Nikon D3s FX Full Frame DSLR Camera

The Nikon D3S engineered for Brawn, Precision, Implementation and adaptability stupendously rises to the occasion to carry out the ever changing requirements of photographers whose responsibilities require 100% output from them along with their camera equipment. In the forefront featuring adaptable FX-format multimedia flexibility while engineered for arduous professional application as fast as 9 fps. The D3S' durable magnesium alloy construction has expansive sealing in opposition to dust and moisture, and it delivers on its guarantee of excellence. Fastidious moments of time are acquired to an enlarged buffer, providing constant acquisition of up to36 14-bit NEF images in (RAW) or as many as 82 (fine) JPEGs.

The D3s features a 51-area autofocus scheme, Nikons recently contrived, original 12.1-MP CMOS image sensor, in conjunction with exclusive technologies like the EXPEED image processor, the Nikon Scene Recognition Scheme combined with a fast, precise 51-area autofocus system, work in harmony to ascertain that both still images plus smooth 24 frames per second HD movie files display extraordinary corner-to-corner sharpness, rich color penetration and wide-ranging tonal range, while ground-breaking execution allows low-noise ISO sensitivities up to 12,800.

Extended ISO sensitivity at 25,600, 51,200 plus an astonishing 102,400, crash through numerous mile posts of photography. Audio input to go along with HD video is captured using the in camera microphone, however high fidelity stereo can be recorded by using an external Mic input by plugging in an external microphone. Additional included technologies are the Nikon legendary 1,005-pixel 3D RGB Matrix Color Metering II, authenticating tough exposure assessment and white balance recognition.

Precise image review and menus spring to life using the D3S' individually factory-calibrated and tempered glass-protected 921,000-dot 3-inch, LCD Live View screen. A self-diagnosing shutter, tested to more than 300,000 click cycles, and a multitude of inherent advantages resulting from several decades of Nikon experience engineering, wrap up the D3S' prerequisites for meeting the demands of professional photographers.

Things not to like: Back button to select an autofocus point. The Canon's method is more appealing. The life of the battery is nowhere close to the 4000 shots advertised. Video mode focusing could use improvement. Its jerky and slow. Talking about video -- uh...good in a pinch, however its not a big deal for me. however others may feel differently. Canon has the video edge for now.

Sep 28, 2011

• 12.1 Mp FX (36x23.9mm) CMOS Sensor
• RAW/JPEGs & 720p HD Video @ 24fps
• ISO Sensitivity Up To ISO 102,400
• Built Tough, Fully Weathersealed
• 3" 920,000-Dot LCD with Live View
• Buffers Up to 48 RAW or 130 large JPEGs
• In-Camera RAW Processing
• Compatible With Most Nikkor Optics
• Dual CF Memory Card Slots
• Up to 4200 Exposures per Battery Charge

• Nikon D3S Digital SLR Camera
• EN-EL4a Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (11.1v 2500mAh)
• MH-22 Quick Charger for Nikon EN-EL4 & EN-EL4a Batteries
• EG-D2 A/V Cable
• AN-DC5 Camera Strap
• UC-E4 USB Cable for Nikon SLR Digital Cameras
• USB Cable Clip
• Body Cap BF-1B
• Accessory Shoe Cover BS-2
• BL-4 Battery Chamber Cover
• DK-17 Finder Eyepiece for D3, D2 Series, D700 & F6 Cameras (Replacement)
• Software Suite CD-ROM
• 1-Year Manufacturer's Warranty

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