Nikon D3X Digital SLR Camera Body, 24.5 Megapixel, FX-Format CMOS Sensor, USA Warranty
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ROBERT C : Why is this camera so expensive when with the D800 you have the same? sensor with more pixels?JAMES K : I own both the D800 and the D3X and find then outstanding bodies. The D3X is a more rugged pro body and has a few more features. The fast shutter speeds and high iso are helpful. I use it a lot with the 600mm Nikkor lens for animal photgraphy. Extremely rugged body that can take a lot. I look at the D800 as having excellent optics but a much less rugged body.RIZALINO M : I cannot compare the two cameras because I don't have D800.
D3X is one solid piece and it take good pictures.
Why is it more expensive than D800, I don't know.ROBERT M : The D3X was on the market over 2 years before the D800. The 24.5 was the most at the time. over all the D800 is a better camera however, the D3X has a better grip which is a one piece unit. The D800 requires additional purchase and has a less than secure feel. As for images the D800 out shines all cameras.ROBERT C : Thanks. I have both the D3 and the D800E and often the D3 with 12 megapixels is equal of the 800. So I understand that the whole technology of the sensor determines the quality of the image. Still I wonder. They have the D4 for photojournalists and sports photographers why still sell the D3X/ For whom?RICHARD H : It's a good question. I Don't know that it's as much about the sensor as it is about the whole package. Like asking why is consumer glass (lenses) so much cheaper than professional glass? Sometimes up to four times the cost. Or a slow lense compared to a fast lens? The D3X is built like a tank compared to the D800. But don't get me wrong, I believe the D800 is probably a very nice camera, and light. I have thought about it. But I have sure enjoyed my D3X.JAMES W : That's a good question, but only Nikon knows the full answer - I sure don't. But there's a lot more to a camera body than the number of megapixels its sensor records. For example, is the shutter on the D800 going to last as many cycles as the one in the D3x? Is the strength of construction/use of materials the same? Is the battery life comparable? Are any D3x features absent on the D800? I haven't compared the two, so I don't have any idea of the answers; perhaps you can do so. I wonder if there is a way to ask Nikon via their website. They might cite John Arbuckle: "You only get what you pay for."
Shopper : what does the body weight?ROBERT R : You can see all the specs @ Nikon's site.
43.0 oz. (1,220g) camera body onlyJAMES K : This camera body weighs about 2.5 lbs. without a lens. For the pro photographer the weight is no issue. A tremendous body!Craig C : 2 LBS, 11 OZ WITHOUT BATTERY OR MEMORY CARDJAMES S : My entire bag with camera, lens and flash attachment weighs approximately six pounds.
jeff g : what is the crop factor?ALAN K : Jeff, the D3x is a Full Frame (FX) camera body. There is NO crop factor, except by using the center section of the sensor, actually the camera should automatically show a smaller area in the view finder because you're using a DX format lens.
Any Nikon DX sensor camera body will have a 1.5 crop, any Nikon FX (full frame) body is just like an older 35mm film camera, no crop at all.
Hope this helps Jeff. I've had my D3x for a year and I LOVE, it's indestructible!
AlanMARK R : None. The D4, D3 & D3X all have full-frame sensors so there is no crop factor. The D2X and current D5100 model have a 1.5x crop factor, so a 50mm lens on one of those bodies will wprk as an effective 75mm lens. Also be advised that the full-frame Nikon lenses (non-'D' models) will work on all bodies, but D-series lenses only work on D-series bodies without cropping the image by 30-33%. Hope this helps.TED A : the D3X is full frame so the crop factor is 1.0, ie there is no crop.JEFFREY M : It is a full frame sensor so does not crop like 1.5:1. Nit sure if that is what you are asking. It has selectable aspect ratios of 3:2, 4:3 and 5:4. Hope this helps.JAMES W : My understanding of the crop factor is that it applies to cameras with sensors smaller than the standard image recording size (area) set by full frame 35-mm film cameras. The Nikon D3X has a FX (full frame) format sensor equivalent in size to the 35-mm standard, hence there is no crop factor applicable to this camera.
