• A Nikon-original 12.1-megapixel FX-format (23.9 x 36mm) CMOS sensor, in concert with Nikon's exclusive digital image processing system, delivers breathtakingly rich image quality, while also reducing noise to unprecedented levels with even higher ISOs
• Continuous shooting at up to 9 frames per second at full FX resolution and up to 11fps inthe DX Crop mode, offers uncompromised shooting speeds for fast-action and sports photography
• Extreme Low-noise ISO range with Advanced Noise Reduction enables photographers to confidently select from 200-6400 ISO with an expanded range that includes Lo-1 (100 ISO)Hi-1 (12,800 ISO) and Hi-2 (25,600 ISO)
• The 3.0-inch super density 920,000-dot VGA color monitor with 170-degree wide-angle viewing and tempered-glass protection makes it possible for even more critical image review
• Fast, accurate 51-point autofocus with 3D Focus Tracking and three Dynamic AF modes deliver exacting autofocus precision at blazing speeds
• Two LiveView shooting modes, Hand-held or Tripod, are perfect when shooting in a studio, remote situations or from challenging angles
• Nikon's exclusive Scene Recognition System (SRS), with an improved 1,005-Pixel 3DColor Matrix Metering II, provides even more intelligent auto exposure capabilities, along with smarter auto white balance detection and faster, more accurate AF performance
• Nikon's Self-diagnostic shutter system, tested to 300,000 cycles, is a clear indication of advanced engineering and durable construction
• New Picture Control settings give photographers dramatically advanced color control with 4 preset options: Standard, Neutral, Vivid and Monochrome, as well as 9 customizable settings

Specifications:

• Type of Camera: Single-lens reflex digital camera
• Effective Pixels: 12.1 million
• Image Size (pixels): FX format (36 x 24): 4,256 x 2,832 (L), 3,184 x 2,120 (M), 2,128 x 1,416 (S) 5:4 (30 x 24): 3,552 x 2,832 (L), 2,656 x 2,120 (M), 1,776 x 1,416 (S)
  DX format (24 x 16): 2,784 x 1,848 (L), 2,080 x 1,384 (M), 1,392 x 920 (S)
• Image Sensor: CMOS sensor, 23.9 x 36.0 mm; total pixels: 12.87 million; Nikon FX format
• Sensitivity: ISO 200 to 6,400 in steps of 1/3, 1/2, or 1 EV; sensitivity decreases approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, or 1 (ISO 100 equivalent) EV below ISO 200, and increases approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1 (ISO 12,800 equivalent), or 2 (ISO 25,600 equivalent) EV over ISO 6,400
• File System: Compliant with DCF 2.0, DPOF and Exif 2.21
• Storage System: Compressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW, Lossless compressed): approx. 60-80 percent Compressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW, Compressed): approx. 45-60 percent JPEG: JPEG-baseline-compliant; can be selected from Size priority and Optimal quality
• Storage Media: CompactFlash(TM) (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA); Microdrives
• Release Modes:
  1) Single-frame [S] mode
  2) Continuous low-speed [CL] mode: 1-9 frames per second*
  3) Continuous high-speed [CH] mode: 9 fps (9-11 fps with DX format)*
  4) LiveView [LV] mode
  5) Self-timer mode
  6) Mirror-up [Mup] mode
  *With Continuous-servo AF, S or M exposure mode, shutter speed 1/250 s or faster; other settings are set at Default
• White Balance: Auto (TTL white balance with main image sensor and 1,005-pixel RGB sensor); Seven manual modes can be preset with fine-tuning; color temperature setting; white balance bracketing: 2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1, 2 or 3
• LiveView: Handheld mode: TLL phase-difference AF with 51 focus areas (15 cross-type sensors) Tripod mode: focal-plane contrast AF on a desired point within a specific area
• LCD Monitor: 3 in., approx. 920,000-dot (VGA), 170-degree wide-viewing angle, 100 percent TFT LCD with brightness adjustment
• Video Output : NTSC or PAL; simultaneous playback from both the video output and on the LCD monitor available
• HDMI Output: Supports HDMI version 1.3a; Type A connector is provided as HDMI output terminal; simultaneous playback from both the HDMI output terminal and on the LCD monitor not available
• Interface: Hi-speed USB
• Lens Mount: Nikon F mount with AF coupling and AF contacts
• Compatible Lenses*1:
  1) Type G or D AF Nikkor: All functions supported
  2) DX AF Nikkor: All functions supported except FX-format (36x24)/5:4 (30x24) image size
  3) AF Nikkor other than type G or D*2: All functions supported except 3D Color Matrix Metering II
  4) AI-P Nikkor: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D Color Matrix Metering II
  5) Non-CPU AI Nikkor: Can be used in exposure modes A and M; electronic rangefinder can be used if maximum aperture is f/5.6 or faster; Color Matrix Metering and aperture value display supported if user provides lens data
  *1. IX Nikkor lenses cannot be used
  *2. Excluding lenses for F3AF.
• Picture Angle: Equivalent to angle produced by lens focal length (1.5 times when DX format is selected)
• Viewfinder: SLR-type with fixed eye-level pentaprism; built-in diopter adjustment (-3 to +1 m-1)
• Eyepoint: 18 mm (-1.0 m-1)
• Focusing Screen: Type B BriteView Clear Matte VI screen
• Viewfinder Frame Coverage: Approx. 100 percent (vertical/horizontal)
• Viewfinder Magnification: Approx. 0.7x (50mm f/1.4 lens at infinity; -1.0 m-1) Reflex Mirror Quick-return type