| Camera Type |
35mm SLR (single-lens reflex) |
| Lens Mount |
Nikon F mount (with AF coupling, AF contacts) |
| Focus Type |
TTL phase detection, Nikon Multi-CAM1300 autofocus module; (5-point AF system with 3 crosshair sensors) . |
| Focus Modes |
Single Servo AF (S), Continuous Servo AF (C), Manual focus (M); Focus Tracking with Lock-On automatically activated in subject's status in Single Servo AF (S) or Continuous Servo AF |
| Focus Sensitivity Range |
EV -1 to 19 (@ ISO 100 with f/1.4 lens) |
| Focus Screen |
B-type BriteView clear Matte screen III, interchangeable with optional E-type screen with grid |
| Exposure Modes |
Programmed Auto (Flexible Program possible); Shutter-Priority Auto; Aperture-Priority Auto; Manual |
| Exposure Metering |
TTL full-aperture exposure metering system; three metering systems selectable (limitations with lens used): 10 segment, 3D Matrix Metering, Center-Weighted Metering (75% of the meter's sensitivity concentrated on the 12mm dia. circle) and Spot Metering (4mm dia. circle, approx. 1% of entire frame) |
| Metering Range |
3D Matrix Metering: EV 0-21; Center-Weighted Metering: EV 0-21; Spot Metering: EV 3-21 (at normal temperature, ISO 100, 50mm f/1.4 lens) |
| ISO Range |
25-5000, Manual - ISO 6-6400 in 1/3 steps |
| Exposure Bracketing |
1/2, 2/3 or 1 steps |
| Exposure Compensation |
± 5 EV in 1/3rd EV increments |
| Shutter Speed |
In P, A: 30 to 1/8000 sec.; In S: 30 to 1/8000 sec. (in 1/3 steps); In M: 30 to 1/8000 sec. (in 1/3 steps), Bulb |
| Multiple Exposure |
Activated using film advance mode dial |
| Self Timer |
Electronically controlled; timer duration: 10 sec. |
| Built-in Flash |
none |
| PC Terminal |
Yes |
| Flash Range |
na |
| Film Advance Modes |
Auto single shot, Continuous at 3 or 4.5 frames per second(up to 5 fps with MB-15 Battery Pack) |
| Viewfinder |
Fixed eye-level pentaprism, approx 96% Coverage Metering system, In-focus indicator, Focus area, Exposure mode, Aperture, Shutter speed, AE Lock, Analog exposure display, Exposure compensation, Flash ready light & Frame counter |
| LCD |
Aperture, Shutter speed, Aperture/shutter speed lock, Exposure mode, Focus mode, Focus area, Custom setting, Exposure compensation, Autobracketing, Flash sync mode, Electronic analog display, Battery power & Frame counter |
| Depth Of Field Preview |
Yes |
| Date/Time |
none |
| Diopter Correction |
(-3 to +1 DP) |
| Remote Control |
10-pin remote terminal: Equipped (accepts optional MC20/MC30 remotes) |
| Mirror Lock-Up |
No |
| Power Source |
AA-type battery holder MS-12 provided (four alkaline or lithium batteries); optional 3V lithium battery holder MS-13 available (for two CR123A or DL123A batteries); optional Multi-Power High Speed Battery Pack MB-15 and AA-type battery holder MS-15 are also available (for six alkaline or lithium batteries, or optional Ni-MH battery MN-15) |
| Dimensions |
Approx. 6.1 ® 4.4 ® 2.6 in. 155 x 113 x 66mm |
| Weight |
Approx. 785g, 27.7 oz. (without batteries) |