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==Reviews==
 
==Reviews==
 
* There's a big [http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond70/ D70 review] at DPReview.
 
* There's a big [http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond70/ D70 review] at DPReview.
* Another review may be found at [http://www.photo.net/equipment/nikon/D70/ photo.net].
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* Another review may be found at [https://web.archive.org/web/20170105133158/http://photo.net/equipment/nikon/D70/ photo.net] (archived).
 
* A nice, down-to-earth review is at [http://kenrockwell.com/nikon/d70.htm kenrockwell]
 
* A nice, down-to-earth review is at [http://kenrockwell.com/nikon/d70.htm kenrockwell]
* A huge list of reviews and sample photos is at [http://www.noendpress.com/pvachier/cameras/nikon_D70.php NoEnd Press]
 
  
 
== Issues ==
 
== Issues ==
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* [http://www.dpreview.com/news/0501/05011101d70_fwb103.asp Firmware B Update v1.03] The upgrade addresses the problem of image editing programs with color management functions recognizing JPEGs as having the Adobe RGB color space.
 
* [http://www.dpreview.com/news/0501/05011101d70_fwb103.asp Firmware B Update v1.03] The upgrade addresses the problem of image editing programs with color management functions recognizing JPEGs as having the Adobe RGB color space.
 
* [http://www.dpreview.com/news/0504/05042002nikon70firmware.asp D70 firmware adds D70s Features] New firmware update further enhances the functionality of 2004's Digital SLR Camera of the Year
 
