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10.2 megapixel DX Format CCD imagesensor:
A newly developed 10.2 effective megapixel DXFormat CCD image sensor that captures images with edge-to-edge sharpness andincredible color at 3,872 x 2,592 pixels, yielding extraordinarilyhigh-resolution images perfect for enlargements or creativecropping
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Industry-leading image processing forexceptional colour performance:
Incorporates Nikon's industry-leadingadvanced imaging processing engine of the D2x, which allows color-independentpre-conditioning prior to A/D conversion to work in symphony with advanceddigital image processing algorithms to achieve fine color gradations withexceptionally smooth, consistent transitions
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Large viewfinder with 0.94xmagnification:
The new eye-level optical viewfinderdeveloped for the D200 features large magnification (0.94x) that helps ensure aclear view for precise composition, and built-in diopter adjustment that allowsfine-tuning to your eyesight
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Durable, Magnesium alloy (Mg)body:
Nikon's advanced technologies and mechanismsare housed within a rugged, lightweight magnesium alloy chassis and body readyfor the most rigorous of assignments. Additional sealing for dust and moistureadd to the D200's strength.
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5fps high-speed continuousshooting:
Capture fast action and fleeting expressionswith the ability to capture high-resolution images at a rapid 5 frames persecond in continuous bursts of up to 22 NEF (RAW) or 37 JPEG (FINE - LARGE)shots**
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Fast SLR response where itcounts:
Instant power-up in just 0.15 seconds, ashutter release time lag of a mere 50 milliseconds, and a shortened viewfinderblackout time of just 105 milliseconds makes the D200 ready to respond to anyphotographic situation
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New, 11-area Multi-CAM AF System with 7Area Wide AF:
The new Multi-CAM 1000 AF Sensor Moduleoffers an 11-area AF that ensures consistently fast and precise focus lockunder varying shooting conditions. The 7-wide area AF system, offers broadcoverage suited for moving subjects enabling greater compositionalfreedom
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Large 2.5-inch LCD monitor with wide angleviewing to 170 degrees:
A high-resolution LCD monitor providesultra-wide, 170 degree viewing in all directions. Assisting with accuratesharpness assessment, images can be previewed at up to 400%magnification
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New EN-EL3e Rechargeable battery with Fuelgauge function:
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The high-energy EN-EL3e rechargeablelithium-ion battery lets you capture approximately 1,800 shots per chargefeaturing an accurate real-time Fuel gauge system that displays the percentageof remaining charge, number of shots since last charge and overall status ofbattery service life
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Wireless Transmitter WT-3:
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The optional Wireless Transmitter WT-3provides wireless functionality with IEEE 802.11b/g technology; it enablescable-free image transfer to a compatible computer, with the added safety andversatility of wide-ranging network and security protocols (available2006)
Type of Camera: Single-lens reflex digital camera
Effective Pixels: 10.2 million
Image Sensor: RGB CCD, 23.6 x 15.8mm; total pixels: 10.92million
Image Size (pixels): 3,872 x 2,592 [L], 2,896 x 1,944 [M], 1,936 x1,296 [S]
Storage Media: CompactFlash(TM) (CF) Card (Type I and II )and Microdrive(TM)
Sensitivity: 100 to 1600 (ISO equivalent) in steps of 1/3,1/2 or 1 EV with additional settings up to 1 EV over 1600
File System: Exif 2.21, Compliant DCF 2.0 andDPOF
Storage System: Compressed NEF (RAW): 12-bit compression,JPEG: JPEG baseline-compliant
White Balance: Auto (TTL white balance with 1,005-pixel RGBsensor), six manual modes with fine-tuning, color temperature setting, presetwhite balance, white bal¬ance bracketing possible (2 to 9 frames inincrements of 1, 2 or 3)
LCD Monitor: 2.5-in., 230,000-dot, low-temperaturepolysilicon TFT LCD with brightness adjustment
Playback Function: Full frame 2) Thumbnail (4 or 9 segments) 3)Zoom 4) Slideshow 5) RGB histogram indication 6) Shooting data 7) Highlightpoint display 8) Auto image rotation
Interface: Can be selected from NTSC and PAL
Picture Angle: 35mm [135] format is approx. 1.5 times lensfocal length
Text Input: Up to 36 characters of alphanumeric textinput available with LCD monitor and multi-selector; stored in Exifheader
Compatible Lenses: All AF-DX, AF-D, AF-G, AF-I, AF-S, and AF VRNikkor lenses provide full AF and metering operation. AI-P lenses providemanual focus w/ electronic rangefinder and full metering operation. AI lensesprovide manual focus w/ electronic rangefinder, Aperture Priority and Manualexposure mode, C/W and Spot metering operation.
