Nikon's original 12.1-megapixel FX-format (23.9 x 36mm) CMOS sensor: Teamed with Nikon's exclusive EXPEED digital image processing, the D700 delivers breathtakingly rich image quality.
FEATURES:
Broad ISO sensitivity up to 6400 and incredibly low noise: Super low-noise performance from 200-6400 ISO, with the added versatility of Lo-1 (100 ISO) Hi-1 (12,800 ISO) and Hi-2 (25,600 ISO).
Continuous shooting up to 5 frames per second: Shoot at up to 8 frames per second with the optional MB-D10 Multi-power Battery Pack.
Three-Inch, super-density 921,000-dot VGA color monitor: High resolution with
170-degree wide-angle viewing, calibrated color and tempered-glass protection assure confident image review.
Two Live View shooting modes: Choose from hand-held or tripod modes to suit shooting requirements.
Rugged magnesium-alloy construction: Along with extensive dust and moisture protection and a durable shutter mechanism tested to 150,000 cycles, the D700 merges pro D-SLR performance with expanded agility.
Fast, accurate 51-point AF with 3D Focus Tracking: Exacting autofocus precision, plus three Dynamic AF modes.
1,005-Pixel 3D Color Matrix Metering II: Legendary Nikon exposure accuracy aided by an onboard database of over 30,000 images.
Nikon's exclusive Scene Recognition System: SRS further extends auto-exposure intelligence while also advancing white-balance detection and autofocus performance.
Nikon Picture Control settings: Advanced color control with 9 customizable settings and 4 preset options allow fine tuning of image appearance preferences.
Active D-Lighting with NEW Auto mode: Unique three-phase dynamic control to capture previously lost details in shadows and highlights while maintaining normalized contrast.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Model Number:D700 Dimensions:5.8 x 4.8 x 3.0 in (147 x 123 x 77 mm) Water Resistant:no Photo File Format:Uncompressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW), Compressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW, Lossless compressed): approx. 60-80 percent, Compressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW, Compressed): approx. 45-60 percent JPEG: JPEG-baseline-compliant; can be selected from Size Priority and Optimal Quality, TIFF (RGB), WAV Storage Media:
Storage Media CompactFlash (Type I, compliant with UDMA)
DX AF NIKKOR: All functions supported except FX-format (36x24)/image size
AF NIKKOR other than type G or D*2: All functions supported except 3D Color Matrix Metering II
AI-P NIKKOR: All functions supported except auto-focus and 3D Color 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; Color Matrix Metering and aperture value display supported if user provides lens data
Lens Specs:
Lens Mount Nikon F bayonet mount
Compatible Lenses: 1) Type G or D AF NIKKOR: All functions supported 2) DX AF NIKKOR: All functions supported except FX-format (36x24)/image size 3) AF NIKKOR other than type G or D*2: All functions supported except 3D Color Matrix Metering II 4) AI-P NIKKOR: All functions supported except auto-focus and 3D Color Matrix Metering II 5) 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; Color Matrix Metering and aperture value display supported if user provides lens data
Flash Control: 1) TTL flash control with 1,005-pixel RGB sensor; i-TTL balanced fill-flash and standard i-TTL fill-flash available with SB-900, SB-800, SB-600 or SB-400 2) Auto aperture (AA): Available with SB-900, SB-800 and CPU lens 3) Non-TTL auto (A): Available with SB-900, SB-800, SB-28, SB-27 or SB-22s 4) Range-priority manual (GN): Available with SB-900, SB-800
Flash Sync Terminal: Yes
Image Capture Specs:
Image Sensor Format FX
Image Sensor Type CMOS
Sensor Size 23.9 x 36.0mm
Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution 5 frames per second
Continuous Shooting Options FX-format CH: Up to 5 frames per second CL: Up to 4 frames per second
DX-format CH: Up to 5 frames per second CL: Up to 4 frames per second