For further explanation, assume a standard 50-mm lens is mounted on a camera with a smaller than standard sensor. That sensor will only be covered by and record a central portion, not the entire, image projected by that lens. It may record, say, an image equivalent to that which a 75-mm lens would provide on a standard 35-mm film frame. This apparent telephoto effect is described by the crop factor. In this example, the factor would be 1.5; the standard lens on the smaller sensor acts like a lens with a focal length 1.5 times longer.
However, on the D3X, a 50-mm lens records the equivalent image to a 50-mm lens on a 35-mm film camera, so the crop factor is 1 or no change or no crop factor to be considered. I hope this helps,
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2014-12-30T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
D3x, very glad I have one.
Got my D3x used in incredible condition, Love my D800 (hate the video and popup flash) so I bought the D3x. Wish Nikon was still making the D3x, perfect camera that still has a huge market demand. Hope it is replaced with an equal camera and no video.
Black M.
Originally posted at
2014-01-21T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Great Camera
The clarity of the images produced by this camera is excellent ! Love it !!
denismarcel
2013-07-08T21:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Great camera
I use my D3x for weddings and children sports. Colors are true skin tones are great. Brides are very happy and that's what counts. I went with the D3x because of another advantage and that's the same type of cards in both slots.
JL L.
2013-04-01T21:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
The best digital for landscape
If you want high resolution, the best colors, the best Auto focus controls, pro durability, this is it, look no further.
Hugo M.
2013-03-13T21:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Nikon D3x handles and shoots great
I use the D3x for landscapes, and portraiture work. Its files are easily manipulated in LR,and can be given massive adjustments, say heavy doses of fill light if needed,and still hold up. The file quality is simply excellent. Autofocus is excellent in this body. I have used it for soccer and surfing photos with good results. Balance and feel in the hand is excellent with a wide range of lenses, from the tiny 45mm-P to the 300/2.8. I really love the Func. Button and the way it offers me instant access to 5:4 (aka 8x10) cropping, or APS-C-size capture. The files this sensor produces are very clean, and the High ISO is pretty good at up to 1,600. The 24.5 MP capture size is an almost perfect file for portraiture work. I am exceptionally happy with this, my fifth Nikon D-SLR.
Derrel
2013-03-06T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
great camera
love the camera
buck10306
2012-09-20T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
WOW What a differance
I own both the D3X and The D3S and wow the two gives me the low light with great quality and low noise the D3X has great resolution and a very large file to work with. Some of the prints that I do are 2' X 3' and all of the customers that see them are suprised at the clarity. I do rapid shots at times and the sharpness between frames is second to none. Both are great cameras and I won't trade them for the world.
Delmar
Originally posted at
2012-04-30T21:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Buying Used Equipement
This was a used camera with an E+ rating. I expected it to be in nice condition. When it arrived I opened the pakaging and found what was in effect a brand new looking camera. I couldn't find any scuff marks on it anywhere. Adorama even gave me a manual which was not mentioned in the ad. They get top marks for an honest advertizing.
Dave
2012-04-29T21:00:00
Rated 3 out of 5
I need a bigger Hard Drive!
This is my prime camera in my portrait business. It is rugged (I watched it topple over and hit the floor with my f2.8 70-200 attached...both survived...). The big files are great when you have to aggressively crop...still leaves you with a decent image to enlarge. When shooting off tripod with the 70-200 lens, it gets a bit heavy after an hour or so. Low light performance is very good. When set in rapid shutter release mode using camera Raw/Jpeg the frame rate is definitely not as fast as even my D-300s with the same settings, which may be an issue for sports shooters. It also has no video capacity. If the forgoing are important, look at the D4.
WILLIAM M.
2012-01-31T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Blown away, a work of art to create art.
