Nikon has announced the release of its new mid-range SLR camera, D7100. The camera sports a new 24.1MP DX-format CMOS sensor that works without the OLPF a 51-point AF system, a new 3.2" 1,229K dot LCD monitor, EXPEED 3 image processing engine, continuous shooting mode up to 8 fps, full 1080p HD video recording capabilities, Creative Effects and 1.3x Cropped modes and wireless connectivity. The camera is intended for experienced photographers and will be available in March for a body-only price of $1,199.95.
Accessories available for Nikon D7100 on BestBatt.com:
1. EN-EL15 Battery;
2. MH-25 Battery Charger;
3. EH-5B AC Power Adapter;
4. EP-5B Power Connector;
5. EH-5B plus EP-5B kit
Specifications
Type
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Single-lens reflex digital camera
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Lens mount
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Nikon F bayonet mount
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Picture Angle
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Nikon DX format
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Effective pixels
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Effective pixels
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24.1 million
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Image sensor
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Image Sensor Format
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DX
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Image sensor
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CMOS
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Total pixels
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24.71 million
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Dust-reduction system
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Image sensor cleaning
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Dust-Off Reference Photo
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Yes
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Storage
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Image size (pixels)
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DX-format
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File format
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Picture Control System
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Landscape
Monochrome Neutral Portrait Standard User-customizable Settings Vivid |
Storage Media
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SD (Secure Digital) SDHC and SDXC memory cards
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Card Slot
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2 SD (Secure Digital)
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File system
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Compliant with DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) EXIF 2.3 (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras) PictBridge |
Viewfinder
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Viewfinder
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Eye-level pentamirror single-lens reflex viewfinder
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Frame coverage
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100% horizontal and 100% vertical approx.
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Magnification
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Approx. 0.94x
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Eyepoint
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19.5 mm (-1.0 m-1)
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Diopter adjustment
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-2.0 to +1.0 m-1
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Focusing screen
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Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark II screen
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Reflex mirror
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Quick return
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Lens aperture
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Instant return
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Depth-of-field Control
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Yes
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Lens
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Compatible lenses
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AF NIKKOR, including type G and D lenses (some restrictions apply to PC Micro-NIKKOR lenses and DX lenses.
AI-P NIKKOR lenses, and non-CPU AI lenses (exposure modes A and M only) Electronic rangefinder can be used with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster (the electronic rangefinder supports the center 1 focus point with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/8 or faster). IX NIKKOR lenses, lenses for the F3AF, and non-AI lenses cannot be used. |
Shutter
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Type
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Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter
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Speed
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1/8000 to 30 sec. in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV
Bulb; 1/800 sec. max; 30 sec. min |
Flash sync speed
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X=1/250 s; synchronizes with shutter at 1/320 s or slower
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Bulb Shutter Speed
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Yes
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Release modes
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Continuous low-speed [CL] mode; 1-6 frames per second
Continuous high-speed [CH] mode; 6 frames per second Interval timer photography supported Mirror-up [Mup] mode Quiet Shutter Release Self-timer mode Single-frame [S] mode |
Continuous Shooting Options
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DX-format
CH: Up to 6 frames per second CL: Up to 1-6 frames per second 1.3X Crop Mode CH: Up to 7 frames per second CL: Up to 1-6 frames per second |
Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution
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6 frames per second
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Self-timer
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2, 5, 10, 20 sec.; 1 to 9 exposures Timer duration electronically controlled
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Metering mode
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TTL exposure metering using 2016-pixel RGB sensor
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Metering method
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Range
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Exposure meter coupling
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CPU
A1 |
Exposure modes
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Aperture-Priority (A)
Manual (M) Programmed auto with flexible program (P) Shutter-Priority Auto (S) |
Scene modes
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Autumn Colors
Beach / Snow Blossom Candlelight Child Close-up Dusk / Dawn Food Landscape Night Landscape Night Portrait Party / Indoor Pet Portrait Portrait Sports Sunset |