Bulb Shutter Setting Yes
Mirror Lock Up Yes
Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity 200 in steps of 1/3 1/2 1 EV
Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity 6400in steps of 1/3 1/2 1EV
Highest Expanded ISO Sensitivity Hi-2 (ISO 25,600 equivalent)
Expanded ISO Sensitivity Options * Lo-1 (ISO 100 equivalent), in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV * Hi-1 (ISO-12,800 equivalent), in 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV steps * Hi-2 (ISO-25,600 equivalent), 1 EV step
File System Compliant with DCF 2.0 DPOF EXIF 2.21
Exposure Metering System 1,005-pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering II
Metering Range 1. 0 to 20 EV (Matrix or Center-weighted metering); 2. 2 to 20 EV (Spot metering) (ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens, at 20 degrees C/68 degrees F)
Exposure Meter Coupling CPU AI
Exposure Compensation ±5 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV EV in increments of 1/3 1/2 1
Exposure Lock Yes
Exposure Bracketing Yes From 2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV
Shutter Release Modes Live View [LV] mode Continuous low-speed [CL] mode; 1-4 frames per second Continuous high-speed [CH] mode; 5 frames per second
White Balance Sun Shade Fluorescent Incandescent Flash Preset Fine Tune by Kelvin color temperature setting Auto
White Balance Bracketing Yes, 2 to 9 exposures, in increments of 1, 2 or 3
Picture Angle Equivalent to angle produced by lens focal length (1.5 times when DX format is selected)
Reflex Mirror Quick-return type
Focusing Screen Type B Brite View Clear Matte Mark VI screen with AF Brackets
Interchangeable Focusing Screens No Type B BriteView Clear Matte VI screen with superimposed AF points
Depth-of-field Control Yes
Autofocus System Autofocus TTL phase detection, 51 focus points (15 cross-type sensors) by Nikon Multi-CAM 3500FX autofocus module; Detection: -1 to +19 EV (ISO 100 at 20°C/68°F); AF fine adjustment possible. AF-assist illuminator (range approx. 1.6-9.8 ft./0.5-3.0m)
Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points 51
Autofocus Fine Tune Yes Records values for up to 12 user selected lenses
Single-point AF Mode Yes
Dynamic AF Mode Yes Number of AF points: 9, 21, 51 and 51 with 3D-tracking
Auto-area AF Mode Yes
Focus Lock AE-L/AF-L button Half press of shutter-release button (single-point AF in AF-S)
Picture Control Standard Neutral Vivid Monochrome Nine User-customizable Settings
Dust-Off Reference Photo Yes
Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator Yes Also visible in LiveView Modes
Save/Load Camera settings Yes
Nikon Creative Lighting System Compatibility Yes Built-in Commander Mode 2 Groups: A and B
Power Specs:
Battery Type: Rechargeable
Battery / Batteries: EN-EL3e Lithium-ion Battery
AC Adaptor: EH-5a AC Adapter
Battery Charger: MH-18a Quick Charger
Battery Life (shots per charge): 1000 shots (CIPA)
Monitor Specs:
Viewfinder: SLR-type with fixed eye-level pentaprism
Viewfinder Frame Coverage: Approx. 95%
Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment: -3 to +1m-1
Viewfinder Eyepoint: 18mm
Viewfinder Magnification: Approx. 0.72x (50mm f/1.4 lens at infinity)
LCD Monitor Size: 3 in. diagonal
LCD Monitor Type: Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD Super Density
LCD Monitor Resolution: 921,000 Dots
LCD Monitor Angle of View: 170-degree wide-viewing angle
LCD Monitor Adjustments: Brightness, 7 levels
Interface Specs:Hi-speed USB, NTSC, PAL, HDMI, 10-pin Terminal Exposure Controls:Programmed Auto (P) with flexible Program, Shutter-Priority Auto (S), Aperture-Priority Auto (A), Manual (M)
Additional Specs:
Self-timer Electronically controlled timer with duration of 2, 5, 10 or 20 sec.
World Time Setting Yes
Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time Settings Yes
Image Comment Yes
Voice Memo Function No
Tripod Socket ¼ inch 20
Supported Languages Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish