D2Xs

Key Features

• 12.4 effective-megapixel Nikon DX format CMOS sensor: The CMOS image sensor provides both high image quality and high-speed performance at up to 5 fps. And despite the extremely high resolution achieved by 12.4 effective-megapixels, image data is recorded at exceptionally high speed through use of a 4-channel output method.
• Next generation color reproduction: Nikon’s most powerful image processing to-date delivers color images that are both natural and accurate, delivering true-to-life color reproduction and realistic transitions.
• Powerful image processing engine designed to produce high-quality images: Significantly higher quality images are a prerequisite today. But with Nikon, high image quality is so much more than just megapixels. In fact, there's a plethora of other high-level technologies required to achieve outstandingly high levels of performance that today’s photographers need which is exactly what the D2X provides.
• High-speed crop function with new automatic mask feature: Continuous shooting at a rapid 8 frames per second is possible when using the high-speed crop mode that records the central portion of the frame at 6.8-megapixel resolution. What’s more, the viewfinder has been enhanced to provide an automatic mask that is activated when the HSC mode is set for simpler accuracy in composition.
• 1,005-pixel 3D Color Matrix Metering II: Nikon's exclusive light metering technology intelligently evaluates numerous elements beyond simple brightness and compares its findings against an onboard database of reference images. Complex and otherwise time-consuming, exposures are determined instantly, resulting in consistent and dependable digital imaging exposures. The advantages of 3D Color Matrix Metering II are provided in the high-speed crop function which also optimizes the areas calculated for using center-weighted metering and i-TTL flash control.
• Sharp, clear 2.5-inch TFT LCD display with a 170-degree wide-angle viewing: The D2X incorporates a large 2.5-inch 230,000-dot, high-resolution LCD monitor display with an ultra-wide 170-degree viewing angle for clearer viewing. It also offers larger type fonts that improve access to color-coded menus.
• 11-area AF system with 9 cross-type AF sensors: Updated to perform even faster and with greater precision in the D2Xs, the 11-area AF system employs Nikon's advanced Multi-CAM 2000 AF Sensor Module. Of these 11 widely spread AF sensors, 9 are cross-type sensors positioned in the logical rule-of-thirds array. All 9 cross-type sensors remain active when using high-speed crop mode.
• Broad color mode options: Adobe RGB profile (color mode I and II), as well as the option of the sRGB profile enables photographers to set the best color mode based on their shooting needs. Additionally, a new black and white capture mode is now available.
• Image overlay and multiple exposure: The multiple exposure function creates a single image from up to 10 exposures. The D2X also offers an image overlay function that merges selected RAW (NEF) files already stored on the CF card to create a new image file within the camera.
• World's fastest response with a 37ms shutter release time: Instant startup and a class-leading shutter release time lag of a mere 37 milliseconds combined with optimized systems throughout maximizing all-round performance, delivers the response needed to handle even the most challenging professional assignments.
• Creative in-camera trimming: A newly added feature, in-camera trimming, allows RAW, TIFF and JPEG images taken using the D2X to be trimmed within the camera producing images of reduced display sizes ranging from 640 x 480 to 2560 x 1920 pixels.
• Full integration into Nikon’s Creative Lighting System: When used in combination with SB-800, SB-600 or SB-R200 Speedlights, the D2X supports Nikon’s Creative Lighting System with high-precision flash photography using i-TTL flash control, giving unlimited creativity through Advanced Wireless Lighting and functions such as FV Lock and Auto FP High-Speed Sync.
• Lithium-ion battery system with even greater power: The new EN-EL4a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, retains the same form, but features significantly increased capacity that delivers enough power for up to 3,400 shots per charge. The system’s real-time status display gives accurate feedback on the percentage of remaining battery charge, the number of shots taken since the last charge, the overall status of service life as well as notification when calibration is recommended.
• Support for Capture NX: Capture NX offers the exciting potential for Nikon Electronic Format (NEF) files, JPEG and TIFF images. Refined through revolutionary U-Point technology, it greatly simplifies the selection of objects, colors and areas supporting highly accurate alterations to a myriad of image elements while also preserving the integrity of the original image data.
• GPS support: With the optional MC-35 GPS adapter cord, location information such as latitude, longitude, altitude and heading (direction) can be transferred from a GPS device and then recorded along with the shooting data for each image.
• Image authentication to protect the integrity of valuable data: Nikon’s new image authentication function offers image authentication for digital image files. Indication of whether the actual image has been tampered with is provided along with any changes that have been made to date and GPS information. (Additional software is required.)
• Wireless support with the Wireless Transmitter WT-2/2A: The D2X supports the new high-speed, IEEE802.11b/g compatible Wireless Transmitter WT-2A with enhanced image transfer protocols and increased security. The WT-2A additionally supports the new PTP/IP protocol. And when used with optional Camera Control Pro software, wireless camera control is possible.

