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TypeSingle-lens reflex digital camera |
Lens MountNikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts) |
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Picture AngleNikon FX format |
Effective Pixels (Megapixels)20.8 million |
Sensor Size35.9 mm x 23.9 mm |
Image Sensor FormatFX |
Image Sensor TypeCMOS |
Total Pixels21.33 million |
Dust-Reduction SystemImage sensor cleaning |
Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX-D software required) |
Dust-Off Reference PhotoImage Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX-D software required) |
Image Area (pixels)FX-format |
(L) 5,568 x 3,712 |
(M) 4,176 x 2,784 |
(S) 2,784 x 1,856 |
DX-format |
(L) 3,648 x 2,432 |
(M) 2,736 x 1,824 |
(S) 1,824 x 1,216 |
1:2 format (30 x 20) |
(L) 4,640 x 3,088 |
(M) 3,472 x 2,312 |
(S) 2,320 x 1,544 |
5:4 format (30 x 24) |
(L) 4,640 x 3,712 |
(M) 3,472 x 2,784 |
(S) 2,320 x 1,856 |
1:1 format (24 x 24) |
(L) 3,712 x 3,712 |
(M) 2,784 x 2,784 |
(S) 1,856 x 1,856 |
16:9 format (36 x 20) |
(L) 5,568 x 3,128 (17.4 million) |
(M) 4,176 x 2,344 (9.8 million) |
(S) 2,784 x 1,560 (4.3 million) |
Photographs taken during movie recording at a frame size of 3,840 x 2,160: 3,840 x 2,160 Photographs taken during movie recording at a frame size of 1,920 x 1,080: 1,920 x 1,080 Photographs taken during movie recording at a frame size of 1,280 x 720: 1,280 x 720 |
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File Format Still ImagesJPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx 1:4), normal (approx 1:8), or basic (approx 1:16) compression (size priority); Optimal quality compression available |
NEF (RAW): 12 or 14 bit, lossless compressed, compressed, or uncompressed; large, medium, and small available (medium and small images are recorded at a bit depth of 12 bits using lossless compression) |
NEF (RAW) + JPEG: single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG Formats |
Storage MediaCFexpress (Type B) |
XQD Type Memory |
Card Slot2 CFexpress (Type B) cards or 2 XQD memory type cards |
The card in Slot 2 can be used for overflow or backup storage, for separate storage of NEF (RAW) and JPEG copies of photos taken at image quality settings of NEF (RAW) + JPEG, or to store separate copies of JPEG photos at different sizes and compression ratios; pictures can be copied between cards |
File SystemCompliant with DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0 |
EXIF 2.31 (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) |
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ViewfinderEye-level Pentaprism Single-Lens Reflex Viewfinder |
Viewfinder Frame CoverageFX (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.) |
1:1 (24x24): 95% horizontal and 100% vertical (Approx.) |
16:9 (36x20): 100% horizontal and 96% vertical (Approx.) |
Viewfinder Magnification0.72x (50 mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, –1.0 m–1) (Approx.) |
Viewfinder Eyepoint17 mm (-1.0 m¯¹) from center surface of viewfinder eyepiece lens |
Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment-3 to + 1m¯¹ |
Focusing ScreenType B BriteView Clear Matte Mark X screen with Af area brackets; framing grid can be displayed |
Reflex MirrorQuick-return type |
Mirror Lock UpYes |
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Lens ApertureInstant-return type |
Electronically controlled |
Depth-of-Field ControlPressing Pv button stops lens aperture down to value selected by user (A and M modes) or by camera (P and S modes) |
Compatible LensesAI-P NIKKOR lenses |
DX lenses (using [DX 24 x 16] image area) |
Non-CPU AI lenses (modes A and M only) |
Other AF NIKKOR lenses (excluding IX NIKKOR lenses and lenses for the F3AF) |
Types G, E, and D (some restrictions apply to PC lenses) |
During viewfinder photography, the electronic rangefinder can be used with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster. With lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/8 or faster, the electronic rangefinder supports 15 focus points. |
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Shutter TypeElectronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane mechanical shutter |
