Flagship 24.5-megapixel FX-format D-SLR—meticulously engineered for
professionals whose work demands extreme resolution, file size and image
fidelity
Description:
The D3X boasts a specially-developed FX-format CMOS image sensor with 12-channel readout, gapless micro lens array and on-chip noise reduction. It delivers class-leading levels of continuous shooting speed and noise management at higher sensitivities without sacrificing detail.
The D3X supports a broad ISO range from ISO 100-1600, extendable down to ISO 50 and up to 6400 equivalent with up to 5 fps continuous shooting at full resolution, or 7 fps in the 10MP DX-crop mode. The acclaimed MultiCAM3500FX 51-point autofocus system enables extremely accurate single-point accuracy with outstanding dynamic tracking for fast moving subjects in low light.
The camera’s LiveView function offers a smooth workflow option, perfect for studio work or other situations where the use of the viewfinder is impractical. The camera also delivers a superb response rate, with a start-up of just 12 milliseconds and 40ms shutter lag. The Kevlar/carbon fibre composite shutter has been designed for intensive professional needs and tested to 300,000 cycles.
Features:
24.5 megapixel FX format CMOS sensor with high signal-to-noise ratio, wide dynamic range and 12-channel readout.
ISO 100 – 1600: extendable up to 6400 (equivalent) and down to ISO 50 (equivalent).
5fps consecutive shooting (7fps in DX Crop mode)
EXPEED image processing engine with 14-bit A/D conversion and 16-bit image processing for superb tonal gradation.
Advanced Scene Recognition System combines the camera’s metering and AF sensors for precise exposures and sharply defined images.
Multi-CAM3500FX 51-point AF system. Individually selectable or configurable in 9-point, 21-point and 51-point coverage settings.
Picture Controls streamline in-camera image processing by enabling customization of image parameters before capture and offer complete control over sharpening, contrast, brightness, hue and saturation in various colour modes.
920,000-dot 3-inch VGA LCD monitor with wide, 170-degree viewing angle.
Live View with Autofocus enables composition of images using the LCD monitor. Two modes are supported: Handheld or Tripod.
Two Crop Modes: DX format and 5:4 ratio. The DX crop mode can be automatically enabled when a DX lens is attached.
Quick response: approx. 40 ms shutter-lag and 55 ms viewfinder black-out.
Highly accurate, durable Kevlar/carbon fiber-composite shutter unit: Standard rating of 300, 000 cycles, with a maximum shutter speed of 1/8,000 sec and flash synchronization at up to 1/250 sec.
Active D-Lighting enables superior high-contrast images by automatically applying tone compensation at the moment of capture.
Dual CF card slots: configurable for parallel (simultaneous) or serial (consecutive) recording.
HDMI video output interface enables connection to high-definition video systems.
Intuitive ergonomics with optimized button placement for fast and comfortable handling.
Durable magnesium alloy body built to withstand the rigors of the harshest of environments.
Wireless LAN and Ethernet support via optional Wireless Transmitter WT-4.
