Nikon Digital SLR Camera D2Xs Specications
Type Effective Pixels Image Sensor Image Size (pixels)
Single-lens reex digital camera 12.4 million CMOS sensor, 23.7 x 15.7mm; total pixels: 12.84 million Full image: 4,288 x 2,848(L), 3,216 x 2,136(M), 2,144 x 1,424(S) High-speed Crop Image: 3,216 x 2,136(L), 2,400 x 1,600(M), 1,600 x 1,064(S) 100 to 800 (ISO equivalent); HI-0.3, HI-0.5, HI-0.7, HI-1 and HI-2 available Sensitivity CompactFlash (CF) Card (Type I/II) and Microdrive Storage Media NEF (12-bit uncompressed or compressed RAW), Storage System EXIF 2.21, DCF 2.0 and DPOF compliant (uncompressed TIFF-RGB or compressed JPEG) Storage (number of frames) For details, refer to page 9 1) Single frame shooting [S] mode: advances one frame for each shutter release Shooting Modes 2) Continuous high shooting [CH ] mode: Full Image; 5 frames per second (fps)/High-speed Crop Image; 8 frames per second (fps) 3) Continuous low shooting [CL] mode: Full Image; 1 to 4 frames per second (fps) (selectable in menu)/High-speed Crop Image; 1 to 7 frames per second (fps) (selectable in menu) 4) Self-timer mode: time duration can be set 5) Mirror up mode: rst press: mirror up, second press: release 1) Auto (hybrid with 1,005-pixel RGB Sensor, CMOS image sensor and White Balance external Ambient Light Sensor) 2) Manual (6 steps with ne tuning) 3) Preset (5 settings) 4) Color temperature setting in Kelvin (select from 31 steps) 5) White balance bracketing (2 to 9 frames adjustable in 10, 20, 30 MIRED steps) 2.5-in., approx. 230,000-dot, low temp. polysilicon TFT LCD with white LED LCD Monitor backlighting; Backlight/brightness adjustment available 1) Full frame, 2) Thumbnail (4/9 segments), 3) Zoom, 4) Slideshow, Playback Function 5) RGB Histogram indication, Shooting data and Highlight point display 1) Card format, 2) All frames delete, 3) Selected frames delete Delete Function NTSC or PAL (selectable in menu) Video Output USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed) (Mini-B connector) Interface FTP le transfer and PTP/IP camera control/le transfer is available with optional WT-2/2A (IEEE 802.11b/g) Wireless transmitter; FTP file transfer compatibility with WT-1/1A (IEEE 802.11b) CF Card Slot Type II: supports rmware updates via CF cards Record mode: Automatic or manual recording at shooting or playback, Voice Memo Max. recording time: 60 seconds Playback mode: Built-in speaker or Audio Video Cable File format: Mono WAV le Up to 36 characters of alphanumeric text input is available with LCD monitor Text Input and multi-selector; stored in EXIF header 1) AF Nikkor (including AF-S, DX, VR and D-/G-type): All functions possible Usable Lenses 2) D-type Manual-Focus Nikkor: All functions except autofocus and some exposure modes available 3) AF Nikkor other than D-/G-type: All functions except 3D-Color Matrix Metering II and 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash possible 4) AI-P Nikkor: All functions except 3D-Color Matrix Metering II, 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash and AF possible 5) Non-CPU AI Nikkor: Usable in [A] or [M] mode with Matrix Metering, Center-Weighted and Spot Metering available Indication of aperture No., after user inputs the aperture f/No. and focal length F=mm by multi-selector operation Electronic rangender usable with maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster Full Image: Approx. 1.5x focal length in 35mm [135] format equivalent Picture Angle High-speed Crop Image: Approx. 2x focal length in 35mm [135] format equivalent Optical-type fixed eye-level pentaprism; Built-in diopter adjustment (-3 to Viewnder +1m-1), Eyepiece shutter provided 19.9mm (at -1.0m-1) Eyepoint BriteView Clear Matte Screen III; supplied Type-B or Focusing Screen optional Type-E with grid Viewnder Frame Coverage Approx. 100% (High-speed Crop mode: Approx. 97%) Approx. 0.86x with 50mm f/1.4 lens set to innity and -1.0m-1 Viewnder Magnication Automatic, instant-return type Reex Mirror Instant-return type, with Depth-of-eld Preview Button Lens Aperture TTL phase detection, Nikon Multi-CAM 2000 autofocus module; Autofocus Detection range: EV -1 to +19 (Right edge/Left edge AF range: EV 0 to +19) (at normal temperature [68F/20C], ISO 100 equivalent) 1) Single servo AF [S], 2) Continuous servo AF [C], 3) Manual focus [M] Lens Servo Focus Tracking automatically activated by subject's status in [S] or [C] AF Selectable from 11 focus areas (High-speed Crop: 9 focus areas) Focus Area 1) Single Area AF 2) Dynamic-area AF 3) Group Dynamic AF AF Area Modes 4) Dynamic-area AF with closest subject priority