Electronic front-curtain shutter |
Electronic shutter |
Shutter Speed1/8000 to 30 sec. in steps of 1/3, 1/2, and 1 EV, extendable to 900 sec. in mode M; Bulb; Time; X250 |
Fastest Shutter Speed1/8000 sec. |
Slowest Shutter Speed900 sec. |
Flash Sync SpeedUp to 1/250 sec. |
Synchronizes with shutter at 1/250 sec. or slower |
Auto FP High-Speed sync supported |
Bulb Shutter SettingYes |
Shutter Release ModesContinuous low-speed [CL] mode |
Continuous high-speed [CH] mode |
Mirror-up [Mup] mode |
Quiet Shutter Release |
Self-timer mode |
Single-frame [S] mode |
Continuous Shooting OptionsCL: Up to 1-10 frames per second |
CH: Up to 10-14 frames per second |
Quiet Continuous Mode: Up to 1-5 frames per second |
Top Continuous Shooting Speed at Full Resolution14 frames per second |
Self-Timer2, 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 SystemTTL exposure metering using 180,000-pixel RGB sensor |
Live view: TTL exposure metering performed by image sensor |
Metering MethodCenter-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 and AF-S Fisheye NIKKOR 8-15mm f/3.5- 4.5E ED 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 circle approximately 4 mm in diameter (about 1.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point (on center focus point when non-CPU or AF-S Fisheye NIKKOR 8-15mm f/3.5-4.5E ED lens is used) |
Highlight-weighted: Available with type G, E, and D lenses |
Metering Range-3 ± 20 EV (Matrix or center-weighted metering) |
2 to 20 EV (spot metering) |
0 to 20 EV (highlight-weighted metering) |
Figures are for ISO 100 and f/1.4 lens at 20 °C/68 °F |
Exposure Meter CouplingCombined CPU and AI |
Exposure ModesAperture-Priority Auto (A) |
Manual (M) |
Programmed Auto with flexible Program (P) |
Shutter-Priority Auto (S) |
Exposure Compensation±5 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV |
Exposure BracketingYes |
Exposure LockLuminosity locked at detected value |
Picture ControlAuto |
Creative Picture Controls (Dream, Morning, Pop, Sunday, Somber, Dramatic, Silence, Bleached, Melancholic, Pure, Denim, Toy, Sepia, Blue, Red, Pink, Charcoal, Graphite, Binary, Carbon) |
Flat |
Landscape |
Monochrome |
Neutral |
Portrait |
Standard |
Vivid |
Selected Picture Control can be modified |
Storage for custom Picture Controls |
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ISO SensitivityISO 100 - 102,400 |
Choose from step sizes of 1/3, 1/2, and 1 EV |
Can also be set to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, or 1 EV (ISO 50 equivalent) below ISO 100 or to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 EV (ISO 3,280,000 equivalent) above ISO 102,400; auto ISO sensitivity control available |
Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity100 |
Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity102,400 |
Lowest Expanded ISO SensitivityLo-1 (ISO 50 equivalent) |
Highest Expanded ISO SensitivityHi-5 (ISO 3,280,000 equivalent) |
Expanded ISO Sensitivity OptionsCan also be set to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, or 1 EV (ISO 50 equivalent) below ISO 100 or to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 EV (ISO 3,280,000 equivalent) above ISO 102,400; auto ISO sensitivity control available |
Long Exposure Noise ReductionYes |
High ISO Noise ReductionYes |
Active D-LightingCan be selected from: |
Extra High |
High |
Normal |
Low |
Off |
D-Lighting BracketingYes |
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Single-Point AF Mode105 focus points (number available for selection in viewfinder photography can be chosen from 105, 27, and 15) |
Dynamic AF ModeYes |
Auto-Area AF ModeYes |
Autofocus System TypeViewfinder photography: TTL phase-detection; 105 focus points, all of which are cross-type sensors and 15 of which support f/8; detection performed by Multi-CAM 37K autofocus sensor module; autofocus fine-tuning supported |
Live view: Contrast-detect AF available at all points in frame; focus point selected by camera when face detection or subject-tracking is used |
Detection Range-4.5 to +20 EV (ISO 100, 68°F/20°C) |
