Nikon D3X (Body Only)

Nikon, at the heart of the image

The D3x, an FX-format digital SLR features extreme 24.5-megapixel resolution and superb low-noise capabilities, providing professional photographers with commercial-quality image performance in a familiar and extraordinarily versatile digital SLR form factor. In conjunction with the innovative Nikon FX-format D3, the D3x tops off a collection of flagship level, rugged, professional calibre digital SLR cameras engineered to excel in all types of professional photographic disciplines from photojournalism and sideline sports to commercial in-studio applications.

The foundation of the D3x's enhanced performance is its FX-format, 24.5-megapixel (6048 x 4032) CMOS sensor providing commercial, high fashion, fine art and landscape photographers with the extreme resolution, dynamic range, colour depth, detail and sharpness they demand. Whether creating catalogues, magazine covers, billboards or gallery prints, the large 5.49-micron pixel size and high signal-to-noise ratio produces vibrant pictures with breathtaking image fidelity while reducing lost highlights and shadows, ensuring smoother tonal reproduction with minimized noise. With full resolution shooting speeds of up to five frames-per-second (fps) and 14-bit files, that when processed are approximately 138 MB, the D3x offers today's photographic artists an ultimate level of performance and versatility ready for demanding assignments in the studio or on location.

Image Quality is Most Important
The D3x delivers an incredible level of digital SLR performance providing photographers with extremely high resolution, exceptional dynamic range, phenomenal total gradation and outstanding colour reproduction. Image files can be recorded as TIFF, JPEG or NEF (RAW) formats in either 12- or 14-bit compressed or uncompressed formats, and recorded to UDMA compatible CompactFlash™ cards for optimum speed. Image files can be saved directly to the dual card slots as overflow, backup, or as separate file formats to different cards. The flexibility of the D3x provides the creative option to shoot in the 5:4 crop mode with 20.4-megapixel resolution, the ideal format for creating 8 x 10-inch portraits. While using DX-format lenses, faster continuous shooting of up to seven frames-per-second can be achieved at a resolution of 10.5 megapixels.

The exceptionally low noise of the D3x is essential to any professional commercial application, and provides photographers with an ISO range of 100 to 1600, expandable to 50 (Lo-1) and 6400 (Hi-2). Ultra smooth tones and lack of grain at ISO 1600 as well as at low sensitivity settings result in smooth, natural skin tones and exacting detail that, before the D3x, required larger and more costly studio-bound camera systems.

Advanced Technologies, Performance, Speed
In a commercial setting or on location, imaging professionals need high performance in both speed and processing. The Nikon D3x can shoot at up to five fps at full resolution or up to seven fps in DX crop mode, allowing photographers to catch the split-second difference in a model's expression or capture all of the action in a sequence. Just like the D3, the D3x achieves a start-up time of a mere 0.12 seconds and a shutter release time lag of 0.04 seconds.

The D3x's speed and high performance leverages Nikon core technologies including a newly enhanced EXPEED™ Image Processing System, specially designed for the D3x to provide superior image quality, faster processing speeds and lower power consumption. This advanced system is able to achieve extremely precise colour reproduction for a broad spectrum of hues, in addition to vivid saturation and smooth gradation. What's more, Nikon's advanced noise processing function is engineered to minimize noise at all sensitivities and operate seamlessly without interfering with other image colour parameters.

The D3x also features Nikon's exclusive Scene Recognition System, which continuously analyzes information from the 1,005-pixel RGB light sensor to further refine auto exposure, auto white balance and autofocus calculations. This results in flattering portraits and awe-inspiring landscapes rendering accurate colour and fine details. Nikon's exclusive 3D Colour Matrix Metering II helps ensure accurate exposures, even in the most challenging lighting conditions. Instantly evaluating each scene before capture, input data from the system's sensor is automatically referenced against an internal database of more than 30,000 images derived from actual photographs to calculate correct exposure values. Active D-Lighting, used in combination with 3D Matrix Metering II, helps determine proper exposure and creates realistic contrast while compensating for lost shadows and highlights. Prior to shooting, you can choose from Extra High, High, Normal, Low or Off settings, as well as an Auto mode.

Nikon's exclusive Multi-CAM 3500FX focus module, with 51 AF points, 15 cross type sensors and 36 horizontal sensors easily tracks and locks onto moving subjects, delivering the same fast and accurate AF performance that helped make the D3 an immediate success. You can select any of the AF points, making it easy to consistently attain accurate focus right on a subject's eyes, frame after frame. Additionally, three AF-area modes - Single point, Dynamic-area AF and Auto-area AF - are available to maximize the use of the 51 focus points by selecting the most suitable one to match subject conditions. AF is also available in one of two Live View modes optimized for the studio, including a phase detection handheld mode and a tripod mode. This feature lets the user zoom in up to 27x on the LCD screen to ensure critical focus. While in Live View, the graphic indication of a virtual horizon is also available, making it easier than ever to confirm camera orientation.

Supplied accessories
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4a, Quick Charger MH-22, USB Cable UC-E4, Audio Video Cable EG-D2, Camera Strap AN-D3X, Body Cap BF-1A, Accessory Shoe Cover BS-2, Eyepiece DK-17, Battery Chamber Cover BL-4, USB Cable Clip, Software Suite CD-ROM