Exposure compensation
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Can be adjusted by -5 to +5 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV
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Exposure bracketing
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2 to 5 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 1, 2, or 3 EV
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Exposure lock
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Yes
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Mirror lock up
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Yes
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ISO sensitivity
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ISO 100 - 6400
Hi-1 (ISO 12,800) Hi-2 (ISO 25,600) |
Long Exposure Noise Reduction
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Yes
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High ISO Noise Reduction
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Low,
Normal,
High, and
Off
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Active D-Lighting
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Auto, extra high, high, normal, low, off
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D-Lighting Bracketing
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2-3 frames
2 frames using selected value for one frame or 3 frames using preset values for all frames |
Focus
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Autofocus
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Nikon Multi-CAM 3500DX autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection
Number of AF points: 9, 21, 51 and 51 (3D-tracking) |
Detection range
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-2 to 19 EV (ISO 100, 68°F/20°C)
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Lens servo
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Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); Continuous-servo AF (AF-C); auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A); predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status
Manual focus (MF): Electronic rangefinder can be used |
Focus point
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Can be selected from 51 or 11 focus points
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AF-area modes
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9, 21 or 51 point Dynamic-area AF
Auto-area AF Single-point AF 3D-tracking (51 points) |
Focus lock
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Focus can be locked by pressing AE-L/AF-L button
Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) |
Focus Modes
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Auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A)
Continuous-servo (AF-C) Face-Priority AF available in Live View only and D-Movie only Full-time Servo (AF-A) available in Live View only Manual (M) with electronic rangefinder Normal area Single-servo AF (AF-S) Wide area |
Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points
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51
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Autofocus Fine Tune
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Yes
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Autofocus Sensitivity
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-2 to +19 EV (ISO 100, 20°C/68°F)
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Flash
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Built-in flash
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Yes
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Flash Distance
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Approx. 12/39, 12/39 with manual flash (m/ft, ISO 100, 20°C/68°F)
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Flash Bracketing
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2 to 3 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, 1 or 2 EV
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X-Sync Speed
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1/250
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Top FP High Speed Sync
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Up to 1/8000
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Flash control
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TTL: i-TTL flash control using 2,016-pixel RGB sensor is available with built-in flash and SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, or SB-400; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix and center-weighted metering, standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR with spot metering
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Flash Sync Modes
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Auto
Auto FP High-Speed Sync supported Auto with red-eye reduction Auto slow sync Auto slow sync with red-eye reduction Fill-flash Front-curtain sync (normal) Rear-curtain sync Red-Eye reduction Red-Eye reduction with slow sync Slow sync |
Flash compensation
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-3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV
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Flash-ready indicator
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Lights when built-in flash or optional flash unit is fully charged; flashes after flash is fired at full output
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Accessory shoe
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Yes
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Nikon Creative Lighting
System (CLS) |
Advanced Wireless Lighting supported with SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, or SB-700 as a master flash and SB-600 or SB-R200 as remotes, or SU-800 as commander
Built-in flash can serve as master flash in commander mode Auto FP High-Speed Sync and modeling illumination supported with all CLS-compatible flash units except SB-400; Flash Color Information Communication and FV lock supported with all CLS-compatible flash units |
Sync terminal
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AS-15 Sync Terminal Adapter (available separately)
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White balance
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White balance
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Auto
Choose color temperature (2500K–10000K) Cloudy Direct Sunlight Flash Fluorescent (7 types) Incandescent Preset Manual Shade |
White balance bracketing
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3 shots in steps of 1
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Live View
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Live View Shooting
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Photography Live View Mode
Movie Live View Mode |
Lens servo
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AF-area modes
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Face-priority AF, wide-area AF, normal-area AF, subject-tracking AF
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Autofocus
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Contrast-detect AF anywhere in frame (camera selects focus point automatically when face-priority AF or subject-tracking AF is selected)