Lens ServoAutofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); Continuous-servo AF (AF-C); predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status full-time AF (AF-F; available only during live view and movie recording) |
Manual focus (MF): Electronic rangefinder can be used |
AF-Area ModeViewfinder photography: Single-point AF; 9, 25, 49, or 105-point dynamic-area AF; 3D-tracking; group-area AF; group-area AF (C1); group-area AF (C2); auto-area AF |
Live view: face-detection AF, wide-area AF, normal area AF, subject-tracking AF |
Focus LockFocus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF/AF-S) or by pressing the center of the sub-selector |
Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points105 |
Autofocus Fine TuneYes |
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Flash BracketingYes |
X-Sync Speed1/250 |
Top FP High Speed SyncUp to 1/8000 |
Flash ControlTTL: i-TTL flash control using RGB sensor with approximately 180K (180,000) pixels; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix, center-weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill-flash for digital SLR with spot metering |
Flash Sync ModesFront-curtain sync (normal) |
Rear-curtain sync |
Red-Eye reduction |
Red-Eye reduction with slow sync |
Slow sync |
Off |
Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV |
Flash-ready IndicatorLights when optional flash unit is fully charged; flashes after flash is fired at full output |
Accessory ShoeISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock |
Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)i-TTL flash control, radio-controlled Advanced Wireless Lighting, optical Advanced Wireless Lighting, modeling illumination, FV lock, Color Information Communication, Auto FP High-Speed Sync, AF-assist for multi-area AF (viewfinder photography), unified flash control |
Flash Sync TerminalISO 519 sync terminal with locking thread |
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White BalanceAuto (3 types) |
Choose color temperature (2500K to 10000K) |
Cloudy |
Direct Sunlight |
Flash |
Fluorescent (7 types) |
Incandescent |
Natural Light Auto |
Preset manual (up to 6 values can be stored, spot white balance measurement available during live view) |
Shade |
All except choose color temperature with fine-tuning |
White Balance BracketingYes |
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Live View ShootingPhotography Live View Mode |
Movie Live View Mode |
Live View Lens ServoSingle, continuous, full-time AF |
Live View AF-Area ModeFace-priority AF |
Wide-area AF |
Normal-area AF |
Subject-tracking AF |
Live View AutofocusContrast detection |
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Movie MeteringTTL exposure metering using main image sensor |
Movie Maximum Recording Time105 minutes |
Based on CIPA Standards |
Movie File FormatMOV |
MP4 |
Movie Video CompressionH.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding |
Movie Audio Recording FormatLinear PCM |
AAC |
Movie4K UHD 3,840x2,160 / 30 fps |
4K UHD 3,840x2,160 / 25 fps |
4K UHD 3,840x2,160 / 24 fps |
Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 60 fps |
Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 50 fps |
Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 30 fps |
Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 25 fps |
Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 24 fps |
Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 60 fps |
Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 50 fps |
Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 30 fps |
Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 25 fps |
Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 24 fps |
HD 1,280x720 / 60 fps |
HD 1,280x720 / 50 fps |
Actual frame rates for 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, and 24p are 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively |
Quality selection available at all sizes except 3,840 x 2,160 when quality is fixed at (high) |
Movie AudioBuilt-in stereo or external microphone with attenuator option; sensitivity adjustable |
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Monitor Size3.2 in. diagonal |
Monitor Resolution2,359,000 Dots |