*Supplied accessories may differ in each country or area.

DIGITAL SLR CAMERA

The following memory cards have been tested and approved for use with the D2Xs. SanDisk Corporation: 128MB-8GB (SDCFB, SDCFB(Type II), SDCF2B(Type II), SDCFH (Ultra II), and SDCFX (Extreme III) Lexar Media Corporation: 128MB-8GB (Entry-level, 40x, Professional 40x with WA, Professional 80x with WA) Microdrive: 340MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 6GB For more details, please contact the respective media card manufacturer. CF cards not listed above are not guaranteed to operate properly.
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DSLR-D2XS-30-05/06

The True Nature of Photography
The goal was straightforward; take a truly versatile professional tool to new levels of response, handling efficiency and fine control over the results. The strategy was clear; apply the feedback gained by working hand in hand with professional photographers in the field to refine the already stellar operation and performance of Nikons flagship digital SLR camera. At the heart of the system is a proven 12.4 million-pixel image sensor, advanced image processing engine, and optimized systems that blend high levels of resolution with superb image quality, pure color rendition, and class-leading speed. The 11-area AF system is tuned to deliver even finer precision and higher performance. An improved view in High-speed Crop mode makes composition easier. The host of enhancements also includes significantly increased battery life per charge, an improved menu interface, and a new color calibrated 2.5-inch LCD with ultra-wide viewing angle. The Nikon D2Xs hits the mark freeing photographers to explore the true nature of photography.

Smooth control and usability
Performance you can trust
Ergonomic design and button layout
The size, layout and operation of each customizable button, control and function is designed for intuitive operation and feedback, minimizing the need to remove the eye from the viewfinder while shooting. This combines with instant, predictable response to free the photographer to concentrate on composition. Operation remains consistently comfortable for either horizontal or vertical orientation. The convenient Function button on the front of the body can be programmed for simpler switching such as in and out of High-speed Crop mode when using continuous shooting. The eye-level viewfinder features frame coverage of virtually 100% and a 19.9mm eyepoint. Information bars along the bottom and right edges display the current white balance mode, image quality and size settings, ISO setting and more. Updated for the D2Xs, the viewfinder also features an improved view within the High-speed Crop mode frame for faster and easier composition.
Magnesium alloy body with enhanced sealing system
Housed in a lightweight yet highly durable magnesium alloy body, the D2Xs is built to perform reliably under the tough working conditions of professional photographic assignments. Nikons enhanced sealing system protects every possible seam and exposed part, making the body resistant to dust and drops of water. A new locking mechanism holds the USB cables connector securely and prevents it from being accidentally pulled out of the USB port.

Vic Huber

Every decision I make as a photographer impacts the outcome of an image. The D2Xs handles intuitively and makes excellent technical decisions for me so I can focus on the dynamics of the image.
Image quality mode: RAW (NEF) Lens: AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF Exposure mode: [A] 1/40 second, f/13 White balance: Cloudy Sensitivity: ISO-equiv. 100

Passive quality

Uncompromising craftsmanship and optimum in-eld efciency
Understanding the importance of intuitive handling and tough reliability in the field, Nikon designed every button, control and function for maximum ease of access, intuitive operation, handling efficiency and reliability. Meet the professional digital SLR solution truly equipped to extend creative freedom and business productivity; the Nikon D2Xs.