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Automatic scene selection
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Auto mode;
Auto (flash off) mode
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Movie
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Metering
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TTL exposure metering using main image sensor
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Movie Maximum recording time
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Matrix
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Movie
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HD 1,920x1,080 / 60i
HD 1,920x1,080 / 50i HD 1,920x1,080 / 30 fps HD 1,920x1,080 / 25 fps HD 1,920x1,080 / 24 fps HD 1,280x720 / 60 fps HD 1,280x720 / 50 fps |
File format
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MOV
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Video compression
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H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding
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Movie Audio recording format
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Linear PCM
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Audio recording device
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Built-in microphone, stereo
External stereo microphone (optional) Microphone sensitivity can be adjusted |
Maximum length
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20 minutes at highest quality;
29 minutes 59 seconds at normal quality
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ISO sensitivity
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ISO 200 to 6400; can also be set to approx. 0.3, 0.7, 1, or 2 EV (ISO 25600 equivalent) above ISO 6400
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Monitor
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Monitor
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3.2 in. diagonal;
resolution: 1,228,800 Dots; Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD 170-degree wide-viewing angle Brightness, 3 levels Brightness control using ambient brightness sensor Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator |
Playback Functions
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Auto Image Rotation
Full-Frame and Thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images or calendar) Highlights Histogram Display Image Comment Movie Playback Movie Slideshow Playback with Zoom Slideshow |
In-Camera Image Editing
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Color Balance
Color Outline Color Sketch D-Lighting Edit Movie Filter Effects Fisheye Image Overlay Miniature Effect Monochrome NEF (RAW) Processing Perspective Control Quick Retouch Red-Eye Correction Resize Selective Color Side-by-Side Comparison Straighten Trim Image Comment |
Interface
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Interface
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Accessory Terminal: Remote Cord: MC-DC2 (available separately); GPS unit: GP-1 (available separately)
HDMI output: Type C mini-pin HDMI connector Hi-speed USB Stereo Microphone Input WR-1 and WR-R10 wireless remote controller (available separately) |
Wi-Fi Functionality
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Eye-Fi Compatible
WU-1a Wireless Mobile Adapter UT-1 Communication Unit + WT-5A Wireless Transmitter |
GPS
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GP-1 GPS unit
GP-1A GPS unit |
Save/Load Camera Settings
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Yes
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Total custom settings
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50
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My Menu
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Yes with customization
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Recent Settings
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Yes
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Supported languages
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Supported languages
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Arabic, Bengali, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Persian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Tamil, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese
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Power source
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Battery
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One EN-EL15 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery; 950 shots (CIPA);
MH-25 quick charger |
AC adapter
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EH-5b AC Adapter; requires EP-5B Power Connector (available separately)
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Tripod socket
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Tripod socket
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1/4 in.
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Dimensions / weight
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Dimensions
(W x H x D) |
Approx. 135.5 x 106.5 x 76 mm/5.3 x 4.2 x 3.0 in.
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Weight
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Approx. 675 g/23.8 oz camera body only
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Operating environment
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Temperature
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0 to 40°C/32 to 104°F
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humidity
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85% or less (no condensation)
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Accessories
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Supplied accessories
(may differ by country or area) |
EN-EL15 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
MH-25 Quick Charger UC-E17 USB Cable AN-DC1 Strap DK-5 Eyepiece Cap DK-23 Rubber Eyecup BF-1B Body Cap BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cap NikonView NX2 CD ROM |
Press Release
February 20, 2013
Superior Clarity and Nimble Precision: The DX-Format Nikon D7100 Embraces The Advanced Enthusiast With Intuitive Engineering
Nikon’s DX-format Flagship Provides Agility, Amazing Image Quality and Wireless ConnectivityMELVILLE, N.Y. – Nikon Inc. today announced the D7100, the HD-SLR that ushers in a new era of DX-format image quality and functionality for the experienced shooter and photo enthusiast. The lightweight Nikon D7100 has an impressive array of intuitive features and controls bolstered by rapid performance and a robust feature set that includes a new 24.1-megapixel CMOS sensor, Nikon’s 51-point AF system and wireless connectivity.
“Solidifying Nikon’s ongoing commitment to the DX-format D-SLR customer, the innovative D7100 provides new ways for photographers to capture their creative vision with incredible detail and precision, whether through still images or HD videos,” said Bo Kajiwara, Vice President of Marketing, Planning and Customer Experience, Nikon Inc. “The D7100 blends the best creative features with advanced-level functionality to give the enthusiast exactly what they want– and that’s a great shooting experience before, during and after capture, from shooting to sharing.”
