11 FPS
Continuous Shooting
100-25,600
ISO Expandable to 409,600
Full HD
1080p at 60/50/30/25/24p
Speed and performance
Enhancements through the entire workflow
How do you make a revolutionary camera better? Improve its speed, precision and efficiency without sacrificing the features that make it exceptional. D4S builds on the success of D4 with 30% faster image processing and substantial energy savings—capture up to 3,020* stills on a single charge—an extended standard ISO range (100-25,600) with enhanced noise reduction, and improved tonal range and smoother gradations. Shoot 11 fps for approx. 200 shots at full resolution with AE and AF functionality. For faster initial subject capture, use five AF sensors as a single focus point with the new Group Area AF setting. Transfer files faster than the D4 with new 1000 Base-T (Gigabit) wired LAN, and increase that speed further by shooting a new smaller RAW SIZE S format. Perform at your peak—D4S will keep up.
Based on CIPA Guidelines
Nikon image quality
Stunning views of decisive moments
Like its predecessor, the D4, the D4S delivers a level of image quality that elevates the power of any story. An improved 16.2MP FX-format CMOS image sensor is paired with Nikon's spectacular new image-processing engine, EXPEED 4, for truly phenomenal speed and performance in the field. The combination achieves outstanding ISO sensitivity, faithful, vibrant color, natural depth, subtle nuanced tones from pitch black to snow white and smoother gradations in both stills and videos. Nikon's proven 51-point AF system and 3D Color Matrix metering III with a 91,000-pixel RGB sensor provide fast, accurate autofocus and metering. Enhanced Picture Control tone curves deliver more depth and clearer color rendition in "Standard" mode. For viewfinder shooting, a new custom setting lets you toggle Face Detection on and off as the situation requires for improved exposure bias around your subjects. You can even measure White Balance against any point in the frame.
Nikon flagship ISO performance
Noise-free shooting from ISO 100 to 25,600
Photographers go where their assignments take them, and this often means working in the high-contrast glare of the midday sun, the low-light at dawn or the poorly illuminated interiors of a sporting venue. Nikon flagship D-SLRs have long been recognized by professionals for their clean performance at high ISO settings, and D4S takes that performance to the next level. With a specially designed 16.2MP FX-format CMOS image sensor engineered to collect more light and render higher image quality plus the power of EXPEED 4, you can shoot sharp photos from ISO 100 all the way up to 25,600. The ISO range can be extended to a mind-boggling ISO 409,600 equivalent at Hi 4 for overcoming the most challenging lighting conditions. Enjoy great flexibility in your approach to fulfilling challenging assignments.
The choice for pros on the go
A camera that works as hard as you do
D4S is designed to keep you shooting wherever the story brings you, even after others have packed their bags for the day. Its increased ISO range means you'll be able to capture brilliant photos and videos in whatever light is available. Enjoy improved ergonomics and operability as well as flagship levels of durability and reliability—key for those who spend all day with a camera around their neck. Select from five image area modes while shooting stills in Live View: FX, DX, 1.5x, 5:4 and 1.2x. A new RAW SIZE S setting allows for shooting 12-bit uncompressed Nikon NEF files that are smaller and more easily manageable—speeding up the entire workflow. When you're racing a deadline at a major event, D4S can transfer images up to 10x faster than previously possible with its 1000 Base-T Ethernet. D4S is the camera for today's working pro.
Today's stories are being told through stills, video, audio and exciting combinations of each. D4S is a multimedia powerhouse, allowing you to capture stunning and smooth 1080/60p video. Shoot scenes with tremendous depth and sharpness as well as with shallow depth of field or bokehand even capture 2MP stills simultaneously while recording video. For video, 2.7x Crop Mode extends the reach of lenses and produces outstanding video quality and detail. D4S adds real-time audio adjustments during recording, selectable sound ranges like Wide Range and Voice Range and improved wind noise reduction on the internal mic. Adjust color settings on the camera's LCD to better match an external monitor. Capture smoother Time Lapse sequences with reduced flicker and improved interval control (up to 9,999 shots), and even simultaneously record to internal CF or the latest high speed XQD cards and an external recording device. Create stories that move us.