Other Features:
Lateral chromatic aberration reduction creates images with a clear periphery using original image processing technology to significantly reduce colour aberrations
Vignette Control effectively prevents reduction of light at the periphery
Optical viewfinder achieves approx. 100%*6 frame coverage and 0.7x*7 magnification in FX format
Three sensing areas: FX format (36 x 24), DX format (24 x 16), and 5:4 (30 x 24)
Customizable function button
Choice of black or white letters for shooting information display
AF fine adjustment with professional standard of accuracy
Compliant with HDMITM for high-definition image playback
Lets you shoot up to approx. 4,400 frames on a single battery charge*8
Specifications:
| Sensor |
35.9 x 24 mm CMOS sensor
FX format
RGB Colour Filter Array
Built-in fixed low-pass filter
25.72 million total pixels
24.5 million effective pixels
3:2 aspect ratio |
| Image processor |
Nikon EXPEED |
Image sizes
(FX format) |
6048 x 4032 [L]
4544 x 3024 [M]
3024 x 2016 [S] |
Image sizes
(DX format) |
3968 x 2640 [L]
2976 x 1976 [M]
1984 x 1320 [S] |
Image sizes
(5:4 format) |
5056 x 4032 [L]
3792 x 3024 [M]
2528 x 2016 [S] |
| File formats |
NEF (12-bit or 14-bit, compressed or lossless compressed RAW)
NEF + JPEG
TIFF
JPEG (EXIF 2.21) |
| Lens mount |
Nikon F mount with AF coupling and AF contacts
No field of view crop (full-frame)
When using DX lenses / DX mode 1.5x FOV crop |
| Usable lenses |
Type G or D AF NIKKOR: All functions supported
DX AF NIKKOR: All functions supported except FX-format (36x24)/5:4 (30x24) image size
AF NIKKOR other than type G or D: All functions supported except 3D Colour Matrix Metering II
AI-P NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D Colour Matrix Metering II
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 faster; Colour Matrix Metering and aperture value display supported if user provides lens data
* IX NIKKOR lenses cannot be used
* Excluding lenses for F3AF |
| Auto Focus |
51 focus points (15 cross-type sensors)
Multi-CAM 3500FX
AF working range: -1 to +19 EV (ISO 100, normal temperature)
Contrast Detect in Live View (Tripod) mode |
| AF Area Mode |
Single point AF
Dynamic Area AF [9 points, 21 points, 51 points, 51 points (3D-tracking)]
Automatic-area AF |
| Focus Lock |
Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L button |
| AF assist |
External Speedlite only |
| Exposure modes |
Program Auto [P] with flexible program
Shutter-Priority Auto [S]
Aperture-Priority Auto [A]
Manual [M] |
| Metering |
TTL full-aperture exposure metering using 1005-pixel RGB sensor
3D Colour Matrix Metering II (type G and D lenses); Colour matrix metering II (other CPU lenses); Colour matrix metering (non-CPU lenses if user provides lens data; metering performed)
Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 8, 15, or 20 mm dia. circle in center of frame or weighting based on average of entire frame (default 12 mm)
Spot: Meters approx. 4 mm dia. circle (about 1.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point (on center focus point when non-CPU lens is used) |
| Metering range |
3D Colour Matrix Metering: 0 to 20 EV
Center-Weighted Metering: 0 to 20 EV
Spot Metering: 2 to 20 EV
At normal temperature (20°C/68°F), ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens |
| Meter coupling |
CPU and AI |
| Exposure lock |
Locked using AE-L/AF-L button |
| Exposure bracketing |
• 2 to 9 frames
1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV steps |
| Exposure compen. |
+/-5.0 EV
1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV steps |
| Sensitivity |
Default: ISO 200 - 6400 in 1/3, 1/2 or 1.0 EV steps
Boost: 100 - 12800 in 1/3, 1/2 or 1.0 EV steps, HI2 = ISO 25600 |
| Shutter |
Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal plane shutter
30 to 1/8000 sec (1/3, 1/2 or 1.0 EV steps)
Flash X-Sync: 1/250 sec
Bulb |
| DOF Preview |
Stop-down lens aperture by pressing button
Activates modeling flash |
| White balance |
Auto (1005-pixel CCD, image sensor)
Presets (seven) with fine tuning
Manual presets (four)
Colour temperature in Kelvin (2500 - 10000 K, 31 steps)
White balance bracketing (2 to 9 frames, 10,20,30 MIRED steps) |
