Nikon D700 Digital SLR Body at Memory Express Computers

Nikon’s Newest FX-Format Digital SLR: D700
Featuring exceptional performance, superior portability and functional versatility for serious photographers

The D700 features the same digital SLR FX format first introduced with Nikon’s acclaimed D3 digital SLR which established a new level of professional performance in terms of overall image quality, extraordinarily low noise, ISO sensitivity range, continuous high-speed shooting, colour gradation, image crispness, durability, weather-resistant operation, system versatility and more.

The new D700 incorporates an extensive selection of features that boast a level of performance comparable in many ways to the D3. It also incorporates a wide range of benefits — including functionality, flexibility and operability — from the award-winning and more agile D300, Nikon’s flagship DX-format D-SLR.

The D700 has everything to satisfy a broad field of photographic needs: 12.1-megapixel FX-format CMOS sensor with a sensing area of 36.0 x 23.9mm; a sensitivity range of ISO 200 to 6400; continuous shooting at up to 5 frames per second (and up to 8 fps with the optional Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10); Nikon’s exclusive 51-point AF system; Scene Recognition System for optimum autofocus, auto exposure and auto white balance detection, and many more advanced capabilities to meet the demanding needs of professionals and advanced hobbyists.

Exclusive Canadian Warranty
Nikon Canada offers an exclusive two-year warranty for the D700 digital SLR camera, and a five-year warranty for all NIKKOR lenses purchased from a Nikon Canada authorized dealer. Consumer’s investment is protected by Nikon Canada’s warranties with in-Canada service.

Features

Large image sensor, developed by Nikon; 12.1 effective megapixels
The D700 employs an FX-format CMOS image sensor with an area of 36.0mm (h) x 23.9mm (v). It provides superior picture quality throughout a wide ISO sensitivity range, with advantages that include a large pixel size to ensure a higher signal-to-noise ratio and wide dynamic range, and improved circuit layout to efficiently increase the strength of the electrical signal from pixels. High-speed, 12-channel readout enables fast continuous shooting of high-resolution images at up to 8 frames per second (with Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 and Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4a/4 or eight AA-size batteries).

Wide sensitivity range
The D700 offers an extremely wide sensitivity range of ISO 200 to 6400. It delivers extraordinary image quality at low sensitivity settings, while also delivering outstandingly low-noise characteristics at ISO settings as high as 6400. Sensitivity can also be increased to HI 0.3, HI 0.5, HI 0.7, HI 1 (ISO 12,800 equivalent), HI 2 (ISO 25,600 equivalent), or decreased to Lo 1 (ISO 100 equivalent), Lo 0.7, Lo 0.5 and Lo 0.3, to expand shooting versatility.

High-speed performance
Features a startup time of approximately 0.12 second, and a shutter release time lag of only 40 ms* — both equivalent to Nikon’s flagship FX-format D3. The continuous shooting speed is up to 5 frames per second with the included Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e, and up to 8 fps when using the optional Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 and Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4a/4 or eight AA-size batteries. The Nikon D700 is also compliant with the next-generation high-speed UDMA CompactFlash cards that enable 35-Mbyte recording speed.
* Based on the new CIPA guideline established in August 2007.

EXPEED™image processing
The New State of the Art Digital Image-Processing System Technologies, only from Nikon
Built on Nikon’s innovative EXPEED™ advanced digital image processing system technologies and incorporating the precision optics of a NIKKOR lens, the latest Nikon cameras continue the longstanding tradition of industry-leading photographic performance, superior image quality, advanced functionality and ease-of-use.

Scene Recognition System
Improvements to Nikon’s exclusive 1,005-pixel RGB light sensor have allowed information from the sensor to be utilized for auto exposure, auto white balance and autofocus. 3D-Tracking in AF, for example, achieved by using the Scene Recognition System, tracks subject position and automatically shifts the AF points used to match the subject’s movement within the frame. This system also contributes to higher accuracy of auto exposure and auto white balance detection.

Picture Control System
Nikon’s Picture Control System enables users — from novices to professionals, — to create the pictures they envision by making specific selections and adjustments to image sharpening, tone compensation, brightness, tone and saturation. Even with different cameras, when the settings are the same, the same picture tone is achieved. Picture Control System offers four fundamental setting options — Standard, Neutral, Vivid and Monochrome — for easy customization of image parameters.

Active D-Lighting
Active D-Lighting lets photographers choose from various intensities — Auto, High, Normal, Low or OFF (unchanged) — prior to shooting. Instead of employing the conventional compensation method of simply expanding dynamic range, localized tone control technology is utilized to ensure proper contrast and eliminate flat images with lost highlights and shadows.