Improved control and comfort
Nikon engineers worked closely with professionals to achieve optimal ergonomics with the D4, and D4S improves upon that design. The grip has been reshaped, making the camera easier to hold for a wider range of hand sizes and more comfortable during prolonged use. An anti-slip pattern has been added to the joy stick controls for superb fitting, and a larger card slot cover provides additional grip when shooting vertically or horizontally. Several custom settings have been added or improved, making D4S more intuitive to use, and like D4, most of the buttons on the rear are illuminated for easier adjustments in low-light situations.
Ready for your toughest assignments
D4S is designed to go wherever your assignments takes you—even severe conditions. Its lightweight yet durable magnesium alloy body features careful weather sealing and has been optimized for resistance against dust, moisture and electromagnetic interference. Its shutter has been tested to 400,000 cycles, and an improved mirror balancer provides better visibility in the viewfinder during high-speed continuous shooting and reduced mirror vibration. Like the D4, its large optical viewfinder offers 100% frame coverage and approx. 0.7x magnification for bright, clear views of your frame.
Nikon's supercharged EXPEED 4
Optimized for high-resolution HD-SLRs, the EXPEED 4 image processing engine achieves a remarkable new level of speed, image quality and low-light capabilities in both stills and video recording. It's also exceptionally energy efficient, prolonging the camera's ability to endure extended assignments. It delivers faithful, well-saturated color, natural depth and subtle, nuanced tones from pitch black all the way to snow white. In dim lighting at high ISO settings, the camera's intelligent noise reduction lowers noise without degrading image sharpness. High-speed 16-bit image processing delivers smooth gradation with abundant tone and detail that can be applied to image integrity for a diverse range of uses. EXPEED 4 has been optimized for video as well, suppressing moiré, reducing false colors and minimizing "jaggies". Noise reduction technology specifically designed for video preserves clarity and sharp edges—even in low light.
The centerpiece of an exceptional system
The strength of a camera is influenced by the quality of its peripheral componentslenses, flashes, accessories and softwareand Nikon's imaging system is second to none. For over 80 years, legendary NIKKOR lenses have set the bar for quality in optics. Nikon's innovative i-TTL (intelligent Through The Lens) technology has revolutionized the accuracy of its Creative Lighting System, and D4S optimizes pre-flash data even further for improved performance. Nikon Software provides photographers with excellent tools for tethering, managing images, editing and post production work, and more; and a growing collection of accessories like the ME-1 External Stereo Microphone, WR-1 Wireless Remote Control, WR-R10 and WR-T10 controller and transmitter, the WT-5A Wireless Transmitter and so much more extend the capabilities of D4S in thrilling new ways.
Technical Specifications
Effective Pixels
16.2 million
Sensor Size
36.0 mm
x 23.9 mm
Image Sensor Format
FX
Storage Media
CompactFlash (CF) (Type I, compliant with UDMA)
XQD Type Memory
Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution
11 frames per second
ISO Sensitivity
ISO 100 -
25,600
Lo-1 (ISO 50)
Hi-4 (ISO 409,600)
Movie
HD 1,920x1,080 / 60 fps
HD 1,920x1,080 / 50 fps
HD 1,920x1,080 / 30 fps
HD 1,920x1,080 / 25 fps
HD 1,920x1,080 / 24 fps
HD 1,280x720 / 60 fps
HD 1,280x720 / 50 fps
VGA 640x424 / 30 fps
VGA 640x424 / 25 fps
Monitor Size
3.2 in. diagonal
Monitor Type
Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD
Battery / Batteries
EN-EL18a Lithium-ion Battery
Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)
6.3 in.
(160 mm)
x 6.2 in.
(156.5 mm)
x 3.6 in.
(90.5 mm)
Approx. Weight
41.6 oz.
