- 35mm 860.4mm2
- 12.1 megapixels
- ISO 200 - 12,800
- Go in depth with our full Nikon D3S Review.
- See real-world photos taken with the D3S.
- 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
- 12.1 megapixels
- 24.00mm - 240.00mm (35mm eq.)
- Go in depth with our full Canon 330 HS Review.
Links | ||
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Prices: | Compare Prices | |
Manufacturer URL: | Manufacturer website | Manufacturer website |
Predecessor: |
Nikon D2Hs
D2Hs vs D3S |
Canon 320 HS
320 HS vs 330 HS |
Successor: |
Nikon D4
D3S vs D4 |
Canon 340 HS
330 HS vs 340 HS |
General | ||
Model Number: | D3S | 330 HS |
Alternate Model Number(s): | ||
Camera Format: | Pro SLR | Ultra Compact |
Currently Manufactured: | No | No |
Retail Price: | $5199.95 | $229.99 |
Street Price: | $319.95 | |
Date Available: | 2009-11-30 | 2013-03-15 |
Tripod Mount: | Yes | Yes |
Weight: |
49.7 oz
(1,410 g)
includes batteries |
5.1 oz
(144 g)
includes batteries |
Size: |
6.3 x
6.2 x
3.4 in. (160 x 157 x 88 mm) |
3.8 x
2.2 x
0.9 in. (97 x 56 x 23 mm) |
Waterproof: | No | No |
Waterproof Depth: | n/a | n/a |
Image Sensor | ||
Sensor Type: | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor Manufacturer: | ||
Effective Megapixels: | 12.1 | 12.1 |
Sensor Format: | 35mm | 1/2.3 inch |
Sensor size: | 860.4mm2 (36.00mm x 23.90mm) | 28.0735mm2 (6.17mm x 4.55mm) |
Approximate Pixel Pitch: | 8.46 microns | 1.54 microns |
Focal Length Multiplier: | 1.0x | n/a |
Aspect Ratio: | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Color Filter Type: | RGBG | RGBG |
Anti Aliasing Filter: | Fixed | |
Self-Cleaning: | Yes | No |
Sensor shift image stabilization: | No | No |
On-Sensor Phase Detect: | No | No |
DxO Sensor Score: | 82 | |
DxO Color Depth Score (bits): | 23.5 | |
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs): | 12.0 | |
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso): | 3,253 | |
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), 3552 x 2368 (8.4 MP, 3:2), 2656 x 1776 (4.7 MP, 3:2), 1776 x 1184 (2.1 MP, 3:2) |
4000 x 2248
(9.0 MP,
16:9), 4000 x 2664 (10.7 MP, 3:2), 4000 x 3000 (12.0 MP, 4:3), 2992 x 2992 (9.0 MP, 1:1), 2816 x 1584 (4.5 MP, 16:9), 2816 x 1880 (5.3 MP, 3:2), 2816 x 2112 (5.9 MP, 4:3), 2112 x 2112 (4.5 MP, 1:1), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 1600 x 1064 (1.7 MP, 3:2), 1600 x 1200 (1.9 MP, 4:3), 1200 x 1200 (1.4 MP, 1:1), 640 x 360 (0.2 MP, 16:9), 640 x 424 (0.3 MP, Other), 640 x 480 (0.3 MP, 4:3), 480 x 480 (0.2 MP, 1:1) |
Image File Format: | JPEG (EXIF 2.21), RAW (NEF), 14 or 12-bit; compr | JPEG (EXIF 2.3) |
Continuous-mode frames/second: | 9.0 | 6.2 |
Video Capture | ||
Can take movies: | Yes | Yes |
Movie Resolution: |
1280x720 (24)
640x424 (24) 320x216 (24) |
1920x1080 (24p)
1280x720 (30p) 640x480 (30p) 640x480 (120p) 320x240 (240p) |
Movie File Format: | Motion JPEG | MOV (Image data: H.264, Audio data: Linear PCM (stereo)) |
Composite Video Out: | Yes | |
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video: | Yes | n/a |
Video Usable as Viewfinder: | Yes | n/a |
HD Video Out: | Yes | Yes |
HD Video Connection: | HDMI | HDMI |
Lens & Optics | ||
Lens Mount: | Nikon F | n/a |
Lens: | n/a | Canon Zoom Lens |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent): | 24 - 240mm | |
Focal Length (actual): | 4.3 - 43mm | |
Zoom Ratio: | 10.00x | |
Aperture Range: | f/3.0 (W) / f/6.9 (T) - ?? | |
Integrated ND Filter: | No | No |
Normal Focus Range: |
1 cm to Infinity 0.4 in to Infinity |
|
Macro Focus Range: |
1 -
50 cm 0.4 - 19.7 in |
|
Filter Thread: | n/a | n/a |
Thread Type: | n/a | n/a |
Optical Image Stabilization: | No | Yes |
Digital Zoom: | No | Yes |
Digital Zoom Values: | n/a | Up to 4x |
Auto Focus | ||
Auto Focus: | Yes | Yes |
Auto Focus Type: | 51-point TTL phase detection via Nikon Multi-CAM 3500FX with 15 cross-type and 36 line-type sensors | Contrast Detect AF with Face Detection |
Auto Focus Assist Light? | No | Yes |
Manual Focus: | Yes | No |
Viewfinder | ||
Viewfinder: | Optical / LCD | LCD |
Viewfinder Type: | SLR type; eye-level pentaprism, interchangeable screen, 100%, 0.7x, 18mm eyepoint, -3.0 to +1.0 | |
Focus Peaking: | No | No |
EVF Resolution: | n/a | n/a |
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent): | 0.70x | |
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed): | 0.70x | |
Display | ||
Eye-level Viewfinder: | Yes | No |
Rear Display: | Yes | Yes |
Rear Display Size (inches): | 3.0 | 3.0 |
Rear Display Resolution: | 920,000 dots | 461,000 dots |
Touchscreen: | No | No |
Articulating Screen: | No | No |
Tilt Swivel Screen: | No | No |
Selfie Screen: | No | No |
Max Playback Zoom: | 27.0x | 10.0x |
Top Deck Display: | Yes | |
Exposure | ||
Maximum ISO (native): | 12800 | |
Minimum ISO (native): | 200 | |
ISO Settings: | Auto, 200 - 12,800, plus down to 100 in Lo-1, up to 102,400 in Hi-3 | Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400 |
Auto ISO Mode: | Yes | Yes |
