a day of play

My Christmas Wish.

Aug 24, 2008 Wishlist

I hope Santa sees this.

Main Features
~ All-new 12.3 effective megapixel Nikon DX-format CMOS image sensor with integrated A/D converter and the increased bit precision of selectable 14-bit NEF (RAW) output
~ Incorporates Nikon’s original EXPEED digital image processing concept
~ Nikon’s original Scene Recognition System greatly improves autofocus, auto exposure and auto white balance performance
~ New 51-point autofocus system features 15 cross-type sensors that maximize the potential of lenses with apertures as small as f/5.6
~ Viewfinder with approx.100% frame coverage and large approx.0.94 magnification (50mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, –1.0 m-1)
~ Rapid 8 fps*1 or 6 fps*2 continuous shooting for up to 100 shots*3*4
~ New Picture Control System for image finishing optimized to match individual preferences
~ Quick response of 0.13 sec. power-up and 0.045 sec. shutter release time lag*5
~ Two liveview modes enable shooting while confirming subjects in the LCD monitor
~ Magnesium alloy body for light weight and rugged durability
~ 3-inch LCD with 920,000-dot (VGA) resolution and a 170° ultra-wide viewing angle
~ Active D-Lighting optimizes tone reproduction in both shadows and highlights
~ Shutter speeds ranging from 1/8,000 to 30 s for full creative control
~ Optional Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 extends shooting capability, enhances stability, and provides the further shooting potential of added controls
~ Built-in Speedlight with i-TTL flash control and full support for Nikon’s Creative Lighting System
~ Support for the Wireless Transmitter WT-4 (optional) enables direct cable-free image transfer to a compatible computer
~ Includes Nikon’s Software Suite software for easy control over image adjustment and management
~ Supported by Nikon Capture NX software (optional), to explore the extensive potential of NEF (Nikon Electronic Format)
{Taken from http://imaging.nikon.com/}