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Nikon D3 Brochure & Specs

Nikon D3 Brochure & Specs

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  • Page 5 How do you define professional photography? What epitomizes true performance? Find out with the industry- changing Nikon D3. More than just another new camera, it's an innovative way of approaching photography, with new systems, processes and rule-breaking features that shatter old limitations and give you the freedom to redefine what is possible.
  • Page 6 D3: On Assignment To prove the D3's uncompromising versatility, three of the world's top professionals test shot with early models of the D3 on a wide array of assignments. Dave Black – Joe McNally –...
  • Page 7 For over 75 years since the introduction of NIKKOR lenses, Nikon has dedicated itself to helping photographers go the extra mile. Now, with the D3, Nikon combines its new proprietary FX-format sensor with 12.1 effective megapixels for striking tonal gradation and detail.
  • Page 8 D3 uses 16-bit data transmission throughout the image-processing pipeline. The resulting output reveals breathtaking details and subtleties, putting D3 images in a class of 12-channel parallel readout their own. 14-bit A/D conversion and 16-bit data transmission throughout the process offer an incredibly high signal-to-noise ratio.
  • Page 9 Nikon's engineers set out to radically consecutive shots – pivotal to many improve speed, response time and recording professional assignments. time for the D3. Indeed, this camera marks an The reflexes professionals demand incredible breakthrough, with many features that double or even quadruple the speed Whether professionals succeed or fail and response of today's market leaders.
  • Page 10 Dynamic-area AF mode using 9 points ©Joe McNally *2 With some lenses used in combination with Nikon Teleconverters, three points on the top and three on the bottom may function as line sensors under certain conditions, even if maximum effective aperture is f/5.6.
  • Page 11 SCENE RECOGNITION SYSTEM: Nikon's 1,005-pixel RGB sensor has evolved to provide a superior level of comprehensive intelligence thanks to Nikon's new Scene Recognition System Clear, accurate and unprecedented color information that dramatically improves overall performance and accuracy of the AF system, 3D...
  • Page 12 5,000 actual shot data examples among the 20,000 images stored in the camera. So no matter what the light source – even notoriously difficult mercury vapor light – the D3 can automatically detect the appropriate white balance accurately. Camera information •Weak color-rendering light...
  • Page 13 • Lens: AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED • Image quality: 14-bit RAW (NEF) • Exposure: [M] mode, 1/50 second, f/8 • White balance: Cloudy • Sensitivity: ISO 200 • Picture Control: Standard ©Joe McNally...
  • Page 14 In addition to minimizing mirror bounce, the mirror balancer extends viewing time, allowing more time for AF operation — this is one reason the D3 can offer autofocus and Focus Tracking even for high-speed continuous shooting.
  • Page 15 An amazingly strong-yet-lightweight magnesium and even electromagnetic interference. A comprehensive series of alloy is used for the D3's body, exterior cover, chassis, and mirror box, to O-rings and other specialized seals, combined with additional Nikon assure superb, reliable performance and longer life.
  • Page 16 Control Pro 2. Extra reach for y our photography Image Area Options The D3 offers three image areas to choose from: FX format (36.0 x 23.9 mm), DX format (23.5 x 15.6 mm), and 5:4 (30.0 x 23.9 mm). DX format uses the center of the viewfinder and allows up to 11-frames-per-second shooting speed.
  • Page 17 NX post-production work. Picture Control parameters minutely defined on a personal Browsing, sorting and categorizing have reached computer can then be applied to the D3. You new levels of sophistication with ViewNX soft- can even trade your favorite Custom Picture Controls with colleagues for enhanced potential and productivity.
  • Page 18 Supplied case The supplied holder case can be attached to a belt or hung from the WT-4/4A connected with the D3 neck or shoulder with a neck strap. WT-4/4A can also be used with the Nikon D300. Flash color transmission...
  • Page 19 AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED and AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED lenses Great cameras demand great lenses, so to get the best performance out of Nikon’s new FX-format, as well as being able to use every existing AF NIKKOR lens, NIKKOR design- ers developed five exceptional new lenses, AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED...
  • Page 20 USB Cable UC-E4* Wireless Transmitter WT-4/4A Software Suite* *Supplied accessories **Non-Nikon products Approved Memory Cards The following cards have been tested and approved for use in the D3. SanDisk Image quality Image size File size No. of images Buffer capacity...
  • Page 21 Approx. 1,240 g (2.7 lb.) without battery, memory card, body cap or accessory shoe cover 0-40°C/32-104°F Under 85% (no condensation) Video Cable EG-D2, Camera Strap AN-D3, 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...