As I try to sit down and write a review I find myself asking questions of why I purchased this piece of equipment?, well in a nut shell from starting out in the Digital world with a Nikon D70 to a D200 then D3 and now D3x I find myself with a camera that has pretty much covered all the requirements needed to have in a photographers hands a portable Photo Studio and Lab, coupled to Nikkor Stellar Glass it is a winners combination in a DSLR 35mm format. I find myself having a little complaint with ISO that it falls short in the higher ranges above 600 starts to get pretty noisy in my opinion when trying to shoot natural light night short shutter duration shots, in that my older D3 out performs the D3x in higher ISO non noise issues but sacrifice the mega pixels that the D3x out shines in, if Nikon could have had the same ISO range as the D3 or the D3s has, this review would be much shorter than it is. I have had my D3x for just over a year and my D3 since April of 2008 and these two cameras are very well constructed tanks, yes tanks! they are very well constructed and will take some abuse in rigorous shooting conditions, from weddings to mountainous landscape shooting, and from very cold temps to very warm, and haven't had any issues with slow dragging shutters from the cold or electronics failing from heat issues. The controls are pretty much laid out great and if you have had any other Nikon Digital SLR's then navigating the external controls are no real issue, but sub menus are somewhat different then lets say a D200, the D3x just has more of them and choices to make in exposure and metering with to many to list here type of controls that will make you stumble backwards in a cold sweat at first trying to remember what control you just changed and were it was? lol but in no time it's easy to learn sub menus and how quickly they are to pull up. I cant wait to see the next line of Pro range camera bodies to show up in the line up, since the introduction of the D4, I wonder if a D4x will pop up with 32 mega pixels and frankly I really don't see a need to go to far beyond the 24 the D3x has, I am not into having video in my DSLR's but that is my opinion and don't see the need in this high end of a camera but for those who do, I think a D4xs version might be a good idea then? I can't say enough about this Camera body that others have already said, but if you want one powerful tool in your camera bag then this is the one.
gtwhogger
Originally posted at
2012-01-29T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Incredible Image Quality & Wonderful Ergonomics
Nikon user for nearly 30 years. I just love this camera, absolutely love it. Already owned a D3 when I bought the D3x, I find I only use the D3 now in extreme low light situations or when I need a super-high fps rate. Images are super-clear with minimal noise, even with 30sec or longer exposures. It is great for studio work, great for landscapes....... basically I have not found anything this camera does not excel at unless you cover something like sporting events where a fast frame rate or high ISO is needed. Image quality is second to none. In fact, as rated by the largest software developer of lens correcting software, only the highest resolution (costing $40K+) medium format backs score higher for image quality. This is an incredible camera!
WCG P.
Originally posted at
2011-09-21T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
D3X is easy to operate
The D3X produces film quality. The image size is mind boggling and the ease of operation is so simple. I can operate the D3X easier than a P&S camera. Along with the use on Nikon Capture NX2 to process the RAW NEF captures is unbeatable. The D3X is as close to using a view camera as I have ever experienced. If were to compare the D3X to an automobile it would have to be compares to a 12 cylinder Mercedes Benz with all of the features in that high end model.
xeno
Originally posted at
2011-09-04T21:00:00
Rated 4 out of 5
PIXELS GALOR
If you are looking for lots of resolution or flexibility to crop for hard to frame subjects (sports, moving object) this camera is hard to beat. It if, of course, just the ticket for portraits and landscape.
DARYL B.
2011-09-03T21:00:00
Rated 4 out of 5
Great product, dust bunny!
Great camera, tremendous features and abilities. FX lens' really make it shine. Be prepared to use Sensor cleaning services, as it does have a tendency to collect dust, despite my best efforts!
ANDREW G.
2011-08-07T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
NIKON, GOTTA LUV EM' BIRTHING THE D3X!
Once again, after 25+ loyal years owning/using and breaking Nikon cameras, Nikon delivers a gorgeous bombshell of a camera that Eva Gabor would be proud of! The D3X has given me another reason to officially retire my film bag, divorce my F4S and upgrade. After a two week crash course studying the manual and video tutorials, I used two D3X shooter on a five hour event assignment this past weekend and was amazed!! The sync ratio was seamless with my Acute 2400 lighting system and pocket wizards. I boldly used the N24-70/2.8G ED-If AF-S lens and couldn't put it down. My partner used the dedicated N180/2.8 ED, both cams mounted the SB900 which has great output in TTL mode and literally blew out the event room in M 1/1, I kept it dialed down to TTL and bounced. You may think it necessary to have a mechanical/electrical degree from MIT after reviewing the 400+page manual, but I assure you after focusing on the essentials you are in store for a pleasant foto session. Be aware of charging batteries on the rapid charger, proper storage (32gig compact flash cards are not cheap!) and mindful of your file format. I used Jpeg Fine M-medium and I'm extremely pleased with the file format outcome. I recommend using RAW only if you're session requires high quality low capacity shooting up to or slightly beyond 250 images on 8gig CF. Stay dedicated to your ISO and study your functions, preprogram you camera, test, test and test again before taking to an assignment! You’ll have WONDERFUL visuals and clients extremely pleased - All the Best Nikonites!!!