Custom Settings menus

C R a a1 a2 a3 a4 a5 a6 a7 a8 Bank select Menu reset Autofocus AF-C mode priority AF-S mode priority Group dynamic AF Lock-on AF activation Focus area Illum Focus area Vertical AF-ON b b1 b2 b3 b4 b5 b6 b7 c c1 c2 Metering/exposure ISO auto ISO step value EV step Exposure comp. EV Exposure comp. Center weight Fine tune exposure Timers/AE & AF lock AE lock AE-L/AF-L c3 c4 c5 d d1 d2 d3 d4 d5 d6 Auto meter-off Self-timer Monitor off Shooting/display Shooting speed Maximum shots Exp. delay mode File No. Seq. Cntrl Panel / nder Illumination e e1 e2 e3 e4 e5 e6 e7 e8 Bracketing/ash Flash sync speed Flash shutter speed AA ash mode Modeling ash Auto BKT set Manual mode bkting Auto BKT order Auto BKT selection f f1 f2 f3 f4 f5 f6 f7 f8 Controls Center button Multi selector Photo info/playback FUNC. button FUNC. + command Command dials Buttons and dials No CF card?

Instant response

Accurate exposure metering
Instant response & ultra-short shutter lag
The D2Xs is designed with instant start-up and optimized systems that maximize all-round performance for immediate response. As a result, the D2Xs is ready to shoot whenever a decisive moment may arise. This performance combines with the industrys shortest shutter release time lag of a mere 37 milliseconds to realize high-resolution photography without compromise.
3D-Color Matrix Metering II
To achieve optimum exposure for each shot, Nikons acclaimed 1,005-pixel RGB Exposure/Color Matrix Metering Sensor and advanced algorithms determine the brightness and size of highlight areas, while at the same time evaluating all brightness, color, contrast, selected focus area and subject-to-camera distance information. The results are then referenced against a comprehensive onboard database of scenes acquired from actual photographs before high-speed processing calculates the final value to deliver consistent and dependable automatic exposure. Refinements to the D2Xs add the availability of 3D-Color Matrix Metering II in High-speed Crop mode, while also optimizing the areas calculated for using Center-weighted metering, Spot metering and i-TTL Flash Control.

Fast shutter speeds

Shutter speeds from 30 seconds to 1/8,000 second can be selected in 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV steps, with Bulb exposure also available. Flash synchronization is possible using speeds up to 1/250 second, or up to 1/8,000 second when using AUTO FP High-Speed Sync with an SB-800, SB-600 or SB-R200 Speedlight.

The combination of race cars, helicopters, radio communications and weather conditions makes an assignment like this most difficult. Despite such complexity, the advanced technology of the D2Xs gives me the confidence to focus on composition while it handles the rest instantly, reliably and precisely.
Multi-CAM 2000 AF Sensor Module
Image quality mode: RAW (NEF) Lens: AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF Exposure mode: [A] 1/40 second, f/3.5 White balance: Direct sunlight Sensitivity: ISO-equiv. 100 Viewnder image in High-speed Crop mode

Capturing the expression

Extended creative abilities
12.4 megapixel DX format image sensor
The DX Format CMOS sensor captures 12.4 million effective pixels per image, producing 4,288 x 2,848-pixel images with the high resolution and sharp detail needed for commercial assignments. High-speed 4-channel independent data output contributes to impressive levels of image quality and system speed.
Creative in-camera effects
Image Overlay merges a pair of selected RAW files to create a new composite image within the camera as a RAW, JPEG or TIFF file. Multiple Exposure creates a single image from up to 10 exposures, and can be used with the cameras built-in interval timer.

