Nikon D3S
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The Nikon D3S is a professional full-frame (FX) digital single-lens reflex camera engineered for sports, photojournalism, and high-speed action in demanding low-light conditions. Featuring a redesigned 12.1-megapixel FX-format CMOS sensor, the EXPEED image processor, and a 51-point Multi-CAM 3500FX autofocus system with 15 cross-type sensors, the Nikon D3S established a benchmark in low-light capability with a native sensitivity of ISO 200–12,800 expandable up to an unprecedented ISO 102,400 with remarkable signal-to-noise performance.
From a technical and performance standpoint, the Nikon D3S excels with continuous shooting speeds of up to 9 frames per second in full-frame FX mode and up to 11 frames per second in DX-crop mode. It also introduced HD 720p D-Movie recording with manual exposure control and external microphone input, complemented by a sharp 3.0-inch 921,000-dot LCD monitor with dual Live View modes, dual UDMA CompactFlash card slots, and an extraordinary battery life rated at up to 4,200 shots per charge using the EN-EL4a battery.
In rigorous professional workflows, the Nikon D3S earned widespread acclaim for its rugged magnesium-alloy construction with comprehensive weather sealing and a durable shutter tested to 300,000 cycles. With its integrated vertical grip ergonomics, near-instant responsiveness, and seamless compatibility with the extensive legacy of Nikkor F-mount lenses, this camera remains a legendary landmark in professional photojournalism and sports photography.
- Release year: 2009
- Weight: 1240 g
- Screen_size: 3.0 inches (7.6 cm)
- Launch price: USD 5200
- Video_modes: 720p HD D-Movie (1280x720 at 24 fps)
- Sensor format: Full Frame (12.1MP)
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- Brand
- Nikon
- Line or model
- D3S
- Effective megapixels
- 12.1 Effective megapixels: usable sensor resolution for images.
- Sensor type
- CMOS Sensor technology (for example, CMOS, CCD).
- Processor
- Expeed
- Low pass filter
- Integrated optical low-pass filter Optical low‑pass filter that reduces moiré and aliasing.
- ISO range
- ISO 200 - 12,800 (expandable to ISO 100 [Lo-1] and up to ISO 102,400 [Hi-3]) Range of ISO values available on the camera.
- Focus points
- 51 Number of available autofocus points.
- Body type
- Professional digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera
- Body classification
- DSLR
- Body dimensions
- 159.5 x 157 x 87.5 mm Physical body dimensions (width × height × depth), usually in mm.
- Weather sealing
- Weather sealing against dust and moisture.
- Viewfinder
- Built-in optical SLR viewfinder Viewfinder type (optical or electronic) for composition.
- Screen size
- 3.0 inches (7.6 cm) Physical size of the screen; measured by the visible diagonal in inches.
- Screen resolution
- 921,000 dots (VGA) Number of pixels shown on the screen (width × height).
- Touch screen
- Indicates whether the screen supports touch for menus or focus.
- Screen articulation
- Fixed screen Screen articulation type (tilting, fully‑articulated, etc.).
- Video modes
- 720p HD D-Movie (1280x720 at 24 fps) Available combinations of resolution and frames per second (FPS) for video recording.
- Wireless connectivity
- Optional via WT-4 wireless transmitter Wireless features available (Bluetooth/Wi‑Fi).
- Battery type
- Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4a Battery type/model used by the camera.
- Continuous shooting
- Up to 9 fps in FX / up to 11 fps in DX crop mode Maximum burst shooting speed in frames per second (fps).
- Storage media
- Dual CompactFlash card slots (Type I, UDMA compliant) Card/storage media formats supported by the camera.
- Launch price
- USD 5,200 In 2009, it is the manufacturer’s suggested price at release.
- Mount
- Nikon F Lens mount type supported by the camera. If L-Mount Alliance appears, it means the camera uses Leica L mount shared across alliance brands.
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