Christopher A.
Originally posted at
2011-07-07T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Best bang for the buck
When you are looking for top notch gear for photography in the DSLR world, the D3X has no match. It allows you to work with very high resolution on a true 35 mm format, with all the perks of a medium format and with the affordability of a SLR. This is a professional camera, so its price tag is not for the occasional shooter, its for real high end productive photographers. Use it, and you will never consider anything else to work with.
JC P.
Originally posted at
2011-05-18T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Money Well Spent!
I added this to my line of pro cameras and consider it to be by far my best Digital Investment. I also use 2 1/4 30+ Megapixel cameras and in the past I kept a D700 on hand to give me flexibility in the field (IE: Higher ISO, Wider-Longer lenses) I was so amazed at the D700 files next to the 2 1/4 files that when weighing my options I chose to upgrade my NIKONs instead of my Medium format cameras. The D3x Combined with great lenses (14mm, 17-35 f/2.8, 24-120 f/4VR, 80-200 f2.8, 80-400, 60 Macro 35, 50 prime) and the SB Lighting system gives me solid results with exceptional detail and color. When I shoot to the cards I use the the custom balance feature but can confidentaly rely on the camera factory settings. When tethered I use a macbook pro and Phase Capture or NIKON Camera control software. The Live view feature with the Camera Control works great. I love working with this camera. I consider the price paid for this camera money very-well spent.
ProPhotog
Originally posted at
2011-04-18T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Wonderful for studio and the field
The D3X is perfect for studio work and also for general photography. The usable ISO range limits the field use to reasonable light conditions - very low light is a problem. The huge sensor means very large and very sharp prints without having to worry about cropping. Ergonomics meet the high Nikon standard and switching back and forth between the D3X and the D3 causes no problems because the controls are all in the same place.
JDSNikon
Originally posted at
2011-04-13T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
D3x is real masterpiece from Nikon!
Perfect tool that gave freedom in my studio and during my travel assignment around the World from New Zealand to Greenland and from Siberia to Galapagos Islands.
Marmur.Pro
Originally posted at
2011-04-13T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Excellent All The Way Around
I have owned this product for one year and could not be more pleased. The features, ergonomics and abilities this camera presents are superb. Having been a Nikon Pro for over 25 years, I have owned them all in the pro lineup and find this meets my landscape/stillife needs. I still rely on my D3 for wildlife due to its incredible speed. The D3x offers incredible clarity, color and crisp detail. There is none better.
Nikon P.
Originally posted at
2011-03-08T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Get off the fence!
If you are a Nikon professional shooting with say a D3 or D-700, and you are debating (like I did) about the decision to drop 8K on this camera body --let me just say this. "Get off the fence!" The longer you struggle with this the longer you have to wait to start taking the most amazingly sharp full format images you have ever taken with a 35mm digital camera. I kept my F5 working hard even though I had a wonderful D3 and D700 in my bag. As a fine art photographer sharp detail means so much to me. At 24 mega-pixels this camera gives me no reason other then nostalgia to shoot the F5. Maybe its just me, but I found that my learning curve was almost non-existent on this camera. Then again, after almost four decades of shooting Nikon equipment I expect to have little to no learning curve. I like to stick with what works and so does Nikon. They have been a great business partner for a very long time, and one of the big keys to my success. Finally, if the sticker price has you on the fence --think of it this way. You're getting medium format quality and resolution in a 35mm camera, at way below medium format prices. And, you preserve your lens investment yet again. This was the best investment I ever made. Thanks Nikon for all the great images.
D3X-PhotoPro
Originally posted at
2011-03-02T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
love it
gift from my father, been using take this camera everywhere i travel and loving it
tran00
Originally posted at
2010-10-15T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Worth every penny!
I have been using my D3X's for over a year now and all I have to state is wow. Nothing better, nothing easier and no other tool I have justifies it role in my business as these cameras do. Sharp, Sharp and did I say Sharp!
brokephoto
Originally posted at
2010-09-17T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
i love it
very good a lot to learn but does very good job on its own
big d.
Originally posted at
2010-08-22T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Great features & a joy to use
Simular to using medium format, execent resolution!
