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Nikon D90 Digital Camera

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Product Description
The D3S is uniquely qualified to meet the changing needs of photographers whose assignments demand 100% from them and their equipment. Uncompromising FX-format multimedia versatility and... More
The D3S is uniquely qualified to meet the changing needs of photographers whose assignments demand 100% from them and their equipment. Uncompromising FX-format multimedia versatility and engineered for demanding professional use at up to 9 fps, the D3S' rugged magnesium alloy construction, comprehensively sealed against dust and moisture, delivers on its promises of superiority. Exacting moments in time are captured to an expanded buffer, allowing continuous capture of up to 82 JPEG (fine) or 36 14-bit NEF (RAW) images. Less
Untitled Document Nikon D90 SLR Digital Camera With 28-80mm 75-300mm Lens Kit The Nikon D90 SLR Digital Camera, with its 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS, 3" High resolution LCD display,... More
Untitled Document Nikon D90 SLR Digital Camera With 28-80mm 75-300mm Lens Kit The Nikon D90 SLR Digital Camera, with its 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS, 3" High resolution LCD display, Scene Recognition System, Picture Control, Active D-Lighting, and one-button Live View, provides photo enthusiasts with the image quality and performance they need to pursue their own vision while still being intuitive enough for use as an everyday camera. Less
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Key Features   
Digital Zoom Without Digital Zoom Without Digital Zoom
HD Recording Format 720p (HDTV) 720p (HDTV)
Camera Type SLR/Professional SLR/Professional
Weight 2.73 lb. 1.36 lb.
LCD Screen Size 3 in. 3 in.
Resolution 12.9 Megapixel 12.3 Megapixel
Features - Image Stabilization • Red-eye Correction • Face Detection
Image Quality   
Camera Resolution 12.9 Megapixel 12.3 Megapixel
Image Sensor Type CMOS CMOS
Image Resolutions 1776 x 1184 • 3552 x 2368 • 4256 x 2832 • 3184 x 2120 • 2128 x 1416 • 2784 x 1848 • 2080 x 1384 • 1392 x 920 4288 x 2848 • 3216 x 2136 • 2144 x 1424
Video   
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 • 320 x 216 • 640 x 424 1280 x 720 • 320 x 216 • 640 x 424
Video Format AVI • Motion JPEG • HD (High Definition) Motion JPEG
Max Movie Length - 24 Seconds
Video Speed 24 fps -
Lens   
Focus Type - Manual Focus
Interchangeable Lens Interchangeable Lenses Interchangeable Lenses
Exposure Control   
Shutter Speed 30 - 1/8000 sec 30 - 1/4000 sec
Frames Per Second 9 Frames 24 Frames
White Balance Fluorescent (Preset) • Incandescent (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Sunset (Preset) • Flash (Preset) • Colour Temperature Adjust Auto • Manual • Daylight / Sunny (Preset) • Fluorescent (Preset) • Incandescent (Preset) • Shade (Preset) • Flash (Preset)
Flash   
Flash Functions Front Sync Flash • Rear Sync Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync Front Sync Flash • Rear Sync Flash • Red-eye Reduction Flash • Slow Sync
Flash Type External Built-In
ISO Speeds Auto • 100 • 200 • 400 • 12800 • 25600 100 • 200 • 3200 • 6400
Storage   
Compression Type JPEG • Raw Image • DPOF 1.1 • EXIF 2.21 • DCF 2.0 DPOF • EXIF 2.21 • DCF 2.0
Memory Type CompactFlash Card Type I • CompactFlash Card Type II • IBM Microdrive SD Card • SDHC Card
Compression Modes Normal • Uncompressed • Basic Uncompressed
Included Features   
Self Timer 2 Sec. • 5 Sec. • 10 Sec. • 20 Sec. 2 Sec. • 5 Sec. • 10 Sec. • 20 Sec.
Tripod Mount With Tripod Mount With Tripod Mount
Built-in Microphone With Built-in Microphone With Built-in Microphone
Viewfinder / Display   
LCD Protected Position Without LCD Protected Position -
Viewfinder Optical (Through-the-lens) Optical (Through-the-lens)
LCD Screen Resolution 921,000 pixels -
Interfaces   
Video Interface Video Out -
Interface Type USB 2.0 • HDMI USB 2.0 • HDMI
Power Supply   
Battery Type Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery Lithium-ion Battery
Battery Life 4,700 Images -
System Requirements   
Operating System - Apple Mac OS X • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows 98SE • Microsoft Windows ME • Microsoft Windows XP • Microsoft Windows Vista • Apple Mac OS X 10
Dimensions   
Weight 2.73 lb. 1.36 lb.
Depth 3.4 in. 3 in.
Height 6.2 in. 4.1 in.
Width 6.3 in. 5.2 in.
Miscellaneous   
UPC 0018208913558 53001016
Product ID 90831632 99671132
Included Accessories Software • USB Cable • Driver • Battery Charger • Strap • AV Cable • Li-Ion Rechargable Battery USB Cable • Video Cable • Shoulder Strap • Battery Charger • AC Power Adapter • Remote Control • Battery Pack • Rechargeable Battery (NP-BN1)
Release Date 2009 -
Family Line Nikon D Nikon D
Product MPN   
MPN 1647767 929654000
 
