Nikon D3S explained

Model:Nikon D3S
Kind:Digital single-lens reflex camera
Sensor:36.0 mm × 23.9 mm CMOS, Nikon FX formatDX format
Res:12.1 effective megapixels (4,256 × 2,832 pixels)
Sensor Maker:Nikon[1]
Lens:Interchangeable, Nikon F-mount
Shutter:Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter
Shutterrange:30 to 1/8000 second and bulb
Metering:TTL full aperture exposure metering system
Emode:Programmed Auto [P], Shutter-Priority Auto [S], Aperture-Priority Auto [A], Manual [M]
Mmode:1,005-pixel RGB 3D Color Matrix Metering II, Variable Center-Weighted, Spot AF
Farea:51-area Nikon Multi-CAM 3500FX
Fmode:Single-servo AF (S), Continuous-servo AF (C), Manual
Cont:9 frame/s (11 frame/s in DX crop mode)
Viewfinder:Optical-type fixed eye level pentaprism
Speedrange:ISO equivalency 200 to 12800 in 1/3, 1/2 or 1.0 EV steps, Boost: 100–102400 in 1/3, 1/2 or 1.0 EV steps
Flash:n/a
Flbkt:2-9 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV
Fcbkt:none
Wb:Auto, Presets (5), Manual, and Color temperature in kelvins
Wbbkt:2 to 9 frames, 10,20,30 MIRED steps
Rearlcd:3-inch diagonal, 307,000 pixels (920,000 dots), TFT VGA
Storage:Two CompactFlash (Type I) card slots
Battery:Li-ion EN-EL4a
Weight:1240g
Obp:EH-6 AC Adapter
Date:14 October 2009
Predecessor:Nikon D3
Successor:Nikon D4

The Nikon D3S is a 12.1-megapixel professional-grade full frame (35mm) digital single-lens reflex camera (DSLR) announced by Nikon Corporation on 14 October 2009.[2] The D3S is the fourth camera in Nikon's line to feature a full-frame sensor, following the D3, D700 and D3X. It is also Nikon's first full-frame camera to feature HD (720p/30) video recording. While it retains the same number of pixels as its predecessor, the imaging sensor has been completely redesigned.[2] Nikon claims improved ultra-high image sensor sensitivity with up to ISO 102400,[3] HD movie capability for extremely low-lit situations,[4] [5] image sensor cleaning, optimized workflow speed, improved autofocus and metering, enhanced built-in RAW processor, quiet shutter-release mode, up to 4,200 frames per battery charge and other changes compared with the D3.[2] It was replaced by the D4 as Nikon's high speed flagship DSLR.

Features

Reception

Many independent reviews[6] [7] and comparisons[8] [9] [10] show that image noise was improved up to 2 stops compared to the Nikon D3 or D700. Other functions, especially autofocus and speed, support this, causing PhotographyBlog to conclude: "hand-held photography anytime, anywhere, without flash". There are comparisons with the Canon EOS-1D Mark IV,[11] which is rated 1.3 stops lower by DxOMark on their low-light ISO score (1320 ISO vs. 3253 ISO for the D3s).[12]

Low-noise videos[4] [5] [13] are valuated useful. While not officially documented in user's manual, D3s indeed features the full manual control in D-Movie mode, including aperture, shutter speed and ISO. This feature was reported and posted by various users and eventually confirmed officially.[14]

On 21 December 2009, Nikon announced [15] that NASA had purchased 11 D3s bodies and assorted lenses for use in the United States space program, including on the International Space Station. The D3s cameras are identical to the model sold to terrestrial users and will be used unmodified.

In April 2010, the D3S received a Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) 2010 Award in the category of "Best Digital SLR Professional".[16] In August 2010, the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) presented the D3S with the European Professional Camera 2010-2011 award, citing high ISO sensitivity combined with low noise and a high level of detail.[17] [18]

External links

Notes and References

  1. https://www.chipworks.com/about-chipworks/overview/blog/full-frame-dslr-cameras-part-i-nikon-vs-sony Full Frame DSLR Cameras Part I - Nikon vs Sony
  2. Web site: Digital SLR Camera Nikon D3S. Nikon Corporation. October 14, 2009. December 16, 2009.
  3. Web site: Nikon D3S Sample Images. https://web.archive.org/web/20101104130146/http://imaging.nikon.com/products/imaging/lineup/digitalcamera/slr/d3s/sample.htm. 2010-11-04. Nikon Corporation. December 16, 2009.
  4. Web site: Nikon D3S shows its high ISO prowess in two sample videos. Donald. Melanson. Engadget. October 14, 2009. October 16, 2009.
  5. Web site: NIKON D3S TEST. Scanout.com. October 13, 2009. December 16, 2009.
  6. Web site: Nikon D3S – Digital Camera Reviews. Digital Camera Tracker. January 7, 2010.
  7. Web site: Nikon D3S review summary. Dcviews. January 7, 2010.
  8. https://web.archive.org/web/20130508012857/http://www.robgalbraith.com/bins/content_page.asp?cid=7-10045-10329 A first look at Nikon D3S high ISO image quality, plus the new 70-200mm f/2.8
  9. http://wedshooter.tv/blog/review-of-d3s-70-200vr-ii/ Review: Nikon D3S & 70-200VR II
  10. http://www.dkamera.de/testbericht/nikon-d3s/bildqualitaet.html dkamera.de: Nikon D3s
  11. http://www.photographybay.com/2010/02/04/canon-1d-mark-iv-vs-nikon-d3s-iso-comparison/ Canon 1D Mark IV vs. Nikon D3s ISO Comparison
  12. http://www.dxomark.com/Reviews/Canon-EOS-1D-Mark-IV-vs-Nikon-D3s Canon EOS 1D Mark IV vs Nikon D3s
  13. Web site: Video: Nikon D3s First Look. Nigel. Atherton. What Digital Camera. October 14, 2009. December 16, 2009.
  14. Web site: Nikon officially confirmed D3s with manual settings for video . Rob . Slashcam.com. Dec 8, 2009. Jan 1, 2010.
  15. Web site: NASA Orders D3S Digital SLR Cameras and Interchangeable Lenses from Nikon . Nikon . Dec 21, 2009. Oct 31, 2010.
  16. Web site: Nikon receives 2 TIPA Awards 2010. Nikon Corporation. 2010-04-27. 2010-05-01.
  17. Web site: European Professional Camera 2010-2011 - Nikon D3S. https://web.archive.org/web/20100818051617/http://www.eisa.eu/award/32/european-professional-camera-2010-2011.html/. 2010-08-18. European Imaging and Sound Association. August 16, 2010.
  18. Web site: Nikon D3S Digital SLR camera and AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II interchangeable lens for SLR cameras receive EISA awards. Nikon Corporation. August 16, 2010. August 16, 2010.

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