Higher Speed; Consecutive Shots - Nikon D2H Brochure & Specs

Welcome the speed, response and stability that will
let you shoot fast, shoot reliably and make every second count
Capturing the spontaneity of the moment requires that your camera functions quickly and efficiently
when you need it, and that it be ready to shoot again without delay.
The D2 is a thoroughbred with speed and performance that will enable
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any pro to produce photographic images as never before.
8 frames per second with buffer for up to 40

consecutive shots

High-speed image processing, high performance hardware
components and huge buffer capacity lets you shoot at 8 frames
per second (fps) for up to 40 consecutive JPEG or 25 RAW (NEF)
full-resolution images of 2,464 x 1,632 pixels in size. That's the
fastest total number of continuous shots available on a Digital
SLR (as of Sept. 1, 2003).
High-speed 2-channel data acquisition a feature
of the new JFET image sensor LBCAST
Nikon developed the exclusive new JFET image sensor
LBCAST to fully meet the needs of the professional
photojournalists and action/sports assignments. Not only is it
optimized to deliver a higher level of Total Image Quality, but
also designed for maximum speed and high performance. The
new LBCAST sensor reads 2 channels of data simultaneously
from each pixel while also handling brightness data in the
same process to achieve maximum image reproduction speed.
High-speed reads and writes realized by
2-channel data acquisition
Data from the image sensor is split into
2 channels to realize faster read and
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write performance. Because the second
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data path reads adjacent pixel data,
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the process does not generate any
separation lines.
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Image quality mode: Raw Lens: AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G IF-ED
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Instant response
The LBCAST image sensor's innovative design delivers yet
another boost to speed by eliminating the need to perform fixed
pattern noise correction or other power-up diagnostics that
slow the start-up of other cameras. The D2
the instant it is turned on. Combine this and other optimized
systems with the extremely short shutter release time lag of
just 37 milliseconds, speed that is comparable to the legendary
Nikon F5 professional film SLR, and you have a new camera
that is fast enough to realize the feel of a true professional
digital SLR.
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Improved Mechanical Sequence Speed
In addition to the advancements made in the D2
electronic components, its mechanical operations have
Exposure mode: Manual Shutter speed: 1/1,000 sec. Aperture: f/5
is ready to shoot
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Image quality mode: Raw Lens: AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G IF-ED
Sensitivity: ISO-equivalent 200
been completely revised and optimized to support maximum
performance for speed and accuracy. One good example is the
mirror balance mechanism, which completes its motion and
reaches a full stop virtually without mirror bounce to enable
more stable mirror movement and maximum speed for smoother
AF detection. This lengthens viewing time to provide faster and
more accurate Focus Tracking and support 8 fps continuous
's superb shooting. It's an all-new system to support the D2
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accuracy.
White balance: Preset Sensitivity: ISO-equivalent 200
Exposure mode: Manual Shutter speed: 1/500 sec. Aperture: f/5.6
Reliable Shutter Unit
The D2 is equipped with a further refined version of the
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durable and precise double-bladed shutter mechanism used on
Nikon's F5 Pro SLR. To enhance system reliability, the shutter
unit is tested to over 150,000 cycles. Shutter speeds from
1/8,000 to 30 seconds are available, or you can opt to use Bulb
exposure.
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HIGHER SPEED

White balance: Preset
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