AF system with high-density 51-point AF
The D700 incorporates a Multi-CAM 3500FX autofocus sensor module featuring 51 AF points. Fifteen cross-type sensors located in the centre enable subject detection with lens apertures as small as f/5.6. The functioning of the AF points is linked to the Scene Recognition System to deliver superior subject detection and focus tracking performance. A single AF point can be selected from the 51 or 11 focus points. In Dynamic-area AF mode, you can select from either 9, 21 or 51 AF areas. The 51-point option offers 3D-Tracking mode, which automatically shifts the focus point to match the subject’s movements. Auto-area AF mode gives greater priority to the subject’s position when selecting AF points.

Choose from two Live View modes
Live View allows shooting while confirming the subject on the 3-inch, 920,000-dot color LCD monitor. In Handheld mode, which lets you recompose the frame prior to actual shooting, ordinary TTL phase-detection AF is activated, using all 51 AF points including 15 cross-type points. Tripod mode is designed for precise focus accuracy with still subjects and tripod stabilization. It enables focal-plane contrast-detect AF on a desired point within a specific area. Remote view, focusing and shooting can also be controlled from a PC (via connection or wireless) using optional Nikon Camera Control Pro 2 software.

DX cropping mode
The Nikon D700 lets you select from either FX format (36 x 24) or DX format (24 x 16). At the default setting of [Auto DX crop], the camera will automatically select DX format when a DX NIKKOR lens is attached.

High-definition, 3-inch VGA, TFT LCD monitor with wide viewing angle
The ultra-high-definition [920,000-dot VGA (640 x 480)], 3-inch LCD monitor with tempered glass provides a 170° viewing angle. The large monitor is remarkably effective when confirming the focus with enlarged playback images. The wide viewing angle enables easy recomposing of the frame in Hand-held mode with Live View.

Viewfinder provides 95 per cent frame coverage, 0.72x magnification in FX format
The viewfinder features an eye-level pentaprism with high refraction index and provides 95% per cent frame coverage with 0.72x magnification. Fifty-one AF points and a framing grid are superimposed on the finder screen. The eyepoint is 18 mm (at –0.1 m-1), and the diopter can be adjusted within a range of -3 to +1 m-1.

Image Sensor Cleaning
Vibrations at four different resonant frequencies remove dust from the optical low-pass filter in front of the image sensor. This function is automatically activated each time the camera is turned on and off, and can also be activated manually.

Built-in flash with wireless commander function
With a guide number of approximately 17/56 (m/ft., ISO 200, 20°C/68°F) and 24mm lens coverage, the high-performance built-in flash enables i-TTL flash control that evaluates flash exposure with greater precision for exceptional results. Compatible with the Nikon Creative Lighting System, the built-in flash controls up to two groups of remote units as a master/commander in Advanced Wireless Lighting.

Engineered durability
A magnesium alloy is used for the exterior cover, rear body and mirror box to reduce weight and provide rugged durability. The O-ring sealing where connections are made provides valuable protection against dust and moisture.

The shutter unit developed and manufactured by Nikon employs shutter blades made of a new material (a hybrid of carbon fibre and Kevlar). Tested on fully assembled cameras, the D700’s shutter unit has been proven through 150,000 cycles under demanding conditions. The self-diagnostic shutter constantly monitors and maintains shutter precision.

Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 (option)
The optional Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10, which uses one Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4a/4/3e or eight AA-size batteries, is equipped with a shutter-release button, AF-ON button, multi selector, and main- and sub-command dials. When attached, it enables high-speed continuous shooting of 12.1-megapixel images at a rate of up to 8 fps*.

Exclusive Wireless Transmitter WT-4/4A (option)
The WT-4/4A supports both wired LAN (10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX) and wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11b/g, 11a), and incorporates a thumbnail mode. A PC allows wireless connection of up to five cameras, for display of thumbnail images and downloading of selected images. Using Camera Control Pro 2 (optional) and the Live View function, wireless remote view/control shooting is also possible.

Fine tuning for AF
The focal point in AF for the current CPU lenses can be fine-tuned and registered. A certain level of adjustment set for up to 12 lens types is applied when a lens of the same type is attached. When using a lens that has not been registered, the same level of adjustment can be applied.

Improved Function button feature
In addition to the exclusive Function button, this feature can be assigned to the Preview button and the AE/AF Lock button, for optimum flexibility. Furthermore, NEF copy recording together with JPEG image can be assigned to the Function button.

HDMI output (High-Definition TV) supported
The Nikon D700 complies with High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) Ver. 1.3a for the transfer of global-standard video and audio signals. A Type C mini connector is provided.

Info display
Various shooting information is displayed on the LCD monitor, including shutter speed and aperture. Character colour can be adjusted to match lighting conditions: black for light locations; white for dark locations. Auto switch mode can also be set.