Consumer Reviews
Nikon D3S Body only
Nikon D3S Body Only Digital Camera
From $5,196.95
Nikon D90
Nikon D90 Digital Camera
From $799.95

Product Review Summary

4.5
Based on 2 user reviews
100% recommend this product
5 stars
1
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2 stars
1 star
Pros
  • None Yet
Cons
  • None Yet
Good For
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Consumer Reviews

116

Nikon D3S: Spectacular for those who need its power

bydaviddennis May 6, 2012
17 Helpfuls 18 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Takes beautiful images; fast and powerful; rugged and durable
Cons Big, heavy and more expensive than many used cars
Recommended it? Yes

It surprised me that nobody has written a good review of this camera, and it's a bit late since it's already replaced by the D4. Still, there are a few D3Ss left on camera store shelves, and in view of the horribly bad availability of the D4, you might still be tempted to buy one. Should you?
... Read full review »

2

Great camera!!

byderekhcchoy Sep 29, 2009
1 Helpfuls 2 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Fast AF, great sensor in high-ISO situations, solid body build, compatible with new/old...
Cons Nothing really
Recommended it? Yes

If you're a professional looking for a reliable and high-performance workhorse, I highly recommend this camera.

The camera is solid, it has great features that you find useful in your day-to-day sessions and it's very reliable. Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

5.0
Based on 7 user reviews
83% recommend this product
5 stars
7
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Pros
  • Easy to Use (2)
  • Excellent Picture Quality (2)
  • Great Design (1)
  • Nice Screen (1)
  • Rich Features (1)
  • Good Value (1)
  • Quality Construction (1)
Cons
  • Bulky (1)
  • Heavy (1)
  • no autofocus in movie mode (1)
Good For
  • Home (2)
  • Everyday Use (1)
  • Travel (1)
  • Outdoors (1)
  • Special Events (1)
  • Men (1)
  • Professionals (1)
  • Gifts (1)
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Consumer Reviews

58

Great Semi-Pro camera

byanorm0dy Feb 22, 2010
5 Helpfuls 6 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Easy to Use, Excellent Picture Quality, Great Design
Cons None submitted
Recommended it? Yes

This is a great camera especially for someone who is just starting out a photography business.  It takes quality photos, and everything I have read says you should make your investments in lenses, not camera bodies.  This is too much of a camera if you are only planning on shooting in... Read full review »

30

Great in every way

bystitems Apr 14, 2010
1 Helpfuls 2 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Easy to Use, Excellent Picture Quality, Great Design
Cons None submitted

What can I say about this incredible piece of optical and electronic technology. Uses all Nikon lenses, Light, totally customizable. many shooting, exposure, flash, metering, aperture, speed modes to cover any situation. The auto mode is a good compromise for most offhand shots. Most experienced... Read full review »

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