| Picture Control |
Standard
Neutral
Vivid
Monochrome |
| Image parameters |
Sharpening: Auto, 7 levels
Contrast: Auto, 5 levels, Custom tone curve
Brightness: 3 levels
Saturation: Auto, 5 levels
Hue: 5 levels |
| Colour space |
sRGB (Standard and Vivid modes)
Adobe RGB (Neutral mode) |
| Viewfinder |
Optical-type fixed eye-level pentaprism
Built-in diopter adjustment (-3 to +1m-1)
Eyepoint: 18 mm (at -1.0m-1)
Focusing screen: Type B BriteView Clear Matte VI screen
Frame coverage 100%
Viewfinder magnification approx 0.7x with 50 mm f/1.4 lens |
| Focusing screen |
B-type BrightView Clear Matte Screen II
Superimposed focus brackets
On-demand grid lines |
| LCD monitor |
3.0 " TFT LCD
922,000 pixels (VGA; 640 x 480 x 3 Colours)
170° viewing angle
Brightness adjustment |
| LCD Liveview |
Handheld mode: TLL phase-difference AF with 51 focus areas (15 cross-type sensors)
Tripod mode: focal-plane contrast AF on a desired point within a specific area |
| Shooting modes |
Single frame
Continuous Low [CL]: 1 - 9 fps
Continuous High [CH]: 9 fps (9 - 11 fps with DX format)
Liveview [LV]
Self-Timer (programmable)
Mirror-up mode |
| Continuous buffer |
JPEG Large/Normal: 64 shots (at 9 fps)
RAW: no data yet |
| Self-timer |
2 to 20 sec custom |
| Flash control |
•TTL flash control with 1,005-pixel RGB sensor; i-TTL balanced fill-flash and standard i-TTL fill-flash available with SB-800, 600 or 400
AA (Auto Aperture-type) flash: Available with SB-800 used with CPU lens
Non-TTL Auto: Available with Speedlights such as SB-800, 28, 27, and 22S
Range-priority manual flash; available with SB-800 |
| Flash Sync Mode |
Front-curtain Sync (normal)
Red-Eye Reduction
Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync
Slow Sync
Rear-curtain Sync |
| Flash compensation |
-3 to +1 EV
1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV steps |
| Orientation sensor |
Tags images with camera orientation |
| Playback mode |
Full frame
Thumbnail (4 or 9 images)
One-touch zoom
Slideshow
RGB histogram
Shooting data
Highlight point
Auto image rotation |
| Languages |
Chinese (Simplified and Traditional)
Dutch
English
Finnish
French
German
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Polish
Portuguese
Russian
Spanish
Swedish |
| Custom functions |
48 custom functions |
| Connectivity |
USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed) Mini-B connector
HDMI video out (version 1.3a, Type A connector)
Remote control 10-pin terminal
PC Sync flash terminal |
| 10-pin terminal |
GPS: NMEA 0183 (Ver. 2.01 and 3.01) interface standard supported with 9-pin D-sub cable and GPS Cable MC-35 (optional)
Remote control: via 10-pin terminal |
| Communications |
FTP and PTP/IP file transfer with optional Wireless Transmitter WT-3 (IEEE 802.11 b/g) |
| Storage |
Dual Compact Flash Type I or II
UDMA, Microdrive and FAT32 supported
36 characters of text can be input and stored in EXIF header |
| Power |
Lithium-Ion EN-EL4a/EL4
Included dual battery charger MH-22
Optional AC adapter EH-6 |
| Dimensions |
160 x 157 x 88 mm (6.3 x 6.2 x 3.4 in) |
| Weight (no batt) |
1220 g (2.11 lb) |
Shipping Methods & Details
- Ground: FREE
- 3 Days Delivery: $16.95
- 2 Days Express: $36.95
- Next Day Delivery: $46.95
- Add to cart for extra saving and discounts
Ground Delivery (7-10 Days):
Ground Delivery is basic shipping service. The product will be shipped out via UPS, USPS, DHL or Fedex. For oversized products, this service will provide you with a Curbside delivery. If you require the product to be brought to your door, please refer to trucking delivery. This service is not available in some remote locations.
3 Days Delivery (3-5 Days):
3 Days Delivery guarantees that your package will arrive between 3 and 5 days from the date shipped. Choose this option if you need your package within a certain time period.
3 Days Trucking Delivery (3-5 Days):
3 Days Trucking Delivery guarantees that your package will arrive between 3 and 5 days from the date shipped. It is a fully insured type of shipping which includes delivery to your front door or garage and no steps are included Choose this option if you need your oversized package within a certain time period.
