Links
| Model Name | Nikon D3 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer URL | Manufacturer website |
| Predecessor | Nikon D2Hs |
Auto Focus
| Auto Focus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Auto Focus Type | 51-point TTL phase detection via Nikon Multi-CAM 3500FX with 15 cross-type and 36 line-type sensors |
| Auto Focus Assist Light? | No |
| Manual Focus | Yes |
Power
| Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF) | 4300 shots |
|---|---|
| Battery Form Factor | Proprietary EN-EL4a |
| Usable Battery Types | Lithium Ion rechargeable |
| Batteries Included | 1 x Proprietary EN-EL4a Lithium Ion rechargeable |
| Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter) | Yes |
| Dedicated Battery Charger Included | Yes |
| Internal Charging Supported | No |
Lens & Optics
| Digital Zoom Values | n/a |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Lens | n/a |
| Integrated ND Filter | No |
| Filter Thread | n/a |
| Thread Type | n/a |
| Optical Image Stabilization | No |
| Digital Zoom | No |
Image Sensor
| On-Sensor Phase Detect | No |
|---|---|
| DxO Sensor Score | 81 |
| DxO Color Depth Score (bits) | 23.5 |
| DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs) | 12.2 |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso) | 2,290 |
| Effective Megapixels | 12.1 |
| Sensor Format | 35mm |
| Approximate Pixel Pitch | 8.46 microns |
| Focal Length Multiplier | 1.0x |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2, 5:4 |
| Color Filter Type | RGBG |
| Anti Aliasing Filter | Fixed |
| Self-Cleaning | No |
| Sensor shift image stabilization | No |
Image Storage
| Usable Memory Types | CF1 / CF2 / Microdrive |
|---|---|
| Dual Card Slots | Yes |
| RAW Capture Support | Yes |
| Uncompressed Format | RAW (NEF), 14 or 12-bit; compr |
| Included Memory | No memory included |
Image Capture
| Image Resolution | 4256 x 2832 (12.1 MP, 3:2), 3184 x 2120 (6.8 MP, 3:2), 2128 x 1416 (3.0 MP, 3:2), 2784 x 1848 (5.1 MP, Other), 2080 x 1384 (2.9 MP, 3:2), 1392 x 920 (1.3 MP, Other), 3552 x 2832 (10.1 MP, 5:4), 2656 x 2120 (5.6 MP, 5:4), 1776 x 1416 (2.5 MP, 5:4) |
|---|---|
| Image File Format | JPEG (EXIF 2.21), RAW (NEF), 14 or 12-bit; compr |
| Continuous-mode frames/second | 9.0 |
General
| Size | 6.3 x 6.2 x 3.4 in. (160 x 157 x 88 mm) |
|---|---|
| Waterproof | No |
| Waterproof Depth | n/a |
| Model Number | D3 |
| Camera Format | Pro SLR |
| Currently Manufactured | No |
| Retail Price | $4999.95 |
| Date Available | 2007-11-30 |
| Tripod Mount | Yes |
Viewfinder
| Viewfinder | Optical / LCD |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder Type | SLR type; eye-level pentaprism, interchangeable screen, 100%, 0.7x, 18mm eyepoint, -3.0 to +1.0 |
| Focus Peaking | No |
| EVF Resolution | n/a |
| Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 0.70x |
| Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed) | 0.70x |
Exposure
| Exposure Compensation | +/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps |
|---|---|
| Metering Modes | 1005-pixel 3D Color Matrix Metering II, Center-weighted, Spot (1.5%) centered on selected focus area |
| Program Auto Exposure | Yes |
| Aperture Priority | Yes |
| Shutter Priority | Yes |
| Full Manual Exposure | Yes |
| Creative Exposure Modes | None |
| Self Timer | 2/5/10/20 seconds |
| Time Lapse (intervalometer) | Yes |
| Maximum ISO (native) | 6400 |
| High Resolution Composite | No |
| Minimum ISO (native) | 200 |
| ISO Settings | Auto, 200 - 6400, plus down to 100 in Lo-1, up to 25,600 in Hi-2 |
| Auto ISO Mode | Yes |
| White Balance Settings | Auto, seven manual modes can be preset with fine-tuning; color temperature setting, custom |
| Shutter Speed Range | 1/8000 - 30 sec |
| Bulb Mode | Yes |
Video Capture
| HD Video Out | Yes |
|---|---|
| HD Video Connection | HDMI |