* [http://www.dpreview.com/news/0504/05042002nikon70firmware.asp D70 firmware adds D70s Features] New firmware update further enhances the functionality of 2004's Digital SLR Camera of the Year
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==Specifications ==
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*'''Type''' [[DSLR|Digital SLR]]
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*'''Effective [[Pixel]]s:''' 6.1 million
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*'''Image Sensor:''' [[RGB]] [[CCD]], 23.7 x 15.6 mm
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*'''Image Size ([[pixel]]s):''' 3008 x 2000 [L], 2240 x 1448 [M], 1504 x 1000 [S]
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*'''[[Film speed#Speed_in_Digital_Cameras|Sensitivity]]:''' 200 to 1600 (ISO equivalent) in steps of 1/3 EV
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*'''Storage Media:''' [[CompactFlash]] (CF) Card (Type I and II ) and [[Microdrive]]
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*'''Storage System: '''
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# Compressed NEF (RAW): 12-bit lossless compression
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# [[JPEG]]: JPEG baseline-compliant
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*'''White Balance(WB):'''
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# Auto ([[TTL]] White Balance with 1,005 pixels RGB sensor)
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# Six manual modes with fine-tuning
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# Preset White Balance
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# White Balance bracketing
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*'''[[LCD]] Monitor:''' 1.8-in., 130,000 -dot, low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with brightness adjustment
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*'''Interface:''' USB Mass Storage and PTP selectable
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*'''Compatible Lenses:'''
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# DX Nikkor: All functions supported
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# Type G- or D-AF Nikkor: All functions supported;
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# Micro Nikkor 85mm F2.8D: All functions supported except some exposure modes;
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# Other AF Nikkor (excluding lenses for F3AF): All functions supported except 3D Color Matrix Metering, i-TTL balanced Fill-Flash for digital SLR
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# AI-P Nikkor: All functions supported except 3D Color Matrix Metering, i-[[TTL]] balanced Fill-Flash for digital SLR and autofocus
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# Non-CPU: Can be used in exposure mode M, but [[light meter|exposure meter]] does not function; electronic range finder can be used if maximum aperture is f/5.6 or faster.
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# IX Nikkor Lenses cannot be used.
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*'''Picture Angle:''' Equivalent in 35 mm format is approx. 1.5x lens focal length
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*'''Viewfinder:''' Fixed eyelevel penta-Dach-mirror type; built-in [[diopter]] adjustment (-1.6 to +0.5 m -1)
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*'''Focusing Screen:''' B-type BriteView clear matte screen II with superimposed focus brackets and On-Demand grid lines
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*'''Viewfinder Frame Coverage:''' Approx. 95%
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*'''Viewfinder Magnification:''' Approx. 0.75x with 50 mm lens at infinity; -1.0 m-1
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*'''Viewfinder Information:''' Focus indications, Metering system, AE/FV lock indicator, Shutter speed, Aperture value, Exposure/Exposure compensation indicator,Exposure mode, Flash output level compensation, Exposure compensation, Number of remaining exposures
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*'''Autofocus:''' TTL phase detection by Nikon Multi-CAM900 autofocus module with AF-assist illuminator (approx. 0.5 m to 3.0 m) Detection range: [[EV]] -1 to +19 (ISO 100 equivalent, at normal temperature: 20°C/68°F)
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*'''Lens Servo:'''
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# Autofocus (AF): single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous servo AF AF-C); predictive focus tracking automatically activated according to subject status
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# Manual focus (M)
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*'''Focus Area: ''' Can be selected from 5 focus areas
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*'''AF Area Mode:''' Single Area AF, Dynamic Area AF, Closest Subject Priority Dynamic Area AF
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*'''Focus Lock''' Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L button
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*'''Exposure Metering:''' [[TTL]] full-aperture exposure metering system
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# 3D color matrix metering with 1,005-pixel RGB sensor
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# Center-weighted: Weight of 75% (8mm dia. circle) given to 6, 8, 10, or 13 mm dia. circle in center of frame, or weighting based on average of entire frame
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# Spot: Meters 2.3 mm dia. circle (about 1% of frame) centered on active focus area
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*'''Exposure Modes: ''' Digital Vari-Program ( Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Close up, Sports, Night landscape, Night portrait),programmed auto [P] with flexible program; [[shutter priority]] auto [S]; [[aperture priority]] auto [A]; manual [M]
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*'''Shooting Modes:'''
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# Single frame shooting mode
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# Continuous shooting mode: approx. 3 frames per second
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# [[Self-timer]]/remote control mode
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*'''Shutter:''' Combined mechanical and [[CCD]] electronic shutter, 30 to 1/8000 s in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV, bulb
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*'''Sync Contact:''' X-contact only; [[flash sync]]hronization at up to 1/500 second
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*'''Flash Control:'''
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# TTL: TTL flash control by 1,005 pixel RGB sensor 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 balanced Fill-Flash or standard i-TTL flash (spot metering)
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# Auto aperture: Available with SB-800 and 600 with CPU lens
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# Non-TTL Auto: Available with Speedlights such as SB-800, 80DX, 28DX, 28, 27, and 22s
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# Range-priority manual available with SB-800 and 600
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*'''Flash Sync Mode:'''
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# [[Flash_sync#Shutter_Curtain|Front-Curtain Sync]] (normal sync),
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# [[Red eye|Red-Eye Reduction]],
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# Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync,
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# Slow Sync,
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# [[Flash_sync#Rear_Curtain_Sync|Rear-Curtain Sync]]
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*'''Built-in Speedlight:''' auto flash with auto pop-up[P], [S], [A], [M]: manual pop-up with button release [[Guide number]](ISO 200/ISO 100, m): approx. 15/11 (manual full 17/12)
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*'''Flash Compensation:''' -3 to +1 [[EV]] in increments of 1/3 or 1/2EV
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*'''Accessory Shoe:''' Standard ISO [[hot shoe]] contact with safety lock provided
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*'''Power Source:''' One rechargeable Nikon Li-ion Battery EN-EL3;Three CR2 lithium batteries (with supplied CR2 Battery  Holder MS-D70) AC Adapter EH-5 (optional)
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*'''Tripod Socket''' 1/4 inch (ISO1222)
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*'''Dimensions(W x H x D)''': Approx. 5.5 x 4.4 x 3.1 inches
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*'''Weight:''' Approx. 21 oz body only
  
 
==Tips & Tricks==
 
==Tips & Tricks==
* There's a great explanation of custom curves, and some to download, over at [http://fotogenetic.dearingfilm.com/custom_tone_curves.html Fotogenic].
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* There's a great explanation of custom curves, and some to download, over at [https://web.archive.org/web/20150126182854/http://fotogenetic.dearingfilm.com/custom_tone_curves.html Fotogenic] (archived).
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* Great camera to use for high-speed syncing of flashes.  Due to it's "electronic shutter" on the CCD sensor, this camera can be used at shutter speeds up to and slightly beyond 1/1000th if the flashes durations are fast enough.
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==Links==
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*[https://www.manualslib.com/products/Nikon-D70-D70-Digital-Camera-3001713.html Nikon D70 user manual] at [https://www.manualslib.com/ Manualslib]
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{{Camera Grand Prix}}
  