2nd Day Delivery (2 Days):
2nd Day Delivery guarantees that your package will arrive on the 2nd day from the date shipped. Choose this option if you need your package within a certain time period.
Next Day Delivery (1 Day):
Next Day Delivery guarantees that your package will arrive on the 2nd day from the date shipped. Choose this option if you need your package within a certain time period.
Trucking Delivery (7-14 Days):
Trucking Delivery is a good option for your oversized package. Trucking Deliver is a fully insured type of shipping which includes delivery to your front door or garage and no steps are included. Check your delivery upon arrival. If there is any noticeable damage, refuse the delivery and note it on the airway bill. Call us immediately to report any damage.
With Trucking Delivery, you can expect:
- - Transportation directly from our warehouse to your location
- - Courteousy call 1 Hour before delivery
- - Equipment to safely lower Product from the truck to the ground
- - Comprehensive Physical Inspection Form
- - Delivery of product placed just inside your preferred entrance
White Glove Delivery (7-14 Days):
White Glove Delivery is a special service that is safest for large and overweight items. It is a fully insured both ways service which includes a two man delivery to the room of your choice with your product unpacked and all of the packaging debris removed. This service does not include installation of any type. Delivery includes shipment to the first floor. There will be a $15 per floor charge for any item being delivered to past the first floor. The white glove delivery time is normally between 3 and 10 business days. Our carrier of choice will contact you directly to arrange a convenient delivery time. Please inspect your item at the time of delivery. If you notice any damages, please contact our customer service department immediately.
With White Glove Service, you can expect:
- - Transportation directly from our warehouse to your location
- - Courteousy call 1 Hour before delivery
- - Equipment to safely lower Product from the truck to the ground
- - Comprehensive Physical Inspection Form
- - Position of the item in the home according to homeowner's specifications
- - Removal of product from Packing Materials
- - Connection to Power Source
- - Removal of packaging, subject to your request
- - Leave your location free of damages
4-5 Days Processing Time:
Some items that come directly from the manufacturer require additional processing time. Most of the time, process takes between 24-48 Hours, but items marked with this designation can take up to 5 Business Days to process.
Store Pickup:
Avoid paying for shipping. Come down to our Retail Store and pick up your order. Call ahead to ensure your order will be ready when you reach the store. Store Hours and Directions can be found at the bottom of this page.
In Stock:
Usually Ships Same Day.
Available:
Usually Ships within 24-48 Hours.
Temporarily Out of Stock:
Will be back in stock within 48-72 hours.
Pre-Order:
Ships Upon Receipt.
Special Order:
This is a special order item and cannot be cancelled nor returnable once the item is allocated. Est. arrival is 2-4 weeks (subject to availability). You will be contacted via email with a status on the item within 3 Business Days.
Installation and Item Removal:
Although Installation and Item Removal is available most places nationwide, they may not be available in all areas. In the case that they are not available in your area, a representative may contact you.
Some remote areas may require an additional fee.
Extended Warranties
Warranty Info
1Stopcamera USA vs. Grey Market
Please note that this camera is in English language, with all of the accessories as the USA equivalent model, except for the warranty card, the manual, and cannot receive manufacturer rebates. Although Import Models are not covered by the manufacturer's warranty, all Import Models purchased from us come with a 1 Year Limited Warranty from USA Warranty Corp., which will cover you for the same amount of time as the most manufacturers, in other words, 1 year parts and 90 days labor. Like all manufacturer warranties, you will need to ship the item to the service center for repair. Warranty must be registered within 30 days of receiving the product.
Parts: For a Period of One Year from the original date of purchase of product, USA Warranty will Supply replacement parts in exchange for parts determined to be defective.