Viewfinder: Fixed eye-level Pentaprism type; built-indiopter adjustment (-2.0 to +1.0m-1)
Eyepoint: 19.5mm (-1.0m-1)
Focusing Screen: Type-B BriteView Clear Matte screen Mark IIwith superimposed focus brackets and On-Demand grid lines
Viewfinder Frame Coverage: Approx. 95% (vertical andhorizontal)
Viewfinder Magnification: Approx. 0.94x with 50mm lens at infinity;-1.0m-1
Viewfinder Information: Focus indications, Metering system, AE/FVlock indicator, Flash sync indicator, Shutter speed, Aperture value,Exposure/Exposure compensation indicator, ISO sensitivity, Exposure mode, Flashoutput level compensation, Exposure compensation, Number of remainingexposures
Autofocus: TTL phase detection by Nikon Multi-CAM 1000autofocus module with AF-assist illuminator (approx. 0.5m to 3.0m)
Lens Servo: Instant single-servo AF (S); continuous-servoAF (C); manual (M); predictive focus tracking automatically activated accordingto subject status in continuous-servo AF
Focus Area: Normal: 11 areas; single area or group can beselected; Wide: focus area can be selected from 7 areas
AF Area Mode: 1) Single Area AF 2) Dynamic Area AF 3) GroupDynamic 4) Dynamic area AF with closest subject priority
Focus Lock: Focus can be locked by pressingshutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-Lbutton
Exposure Metering System: Three-mode through-the-lens (TTL) exposuremetering. 1) 3D Color Matrix Metering II (type G and D lenses); color matrixmetering II (other CPU lenses); color matrix metering available with non-CPUlenses if user provides lens data; metering performed by 1,005-segment RGBsensor. 2) Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 6, 8, 10, or 13mm dia.circle in center of frame. 3) Spot: Meters 3mm dia. circle (about 2.0% offrame) centered on active focus area (on center focus area when non-CPU lens isused).
Exposure Metering Range: (ISO 100, f/1.4 lens, 20¼C): 1)EV 0 to 20 (3D Color Matrix or center-weighted metering)2) EV 2 to 20 (spotmetering) (ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens, 20°C)
Exposure Meter Coupling: Combined CPU and AI
Exposure Modes: Programmed Auto [P] with flexible program;Shutter-Priority Auto [S]; Aperture Priority Auto [A]; Manual [M]
Exposure Compensation: ±5 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2or 1 EV
Auto Exposure Lock: Luminosity locked at detected value withAE-L/AF-L button
Auto Exposure Bracketing: 2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1, 2, or3
Shooting Modes: 1) Single frame shooting mode 2) Continuouslow speed (CL) shooting mode: 1 to 4 frames per second 3) Continuous high-speedshooting mode: 5 frames per second 4) Self-timer shooting mode 5) Mirror-upmode
Shutter: Electronically-controlled vertical-travelfocal plane shutter, 30 to 1/8,000 sec. in steps of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV,bulb
Sync Contact: X-contact only; flash synchronization at upto 1/250 sec.
Flash Control: 1) TTL: TTL flash control by 1,005-pixel RGBsensor; Built-in Speedlight: i-TTL balanced fill-flash or standard i-TTL flash(spot metering or mode dial set to [M]) SB-800 or 600: i-TTL balancedfill-flash for digital SLR and standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR. 2) Autoaperture: Available with SB-800 with CPU lens. 3) Non-TTL Auto: Available withSpeedlights such as SB-800, 80DX, 28DX, 28, 27, and 22. 4) Range-prioritymanual; available with SB-800
Flash Sync Mode: 1) Front-curtain Sync (normal sync), 2)Red-eye Reduction, 3) Red-eye Reduction with Slow Sync, 4) Slow Sync, 5)Rear-curtain Sync
Built-in Speedlight: Manual pop-up with button release Guidenumber (ISO 100, m): approx. 12 (manual 13)
Flash Compensation: -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2EV
Accessory Shoe: Standard ISO hot-shoe contact with safetylock provided
Sync Terminal: ISO 519 standard terminal
Self-timer: Electronically controlled timer with 2 to 20seconds duration
Depth of Field Preview: When CPU lens is attached, lens aperture canbe stopped down to value selected by user (A and M mode) or value selected bycamera (P and S mode)
Remote Control: Via 10-pin Remote Cord MC-22/30/36 (optional)or Wireless Remote Control WT-3 (optional)
GPS: NMEA 0183 (Ver. 2.01) interface standardsupported with 9-pin D-sub cable (optional) and GPS Cable MC-35(optional)
Power Source: One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e,MB-D200 battery pack (optional) with one or two rechargeable Nikon EN-EL3eLi-ion batteries or six AA alkaline (LR6), NiMH (HR6), lithium (FR6) batteries,or 2R6 nickel-manganese AA batteries, AC Adapter EH-6 (optional)
Tripod Socket: 1/4 in. (ISO)
Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 147 x 113 x 74mm
Weight: Approx. 830g without battery, memory card,body cap, or monitor cover
Supplied Accessories: Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e, QuickCharger MH-18a, Video Cable, USB Cable UC-E4, Strap, Body cap, Eyepiece CapDK-5, Rubber Eyecup DK-21M, LCD monitor cover BM-6, PictureProjectCD-ROM
Optional Accessories: Wireless Transmitter WT-3, AC Adapter EH-6,Speedlight SB-800/SB-600/SB-R200, Nikon Capture 4 (Ver. 4.4), CompactFlashcard