== Photobloggers Using the D70 ==
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[[Category: Japanese digital SLR]]
* [http://therohan.com therohan photos]
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[[Category: Nikon|D70]]
* [http://roadtonowhere.my-expressions.com/ roadtonowhere photoblog (photos)]
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[[Category: N]]
* [http://www.hayath.com/pointandshoot/ Point and Shoot] [http://photoblogs.org/profile/homepages.iitb.ac.in/ (profile)]
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[[Category: D|D70 Nikon]]
* [http://camereye.com/ Camereye] [http://www.photoblogs.org/profile/leschamb.com/ (profile)]
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[[Category: EISA]]
* [http://blog.benel.net/ daily glimpse] [http://photoblogs.org/profile/blog.benel.net/ (profile)]
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[[Category:TIPA]]
* [http://digitalslr.blogspot.com/ Digtial SLR Blog] [http://digitalslr.blogspot.com/ (profile)]
 
* [http://www.dyroxy.com/ Dyroxy.com] [http://www.photoblogs.org/profile/dyroxy.com/ (profile)]
 
* [http://www.ferociouscheese.com FerociousCheese.com] [http://www.photoblogs.org/profile/ferociouscheese.com/ (profile)]
 
* [http://www.hypostyle.net hypostyle.net] [http://www.photoblogs.org/profile/hypostyle.net/ (profile)]
 
* [http://www.julioalejandro.blogspot.com Julioale Jandro][http://www.photoblogs.org/profile/julioalejandro.blogspot.com/  (profile)]
 
* [http://www.outtospace.com/ Out to Space] [http://www.photoblogs.org/profile/outtospace.com/ (profile)]
 
* [http://www.rainlab.net/ Rainlab.net] [http://www.photoblogs.org/profile/photo.rainlab.net/ (profile)]
 
* [http://www.kinosonik.com/photoblog RSendra] [http://photoblogs.org/profile/kinosonik.com/ (profile)]
 
* [http://www.slower.net Slower.net] [http://www.photoblogs.org/profile/slower.net/ (profile)]
 
* [http://www.smudo.org Smudo.org] [http://www.photoblogs.org/profile/smudo.org/ (profile)]
 
* [http://www.spaet.net spaet.net] [http://www.photoblogs.org/profile/spaet.net/ (profile)]
 
* [http://www.spinetrak.net/blog spinetrak] [http://www.photoblogs.org/profile/spinetrak.net/ (profile)]
 
* [http://www.thisisdiopter.org this is diopter] [http://www.photoblogs.org/profile/thisisdiopter.org/ (profile)]
 
* [http://www.terreorange.com terreorange] [http://www.photoblogs.org/profile/terreorange.com/ (profile)]
 
* [http://www.flickr.com/photos/lindatsecorreia/ Tse Photo Gallery  (photos)]
 
* [http://www.la-grange.net/ Grange Weblog  (photos)]
 
* [http://jace.seacrow.com/ Kiran Jonnalagadda (photos)]
 
* [http://www.pixelopera.com/ pixelopera.com (photos)]
 
* [http://view.downshiftr.org/ the VIEW - Mikhail (photos)]
 
* [http://shatteredabstracts.com.ru Shattered Abstracts] [http://photoblogs.org/profile/shatteredabstracts.com.ru/ (profile)]
 
* [http://www.objective-view.de/ objective-view.de (photos)]
 
* [http://www.bildbevis.se/ bildbevis.se] [http://www.photoblogs.org/profile/bildbevis.se/ (profile)]
 
* [http://oldsigns.blogspot.com/ Old Signs from Around the USA (photos)]
 
* [http://aloisance.free.fr/ Images d'ici et d'ailleurs (photos)]
 
* [http://jacquesbron.com/photoblog/ jacquesbron.com (photos)]
 
[http://www.photoblogs.org/profile/jacquesbron.com/ (profile)]
 
* [http://pixelpost.solklart.net/ Today's Pixels (Sweden) (photos)]
 
* [http://pvvpics.blogspot.com/ Paul Vincent (photos)]
 
