Specifications

DIGITAL SLRs
NIKON
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D2XS
PHOTO - VIDEO - PRO AUDIO
World Class Performance
◆ The D2Xs is designed with instant start-up
and optimized systems that maximize all-
round performance for immediate response.
As a result, the D2Xs is ready to shoot when-
ever a decisive moment may arise. This per-
formance combines with the industry’s
shortest shutter release time lag of a mere 37
milliseconds to realize high-resolution pho-
tography without compromise.
◆ The D2Xs offers versatility in its selection of
continuous shooting speed modes. In addi-
tion to taking a total number of 60 consecu-
tive shots, capture 12.4 megapixel files at 5
frames per second for 17 consecutive RAW
(NEF) or 22 JPEG shots.
◆ Use the exclusive High-speed Crop mode to
shoot at 8 frames per second for 29 consecu-
tive RAW (NEF) or 38 JPEG shots. High-
speed Crop mode uses data from the central
area of the sensor that results in a picture
angle comparable to that of a 35mm lens
with double the focal length. This offers a
useful option when shooting sports, animals
or other fast-moving objects from a distance.
◆ Shutter speeds from 30 to 1/8,000 second
can be selected in 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV steps, with
Bulb exposure also available. Flash synchro-
nization is possible using speeds up to 1/250
second, or up to 1/8,000 second when using
AUTO FP High-Speed Sync with an SB-800,
SB-600 or SB-R200 Speedlight.
◆ Nikon’s advanced color reproduction system
combines 3 available color modes and corre-
sponding color profile choices to offer a
range of color treatments to match specific
assignments and workflow environments.
Black & White (sRGB) color mode further
expands the in-camera creative possibilities.
◆ Real-time noise reduction that can be ap-
plied during image processing may be aug-
mented by long exposure and high ISO noise
reduction options, available via the menu.
◆ The D2xs body has exterior styling adopted
from a design created by famed designer,
Giorgetto Giugiaro. The body is proportion-
ate and well balanced, with a well designed
interface that is intuitive and seamless.
◆ Image Overlay merges a pair of selected
RAW files to create a new composite image
within the camera as a RAW, JPEG or TIFF
file. Multiple Exposure creates a single image
from up to 10 exposures, and can be used
with the camera’s built-in interval timer.
Accurate Exposure Metering
◆ To achieve optimum exposure for each shot, Nikon’s acclaimed 1,005-pixel RGB Exposure/
Color Matrix Metering Sensor and advanced algorithms determine the brightness and size of
highlight areas, while at the same
time evaluating all brightness,
color, contrast, selected focus area
and subject-to-camera distance
information. The results are then
referenced against a comprehensive
onboard database of scenes
acquired from actual photographs
before high-speed processing
calculates the final value to deliver consistent and dependable automatic exposure.
◆ 3D-Color Matrix Metering II is available in High-speed Crop mode, while also optimizing the
areas calculated for using Center-weighted metering, Spot metering and i-TTL Flash Control.
◆ Modes and controls for optimizing exposure include [P] Programmed Auto with Flexible
Program, [S] Shutter-priority Auto, [A] Aperture-priority Auto, and [M] Manual. Manual
exposure compensation is available from -5 to +5 EV in 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV steps.
◆ Sensitivity can be manually set between ISO-equivalent 100 and 800 in increments of 1/3 EV,
or boosted using the HI-0.3, HI-0.5, HI-0.7, HI-1 or HI-2 settings when high sensitivity is a
priority. The three settings between 800 and HI-1 give the D2Xs finer control over sensitivity.
◆ Automatic sensitivity adjustment help achieve optimum exposure while freeing photographers
to concentrate on composition. Offering greater control over the range within which AUTO
ISO operates, the D2Xs provides settings to specify the maximum value to which the function
can increase sensitivity and the minimum shutter speed at which AUTO ISO will operate.
Flexible and Accurate White Balance Control
◆ Advanced Auto White Balance (AWB) and Auto Tone Control (ATC) systems effectively handle
complicated lighting conditions, achieving optimum white balance along with refined color
and tone reproduction.
◆ Manual white balance mode selections include Color Temperature mode for directly setting
Kelvin color temperature from 31 values between 2,500K and 10,000K. Preset mode provides
quick selection from 5 white balance settings that may be saved to match the lighting condi-
tions in known venues.
Ergonomic Design and Button Layout
The size, layout and operation of each customizable
button, control and function is designed for intuitive
operation and feedback, minimizing the need to
remove the eye from the viewfinder while shooting.
This combines with instant, predictable response to
free the photographer to concentrate on composition.
Operation remains consistently comfortable for either
horizontal or vertical orientation. The convenient
Function button on the front of the body can be
programmed for simpler switching such as in and
out of High-speed Crop mode when using continuous
shooting.
The eye-level viewfinder features frame coverage of virtually 100% and a 19.9mm eyepoint.
Information bars along the bottom and right edges display the current white balance mode,
image quality and size settings, ISO setting and more. The viewfinder also features an improved
view within the high-speed Crop mode frame for faster and easier composition.
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Correction
Value
Final
exposure
value
1,005-pixel
RGB
Sensor
Exposure
equantization
algorithm
Exposure
evaluation algorithm
Estimates
overexposed areas