Labor: For a Period of Ninety Days from the original date of purchase of product, USA Warranty will, at its option, repair or replace this Product, should it be deemed defective. If USA Warranty elects to replace the product after this Labor Warranty has expired but while the Parts Warranty below is still in effect, it will do so for the applicable labor charge.
| How your warranty compares to the standard manufacturer warranty? |
| Coverage Type |
Manufacturer's Warranty* |
1 Year USA Warranty |
CPS Extended Coverage |
CPS Accidental Coverage |
| Coverage Length |
1 Year Parts, 90 Days Labor |
1 Year Parts, 90 Days Labor |
Up to 5 Years including parts and labor |
Up to 5 Years including parts and labor |
| Wear and Tear(Normal Use) |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Product Replacement |
No |
Yes** |
Yes** |
Yes** |
| Power Surges |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Accidental Damage |
No |
No |
No |
Yes |
| Screen or Lens Replacement |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Worldwide |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Transferrable |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Sand/Water Damage |
No |
No |
No |
Yes |
| 24/7 Toll Free Help |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| No Lemon Policy |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Authorized Service Centers in Most Locations |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| * For Most Manufacturers ** If product cannot be fixed |
What does this mean for me?
The terms "grey market" and "parallel import" have the same meaning.
Some of the cameras and camcorders listed on the site are parallel imports. All Televisions, Appliances and all other items listed on this website comes with a USA Factory Warranty. Most of the products that we sell come with a warranty from the manufacturer or from the manufacturer's licensed importer. However, some of the products we sell have been obtained from sources other than the manufacturer or its licensed importer. These are called "grey market" products.
"Grey market" is not illegal, nor factory refurbished, nor open box merchandise, nor cheaper or inferior to their USA counterparts. In fact, the only differences are that "grey market" products do not come with a manufacturer warranty, may come with a copy of a user manual and cannot receive manufacturer rebates. "Grey market" and USA products are manufactured in the same factories from the same components, to the same specs, by the same workers in the same manufacturer plants. In terms of the item itself (excepting PAL, which is made to work outside of the US) there is no difference at all.
What are the differences as far as a customer is concerned?
There is no real need for concern when discussing "Grey Market" or imported product. The camera comes in English language with the same menu options and all of the same accessories from the manufacturer. The main difference is the item’s warranty coverage, but we will supply the customer with a 3rd Party warranty that will cover the same terms as the manufacturer in the USA. "Grey Market" items cost less than their USA counterparts, and that is why we are able to give a considerable discount on those such items. "Grey market" products do not qualify for manufacturer's rebates.
Why offer "Parallel Import"?
Parallel Import, or grey market items often cost less than comparable USA models. Due to the weak conversion rate of the US Dollar, some items cost much less to purchase outside of the United States. There are also items we sell that are not otherwise available in the USA through normal distribution channels.
PAL (Phase Alternate Line) Video Equipment
Video equipment sold in the US, Canada, Mexico and Japan is designed to record and playback video images at 525 lines-per-frame @ 60 frames-per-second. This is commonly known as an NTSC format (National Television Standards Committee).
We also sell video equipment that is set to record and playback video using the European broadcast standard (PAL) of 625 lines-per-frame @ 50 frames-per-second.
PAL and NTSC are not interchangeable recording formats. If you are planning on using your video equipment in the United States, you must purchase an NTSC model.
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When purchasing a digital camera, you must decide on the type of camera that is suitable for how you are using it, the life of the battery, how much memory is required, which type of lenses are needed, and etc. This guide will assist you in buying a digital camera and the necessary accessories.
Types of Cameras:
There are many different types of cameras. Depending on how often and for what purpose you are using the camera, there is a camera out there for all users.
Starter Cameras:
For users who are looking to start digital photography, but don’t want to spend a lot of money, this is the type of camera for you. A decent point-and-shoot camera should be suitable for 4”x6” photo prints.
Amateur Cameras:
For users that are knowledgeable about digital photography or want a high-quality camera to learn with, this category is best for you. These cameras offer ease of use with very high specification features, but not a large range of controls that you can get from professional cameras. Typically, you can make up to 11”x17” photo prints with these cameras.