White Balance Settings: | Auto, twelve manual modes can be preset with fine-tuning; color temperature setting, custom | Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Custom |
Shutter Speed Range: | 1/8000 - 30 sec | 1/2000 - 15 sec |
Bulb Mode: | Yes | No |
Exposure Compensation: | +/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps | +/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps |
Metering Modes: | 1005-pixel 3D Color Matrix Metering II, Center-weighted, Spot (1.5%) centered on selected focus area | Evaluative, Center-weighted average, Spot (center) |
Program Auto Exposure: | Yes | Yes |
Aperture Priority: | Yes | No |
Shutter Priority: | Yes | No |
Full Manual Exposure: | Yes | No |
Creative Exposure Modes: | None | Portrait, Smooth Skin, Smart Shutter, High-Speed Burst, Handheld Night Scene, Fisheye Effect, Miniature Effect, Toy Camera Effect, Soft Focus, Monochrome, Super Vivid, Poster Effect, Color Accent, Color Swap, Snow, Fireworks, Long Shutter, Stitch Assist, Super Slow Motion Movie |
Self Timer: | 2/5/10/20 seconds | 2, 10, Custom seconds |
Time Lapse (intervalometer): | ||
High Resolution Composite: | No | No |
Flash | ||
Built-in Flash: | No | Yes |
Flash Modes: | n/a | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off |
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100): | n/a | n/a |
Flash Range Description: | n/a | Auto ISO: 1.6 - 13 ft. (W), 3.3 - 6.6 ft. (T) (50cm - 4.0m (W), 1.0 - 2.0m (T)) |
Max Flash Sync: | 1/250 | |
Flash Exposure Compensation: | ||
External Flash Connection: | ISO-type hot-shoe contact; safety lock provided; PC Sync terminal | n/a |
Built-In Wireless Flash Control: | ||
Image Storage | ||
Usable Memory Types: | CF1 | SD / SDHC / SDXC |
UHS Support: | ||
Other Memory: | ||
Dual Card Slots: | Yes | No |
RAW Capture Support: | Yes | No |
Uncompressed Format: | RAW (NEF), 14 or 12-bit; compr | |
Movie File Format: | Motion JPEG | MOV (Image data: H.264, Audio data: Linear PCM (stereo)) |
Included Memory: | No memory included | No memory included |
Included Memory Type: | ||
Connectivity | ||
Built-In Wi-Fi: | No | Yes |
NFC: | ||
Bluetooth: | No | No |
Built-In GPS: | No | No |
Microphone Jack: | No | No |
Headphone Jack: | No | No |
External Connections: | USB 2.0 High Speed | USB 2.0 High Speed,WiFi |
PictBridge Compliant: | Yes | Yes |
DPOF Compliant: | Yes | Yes |
Remote Control: | Yes | |
Remote Control Type: | Optional wired | |
Connections (extended): | HDMI Out, DC Input, 10-pin Expansion Terminal, External Stereo Mic | Wi-Fi, Mini (Type-C) HDMI |
Performance Timing | ||
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution): | 0.34 | |
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame): | 0.34 | |
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames): | 58 | |
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot): | 0.34 | |
Camera penalizes early shutter press? | Yes | |
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution): | 9.0 | 6.2 |
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution): | 90 | |
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | 9.1 | |
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames): | 41 | |
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | 9.1 | |
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames): | 36 | |
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid): | 0.20 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, tele): | ||
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR): | 0.51 seconds | |
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR): | 0.423 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (manual focus): | 0.043 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash): | ||
Shutter Lag (prefocused): | 0.043 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (notes): | Optical Viewfinder AF lag: 51-point Auto-Area Full AF = 0.361s Live View AF Lag: Hand-held mode Full AF = 0.511s Tripod mode Full AF = 2.66s Tripod mode Prefocused = 0.423 | |
Startup Time: | 0.3 seconds | |
Play -> Record Time: | 0.3 seconds | |
Flash cycle time, full power: | ||
Power | ||
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View): | 200 shots | |
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF): | 4200 shots | |
Battery Life, Video: | ||
Battery Form Factor: | Proprietary EN-EL4a | Proprietary NB-4L |
Usable Battery Types: | Lithium Ion rechargeable | Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Batteries Included: | 1 x Proprietary EN-EL4a Lithium Ion rechargeable | 1 x Proprietary NB-4L Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter): | Yes | Yes |
Dedicated Battery Charger Included: | Yes | |
Internal Charging Supported: | No | |
Software | ||
Included Software: | PictureProject | Canon Software Suite CD-ROM |
OS Compatibility: | Windows, Mac OS | Windows, Mac OS |
Miscellaneous | ||
Notes & Features: | Advanced Wi-Fi, Intelligent Image Stabilization, HS System, DIGIC 5, Full HD 1080p24 movies, Smart Auto (detects up to 58 scenes), ECO mode. Available in black, silver or pink. |