My Menu
A variety of setting options can be customized under My Menu, and then added to, deleted and reordered.

Electronic Virtual Horizon
Using a sensor incorporated in the body, the inclination of the camera is detected and displayed in the LCD monitor.

ViewNX/Nikon Transfer image-management software included in Software Suite CD-ROM
The ViewNX viewer application offers quick display of images; Nikon Transfer enables simple transfer of taken images to a computer.

Specifications

Type of Camera	Single-lens reflex digital camera
Lens Mount	Nikon F bayonet mount with AF coupling and AF contacts
Picture Angle	Equivalent to angle produced by lens focal length (1.5 times when DX format is selected)
Effective pixels	12.1 million
Image Sensor	CMOS sensor, 36.0 x 23.9 mm; Nikon FX format
Image size (pixels)	FX format (36 x 24): 4,256 x 2,832 [L], 3,184 x 2,120 [M], 2,128 x 1,416 [S] DX format (24 x 16): 2,784 x 1,848 [L], 2,080 x 1,384 [M], 1,392 x 920 [S]
Dust-reduction System	Image sensor self-cleaning function, Image Dust Off reference data acquisition (Capture NX 2 required)

Viewfinder	SLR-type with fixed eye-level pentaprism
Diopter adjustment	-3 to +1 m-1
Eyepoint	18 mm (-1.0 m-1)
Focusing screen	Type B BriteView Clear Matte VI screen with superimposed AF points and framing grid lines
Frame coverage	Approx. 95% (vertical/horizontal)
Magnification	Approx. 0.72x (50mm f/1.4 lens at infinity; -1.0 m-1)
Reflex mirror	Quick-return type
Depth-of-field preview	When CPU lens is attached, lens aperture can be stopped down to value selected by user (A and M modes) or value selected by camera (P and S modes)

Lens aperture	Instant-return type, with depth-of-field preview button
Compatible Lenses	DX AF Nikkor: All functions supported Type G or D AF Nikkor: All functions supported (PC Micro-Nikkor does not support some functions). IX Nikkor lenses not supported. Other AF Nikkor: All functions supported except 3D Colour Matrix Metering II. Lenses for F3AF not supported. AI-P Nikkor: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D Colour Matrix Metering II Non-CPU AI Nikkor: Can be used in exposure modes A and M; electronic rangefinder can be used if maximum aperture is f/5.6 or faster; Colour Matrix Metering and aperture value display supported if user provides lens data

Shutter type	Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter
Shutter speed	1/8,000 to 30 s in steps of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV, Bulb, X250
Flash sync speed	X = 1/250 s; synchronizes with shutter at 1/320 s or slower (flash range drops at speeds between 1/250 and 1/320 s)
Release modes	1) Single-frame [S] mode 2) Continuous Low-speed [CL] mode 3) Continuous High-speed [CH] mode 4) Live View [LV] mode 5) Self-timer [mark] mode 6) Mirror-up [Mup] mode
Continuous shooting speed	With Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e: 1-5 frames per second in [CL] mode, 5 fps in [CH] mode with Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 with batteries other than Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e or AC Adapter EH-5a/EH-5: 1-7 frames per second in [CL] mode, 8 fps in [CH] mode
Self-timer	Electronically controlled timer with duration of 2, 5, 10 or 20 s
Exposure metering	TTL full-aperture exposure metering using 1,005-pixel RGB sensor
Metering system	1) 3D Colour Matrix Metering II (type G and D lenses); Colour Matrix Metering II (other CPU lenses); Colour Matrix Metering (non-CPU lenses if user provides lens data) 2) Centre-Weighted: Weight of 75% given to 8-, 12-, 15- or 20-mm circle in centre of frame or weighting based on average of entire frame 3) Spot: Meters 4-mm circle (about 1.5% of frame) centred on selected focus point (on centre focus point when non-CPU lens is used)
Metering range	1) 0 to 20 EV (Matrix or Centre-Weighted Metering), 2) 2 to 20 EV (Spot Metering) (ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens, at 20°C/68°F)
Exposure meter coupling	Combined CPU and AI
Exposure Modes	1) Programmed Auto (P) with flexible program 2) Shutter-Priority Auto (S) 3) Aperture-Priority Auto (A) 4) Manual (M)
Exposure Compensation	±5 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV
Exposure Lock	Exposure locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
Exposure Bracketing	Exposure and/or flash bracketing (2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV) Sensitivity ISO 200 to 6400 in steps of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV; can be set to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7 or 1 (ISO 100 equivalent) EV below ISO 200 or to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1 (ISO 12800 equivalent) or 2 (ISO 25600 equivalent) EV over ISO 6400
Active D-Lighting	Can be selected from [Auto], [High], [Normal] or [Low]
Autofocus	TTL phase-detection AF, 51 focus points (15 cross-sensors) by Nikon Multi-CAM 3500FX autofocus module; Detection: -1 to +19 EV (ISO 100 at 20°C/68°F); AF fine tuning possible; AF-assist illuminator (range approx. 0.5-3 m/1.6-9.8 ft.)
Lens servo	1) Autofocus: Single-servo AF (S); Continuous-servo AF (C); Focus Tracking automatically activated according to subject status 2) Manual focus (M) with electronic rangefinder
Focus point	Single AF point can be selected from 51 or 11 focus points AF-Area Mode 1) Single-point AF 2) Dynamic-area AF [number of AF points: 9, 21, 51, 51 (3D-Tracking)] 3) Auto-area AF
Focus lock	Focus can be locked by pressing AE-L/AF-L button or by pressing shutter-release button halfway (Single-point AF in AF-S)