{{nikon}}
 

Latest revision as of 07:29, 15 December 2021

Reviews

Issues

  • Firmware B Update v1.03 The upgrade addresses the problem of image editing programs with color management functions recognizing JPEGs as having the Adobe RGB color space.
  • D70 firmware adds D70s Features New firmware update further enhances the functionality of 2004's Digital SLR Camera of the Year

Specifications

  • Image Sensor: RGB CCD, 23.7 x 15.6 mm
  • Image Size (pixels): 3008 x 2000 [L], 2240 x 1448 [M], 1504 x 1000 [S]
  • Sensitivity: 200 to 1600 (ISO equivalent) in steps of 1/3 EV
  • Storage System:
  1. Compressed NEF (RAW): 12-bit lossless compression
  2. JPEG: JPEG baseline-compliant
  • White Balance(WB):
  1. Auto (TTL White Balance with 1,005 pixels RGB sensor)
  2. Six manual modes with fine-tuning
  3. Preset White Balance
  4. White Balance bracketing
  • LCD Monitor: 1.8-in., 130,000 -dot, low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with brightness adjustment
  • Interface: USB Mass Storage and PTP selectable
  • Compatible Lenses:
  1. DX Nikkor: All functions supported
  2. Type G- or D-AF Nikkor: All functions supported;
  3. Micro Nikkor 85mm F2.8D: All functions supported except some exposure modes;
  4. Other AF Nikkor (excluding lenses for F3AF): All functions supported except 3D Color Matrix Metering, i-TTL balanced Fill-Flash for digital SLR
  5. AI-P Nikkor: All functions supported except 3D Color Matrix Metering, i-TTL balanced Fill-Flash for digital SLR and autofocus
  6. Non-CPU: Can be used in exposure mode M, but exposure meter does not function; electronic range finder can be used if maximum aperture is f/5.6 or faster.
  7. IX Nikkor Lenses cannot be used.
  • Picture Angle: Equivalent in 35 mm format is approx. 1.5x lens focal length
  • Viewfinder: Fixed eyelevel penta-Dach-mirror type; built-in diopter adjustment (-1.6 to +0.5 m -1)
  • Focusing Screen: B-type BriteView clear matte screen II with superimposed focus brackets and On-Demand grid lines
  • Viewfinder Frame Coverage: Approx. 95%
  • Viewfinder Magnification: Approx. 0.75x with 50 mm lens at infinity; -1.0 m-1
  • Viewfinder Information: Focus indications, Metering system, AE/FV lock indicator, Shutter speed, Aperture value, Exposure/Exposure compensation indicator,Exposure mode, Flash output level compensation, Exposure compensation, Number of remaining exposures
  • Autofocus: TTL phase detection by Nikon Multi-CAM900 autofocus module with AF-assist illuminator (approx. 0.5 m to 3.0 m) Detection range: EV -1 to +19 (ISO 100 equivalent, at normal temperature: 20°C/68°F)
  • Lens Servo:
  1. Autofocus (AF): single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous servo AF AF-C); predictive focus tracking automatically activated according to subject status
  2. Manual focus (M)
  • Focus Area: Can be selected from 5 focus areas
  • AF Area Mode: Single Area AF, Dynamic Area AF, Closest Subject Priority Dynamic Area AF
  • Focus Lock Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L button
  • Exposure Metering: TTL full-aperture exposure metering system
  1. 3D color matrix metering with 1,005-pixel RGB sensor
  2. Center-weighted: Weight of 75% (8mm dia. circle) given to 6, 8, 10, or 13 mm dia. circle in center of frame, or weighting based on average of entire frame
  3. Spot: Meters 2.3 mm dia. circle (about 1% of frame) centered on active focus area
  • Exposure Modes: Digital Vari-Program ( Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Close up, Sports, Night landscape, Night portrait),programmed auto [P] with flexible program; shutter priority auto [S]; aperture priority auto [A]; manual [M]
  • Shooting Modes:
  1. Single frame shooting mode
  2. Continuous shooting mode: approx. 3 frames per second
  3. Self-timer/remote control mode
  • Shutter: Combined mechanical and CCD electronic shutter, 30 to 1/8000 s in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV, bulb
  • Flash Control:
  1. TTL: TTL flash control by 1,005 pixel RGB sensor 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 balanced Fill-Flash or standard i-TTL flash (spot metering)
  2. Auto aperture: Available with SB-800 and 600 with CPU lens
  3. Non-TTL Auto: Available with Speedlights such as SB-800, 80DX, 28DX, 28, 27, and 22s
  4. Range-priority manual available with SB-800 and 600
  • 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: auto flash with auto pop-up[P], [S], [A], [M]: manual pop-up with button release Guide number(ISO 200/ISO 100, m): approx. 15/11 (manual full 17/12)
  • Flash Compensation: -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2EV
  • Accessory Shoe: Standard ISO hot shoe contact with safety lock provided
  • Power Source: One rechargeable Nikon Li-ion Battery EN-EL3;Three CR2 lithium batteries (with supplied CR2 Battery Holder MS-D70) AC Adapter EH-5 (optional)
  • Tripod Socket 1/4 inch (ISO1222)
  • Dimensions(W x H x D): Approx. 5.5 x 4.4 x 3.1 inches
  • Weight: Approx. 21 oz body only