| Can take movies | No |
| Composite Video Out | Yes |
| NTSC/PAL Switchable Video | Yes |
| Video Usable as Viewfinder | Yes |
Flash
| External Flash Connection | ISO-type hot-shoe contact; safety lock provided; PC Sync terminal |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | No |
| Flash Modes | n/a |
| Flash Guide Number (ISO 100) | n/a |
| Flash Range Description | n/a |
| Max Flash Sync | 1/250 |
Performance Timing
| JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution) | 9.0 |
|---|---|
| Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution) | 30 |
| Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid) | 0.09 seconds |
| Shutter lag (full AF, tele) | 0.09 seconds |
| Shutter Lag (manual focus) | 0.047 seconds |
| Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution) | <0.3 |
| Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame) | 0.32 |
| Shutter Lag (prefocused) | 0.043 seconds |
| Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames) | Unlimited |
| Startup Time | 0.3 seconds |
| Camera penalizes early shutter press? | No |
| Play -> Record Time | 0.5 seconds |
Software
| Included Software | PictureProject |
|---|---|
| OS Compatibility | Windows, Mac OS |
Display
| Rear Display Size (inches) | 3.0 |
|---|---|
| Rear Display Resolution | 920,000 dots |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Articulating Screen | No |
| Tilt Swivel Screen | No |
| Selfie Screen | No |
| Max Playback Zoom | 27.0x |
| Top Deck Display | Yes |
| Eye-level Viewfinder | Yes |
| Rear Display | Yes |
Connectivity
| Bluetooth | No |
|---|---|
| Built-In GPS | No |
| Microphone Jack | No |
| Headphone Jack | No |
| External Connections | USB 2.0 High Speed |
| PictBridge Compliant | Yes |
| DPOF Compliant | Yes |
| Remote Control | Yes |
| Connections (extended) | HDMI Out, DC Input, 10-pin Expansion Terminal |
| Built-In Wi-Fi | No |
Miscellaneous
| Notes & Features | Main features: Nikon's first full-frame (FX) DSLR; 12.1 megapixels, plus auto DX crop mode; 9fps at 12.1MP, up to 11fps at 5.1MP; Shutter release time lag of only 37 milliseconds, start-up time of 0.12 seconds; Normal ISO range from ISO 200 to 6400 can be extended using the camera's built-in settings of Lo-1 and Hi-2 for the equivalent of ISO 100 and ISO 25,600, respectively; 14-bit NEFs with 16-bit processing by EXSPEED Image Processing System; New Multi-CAM 3500FX auto focus sensor module, with 51 AF points, including 15 cross-type sensors that are located in the center of the frame; Revolutionary new Scene Recognition System that greatly enhances the accuracy of, auto exposure, auto white balance detection and auto focus in the camera; Super-density, 3-inch VGA, TFT LCD monitor with 920,000 dot resolution; Two new Live View modes; Active D-Lighting system; 100%, 0.7x magnification pentaprism viewfinder; Dual CF card slots with UDMA support; HDMI port; World's first virtual horizon level indicator that uses sensors incorporated within the camera to indicate the inclination of the camera relative to the horizon, on the LCD monitor or inside the viewfinder; 300,000 cycle shutter with Self Diagnostic Shutter Monitor; Fine-tune adjustment for auto focus with settings for up to 20 different lenses; Optional new WT-4A wireless transmitter that provides support for wired LAN (10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX) and wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11a/b/g,) and can transmit a remote view from the camera and also support continuous shooting through a wireless or wired connection using Nikon's Camera Control Pro 2 software (optional). |
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Basic
| Sensor size | 860.4mm2 (36.00mm x 23.90mm) |
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| Weight | 49.9 oz (1,414 g) includes batteries |