Built-in flash	Manual pop-up type; guide number of 17/56 (ISO 200, m/ft., 20°C/68°F) or 12/39 (ISO 100, m/ft., 20°C/68°F)
Flash Control	1) TTL flash control with 1,005-pixel RGB sensor; i-TTL balanced fill-flash and standard i-TTL fill-flash available with SB-900, 800, 600 or 400 2) Auto aperture (AA): Available with SB-900, 800 and CPU lens 3) Non-TTL auto (A): Available with SB-900, 800, 28, 27 or 22s 4) Distance-priority manual (GN): Available with SB-900, 800
Flash Sync Modes	1) Front-curtain sync (normal) 2) Slow sync 3) Rear-curtain sync 4) Red-eye reduction 5) Red-eye reduction with slow sync
Flash compensation	-3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV
Flash-ready indicator	Lights when Speedlight such as SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, SB-400, SB-80DX, SB-28DX or SB-50DX is fully charged; blinks after flash is fired at full output
Accessory shoe	Standard ISO 518 hot-shoe contact with safety lock
Sync terminal	ISO 519 standard terminal
Nikon Creative Lighting System	With Speedlights such as SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, SB-R200 or SU-800 (commander only), supports Advanced Wireless Lighting, Auto FP High-Speed Sync, Flash Colour Information Communication, modeling flash and FV lock; built-in flash can be used as a commander
White balance	Auto (TTL white balance with main image sensor and 1,005-pixel RGB sensor); Seven manual modes can be preset with fine-tuning; colour temperature setting; white balance bracketing: 2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1, 2 or 3

Live view modes	Hand-held mode: TTL phase-detection AF with 51 focus areas (15 cross-type sensors) Tripod mode: Contrast-detect AF on a desired point within a specific area
LCD monitor	3-in., approx. 920,000-dot (VGA), 170-degree wide-viewing-angle, 100% frame coverage, low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with brightness adjustment
Playback function	Full-frame and thumbnail (4 or 9 images) playback with playback zoom, slide show, histogram display, highlight display, auto image rotation, and image comment (up to 36 characters)

USB	Hi-Speed USB
Video output	NTSC or PAL; simultaneous playback from both the video output and on the LCD monitor available
HDMI output	Supports HDMI version 1.3a; Type C mini connector is provided; simultaneous playback from both the HDMI output terminal and on the LCD monitor not available
Ten-pin terminal	1) GPS: NMEA 0183 (Ver. 2.01 and 3.01) interface standard supported with 9-pin D-sub cable and GPS Cable MC-35 (optional) 2) Remote control: via Ten-pin terminal
Tripod socket	1/4 in. (ISO 1222)
Supported Languages	Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish

Battery	One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e
Battery pack	Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 (optional) with one Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4a/EN-EL4 (battery chamber cover BL-3 required) or EN-EL3e, or eight R6/AA-size alkaline (LR6), Ni-MH (HR6), lithium (FR6) batteries or nickel-manganese (ZR6) batteries
AC adapter	AC Adapter EH-5a/EH-5 (optional)

Dimensions	Approx. 147 x 123 x 77 mm
Weight	Weight Approx. 995 g without battery, memory card, body cap or LCD monitor cover
Operating Environment	Temperature: 0-40°C/32-104°F Humidity: under 85% (no condensation)

Package Content

- D700 Digital SLR Body
- Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e
- Quick Charger MH-18a
- USB Cable UC-E4
- Video Cable EG-D100
- Camera Strap AN-D700
- Body Cap BF-1A
- Accessory Shoe Cover BS-1
- LCD Monitor Cover BM-9
- Software Suite CD-ROM

Warranty

Nikon Canada offers an exclusive two-year warranty for the D700 digital SLR camera, and a five-year warranty for all NIKKOR lenses purchased from a Nikon Canada authorized dealer. Consumer’s investment is protected by Nikon Canada’s warranties with in-Canada service.

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