Nikon D3s

The Nikon D3s is a professional camera suited to photographers shooting action and sports, portraits and photo journalism. It features a 12.1 MP CMOS sensor, cinematic high definition video, a 51 point auto focus system and wide ISO range. The D3s produces sharp, professional quality images and movies even in low light.

Product Review

D3s

Nikon Digital SLR Camera

Key Features

· 12.1-megapixels

· Nikon EXPEED image processor

· ISO 200-12,800 - expandable to ISO equivalent of 102,400 (Hi 3)

· 51-point Auto Focus

· Improved D-Movie function

· Approx. 100% frame coverage

· Live View mode

· 14-bit A/D conversion

· Quiet shutter-release mode

· HD 3-inch LCD monitor, approx. 921,000 dots / 170° viewing angle

· HDMI HD video output

· Dual Compact Flash card slots

· Dual battery charger

The Nikon D3s is the successor to the popular D3. Like many of Nikon’s top-of-the-range DSLRs it is a large, solid camera with a robust magnesium alloy frame. With a heavy body, rubber grips and environmental seals against weather and dust, this DSLR feels tough and ready to handle any terrain.

While the D3s sports a similar look and the same resolution as its predecessor, the most noticeable enhancements come with the new video mode, an integrated dust reduction system, quiet shutter-release mode and new crop option.

The fast Auto Focus, high ISO for improved low light performance, long battery life and high definition movie mode are all features that add to the appeal of this SLR camera.

A further comparison of features alongside the D3 and the popular D700 is listed in the table below;

	Nikon D3S	Nikon D3	Nikon D700
Sensor	12.1 million	12.1 million	12.1 million
Sensitivity (expanded)	ISO 200 – 12,800 expandable to 102,400	ISO 200 - 6400, expandable to 25,600	ISO 200 - 6400, expandable to 25,600
Viewfinder	100% coverage	100% coverage	95% coverage
Autofocus	51-point	51-point	51-point
LCD panel	3.0 " TFT LCD	3.0 " TFT LCD	3.0" TFT LCD
Shutter life	300,000 exposures	300,000 exposures	150,000 exposures
Dust removal	Integrated Dust Reduction System including Image Sensor Cleaning function	Dust off image	Dust off image Self cleaning filter
Storage	Compact Flash with two slots	Compact Flash with two slots	Compact Flash
Live view	Yes	Yes	Yes
Dimensions	160 x 157 x 88 mm	160 x 157 x 88 mm	147 x 123 x 77 mm
Weight (excluding battery)	1240 g	1240g	995 g

The durable Nikon D3s is one for the professionals, especially for action photography - particularly news, wildlife and sports photographers. It produces stunning images and video and has all the features that you would expect from a camera in its range. If the size and weight are not a problem and the budget allows, this SLR is definitely worth considering.

The Nikon D3s SLR camera is available for purchase as body only or with the following Nikon Lens Kits:

•   Nikon D3s DSLR Camera $6,340.00

Nikon digital cameras, Nikon SLR cameras, SLR lenses and Nikon camera accessories are available at Georges Camera Store Sydney or online at http://www.georges.com.au