Nikon D4 Specifications

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Model Name:	Nikon D4
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Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website
Predecessor:	Nikon D3S D3S vs D4
Successor:
General
Model Number:	D4
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	Pro SLR
Currently Manufactured:	No
Retail Price:	$5999.95
Street Price:	$4,499.95
Date Available:	2012-02-15
Tripod Mount:	Yes
Weight:	47.5 oz (1,347 g) includes batteries
Size:	6.3 x 6.2 x 3.6 in. (160 x 157 x 91 mm)
Waterproof:	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	CMOS
Sensor Manufacturer:
Effective Megapixels:	16.2
Sensor Format:	35mm
Sensor size:	860.4mm² (36.00mm x 23.90mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	7.31 microns
Focal Length Multiplier:	1.0x
Aspect Ratio:	3:2
Color Filter Type:	RGBG
Anti Aliasing Filter:	Fixed
Self-Cleaning:	Yes
Sensor shift image stabilization:	No
On-Sensor Phase Detect:	No
DxO Sensor Score:	89
DxO Color Depth Score (bits):	24.7
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs):	13.1
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso):	2,965
Image Capture
Image Resolution:	4928 x 3280 (16.2 MP, 3:2), 3696 x 2456 (9.1 MP, 3:2), 2464 x 1640 (4.0 MP, 3:2), 4096 x 2720 (11.1 MP, Other), 3072 x 2040 (6.3 MP, Other), 2048 x 1360 (2.8 MP, Other), 3200 x 2128 (6.8 MP, 3:2), 2400 x 1592 (3.8 MP, Other), 1600 x 1064 (1.7 MP, 3:2), 4096 x 3280 (13.4 MP, 5:4), 3072 x 2456 (7.5 MP, 5:4), 2048 x 1640 (3.4 MP, 5:4)
Image File Format:	JPEG, NEF (RAW): 12 or 14 bit, lossless compressed, compressed, or uncompressed; RAW+JPEG; TIFF (RGB)
Continuous-mode frames/second:	11.1
Video Capture
Can take movies:	Yes
Movie Resolution:	1920x1080 (30p/25p/24p) 1280x720 (60p/50p/30p/25p) 640x424 (30p/25p)
Movie File Format:	MOV (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC; Audio: Linear PCM)
Composite Video Out:	No
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video:	n/a
Video Usable as Viewfinder:	n/a
HD Video Out:	Yes
HD Video Connection:	HDMI

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	Nikon F
Lens:	n/a
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):
Focal Length (actual):
Zoom Ratio:
Aperture Range:
Integrated ND Filter:	No
Normal Focus Range:
Macro Focus Range:
Filter Thread:	n/a
Thread Type:	n/a
Optical Image Stabilization:	No
Digital Zoom:
Digital Zoom Values:
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	Nikon Advanced Multi-CAM 3500FX autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection, fine-tuning, and 51 focus points (including 15 cross-type sensors with f/8 supported by 11 sensors)
Auto Focus Assist Light?	No
Manual Focus:	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	Optical / LCD
Viewfinder Type:	SLR; eye-level pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.7x magnification, 18mm eyepoint, -3 to +1 diopter
Focus Peaking:	No
EVF Resolution:	n/a
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):	0.70x
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):	0.70x
Display
Eye-level Viewfinder:	Yes
Rear Display:	Yes
Rear Display Size (inches):	3.2
Rear Display Resolution:	921,600 dots (307,200 px)
Touchscreen:	No
Articulating Screen:	No
Tilt Swivel Screen:	No
Selfie Screen:	No
Max Playback Zoom:	46.0x
Top Deck Display:	Yes

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):	12800
Minimum ISO (native):	100
ISO Settings:	Auto, 100 - 12,800, plus down to 50 in Lo-1, up to 204,800 in Hi-4
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto (2 types), incandescent, fluorescent (7 types), direct sunlight, flash, cloudy, shade, preset manual (up to 4 values can be stored), choose color temperature (2500 K-10000 K), all with fine-tuning
Shutter Speed Range:	1/8000 - 30 sec
Bulb Mode:	Yes
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes:	91K-pixel 3D Color Matrix Metering III, Center-weighted (75% given to 8, 12, 15 or 20mm circle), Spot (4mm) centered on selected focus area
Program Auto Exposure:	Yes
Aperture Priority:	Yes
Shutter Priority:	Yes
Full Manual Exposure:	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:	None
Self Timer:	2/5/10/20s; 1-9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):	Yes
High Resolution Composite:	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	No
Flash Modes:	Front curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, Auto FP High-Speed Sync supported
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	n/a
Flash Range Description:	n/a
Max Flash Sync:	1/250
Flash Exposure Compensation:	-3 to +1 EV in 0.3EV steps
External Flash Connection:	ISO 518 hot-shoe contact; safety lock provided; PC Sync terminal
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	CF1 / XQD
UHS Support:
Other Memory:	UDMA7 compliant
Dual Card Slots:	Yes
RAW Capture Support:	Yes
Uncompressed Format:	NEF (RAW): 12 or 14 bit, lossless compressed, compressed, or uncompressed; RAW+JPEG; TIFF (RGB)
Movie File Format:	MOV (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC; Audio: Linear PCM)
Included Memory:	No memory included
Included Memory Type:
Connectivity
Built-In Wi-Fi:	No
NFC:	No
Bluetooth:	No
Built-In GPS:	No
Microphone Jack:	Yes
Headphone Jack:	Yes
External Connections:	USB 2.0 High Speed,Ethernet
PictBridge Compliant:	Yes
DPOF Compliant:	Yes
Remote Control:	Yes
Remote Control Type:	Optional wired, wireless
Connections (extended):	Type-C mini HDMI with uncompressed video support, DC Input, 10-pin Expansion Terminal, Audio input (stereo 3.5mm jack with power), Audio output (stereo 3.5mm jack), Peripheral connector for WT-5

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):	0.41
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):	0.39
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames):	Unlimited
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot):	0.39
Camera penalizes early shutter press?	No
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution):	11.1
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):	Unlimited
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps):	11.1
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames):	Unlimited
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps):	11.1
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames):	62
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid):	0.21 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):	1.50 seconds
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):	0.197 seconds
Shutter Lag (manual focus):	0.043 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):
Shutter Lag (prefocused):	0.043 seconds
Shutter Lag (notes):	OVF: Full Autofocus lag, 51-point Auto Area = 0.254s Live View: Full Autofocus lag = 1.497s Prefocused lag: 0.197s
Startup Time:	0.3 seconds
Play -> Record Time:	0.2 seconds
Flash cycle time, full power:
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):	2600 shots
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary EN-EL18 (10.8v 2000mAh)
Usable Battery Types:	Lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	1 x Proprietary EN-EL18 Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter):	Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger Included:	Yes
Internal Charging Supported:	No
Software
Included Software:	Nikon ViewNX 2 CD-ROM
OS Compatibility:
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	16.2-megapixel FX-format CMOS sensor, Expeed 3 processor, Upgraded 51-point AF module, 91K-pixel RGB exposure sensor, Bursts up to 10 fps with AE/AF, 11 fps with AF/AE locked, Full HD video capture, Dual Compact Flash and XQD card slots, Ethernet port, Illuminated controls, External headphone and mic jacks.