-1)

menu language(s)

Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Swedish, Traditional Chinese

playback function

auto-rotate, highlight point display, histogram, single frame, slideshow, voice memo, zoom, contact sheet (4, 9 or 72 thumbnails), shooting data, D-movie playback, image comment

Power

compatible power supply

EH-6 AC adapter, EN-EL4 rechargeable lithium-ion battery, EN-EL4a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, MH-21 quick charger, MH-22 quick charger

approximate battery life

4200 shots

Camera management

economy mode

not specified

Additional features

water resistant capabilities

Not Available

underwater capability

no

Included "in the box"

included accessory

AV cable EG-D2, battery chamber cover BL-4, BS-2 accessory shoe cap, eyepiece DK-17, quick charger MH-22, rechargeable battery EN-EL4a, USB cable clip, USB cable UC-E4, Supplied accessories may vary by region or country

, strap AN-DC5, BF-1B Body Cap

included software

Software suite CD-ROM

manufacturer's warranty

exclusive canadian 2-year, 1-Year U.S.A. Limited Warranty, Warranty may vary by region or country