(1180 g)
camera body only
Specifications
Type
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Single-lens reflex digital camera
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Lens Mount
Nikon F bayonet mount
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Picture Angle
Nikon FX format
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Effective Pixels
16.2 million
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Sensor Size
36.0 mm
x 23.9 mm
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Image Sensor Format
FX
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Image Sensor Type
CMOS
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Total Pixels
16.6 million
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Dust-reduction system
Image sensor cleaning
Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX 2 software required)
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Dust-Off Reference Photo
Yes
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Image Area (pixels)
FX-format
(L) 4,928 x 3,280
(M) 3,696 x 2,456
(S) 2,464 x 1,640
1:2 format (30 x 20)
(L) 4,096 x 2,720
(M) 3,072 x 2,040
(S) 2,048 x 1,360
5:4 format (30 x 24)
(L) 4,096 x 3,280
(M) 3,072 x 2,456
(S) 2,048 x 1,640
DX-format
(L) 3,200 x 2,128
(M) 2,400 x 1,592
(S) 1,600 x 1,064
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File Format Still Images
JPEG: JPEG-Baseline Compliant with fine (approx 1:4), Normal (approx 1:8) or Basic (approx 1:16) Compression
NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single Photograph Recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG Formats
NEF (RAW): lossless compressed 12 or 14 bit, lossless compressed, compressed or uncompressed
NEF (RAW Size S)
TIFF (RGB)
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Storage Media
CompactFlash (CF) (Type I, compliant with UDMA)
XQD Type Memory
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Card Slot
1 CompactFlash (CF) card and 1 XQD memory type card
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File System
Compliant with DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)
EXIF 2.3 (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras)
PictBridge
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Eye-level Pentaprism Single-Lens Reflex Viewfinder
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Viewfinder Frame Coverage
FX (36x24): 100% Horizontal and 100% Vertical (Approx.)
1.2x (30x20): 97% Horizontal and 97% Vertical (Approx.)
DX (24x16): 97% Horizontal and 97% Vertical (Approx.)
5:4 (30x24): 97% horizontal and 100% vertical (Approx.)
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Viewfinder Magnification
0.70x (Approx.)
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Viewfinder Eyepoint
18mm (-1.0m)
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Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment
Built-in diopter adjustment (-3 to +1 m)
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Reflex Mirror
Quick-return type
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Mirror Lock Up
Yes
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Lens Aperture
Instant-return type
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Depth-of-field Control
Yes
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Lens Compatibility at a Glance***
AF-S or AF lenses fully compatible
Metering with AI lenses
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Compatible Lenses
AF NIKKOR lenses, including type G, E, and D lenses (some restrictions apply to PC lenses) and DX lenses, AI-P NIKKOR lenses, and non-CPU AI lenses (exposure modes A and M only).
Electronic rangefinder can be used with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster (the electronic rangefinder supports the 11 focus points with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/8 or faster).
IX NIKKOR lenses, lenses for the F3AF, and non-AI lenses cannot be used.
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Shutter Type
Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane
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Shutter Speed
1/8000 to 30 sec.
Bulb
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Fastest Shutter Speed
1/8000 sec.
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Slowest Shutter Speed
30 sec.
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Flash Sync Speed
Up to 1/250 sec.
Synchronizes with shutter at 1/250s or slower
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Bulb Shutter Setting
Yes
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Shutter Release Modes
Continuous low-speed [CL] mode; 1-10 frames per second
Continuous high-speed [CH] mode; 10 frames per second
Mirror-up [Mup] mode
Quiet Shutter Release
Self-timer Mode
Single-frame [S] mode
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Continuous Shooting Options
FX-format
CH: Up to 10/11 frames per second
CL: Up to 10 frames per second
5:4 format
CH: Up to 10/11 frames per second
DX-format
CH: Up to 10/11 frames per second
CL: Up to 10 frames per second
1:2 format
CH: Up to 10/11 frames per second
CL: Up to 10 frames per second
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Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution
11 frames per second
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Self-timer
2, 5, 10, 20 sec.; 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 sec.
