
Please hold on to something really tightly, because Nikon’s new DSLR, D3s got 120,400 ISO range. You read it right, 120,400 ISO. It has a 12.1 MP full-frame sensor for better image processing, 720p video recording, faster AF in live view and stereo input. D3s includes two times bigger buffer for continuous bursts, automatic image sensor cleaning, faster startup and autofocus. It will be on shelves on November for $5200.
Main Features
- ISO performance: ISO 12800 as standard, expandable to ISO equivalent of 102400 (Hi 3)
- Nikon FX-format CMOS image sensor with 12.1 effective megapixels
- Improved D-Movie function including High-Sensitivity Movie mode and flicker reduction function
- Nikon’s Integrated Dust Reduction System including Image Sensor Cleaning function
- Incorporates Nikon’s original EXPEED digital image processing
- Active D-Lighting with bracketing for up to 5 frames
- Picture Control: Standard, Vivid, Neutral and Monochrome (Landscape and Portrait can be downloaded from Nikon website)
- Quick response with approx. 0.12 seconds start-up time and approx. 0.04 seconds shutter-release time lag
- 9-frames-per-second shooting rate in FX format, 11 fps in DX crop (CIPA Guidelines)
- Nikon’s original Scene Recognition System, utilizing 1,005-pixel RGB sensor, for more accurate autofocus, auto exposure, i-TTL flash control and auto white balance
- Multi-CAM 3500FX AF sensor module featuring 51 AF points
- Viewfinder with approx. 100% frame coverage and approx. 0.7x magnification in FX format
- Durable shutter unit proven by 300,000 cycles of testing on fully assembled camera
- Intelligent power management that lets you shoot up to approx. 4,200 frames per charge (based on CIPA Standards)
- Easy-to-access Live View modes with dedicated button
- Quiet Shutter-release mode for nonintrusive shooting
- High-definition (approx. 921k-dot), 170˚ viewing angle, 3-in. VGA LCD monitor with tempered glass
For more information please visit http://imaging.nikon.com/products/imaging/lineup/digitalcamera/slr/d3s/index.htm
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I recently bought the new Nikon D3s. I love it!
Found a short clip- the video and stills were captured using it http://vimeo.com/9337388
Their new digital SLR is sick!
I had to hold on tightly not only for the specs, but for the $5200 price as well.