Engineered for Exceptional Image Quality
At the core of the Nikon D7100 is a new 24.1-megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor, designed to render the truest, most detail-rich images possible and brilliant HD video. The innovative sensor design delivers the ultimate in image quality by defying convention; because of the high resolution and advanced technologies, the optical low pass filter (OLPF) is no longer used. Using NIKKOR lenses, the resulting images explode with more clarity and detail to take full advantage of the 24.1-megapixel resolution achieved with D7100’s DX-format CMOS sensor.
Driven by Nikon’s exclusive EXPEED 3 image processing engine, the D7100 realizes a focus on image quality that extends beyond staggering sharpness to outstanding images with a wide dynamic range in a variety of lighting conditions. A wide ISO range of 100-6400 (expandable to Hi-2 of 25,600) allows for more versatile shooting to capture challenging conditions such as nature at twilight or even sports under less-than-ideal lighting. Even at higher ISOs, noise is minimized for both still images as well as when recording HD video.
Performance and Features Geared for the Advanced User
The Nikon D7100 is designed for the experienced shooter ready to take their photography to the next level, who demands a camera that conveys reliability and performance, and who is eager to embrace the next photographic challenge. These features include:
New 51-Point AF System - The D7100 features Nikon’s professionally proven and lightning-fast 51-point AF system, with a new Multi-CAM 3500DX AF module. Additionally, the AF system and exposure are augmented with Nikon’s 3D Color Matrix Metering II 2,016-pixel RGB sensor and Scene Recognition System, which recognizes the scene prior to shooting in order to adjust AF, AE, AWB and other parameters. The results of this system are accurate and even exposures, sharp details and vivid color, frame after frame. For additional precision, 15 of the 51 AF points are cross-type, and the center point is functional at f/8, giving DX photographers an additional telephoto advantage when using a teleconverter.
Rapid Response and Operation - To help ensure the decisive shot is not missed, the D7100 can shoot at up to six frames-per-second (fps) at full resolution and up to seven fps when using the new 1.3x crop mode at slightly reduced resolution. Overall operation and image processing is swift, while startup and shutter lag is nearly imperceptible with a release time lag of 0.052 second (CIPA). Image data is also written to dual SD card slots, which accept the latest high-speed UHS-1 and SDXC cards.
1.3x Crop Mode - Sports photographers take note: Building upon the telephoto benefits of the DX-format, the D7100 has the unique ability to shoot in a 1.3x DX crop mode for both stills and HD video. While in this innovative mode, shooters will gain an extra telephoto boost (2X), and a boost in burst speed to seven fps, with 15.4- megapixel resolution. Additionally, while in this mode, the 51-point AF array covers more of the frame, allowing improved subject acquisition and tracking performance through the viewfinder.
New High Resolution LCD - The new, wide and bright LCD screen is 3.2-inches and features a super high resolution of 1,229K dots. Now photographers can easily compose and check critical focus for HD video.
New Viewfinder - Nikon has implemented a bright and high-contrast new OLED data display within the optical viewfinder that makes it easier to read and see shooting data. When composing through the viewfinder, users see 100% frame coverage, essential for proper framing.
Spot White Balance - A new feature for Nikon cameras, Spot White Balance allows for quick and precise white balance adjustment while shooting in live view. By selecting a desired point on the screen, users can set a custom white balance from a distance, even while using a super-telephoto lens. This is helpful for shooting video or when shooting under unfamiliar lighting when no gray card is available.
Durable Construction - Built to perform in a wide variety of conditions, the D7100 is built to the same moisture and dust resistance specifications of the venerable Nikon D300S. For durability, the top and rear covers are constructed of magnesium alloy, while internally, the shutter has been tested to withstand 150,000 cycles. Despite its robust construction, the camera remains lightweight, weighing in at approximately 1.5 pounds (body).
Enhanced Interface - To make it easier for users to quickly access frequently used functions, the “i” button has been added to the enthusiast-oriented control layout on the camera.
Sharing and Remote Shooting Simplified
Photographers know that moment when the shutter clicks and they have created something stunning which deserves to be shared. No matter where that moment occurs, whether in an urban landscape or isolated forest, they can now share their images wirelessly by an attached WU-1a Wireless Mobile Adapter.1 With this optional adapter the user has the ability to share images to a supported smartphone or tablet, shoot remotely from their device, and transfer photos from up to 49 feet away. The Nikon Wireless Mobile Utility application is available free of charge on Google Play™ for Android™ devices or from the App Store™. When using the application, photographers can wirelessly transfer images from the camera to a mobile device and even remotely control the camera.