Monitor TypeTFT touch-sensitive LCD |
Monitor Angle of View170-degree wide-viewing angle |
Monitor AdjustmentsBrightness, 11 levels |
Brightness adjustment and color balance control |
Virtual Horizon Camera IndicatorYes |
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Playback FunctionsAuto Image Rotation |
Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images) |
Highlights |
Histogram Display |
Index Marking |
IPTC information embedding and display |
Location Display |
Movie Playback |
Movie Slideshow |
Photo Information |
Photo Slideshow |
Picture Rating |
Playback with Playback Zoom |
Playback Zoom Cropping |
Voice Memo |
In-Camera Image EditingYes |
Image CommentYes |
Voice Memo FunctionYes |
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InterfaceType C USB (Super speed USB), type C HDMI, Stereo mini-pin audio input (microphone), Stereo mini-pin output (headphones), Ten pin remote port |
Wi-Fi FunctionalityStandards: IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a/ac (Europe, U.S.A., Canada, Mexico) |
IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a (other countries in the Americas) |
IEEE 802.11b/g/n (Africa, Asia, and Oceania) |
Operating frequency: 2412–2462 MHz (channel 11) and 5180–5825 MHz (U.S.A., Canada, Mexico) |
2412–2462 MHz (channel 11) and 5180–5805 MHz (other countries in the Americas) |
2412–2462 MHz (channel 11) and 5745–5805 MHz (Georgia) |
2412–2462 MHz (channel 11) and 5180–5320 MHz (other European countries) |
Maximum output power (EIRP): 2.4 GHz band: 6.8 dBm |
5 GHz band: 6.3 dBm (Georgia) |
5 GHz band: 9.3d Bm (other countries) |
Authentication: Open system, WPA2-PSK |
Ethernet ConnectorRJ-45 connector |
Standards: IEEE 802.3ab (1000BASE-T)/IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-TX)/IEEE 802.3 (10BASE-T) |
Data rates*: 10/100/1000 Mbps with auto detect |
Port: 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T (AUTOMDIX) |
*Maximum logical data rates according to IEEE standard; actual rates may differ. |
Peripheral ConnectorFor WT-6 |
Smart Device App ConnectivitySnapBridge |
BluetoothYes |
Communication protocols: Bluetooth Specification Version 4.2 |
Operating frequency: Bluetooth: 2402–2480 MHz |
Bluetooth Low Energy: 2402–2480 MHz |
Maximum output power (EIRP): |
Bluetooth: 1.3 dBm |
Bluetooth Low Energy: -0.2 dBm |
GPSReceiving frequency: 1575.42 MHz (C/A code) |
Geodesics: WGS 84 |
Supported GNS SystemsGPS (USA) |
GLONASS (Russia) |
QZSS (Japan) |
Data AcquiredLatitude, longitude, altitude, UTC (Universal Coordinated Time) |
Clock SynchronizationCamera clock can be set to time acquired via GNSS |
Track LogsNMEA-compliant |
Log Interval15 sec., 30 sec., 1 min., 2 min., 5 min. |
Maximum Log Recording Time6, 12, or 24 hours |
Log DeletionSupported |
Save/Load Camera SettingsYes |
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Total Custom Settings69 |
My MenuYes |
Recent SettingsYes |
Supported LanguagesThe languages available vary with the country or region in which the camera was originally purchased. |
Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time SettingsYes |
World Time SettingYes |
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Battery / BatteriesEN-EL18c Rechargeable Li-ion Battery |
EN-EL18b/EN-EL18a/EN-EL18 batteries can also be used. Note, however, that fewer pictures can be taken on a single charge with an EN-EL18 than with an EN-EL18c/EN-EL18b/EN-EL18a. |
Battery Life (shots per charge)3,580 shots (CIPA) |
Movies: Approx. 105 minutes of HD footage |
Battery enables up to approx. 3,580 shots per charge in single-frame release mode* or approx. 8,670 shots in continuous-release mode** |
*Based on CIPA Standards |
**Under Nikon’s own test conditions |
AC AdapterEH-6c AC Adapter; requires EP-6 Power Connector (available separately) |
Battery ChargerMH-26a Quick Charger |
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Tripod Socket1/4 in. (ISO 1222) |
Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)6.3 in. (160 mm) x 6.5 in. (163 mm) x 3.7 in. (92 mm) |
Approx. Weight44.8 oz. (1,270 g) |
camera body only |
Operating EnvironmentTemperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) |