Type
Single-lens reflex digital cameraLens Mount
Nikon F bayonet mount
Effective Pixels (Megapixels)
24.2 millionSensor Size
23.5 mmx 15.6 mmImage Sensor Format
DXImage Sensor Type
CMOSTotal Pixels
24.78 millionDust-Reduction System
Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX-D software required)Image Area (pixels)
DX-format
(L) 6,000 x 4,000
(M) 4,496 x 3,000
(S) 2,992 x 2,000
File Format Still Images
Compressed 12-bit NEF (RAW)
JPEG: JPEG-Baseline Compliant with Fine (approx 1:4), Normal (approx 1:8) or Basic (approx 1:16) Compression
NEF (RAW) + JPEG: single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG FormatsStorage Media
SD
SDHC
SDXCCard Slot
1 Secure Digital (SD)File System
Compliant with DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0
EXIF 2.3 (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras)
PictBridge
Viewfinder
Eye-level Pentamirror Single-Lens Reflex viewfinderViewfinder Frame Coverage
95% horizontal
95% vertical (Approx.)Viewfinder Magnification
0.85x (Approx.)Viewfinder Eyepoint
18mm (-1.0m¯¹)Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment
-1.7 to + 0.5m¯¹Focusing Screen
Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VII screenReflex Mirror
Quick-return type
Lens Aperture
Instant-return type
Electronically controlledCompatible Lenses
This camera supports autofocus with AF-P and type E and G AF-S lenses only.
AF NIKKOR for F3AF not supported.
AI-P NIKKOR: All Functions supported except autofocus and 3D Color Matrix Metering II.
Electronic rangefinder can be used if Maximum Aperture is f/5.6 or faster.
IX NIKKOR lenses cannot be used.
Non-CPU: Autofocus not supported. Can be used in mode M, but exposure meter does not function.
Other AF NIKKOR: All Functions Supported Except 3D Color Matrix Metering II.
Type D PC NIKKOR: All functions supported except Autofocus, 3D Color Matrix Metering II and some Shooting Modes.
Type G AF NIKKOR not equipped with an autofocus motor: all functions supported except autofocus and 3D Color Matrix Metering II.
Type D AF NIKKOR and OTHER AF NIKKOR Manual Focus and Manual exposure mode only:
Shutter Type
Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-planeShutter Speed
1/4000 to 30 sec.Flash Sync Speed
Up to 1/200 sec.Frame Advance Rate
Up to 5 fps (manual focus, mode M or S, shutter speed 1/250 sec or faster, and other settings at default values)Top Continuous Shooting Speed at Full Resolution
5 frames per secondSelf-Timer
2, 5, 10, 20 sec.; 1 to 9 exposures
Timer duration electronically controlled
Exposure Metering System
TTL exposure metering using 420-pixel RGB sensorMetering Method
Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 8 mm circle in center of frame
Matrix metering: 3D color matrix metering II (type E and G lenses)
Spot: Meters 3.5 mm circle (about 2.5% of frame) centered on selected focus pointMetering Range
0 to 20 EV (Matrix or center-weighted metering at ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens, at 20°C/68°F)
2 to 20 EV (Spot metering at ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens at 20°C/68°F)Exposure Meter Coupling
CPUExposure Modes
Aperture-Priority (A)
Auto
Auto (flash off)
Manual (M)
Programmed Auto with flexible Program (P)
Shutter-Priority Auto (S)Exposure Compensation
±5 EV in increments of 1/3 EV in P, S, A, M, Scene, and Night Vision modesExposure Lock
Luminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L buttonPicture Control
Flat
Landscape
Monochrome
Neutral
Portrait
Standard
Vivid
Selected Picture Control can be modified
ISO Sensitivity
ISO 100 -25,600Active D-Lighting
Can be selected from:
On
Off
Detection Range
-1 to 19 EV (ISO 100, 68°F/20°C)Lens Servo
Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); Continuous-servo AF (AF-C); auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A); predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status
Manual focus (MF): Electronic rangefinder can be usedFocus Point
Can be selected from 11 focus pointsFocus Lock
Focus can be locked by pressing AE-L/AF-L button
Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF)Focus Modes
Auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A)
Continuous-servo (AF-C)
Face-Priority AF available in Live View only and D-Movie only
Full-time Servo (AF-A) available in Live View only and D-Movie only
Manual (M) with electronic rangefinder
Normal area available in Live View and D-Movie only
Predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status
Single-servo AF (AF-S)
Wide area available in Live View and D-Movie only
Flash Control
TTL: i-TTL flash control using 420-pixel RGB sensor is available with built-in flash; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix and center-weighted metering, standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR with spot meteringFlash Compensation
Can be adjusted by −3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 EV in P, S, A, M, and scene modesFlash-ready Indicator
Lights when built-in flash or optional flash unit is fully charged; flashes after flash is fired at full outputAccessory Shoe
ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lockNikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)
CLS Supported
i-TTL flash control, optical Advanced Wireless Lighting, Color Information Communication, AF-assist for multi-area AF
White Balance
Auto
Cloudy
Direct Sunlight
Flash
Fluorescent (7 types)
Incandescent
Preset Manual
Shade
Movie Metering
TTL exposure metering using main image sensorMovie File Format
MOVMovie Video Compression
H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video CodingMovie Audio Recording Format
Linear PCMMovie
Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 60 fps
Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 50 fps
Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 30 fps
Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 25 fps
Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 24 fps
HD 1,280x720 / 60 fps
HD 1,280x720 / 50 fps
Actual frame rates for 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, and 24p are 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively; options support both high and normal image qualityMovie Audio
Built-in microphone, monaural
Microphone sensitivity can be adjusted
Monitor Size
3.0 in. diagonalMonitor Resolution
921,000 DotsMonitor Type
Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD
Playback Functions
Auto Image Rotation
Full-Frame and Thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images or calendar)
Highlights
Histogram Display
Image Comment
Location Display
Movie Playback
Photo Information
Picture Rating
Playback Face Zoom
Playback with Zoom
Playback Zoom Cropping
Slideshow
Interface
HDMI output: Type C mini-pin HDMI connector
Hi-Speed USB; connection to built-in USB port is recommendedWi-Fi Functionality
Eye-Fi CompatibleSmart Device App Connectivity
SnapBridgeBluetooth
Yes
Supported Languages
English
French
Portuguese (Brazil)
Spanish
Battery / Batteries
EN-EL14a Rechargeable Li-ion BatteryBattery Life (shots per charge)
1,550 shots (CIPA)AC Adapter
EH-5c AC Adapter; requires EP-5A Power Connector (available separately)Battery Charger
MH-24 Quick Charger
Tripod Socket
1/4 in.Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)
4.9 in.(124 mm)x 3.9 in.(97 mm)x 2.8 in.(69.5 mm)Approx. Weight
12.9 oz.(365 g)Operating Environment
0–40 °C (+32–104 °F)
Less than 85% (no condensation)
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