Tips & Tricks

  • There's a great explanation of custom curves, and some to download, over at Fotogenic (archived).
  • Great camera to use for high-speed syncing of flashes. Due to it's "electronic shutter" on the CCD sensor, this camera can be used at shutter speeds up to and slightly beyond 1/1000th if the flashes durations are fast enough.

Links

Japan Camera Grand Prix
Camera of the year

1984: Nikon FA | 1985: Minolta α-7000 | 1986: Canon T90 | 1987: Canon EOS 650 | 1988: Kyocera Samurai | 1989: Nikon F4 | 1990: Canon EOS 10 | 1991: Contax RTS III | 1992: Pentax Z-1 | 1993: Canon EOS 5 | 1994: Minolta α-707si | 1995: Contax G1 | 1996: Minolta TC-1 | 1997: Nikon F5 | 1998: Pentax 645N | 1999: Minolta α-9 | 2000: Canon EOS-1V | 2001: Minolta α-7 | 2002: Canon EOS-1D | 2003: Canon EOS-1Ds | 2004: Nikon D70 | 2005: Konica Minolta α-7 Digital | 2006: Nikon D200 | 2007: Pentax K10D | 2008: Nikon D3 | 2009: Canon EOS 5D Mark II | 2010: Olympus Pen E-P1 | 2011: Pentax 645D | 2012: Nikon D800 | 2013: Sony DSC-RX1 | 2014: Nikon Df | 2015: Canon EOS 7D Mark II | 2016: Sony α7R II | 2017: Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II | 2018: Sony α9 | 2019: Lumix S1R | 2020: Sony α7R IV | 2021: Sony α1 | 2022: Nikon Z9 | 2023: Sony α7R V

Special Prize
1990: Konica Kanpai | 1991: Fuji Cardia Travel Mini Dual-P | 1992: Konica Hexar | 1993: Nikonos RS | Sigma SA300 | 1994: Olympus µ[mju:] Zoom Panorama | 1995: Ricoh R1 | 1996: Fujifilm GA645 | 1997: Canon IXY | Contax AX | 1998: Olympus C1400L | 1999: Nikon Coolpix 950 | Tamron AF28-300mm F3.5-6.3 LD Aspherical IF MACRO lens | 2000: Nikon D1 | Konica Hexar RF | 2001: Bronica RF645 | Fujichrome 100F/400F film | 2002: Minolta DiMAGE X | Nikon FM3A | 2003: Fujifilm GX645AF | Hasselblad H1 | 2004: Canon EOS Kiss Digital | Sigma 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 EX DG Aspherical HSM lens | 2005: Nikon F6 | Epson R-D1 | 2006: Ricoh GR Digital | Zeiss Ikon | 2007: Sony α100 | Adobe Lightroom software | 2008: Sigma DP1 | Fujichrome Velvia 50 film | 2009: Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 | Casio EXILIM EX-FC100 | 2010: Sony Exmor R sensor | Canon EF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS USM lens | 2011: Fujifilm X100 | Epson MAXART PX-5V (R3000) printer |

Editor
2012: Sony NEX 7 | 2013: Canon EOS 6D | Sigma DP1 / DP2 / DP3 Merrill 2014: Olympus OM-D EM-1 | Canon EOS 70D | Ricoh Theta