Dr N.
Originally posted at
2010-08-18T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
An excellent studio camera and great location.
I have been shooting professionally for 25 years with all formats of cameras, film and digital not to mention being a professional color scanner operator and four color analyst and color consultant. The f3x when correctly balanced is spooky dead on to color and is about as sharp as a 35mm format camera can be within reason. I can honestly say it is worth the money. It may not be for everyone, but for overall shooting fits my criteria.
NikonTom
Originally posted at
2010-08-13T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Quality camera, many features. Heavy, expensive.
The D3x is a high quality camera; its capabilities, in concert with other Nikon products will allow the user to cope with a wide range of photo tasks. My camera has been free of problems. I use only three lenses; a 20 mm, a 50 mm, and a 60 mm macro. The lenses frame accurately enough for my needs. The camera seems to be sturdy, although I have yet to give it the drop test. My only complaint relates to the camera's weight. It gets pretty heavy after a few hours of use.
graphicjoe
Originally posted at
2010-08-10T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
This is a very fine camera
I bought this camera because I wanted a good resolution camera. I took many photos during my life and most of them using 35 mm format. I used other formats namely medium 6x6 or 6x7, witch I found much better from the photographic point of view. This camera was said to be medium format equivalent so that made my decision. After several months of trial I become to enjoy this camera and the results I must say thar\t are very close to the medium format camera and have the advantage of having the opportunity to use big tele lenses. The commands are very intuitive and the only thing I can think of pointing out is that if composite materials were used in the constrction the camera would be much lighter I'm sure.
Bilhota
Originally posted at
2010-08-07T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
A wonderful camera!
This camera has the best color fidelity I have yet seen in a dslr. I also have a D3s and the D3x has better color. I am used to seeing great images from Nikon cameras but the first shots from this one took my breath away. Even with the large RAW files, it is a fast performer and I never have to wait for the camera to catch up with my shooting.
Murder P.
Originally posted at
2010-08-04T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Great performance, clean,sharp images.
The Nikon D3x, great investment. the images are so clear and sharp, I have used the Nikon D3x for landscape, travel photography, portraits inside and outside family events. An excellent camera
Bermuda S.
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Nikon D3X Specifications
Image Sensor Format
FX
Image Sensor Type
CMOS
Sensor Size
35.9 x 24.0mm
Total Pixels
25.72 million
Effective Pixels
24.5 million
Image Area (pixels)
FX-format: (L) 6,048 x 4,032, (M) 4,544 x 3024, (S) 3,024 x 2016
5:4 format (30 x 24): (L) 5,056 x 4,032, (M) 3,792 x 3,024, (S) 2,528 x 2,016
DX-format: (L) 3,968 x 2,640, (M) 2,976 x 1976, (S) 1,984 x 1,320Top Continuous Shooting Speed
5 frames per second at full resolution
Continuous Shooting Options
FX-format: CH: Up to 5 frames per second, CL: Up to 4 frames per second
5:4 format: CH: Up to 5 frames per second, CL: Up to 4 frames per second
DX-format: CH: Up to 7 frames per second, CL: Up to 5 frames per secondSingleLCD Monitor Size
3 in. diagonal
LCD Monitor Type
VGA TFT
Super DensityLCD Monitor Resolution
920,000 Dots
LCD Monitor Angle of View
170-degree wide-viewing angle
LCD Monitor Adjustments
Brightness,7 levels
Shutter type
Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane
Slowest Shutter Speed
30 sec. in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV
Fastest Shutter Speed
1/8000 sec. in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV
Bulb Shutter Setting
Yes
Mirror Lock Up
Yes
Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity
100 in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV
Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity
1600 in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV
Lowest Expanded ISO Sensitivity
Lo-1 (ISO 50 equivalent, in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV)
Highest Expanded ISO Sensitivity
Hi-2 (ISO 6400 equivalent)