Tech Specs

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  Image Sensor Format
  DX
  CMOS sensor, 23.7 x 15.7mm; total pixels: 12.84 million
   
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  Image Sensor Type
  CMOS
   
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  Sensor Size
  15.7 x 23.7mm
   
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  Total Pixels
  12.84 million
   
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  Effective Pixels
  12.4 million
   
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  Image Area (pixels)
  FX-format
  (L) 4288x2848
  (M) 3216x2136
  (S) 2144x1424
   
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  LCD Monitor Size
  2.5 in. diagonal
   
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  LCD Monitor Resolution
  230000 Dots
   
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  LCD Monitor Angle of View
  170-degree wide-viewing angle
   
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  Shutter type
  Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane
   
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  Slowest Shutter Speed
  30 sec. in steps of 1/3
  1/2
  1 EV
   
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  Fastest Shutter Speed
  1/8000 sec. in steps of 1/3
  1/2
  1 EV
   
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  Bulb Shutter Setting
  Yes
   
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  Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity
  100
   
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  Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity
  800
   
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  Storage Media
  CompactFlash© (Type I/II)
  MicroDrive©
   
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  File Format
  Uncompressed 12-bit NEF (RAW)
   
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  Exposure Modes
  Programmed Auto (P) with flexible Program
  Shutter-Priority Auto (S)
  Aperture-Priority Auto (A)
  Manual (M)
   
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  Metering Range
  0-20
   
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  Exposure Meter Coupling
  CPU
  AI
   
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  Exposure Compensation
  ±Plus or minus 5 EV increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV EV
   
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  Exposure Lock
  Yes
  Detected exposure value locked by pressing AE-L/AF-L button
   
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  Exposure Bracketing
  Yes
  Number of shots: 2 to 9 frames Compensation steps: 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, or 1 EV steps
   
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  Interface
  Hi-speed USB
  802.11b
  802.11g
   
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  Compatible Lenses

  1) AF Nikkor (including AF-S, DX, VR and D-/G-type): All functions possible

  
  2) D-type Manual-Focus Nikkor: All functions except autofocus and some exposure modes available

  
  3) AF Nikkor other than D-/G-type: All functions except 3D-Color Matrix Metering II and 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash possible

  
  4) AI-P Nikkor: All functions except 3D-Color Matrix Metering II, 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash and AF possible

  
  5) Non-CPU AI Nikkor*: Usable in [A] or [M] mode with Matrix Metering, Center-Weighted and Spot Metering available *Indication of aperture No., after user inputs the aperture f/No. and focal length F=mm by multi-selector operationElectronic rangefinder usable with maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster

   
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  Picture Angle
  1.5, 2
   
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  Viewfinder
  Optical-type fixed eye-level pentaprism
   
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  Viewfinder Frame Coverage
  Approx. 100%
   
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  Viewfinder Eyepoint
  19.9
   
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  Reflex Mirror
  Instant return type
   
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  Interchangeable Focusing Screens
  Yes
  BriteView Clear Matte Screen III; supplied Type-B or optional Type-E with grid
   
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  Viewfinder Magnification
  Approx. 0.86
   
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  Lens Aperture
  Instant-return type with depth-of-field preview button
   
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  Depth-of-field Control
  Yes
   
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  Autofocus System
  TTL
   
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  Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points
  11
   
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  Focus Modes
  Single-servo AF (S)
  1) Single Area AF 2) Dynamic-area AF 3) Group Dynamic AF 4) Dynamic-area AF with closest subject priority
   
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  Focus Lock
  Half press of shutter-release button (single-point AF in AF-S)
  Focus is locked by pressing AE-L/AF-L Lock button or lightly pressing shutter release button in [S] AF
   
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  Flash Sync Terminal
  Yes
  ISO 519 standard terminal, lock screw provided
   
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  Accessory Shoe
  Yes
  Standard ISO hot-shoe contact with safely lock provided
   
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  Battery / Batteries
  EN-EL4a Lithium-ion Battery
   
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  AC Adaptor
  EH-6 AC Adapter
   
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  Battery Charger
  MH-21 Quick Charger
   
• 
  Tripod Socket
  ¼ inch 20
   
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  Approx. Dimensions
  Width 6.2 in. (157.5mm)
  Height 5.9 in. (149.5mm)
  Depth 3.4 in. (85.5mm)
  
   
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  Approx. Weight
  2.4 oz. (1070g)
   
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  Supported Languages
  English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Swedish, Simplified Chinese, Korean, Japanese (selectable in menu)
   
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  Supplied Software
  
  PictureProject software CD-ROM
   
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  Optional Accessories
  WT-2/2A Wireless Transmitter, WA-E1 Extended Range Antenna, EH-6 AC Adapter, Type-E Focusing Screen, DG-2 Magnifier, DK-17A Anti-fog Finder Eyepiece, DK-19 Rubber Eyepiece Cup, DK-17C Eyepiece Correction Lens series, DK-17M Magnifying Eyepiece, DR-5 Right-Angle Magnifying Viewing Attachment, SB-800/SB-600/R200 Speedlights, Capture NX software, Camera Control Pro Software, Image Authentication Software
   
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  Supplied Accessories
  • EN-EL4a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
  • MH-21 Quick Charger
  • Body Cap
  • AN-D2Xs Camera Strap
  • EG-D2 Audio Video Cable
  • UC-E4 USB Cable
  • BM-3 LCD Monitor Cover
  • BL-1 Battery Chamber Cover
  • Type-B Focusing Screen
  • Software Suite CD-ROM

  *Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area.
   

Specifications and equipment are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.