Nikon D2Xs
Nikon's flagship dSLR ranks among the best 35mm-format cameras currently made, but some pros may take umbrage with its less-than-full-frame sensor.
Reviews
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CNET Review
The Good: Top-notch image quality; professional body; very low noise even at high ISOs.
The Bad: Expensive; large and heavy; no full-frame sensor.
The Bottom Line: Nikon's flagship dSLR ranks among the best 35mm-format cameras currently made, but some pros may take umbrage with its less-than-full-frame sensor.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 225 reviews of Nikon D2Xs from international magazines and websites.
The Verdict: Experts rate this product 90/100 and users 91/100. Comparing these reviews to 126138 other Digital SLR Cameras reviews gives this product an overall alaScore 51/100 = Fair.
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photocrati.com
Review Summary: While it represents only a relatively minor upgrade relative to the original D2X, the Nikon D2Xs remains an exceptionally strong competitor in the professional SLR market…The D2Xs is really just a running upgrade of the original D2X, adding a few...
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popphoto.com
Review Summary: The philosophy around Nikon these days seems to be verging on "Too much ain't enough!" The latest example is the D2xs ($4,699 estimated street, body only), the upgraded replacement for the already tough-enough 12.4MP D2x
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3luxe.com
Review Summary: "I've got a Nikon camera, I love to take a photograph???" so sang Paul Simon in his ode to photography, "Kodachrome." For many, the Nikon name is synonymous with photography. That's in part because, as they claim, more professional photographers user...
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asia.cnet.com
Review Summary: This Nikon D2X upgrade adds some great features, but are these improvements enough to keep it ahead of the pack? Here's what we think.
The Verdict: Nikon's flagship dSLR ranks among the best 35mm-format cameras currently made, but some pros may take umbrage with its less-than-full-frame sensor.
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photoaxe.com
Review Summary: D2Xs is an upgrade of the original D2X - Single-lens reflex digital camera with interchangeable lenses. The main improvements are: Save and Load Settings, 170 degree wide-angle viewing of the LCD, Focus Tracking Lock On options, Black and White mode,...
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imaging-resource.com
The Verdict: As with the original D2X, the Nikon D2xs is a professional digital SLR that features a 12.4 megapixel CMOS sensor, and offers five frames per second shooting plus the ability to shoot even faster - up to eight frames per second - by switching to a...
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photographybay.com
Review Summary: For the working professional who can use its many attributes and who is tapped into the Nikon system of lenses and accessories it is state of the art, and should remain so for some time to come.
The Verdict: If you earn your living with your camera you’ll want one of these. If you want a camera to take with you for fun, relaxation and vacation this isn’t it: it's a huge, hulking beast of a pro camera.
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digitalartsonline.co.uk
Review Summary: Nikon's D2Xs is the successor to the company's top-flight 12.4-megapixel D2X professional digital SLR. The new model features a new 2.5-inch screen, along with an improved viewfinder, enhanced metering accuracy, longer battery life and a raft of...
The Verdict: At close to £3,000 plus VAT, the D2Xs compares favourably on price to rivals. Although there's not enough here to warrant switching brands, or to trade up from its predecessor, the D2Xs is a stunning performer
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shutterbug.com
Review Summary: Having a 105mm Macro lens on the camera always tempts me to do florals, and this time was no exception.
Price Range: $0.00 - $0.00
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General
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Product TypeDigital camera - SLR
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Enclosure ColorBlack
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Resolution12.4 megapixels
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Optical Sensor TypeCMOS
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Total Pixels12,840,000 pixels
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Effective Sensor Resolution12,400,000 pixels
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Optical Sensor Size15.7 x 23.7mm
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Field of View Crop Factor1.5
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Auto FocusTTL phase detection
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Auto Focus Points (Zones) Qty11
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Image Recording FormatJPEG, NEF (RAW), RAW + JPEG
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AV InterfacesComposite video
Exposure & White Balance
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Light SensitivityISO 100-800
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Exposure Metering3D color matrix II, Spot AF area, Center-weighted, Spot
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Exposure ModesI-TTL program flash, Bulb, Automatic, Shutter-priority, Manual, Aperture-priority
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Special EffectsBlack & White
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White BalanceAutomatic, Presets, Custom
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Max Shutter Speed1/8000 sec
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Min Shutter Speed30 sec
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Exposure Compensation±5 EV range, in 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps
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Auto Exposure Bracketing9 steps in 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps
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White Balance BracketingYes
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X-sync Speed1/250 sec
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Exposure RangeEV 0-20 ( ISO 100 )
Lens System
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TypeNikon Autofocus
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Focus AdjustmentAutomatic
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Zoom AdjustmentAutomatic, Manual
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Lens System MountingNikon F
Camera Flash
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Camera FlashNone
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Flash ModesRed-eye reduction
Additional Features
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Continuous Shooting Speed5 frames per second, 8 frames per second
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Flash TerminalPC terminal, Hot shoe
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Status LCD Display IlluminationYes
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Additional FeaturesDisplay brightness control, AF lock, DPOF support, High speed cropped function, GPS ready, Audio recording, FE lock, Built-in speaker, Depth-of-field preview button, Text input to Exif header, AE lock, Auto power save, Digital noise reduction, Histogram display, PictBridge support, USB 2.0 compatibility, Direct print
Display
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Type2.5 in LCD display
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Resolution230,000 pixels
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Display FeaturesBuilt-in
Connections
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Connector Type1 x Composite video/audio output, 1 x USB
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Memory Card SlotCompactFlash Card
Viewfinder
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Viewfinder TypeOptical - Fixed eye-level pentaprism
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Viewfinder Color SupportColor
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Field Coverage100%
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Magnification0.86x
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Dioptric Correction Range-3 to +1
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Viewfinder FramesAutofocus frame
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FeaturesBuilt-in eyepiece shutter
System Requirements for PC Connection
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Peripheral DevicesUSB port, CD-ROM drive
Miscellaneous
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Included AccessoriesLCD display cover, Battery charger, Body cap, Neck strap, USB cable, Audio / video cable
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Body MaterialMagnesium alloy
Software
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SoftwareDrivers & Utilities, Nikon PictureProject
Battery
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Supported BatteryNikon EN-EL4a
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Supported Battery1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
Memory / Storage
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Supported Memory CardsCompactFlash, Microdrive
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Image StorageJPEG, RAW 4288 x 2848, TIFF 3216 x 2136, 2144 x 1424, 2400 x 1600, 1600 x 1064
Dimensions & Weight
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Width6.2 in
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Depth3.4 in
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Height5.9 in
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Weight2.4 lbs
CNET Labs' Benchmarks
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Labs informationAll values are expressed in seconds. Please visit our <ref type="link" url="http://reviews.cnet.com/Labs/4520-6603 7-1014358-1.html">labs information page</ref> for information on how digital cameras are tested.
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CNET Labs Raw shot to shot time0.7
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CNET Labs Shot to shot time typical0.6
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CNET Labs Shutter lag bright0.4
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CNET Labs Shutter lag dim1.1
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CNET Labs Typical burst speed3.0
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CNET Labs Wake up time0.2
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