Expanded ISO Sensitivity Options
Lo-1, (ISO-50 equivalent), in 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV steps
Hi-1, (ISO-3200 equivalent), in 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV steps
Hi-2, (ISO-6400 equivalent), 1 EV stepStorage Media
CompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA)
MicroDriveStorage System
Uncompressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW)
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
TIFF (RGB)
WAVFile System
Compliant with DCF 2.0
DPOF
EXIF 2.21Exposure Modes
Programmed Auto (P) with Flexible Program
Shutter-Priority Auto (S)
Aperture-Priority Auto (A)
Manual (M)Exposure Metering System
1,005-pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering II
Variable Center-weighted
Spot AF
Spot meter centered on selected focus point (on center focus point when non-CPU lens is used)Metering Range
1) 0 to 20 EV (Matrix or center-weighted metering); 2) 2 to 20 EV (Spot metering) (ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens, at 20 degrees C/68 degrees F)
Exposure Meter Coupling
CPU
AIExposure Compensation
+/-5EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2, 1
Exposure Lock
Yes
Exposure locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L buttonExposure Bracketing
Yes
From 2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EVShutter Release Modes
Single-frame [S] mode
Continuous low-speed [CL] mode; 1-4 frames-per-second
Continuous high-speed [CH] mode; 5 frames-per-second
Live View [LV] mode
Self-timer mode
Mirror-up [Mup] modeWhite Balance
Sun
Shade
Fluorescent
Incandescent
Flash
Preset
Fine Tune by Kelvin color temperature setting
AutoWhite Balance Bracketing
Yes, 2 to 9 exposures, in increments of 1, 2 or 3
White Balance Fine Tuning
Yes
Live View Shooting
Handheld mode
Tripod modePlayback Functions
Full frame
Thumbnail (4, 9 or 16 segments)
Zoom
Slideshow
Histogram
Shooting data
Highlight point display
Auto image rotation
Voice MemoInterface
Hi-speed USB
NTSC
PAL
HDMI
10-pin TerminalLens Mount
Nikon F bayonet mount
Compatible Lenses
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 fasterPicture 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
Viewfinder Frame Coverage
Approx. 100%
Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment
-3 to +1 m
Viewfinder Eyepoint
18 mm (-1.0 m-1)
Reflex Mirror
Quick-return type
Focusing Screen
BriteView Clear Matte VI - Type B
Interchangeable Focusing Screens
Yes
BriteView Clear Matte VI - Type B Clear Matte VI - Type EViewfinder Magnification
Approx. 0.7x (50mm f/1.4 lens at infinity; -1.0m-1)
Lens Aperture
Instant-return type with depth-of-field preview button
Depth-of-field Control
Yes
Autofocus System
Autofocus TTL phase detection, 51 focus points (15 cross-type sensors) by Nikon Multi-CAM 3500FX autofocus module; Detection: -1 to +19 EV (ISO 100 at 20°C/68°F); AF fine adjustment possible. Focal-plane contrast [in LiveView (Tripod) mode]
Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points
51
Autofocus Fine Tune
Yes
Focus Modes
Single-servo AF (S)
Continuous-servo (C)
ManualSingle-point AF Mode
Yes
Dynamic AF Mode
Yes
Number of AF points: 9, 21, 51 and 51 (3D-tracking)Auto-area AF Mode
Yes
Focus Lock
AE-L/AF-L button
Half press of shutter-release button (single-point AF in AF-S)Picture Control
Standard
Neutral
Vivid
Monochrome
Nine User-customizable settingsIn-Camera Image Editing
Trim
D-Lighting
Color Balance
Image Overlay
Side-by-Side Comparison
Filter Effects
Monochrome
Red-eye correctionBuilt-in Flash
No
External Flash Shoe
Yes
External Flash Shoe Type
Standard ISO 518 hot-shoe contact with safety lock
Dust-Off Reference Photo
Yes
Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator
Yes
Save/Load Camera settings
Yes
Nikon Creative Lighting System
Compatibility: Yes
Flash Sync Speed
Up to 1/250
X-Sync Speed
Up to 1/250
FP High Speed Sync
Up to 1/8000
Flash Sync Modes
Front-curtain sync (normal)
Slow sync
Rear-curtain sync
Red-eye reduction
Red-eye reduction with slow syncFlash Control
1) TTL flash control with 1,005-pixel RGB sensor; i-TTL balanced fill-flash and standard i-TTL fill-flash available with SB-900, SB-800, SB-600 or SB-400
2) Auto aperture (AA): Available with SB-900, SB-800 and CPU lens
3) Non-TTL auto (A): Available with SB-900, SB-800, 28, 27 or 22s
4) Range-priority manual (GN): Available with SB-900, SB-800Flash Sync Terminal
Yes
Accessory Shoe
Yes
Self-timer
Electronically controlled timer with duration of 2, 5, 10 or 20 sec.