Timer duration electronically controlled
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Exposure Metering System
TTL exposure metering using 91,000-pixel RGB sensor
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Metering Method
Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 12 mm circle in center of frame. Diameter of circle can be changed to 8, 15, or 20 mm, or weighting can be based on average of entire frame (non-CPU lenses use 12-mm circle)
Matrix: 3D Color Matrix Metering III (type G, E, and D lenses); Color Matrix Metering III (other CPU lenses); Color Matrix Metering available with non-CPU lenses if user provides lens data
Spot: Meters 4 mm circle (about 1.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point
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Metering Range
-1 to + 20 EV (Matrix or center-weighted metering)
2 to 20 EV (spot metering)
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Exposure Meter Coupling
CPU
AI
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Exposure Modes
Aperture-Priority (A)
Manual (M)
Programmed auto with flexible program (P)
Shutter-Priority Auto (S)
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Exposure Compensation
5 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV
-
Exposure Bracketing
2 to 9 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV
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Exposure Lock
Yes
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ISO Sensitivity
ISO 100 -
25,600
Lo-1 (ISO 50)
Hi-4 (ISO 409,600)
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Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity
100
-
Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity
25,600
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Lowest Expanded ISO Sensitivity
Lo-1 (ISO 50 equivalent)
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Highest Expanded ISO Sensitivity
Hi-4 (ISO 409,600 equivalent)
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Expanded ISO Sensitivity Options
Hi-1 (ISO-51,200 equivalent)
Hi-2 (ISO-102,400 equivalent)
Hi-3 (ISO-204,800 equivalent)
Hi-4 (ISO-409,600 equivalent)
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Long Exposure Noise Reduction
Yes
-
High ISO Noise Reduction
Low
Normal
High
Off
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Active D-Lighting
Auto
Extra High 2
Extra High 1
High
Normal
Low
Off
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D-Lighting Bracketing
2 frames using selected value for one frame
35 frames using preset values for all frames
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Picture Control
Landscape
Monochrome
Neutral
Portrait
Standard
User-customizable Settings
Vivid
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Single-point AF Mode
Yes
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Dynamic AF Mode
Number of AF points: 9, 21, 51 and 51 (3D-tracking)
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Auto-area AF Mode
Yes
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Autofocus System
Nikon Advanced Multi-CAM 3500FX autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection
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Detection Range
-2 to 19 EV (ISO 100, 68F/20C)
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Lens Servo
Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); Continuous-servo AF (AF-C); auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A); predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status
Manual focus (MF): Electronic rangefinder can be used
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AF-area Mode
9, 21 or 51 point Dynamic-area AF
Auto-area AF
Single-point AF
3D-tracking (51 points)
Group-area AF
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Focus Lock
Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing the center of the sub-selector
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Focus Modes
Continuous-servo (AF-C)
Face-Priority AF available in Live View only and D-Movie only
Full-time Servo (AF-F) available in Live View only
Manual (M) with electronic rangefinder
Normal area
Single-servo AF (AF-S)
Wide area
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Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points
51
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Autofocus Sensitivity
-2 to +19 EV (ISO 100, 20C/68F)
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Autofocus Fine Tune
Yes
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Flash Bracketing
2 to 9 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, or 1 EV
-
X-Sync Speed
1/250
-
Top FP High Speed Sync
Up to 1/8000
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Flash Control
TTL: i-TTL flash control using 91,000-pixel RGB sensor are available with SB-910, SB-900, SB-700, SB-300 or SB-400; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix and center-weighted metering, standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR with spot metering
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Flash Sync Modes
Auto FP High-Speed Sync supported
Front-curtain sync (normal)
Rear-curtain sync
Red-Eye reduction
Red-Eye reduction with slow sync
Slow rear-curtain sync
Slow sync
Off
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Flash Compensation
-3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV
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Flash-ready Indicator
Lights when optional flash unit such as SB-910, SB-900, SB-700, SB-400, SB-300 or SB-R200 is fully charged
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Accessory Shoe
Yes
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Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)
CLS Supported
