The D4 is Nikon's top-of-the-line professional DSLR. With a 16.1 MP sensor, this full-frame-equipped camera has large photosites that enable great low-light performance. In addition, the camera's native ISO range goes from 100 to 12800. Vaunted for its speedy performance, the D4 delivers full-resolution 16.1MP images at 10 fps, for those moments when you need to get the shot, no matter what. Sports and nature photographers will want to give some serious consideration to the D4.
Kelby Media's Larry Becker does just that, discovering that the D4 offers maximum programmability, impressive pro video features and, as expected, strong speed-related features. The camera offers nearly the same button configuration whether it's held in landscape or portrait orientation. For video, the D4 has a clean HDMI output that facilitates outboard recording at high bit rates. Professional photographers, especially in high-action environments, here's a camera for you.
| Camera Type | Digital SLR with Interchangeable lenses |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Camera Format | Full-Frame |
| Pixels | Actual: 16.6 Megapixel |
| Effective: 16.2 Megapixel | |
| Maximum Resolution | 16.1MP: 4928 x 3280 @ 3:2 |
| Other Resolutions | 13.4MP: 3280 x 4096 @ 4:5 11.1MP: 4096 x 2720 9.1MP: 3696 x 2456 @ 3:2 7.5MP: 2456 x 3072 @ 4:5 6.8MP: 3200 x 2128 @ 3:2 6.3MP: 3072 x 2040 4.0MP: 2464 x 1640 @ 3:2 3.8MP: 2400 x 1592 @ 3:2 3.4MP: 1640 x 2048 @ 4:5 2.8MP: 2048 x 1360 1.7MP: 1600 x 1064 @ 3:2 |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2, 4:5 |
| Sensor Type / Size | CMOS, 36 x 23.9mm |
| File Formats | Still Images: JPEG, RAW, TIFF Movies: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, MOV Audio: Linear PCM |
| Noise Reduction | Yes |
| Memory Card Type | XQD, CompactFlash |
| Focus Type | Auto & Manual |
| Focus Mode | Single-servo AF (S), Continuous-servo AF (C), Manual Focus (M) |
| Autofocus Points | 51 |
| Viewfinder Type | Pentaprism |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | Approx. 0.70x |
| Diopter Adjustment | - 3 to +1 m |
| Display Screen | 3.2" Rear Screen LCD (921000) |
| Screen Coverage | 100% |
| Angle of View | 170° |
| Live View | Yes |
| ISO Sensitivity | 100-12800 (Extended Mode: 50-204800) |
| Shutter | Type: Electronic Speed: 30 - 1/8000 sec |
| Remote Control | ML-3, MC-21A, 22, 22A, 23A, 25A, 30, 30A, 36 & 36A (Optional) |
| Mirror Lock-Up | Yes |
| Metering Method | 3D Color Matrix Metering, Center-weighted average metering, Spot metering |
| Exposure Modes | Modes: Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority Compensation: -5 EV to +5 EV (in 0.33 EV steps) |
| White Balance Modes | Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Natural White), Fluorescent (White), Fluorescent H, Incandescent, Kelvin, Preset Manual, Shade |
| Flash Modes | 1st Curtain Sync Red-eye Reduction Second-Curtain Sync Slow Sync Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction |
| Built-in Flash | No |
| Maximum Sync Speed | 1/250 / 1/8000 sec |
| Flash Compensation | -3 EV to +1 EV (in 0.33 or 0.5 EV steps) |
| Continuous Shooting | Up to 10 fps |
| Dedicated Flash System | iTTL Remote Firing |
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe, PC Terminal, Wireless |
| Video Recording | Yes, NTSC/PAL |
| File Size | 1920 x 1080p (Full HD) 1280 x 720p (HD) |
| Frame Rate | @ 1920 x 1080: 30 fps, 25 fps, 24 fps @ 1280 x 720: 60 fps, 50 fps, 30 fps @ 640 x 424: 30 fps, 25 fps |
| Exposure Control | Auto: Shutter Speed, Aperture, ISO Manual: Shutter Speed, Aperture, ISO |
| ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 200 - 12800, Expandable to 204800 |
| Exposure Compensation | -5 EV to +5 EV (in 1/31 EV steps) 1 |
| Focus | Auto, Manual and Continuous Auto |
| Continuous Shooting Time | 1920 x 1080 - 20 min. 1280 x 720 - 29 min. 640 x 424 - 29 min. |
| Audio Recording | With Video, Mono, Via Optional External Mic |
| In-Camera Image Editing | Color Balance, Color Outline, D-Lighting, Distortion Control, Edit Movie, Filter Effects, Fisheye, Image Overlay, Miniature Effect, Monochrome, NEF (RAW) Processing, Perspective Control, Quick Retouch, Red-eye Correction, Straighten, Trim |
| Self-Timer | 2 sec., 5 sec., 10 sec., 20 sec. |
| Connectivity | 1/8" Headphone, 1/8" Microphone, HDMI C (Mini), USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi Capable (With Optional Transmitter) | Yes |
| Battery | 1x EN-EL18 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, 10.8VDC, 2000 mAh |
| AC Power Adapter | EH-6b (Optional) |
| Operating/Storage Temperature | 32 to 104° F (0 to 40° C) |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 6.3 x 6.2 x 3.6" / 16.00 x 15.75 x 9.14 cm |
| Weight | 2.95 lb / 1.34 kg With battery and memory card |
1 Comment
I own the Nikon D4 Camera as my lead camera. I love the solid feel and the outstanding results I've obtained with it. I have excellent results in tracking sports action using the Nikon 80-400mm f/4.4-5.6 G AF-s VR lens (This is my most used Nikon combination). I have obtained consistent publication using this combination of Nikon photographic equipment. Richard.