Capture Exceptional HD Video
For those looking to create multimedia content, the Nikon D7100 has a wide variety of innovative features for capturing HD video at various frame rates. With a press of the dedicated video record button, video can be recorded at 1080/30p, or at 60i/50i (in 1.3x Crop Mode) for optimal playback on many HDTV’s when connected via HDMI. The D7100 also provides the ability to record stereo sound through the internal microphone, or attach an optional external microphone such as Nikon’s ME-1, through the dedicated microphone terminal. To reference audio, the camera also features a headphone terminal. Users can also get creative using Nikon’s Creative Effects in real time. This feature lets users take advantage of modes like Selective Color or Color Sketch to create truly customized movies.
Full Control, Creatively
In addition to full manual controls, the Nikon D7100 features a variety of intelligent modes to create effects and special features so that users can unleash their creativity. Nikon’s Picture Controls can be applied to photo and video to change the color, tone and saturation of an image for creative control. When capturing still images, the same Creative Effects modes and filters available in video are also at the disposal of the user. By combining consecutive frames, the D7100 also has a high dynamic range (HDR) function to let users capture photos with a vast tonal range.
NIKKOR, Speedlight and System Compatibility
For 80 years, the NIKKOR legacy has been providing world renowned optics for photographers. The D7100 is compatible with Nikon’s dedicated DX-format lenses and more than 50 FX-format lenses. NIKKOR lenses offer the ultimate in sharpness and clarity in photos and HD video. For added versatility, the camera features a built-in flash, or can act as a commander in Nikon’s popular Creative Lighting System (CLS).
WR-1 Transceiver
In addition to the D7100, Nikon also announced the WR-1 Transceiver for Nikon D-SLR cameras. This device uses the 2.4 GHz radio frequency for maximum range when communicating with the camera, extending the range and functionality2 for remote shooting applications. The communication range between WR-1 units is approximately 394 feet3, and 15 channels are available. Users also have the ability to remotely control a camera (with a WR-1 used as a receiver) attached by operation of another WR-1 (used as a transmitter), and also perform simultaneous or synchronized release of shutters on several cameras using the WR-14. Furthermore, there are a wide variety of options for remote shooting, which include dividing remote cameras into groups and controlling each group separately and interval timer photography. Remote shooting by combining the WR-1 with WR-R10/WRT10 wireless remotes is also possible5.
Price and Availability
The Nikon D7100 will be available starting in March 2013 for the suggested retail price (SRP) of $1599.95* with the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6 VR lens or $1199.95 for the body only configuration. Additionally, the new MB-D15 battery grip and the WR-1 transceiver will also be available in March 2013, and pricing for these products is not yet announced. The WU-1a Wireless Mobile Adapter is currently available and has a suggested retail price (SRP) of $59.95.
For more information on the new Nikon D7100 and other Nikon products, please visit www.nikonusa.com.
About Nikon
Nikon, At the Heart of the Image™. Nikon Inc. is the world leader in digital imaging, precision optics and photo imaging technology and is globally recognized for setting new standards in product design and performance for its award-winning consumer and professional photographic equipment. Nikon Inc. distributes consumer and professional digital SLR cameras, NIKKOR optics, Speedlights and system accessories; Nikon COOLPIX® compact digital cameras; 35mm film SLR cameras; Nikon software products and Nikon sports and recreational optics as well as the Nikon 1 advanced camera with interchangeable lens system. Nikon Corporation, the parent company of the Nikon Inc., recently celebrated its 80th anniversary of NIKKOR optics, and announced the production of over 75 million NIKKOR lenses in 2012, creating a new milestone in Nikon’s heritage of superior optics. For more information, dial (800) NIKON-US or visit http://www.nikonusa.com, which links all levels of photographers to the Web's most comprehensive photo learning and sharing communities. Connect with Nikon and other photographers on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/nikon and get the latest news and information from Twitter by following @NikonUSA.
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