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Flash Sync Terminal
Yes
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White Balance
Auto (2 types)
Choose color temperature (2500K10000K)
Cloudy
Direct Sunlight
Flash
Fluorescent (7 types)
Incandescent
Preset manual (up to 6 values can be stored, spot white balance measurement available during live view)
Shade
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White Balance Bracketing
2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1, 2 or 3 EV
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Live View Shooting
Photography Live View Mode
Movie Live View Mode
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Live View Lens servo
Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); full-time-servo AF (AF-F)
Manual focus (MF)
-
Live View AF-area mode
Face-priority AF
Wide-area AF
Normal-area AF
Subject-tracking AF
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Live View Autofocus
Contrast-detect AF anywhere in frame (camera selects focus point automatically when face-priority AF or subject-tracking AF is selected)
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Movie Metering
TTL exposure metering using main image sensor
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Movie Maximum recording time
10 minutes at highest quality or 20 minutes at normal quality setting for 1920 x 1080/50/60p recording
20 minutes at highest quality for all recording options except 1920 x 1080/50/60p and 640 x 424/25/30p
29 minutes 59 seconds at normal quality for all recording options except 1920 x 1080/50/60p
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Movie File Format
MOV
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Movie Video Compression
H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding
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Movie Audio recording format
Linear PCM
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Movie
HD 1,920x1,080 / 60 fps
HD 1,920x1,080 / 50 fps
HD 1,920x1,080 / 30 fps
HD 1,920x1,080 / 25 fps
HD 1,920x1,080 / 24 fps
HD 1,280x720 / 60 fps
HD 1,280x720 / 50 fps
VGA 640x424 / 30 fps
VGA 640x424 / 25 fps
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Movie Audio
Built-in microphone, monaural
External stereo microphone (optional)
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Monitor Size
3.2 in. diagonal
-
Monitor Resolution
921,000 Dots
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Monitor Type
Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD
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Monitor Angle of View
170-degree wide-viewing angle
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Monitor Adjustments
Brightness, 5 levels
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Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator
Yes
Also visible in LiveView Modes
Also visible in Viewfinder
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Playback Functions
Auto Image Rotation
Full-Frame and Thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images or calendar)
GPS data display
Highlights
Histogram Display
Image Comment
IPTC information embedding and display
Movie Playback
Movie Slideshow
Photo Information
Playback with Zoom
Slideshow
Voice Memo
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In-Camera Image Editing
Color Balance
D-Lighting
Distortion Control
Edit Movie
Filter Effects
Image Overlay
Monochrome
NEF (RAW) Processing
Perspective Control
Red-Eye Correction
Resize
Side-by-Side Comparison
Straighten
Trim
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Image Comment
Yes
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Interface
10-pin RemoteTerminal
HDMI output: Type C mini-pin HDMI connector
Headphone Connector
Hi-speed USB
NTSC
Stereo Microphone Input
Ethernet: 1000 Base-T (Gigabit) Wired LAN
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Wi-Fi Functionality
WT-5A
WT-4A
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GPS
GP-1A GPS unit
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Save/Load Camera settings
Yes
-
Total Custom Settings
64
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My Menu
Yes with customization
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Recent Settings
Yes
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Supported Languages
Arabic
Brazilian Portuguese
Chinese (Simplified and Traditional)
Czech
Danish
Dutch
English
Finnish
French
German
Indonesian
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Norweigan
Polish
Portuguese
Romanian
Russian
Spanish
Swedish
Thai
Turkish
Ukrainian
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Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time Settings
Yes
The camera clock is powered by a separate, non-rechargeable CR1616 lithium battery with a life of about two years.
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World Time Setting
Yes
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Battery / Batteries
EN-EL18a Lithium-ion Battery
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Battery Life (shots per charge)
3,020 shots (CIPA)
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AC Adapter
EH-6b AC Adapter
Requires EP-6 Power Supply Connector
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Battery Charger
MH-26a Quick Charger
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Tripod Socket
1/4 in.
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Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)
6.3 in.
(160 mm)
x 6.2 in.
(156.5 mm)
x 3.6 in.
(90.5 mm)
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Approx. Weight
41.6 oz.
(1180 g)
camera body only
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Operating Environment
040 C (+32104 F)
Less than 85% (no condensation)