Professional Cameras:
These cameras are intended for professionals to use. The lower-end professional cameras have a similar resolution to some high-end amateur cameras. The main difference is that, they have more elaborate setting control, better lenses, and better flash options. Most of the time, you can use lenses from your older SLR (Single Lens Reflex) film cameras. The resolution on these cameras could exceed 21 megapixels (21 million pixels). This type of camera is intended to produce very high quality prints for newspapers, magazines, and books, or for users who like to have control over how their pictures will look.
Power Conservation Tips:
Turn off the LCD:
When you are not using it, turn the LCD off. If you are low on power and want to make some more pictures, turn the LCD off and use the viewfinder instead. Doing so will increase the battery life of the camera, as LCD screens will eat up a lot of power.
Stop the Zoom:
Some cameras automatically release the lens when you turn the camera on. Unfortunately, it drains power significantly. To prevent this from happening you can change the settings to the sleep mode.
Turn off the Flash:
If you think the lighting is adequate for pictures, turn off the flash. Flashes will consume a large amount of energy, which is wasted if not in use.
Plug it in:
Some cameras have power adapter which allows you to plug in your camera to a wall socket. This will allow you to save your battery power when you are using the camera near a power socket.
Accessories to boost your Digital Experience:
Batteries:
Batteries are an important resource to digital cameras because if there is no power left, you can miss a special moment. If your camera uses disposable alkaline batteries, you should get a set of rechargeable batteries, thus saving you a lot of money in the long run, compared to purchasing new disposable batteries each time. For cameras that use Lithium Ion, it is suggested to purchase a backup battery for instances when you will be away from home for a period longer than 2 hours.
Memory Cards:
Memory card are equivalent to film in digital cameras. Each type of camera will use a different type of card, so make sure to check which card is compatible with your camera. Secure Digital (SD) is currently the most popular because it has become relatively cheap. Capacities of up to 16GB are currently available. Remember, you can never have too much memory, so invest in a larger capacity memory card when you purchase your digital camera. Here is a chart to help you make a decision on the memory card size right for yourself.
Tripods/Monopods:
If you have problems taking sharp, clear images, it could be because your hands were shaking. In order to solve the problem, you can get a tripod or monopod. It is important to keep the cameras steady if you want perfect pictures. A tripod is also important when you want to tweak the settings and take long exposure shots.
Card Readers:
Card readers are essential for any serious digital photographer. Instead of transferring photos directly from the camera, you can use a card reader to transfer them from your memory card straight to your computer. Doing so will conserve the camera’s batteries when transferring pictures.
Cases and Bags:
While digital cameras may be pricey, they can still break if dropped, so be sure to you protect your investment with either a case or bag. Cases make it safer and easier to carry. Cases can also protect your camera from sand, dust, dirt, and water. They are available in all types of sizes and styles. You can even purchase an Underwater Housing Case, allowing you to use your digital camera in water. These cases are more expensive and are only designed for some models. The cases usually come with cameras straps to put the camera around your neck or wrist. This provides an extra layer of protection for your camera, by preventing it from falling to the ground.
Lenses and Flash:
The quality of your photos depends on the quality of your lens. Flashes can help improve the brightness of your pictures. On most cameras, the lenses are built onto the camera, so you don’t have any upgradeability of the lens. But, if you own an SLR camera, you can replace the lens with a higher quality one, with better zoom or a different focal length. Flashes assist you when you are taking photos in low light settings. Most digital cameras have an internal flash that works fine for normal use, but you might want more light for the best possible results.
Important Camera Features:
Resolution:
A photograph is measured in the number of pixels in the picture. A pixel is a tiny dot of color. In digital photography, quality of the photo is megapixels. One-megapixel is the same as one million pixels. Nowadays, most cameras have more than 6 Megapixels, which is more than sufficient for a beginner’s camera.
Zoom:
Zoom is an important factor because it helps you get closer to the subject. There are two types of zoom available in digital cameras, digital and optical zoom. Digital zoom is a way of magnifying the picture by processing techniques. Unfortunately, digital zoom lowers the quality of the image a little. Optical zoom is where the magnification is done by using the camera’s lens. It would be ideal to use the Optical zoom over digital zoom because of the quality difference.
