NIKON D3S

ISO performance: ISO 12800 as standard, expandable to ISO equivalent of 102400 (Hi 3)

Large pixel pitch: the 12.1-megapixel FX-format advantage

New and improved D-Movie function

Image sensor cleaning: assured protection

EXPEED: Nikon’s comprehensive approach to quality digital images

Lateral chromatic aberration reduction: edge-to-edge sharpness

Active D-Lighting: rescuing tone in highlights and shadows

Picture Control: custom-tailored tone and color

Speed and readiness throughout the workflow

9-frames-per-second* shooting rate in FX-format, 11 fps* in DX crop

Scene Recognition System: enlightened accuracy and intelligence

51-point AF: fast and accurate subject acquisition

Sophisticated AE with highlight analysis

Informed auto white balance

Approx. 100% frame coverage

Superior durability

Twin CF card slots

Long-life battery

Easy-to-access Live View mode

Quiet Shutter-release mode for nonintrusive shooting

3-in., approx. 921k-dot color, 170º viewing angle LCD monitor

Newly added image area of 1.2x crop (30 x 20) format with approx. 8.4 megapixels.
Multiple exposure operation that can be repeated by designating the function to the bracketing button.
Electronic virtual horizon that is available in Live View shooting.
Extended menu banks that stores up to four combinations of exposure mode, shutter speed and aperture value.
Versatile in-camera Retouch Menus, including RAW processing to enhance your images without using a computer.
Compatible with HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) output. Type C connector (mini size) is employed.
With the optional GPS Unit GP-1, location information such as latitude, longitude, altitude and time are automatically recorded to each image’s EXIF data. The Time Adjustment feature, which adjusts your camera’s time zone, is also available using the GP-1. Especially useful for group assignments that require several D3S cameras to be synchronized.
Exclusive Nikon Software — Nikon Transfer and ViewNX software packages (supplied) for a range of basic photo browsing and editing operations; Capture NX 2, Camera Control Pro 2, and Image Authentication Software (all optional) enable more advanced operation and image editing.