World Time Setting
Yes
Date, Time & Daylight Savings Time
Yes
Battery Type
Rechargeable
Battery / Batteries
EN-EL4a Lithium-ion Battery
EN-EL4 Lithium-ion BatteryAC Adaptor
EH-6 AC Adapter
Battery Charger
MH-21 Quick Charger
MH-22 Quick ChargerImage Comment
Yes
Up to 36 charactersVoice Memo Function
Yes
Battery Life (shots per charge)
4,400 shots (CIPA)
Tripod Socket
1/4-20
Supported Languages
Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish
Supplied Software
Software Suite CD-ROM
Approx. Dimensions
Width 6.3 in. (159.5mm)
Height 6.2 in. (157mm)
Depth 3.4 in. (87.5mm)Approx. Weight
43.0 oz. (1,220g)
Warranty
Nikon 1 year limited warranty
UPC Code
018208254422
About Nikon D3X
FEATURED REVIEWS
Blown away, a work of art to create art.
By gtwhogger
As I try to sit down and write a review I find myself asking questions of why I purchased this piece of equipment?, well in a nut shell from starting out in the Digital world with a Nikon D70 to a D200 then D3 and now D3x I find myself with a camera that has pretty much covered all the requirements needed to have in a photographers hands a portable Photo Studio and Lab, coupled to Nikkor Stellar Glass it is a winners combination in a DSLR 35mm format. I find myself having a little complaint ...
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Product has great features - but
By NikonProNM
After using a D3 for three year, I sold the D3 and "moved up" to the D3X. The lower ISO's are well documented, but not as well documented is the tremendous reduction in fps when shooting 14-bit capture compare to 12-bit. For 14-bit images, It appears the frame rate drops to about one frame per second! However, the increased pixel count is the main reason for using a D3X compared to say, the D3S
The Nikon D3x Digital SLR Camera features extreme resolution 24.5-megapixel FX-format (35.9 x 24.0mm) CMOS sensor. Large 5.94µm pixels capture astonishing detail and subtleties with outstanding dynamic range for demanding commercial applications. It has Nikon ExPEED image processing technologies which extends and assures breathtakingly rich image fidelity and reduces noise, even at high ISOs.
Selectable bit depths of 12-bit (4,096 tones) or 14-bit (16,384 tones), both yielding incredible image quality through a 16-bit processing pipeline, for smoother tonal gradations. It has low noise ISO sensitivity from 100 to 1600. Added ISO settings of Lo-1 (ISO 50 equivalent), Hi-1 (ISO 3200 equivalent) and Hi-2 (ISO 6400 equivalent) extend versatility.
Nikon D3X Features
- Two Live View shooting modes: Two Live View modes add flexibility and up to 27x magnification in the Tripod Mode, acute focusing accuracy is easily confirmed
- Continuous shooting at up to 5 fps at full FX-format resolution: Commercial image quality teams with speed and handling to create new shooting possibilities-in the studio or on location
- Fast, accurate 51-point AF system: AF system features 4 Dynamic AF modes, including 3D Focus Tracking, for autofocus precision and razor sharpness
- 1,005-Pixel 3D Color Matrix Metering II with Scene Recognition System: Two Nikon-exclusive technologies provide intelligent auto exposure capabilities, along with refined auto white balance detection and faster, more accurate AF performance
- 3-inch super-density 920,000-dot VGA LCD monitor: Individual factory calibration assures the color accuracy of each D3X monitor for critical image review
- 100% viewfinder coverage
- Nikon Picture Control: Four preset options: Standard, Neutral, Vivid and Monochrome and 9 customizable settings provide advanced, personalized color control
- Rugged, durable and precise magnesium-alloy construction: Effectively protected from invasive dust, moisture and electromagnetic interference with a self-diagnostic shutter mechanism tested to exceed 300,000 cycles
- Dual CF card slots with overflow, backup and copy options
- Virtual Horizon Graphic Indicator
- Up to 4,400 images per battery charge
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What's in the box:
- Nikon D3X Digital SLR Camera Body
- 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
- Nikon 1 Year Warranty
