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Main features
(from Nikon)
- 12.4 effective megapixel
Nikon DX Format CMOS image sensor featuring optimum image quality and
high-speed 4-channel data output
- Nikon's most advanced image
processing engine is updated to deliver yet higher performance and greater
precision as it produces natural looking images with realistic transitions
between colors and tones
- High-speed continuous
shooting: 5 frames per second (fps) at 12.4 megapixels for up to 17
consecutive NEF (Nikon Electronic Format) or 22 JPEG images; 8 fps for 29 NEF
or 50 JPEG images at 6.8 megapixels in High-speed Crop mode
- High-speed Crop mode
features a new viewfinder mask for more accurate and confident composition
- Refinements to Nikon's
industry-leading 11-area AF system with 9 cross-type AF sensors deliver faster
response and greater precision for optimal performance under the most
challenging shooting conditions
- The advanced color
reproduction system is updated, adding a new Black & White mode choice to the
six available color mode and color profile combinations
- 3D-Color Matrix Metering II
with ambient light sensor and 1,005-pixel RGB sensor delivers consistent and
dependable automatic exposure
- Excellent response featuring
instant start-up and ultra-short 37ms shutter release lag
- Top shutter speed of 1/8,000
second and flash sync speeds up to 1/250 second
- Fast read/write memory card
speed and USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface for faster image transfer
- Large 2.5-inch LCD monitor
with ultra-wide 170° viewing angle for clear image preview and easy access to
settings and information, including RGB Histograms and the Recent Settings
list
- Creative in-camera effects
with Image Overlay and Multiple Exposure, and in-camera trimming with Trim
function
- GPS support records location
information along with shooting data
- Lightweight, durable
magnesium body
- New high-energy EN-EL4a
rechargeable lithium-ion battery features significantly increased capacity,
and provides detailed battery status information.
- Full support for Nikon's
Creative Lighting System and i-TTL flash control when used with the SB-800,
SB-600 or Wireless Close-Up Speedlight Systems
- The D2XS supports more than
50 AF NIKKOR lenses in addition to the growing family of DX NIKKOR lenses
- Support for the Wireless
Transmitter WT-2/2A enables direct transfer of images via wireless LAN.
(WT-1/1A also supported)
- Includes Nikon’s
PictureProject software for easy control over image adjustment and management
- Support for Nikon's new
Capture NX software, which provides easier access to powerful and visually
intuitive enhancement tools that help tap the full potential of NEF images
Specification
(from Nikon)
Effective pixels |
12.4
million |
Image sensor |
CMOS
sensor, 23.7 x 15.7mm size, 12.84 million total pixels |
Image size |
Full
Image: [L] 4,288 x 2,848-pixel / [M] 3,216 x 2,136-pixel / [S] 2,144 x
1,424-pixel;
High Speed Crop Image: [L] 3,216 x 2,136-pixel / [M] 2,400 x 1,600-pixel /
[S] 1,600 x 1,064-pixel |
Sensitivity |
100 to
800 (ISO equivalent); HI-0.3, HI-0.5, HI-0.7, HI-1 and HI-2 |
Storage media |
CompactFlash™ (CF) Card (Type I/II) and Microdrive™ |
LCD monitor |
2.5-in.,
approx. 230,000-pixel low temp. polysilicon TFT LCD with white LED
backlighting; Backlight/brightness adjustment available, allows up to
170-degree viewing angle |
Exposure metering |
3D Color
Matrix Metering II, Center-Weighted Metering and Spot Metering |
Exposure Modes |
Programmed Auto (Flexible Program possible) [P], Shutter-Priority Auto [A],
Aperture-Priority Auto [A] and Manual [M] |
Interface |
USB 2.0
(Hi-Speed) |
Power sources |
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4a (11.1V DC), Quick Charger MH-21, AC
Adapter EH-6 (optional) |
Dimensions (W x H x D) |
Approx.
157.5 x 149.5 x 85.5mm (6.2 x 5.9 x 3.4 in.) |
Weight |
Approx.
1,070g (2.4 lbs) without battery and storage media |
D2X and D2Xs compared at
time of initial D2Xs launch (PDF opens in a new window)
Some of the changes was also added later
to the D2X, via firmware update
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