In-camera image trimming

High-performance, high-resolution image processing engine
CONVENTIONAL PROCESSING SYSTEM Nikons most powerful image processing engine to date combines color Image Sensor General ASIC (Image processing pipeline) independent analog pre-conditioning with improved digital image processing A/D conversion algorithms. This innovative system delivers images with a natural and appealing look that benefits from faithful color reproduction Quantum and realistic transitions Quantum Error Error between areas of different color and tone. Image quality cannot be maintained
RAW, TIFF and JPEG images taken using the D2Xs can be trimmed within the camera to produce images of reduced display sizes ranging from 640 x 480 to 2,560 x 1,920 pixels. The smaller files that result can help improve workflow efficiency by eliminating the time required to download and perform software editing within a computer.

Wireless Transmitter WT-2/2A* (optional)
The Wireless Transmitter WT-2/2A supports IEEE 802.11g for maximizing transfer speeds while maintaining backward compatibility with IEEE 802.11b. It may be configured for a wide variety of network Wireless LAN Concept Diagram and security protocols, and also enables WT-2/2A illustrated (The WT-1/1A supports only FTP and IEEE 802.11b) wireless control of the camera from a Infrastructure mode Ad-hoc mode Data transfer using a wireless LAN Data transfer using a notebook computer access point with a wireless LAN card installed computer via the Camera Control Pro software option. Access Point Versatile operation means that it is (AP) possible to automatically transfer each Personal Camera Personal Camera Control Pro computer* FTP server FTP server computer* Control Pro image as it is shot, or manually select images for transfer. The transfer proceeds invisibly as normal camera operation Image transfer Image transfer continues and it is automatically retried Camera Camera Control Control if disrupted. Files may be automatically erased from the CompactFlash memory card once successfully transferred. The IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.11b/g Data Data D2Xs is fully compatible with the WT-1/1A. transfer transfer

IEEE 802.11b/g

PTP/IP FTP *FTP server unnecessary when using PTP/IP

D2Xs PROCESSING SYSTEM

RGB 4-channel output Image Sensor
Optimized WB gain distribution & A/D conversion
ASIC (Image processing pipeline)
Faithful color reproduction More precise pipeline quantization

Digital quality

Innovation to produce the best results and limitless creative possibilities
Sharp resolution and pure color fidelity rendered with finer gradations and smoother transitions demonstrate the professional performance under the hood. This unsurpassed image quality skillfully combines with complete control, exibility and customization, freeing photographers to create productively; only in the Nikon D2Xs.
Flexible and accurate white balance control
Advanced Auto White Balance (AWB) and Auto Tone Control (ATC) systems effectively handle complicated lighting conditions, achieving optimum white balance along with refined color and tone reproduction. Manual white balance mode selections include Color Temperature mode for directly setting Kelvin color temperature from 31 values between 2,500K and 10,000K. Preset mode provides quick selection from 5 white balance settings that may be saved to match the lighting conditions in known venues.

IEEE 802.11b

Wireless LAN accessory attached (Wireless Transmitter WT-2/2A)
Expanded color rendering options
*The WT-2/1 is sold in countries where governments approve the use of 13 frequency channels. The WT-2A/1A version is sold in countries where governments limit use to 11 frequency channels.

Nikons advanced color reproduction system combines 3 available color modes and corresponding color profile choices to offer a range of color treatments to match specic assignments and workow environments. The D2Xs adds a new Black & White (sRGB) color mode choice to further expand the in-camera creative possibilities.
Image quality mode: RAW (NEF) Lens: AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED-IF Exposure mode: [M] 1/125 second, f/7.1 White balance: Selected color temperature (5000K) Sensitivity: ISO-equiv. 100
Memory Card Capacity and Image Quality/Size
The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a 1 GB card at different image quality and size settings.
Hi-speed Crop: Off Hi-speed Crop: On Image File No. of Buffer File No. of Buffer size size 1 images 1 capacity 2 size 1 images 1 capacity 2 L6 25.1 MB 14.2 MB M6 S6 L6 M6 S6 L6 M6 S6 22.6 MB 20.7 MB 22.2 MB 20.9 MB 20.0 MB 20.7 MB 20.1 MB 19.6 MB 19.2 MB 12.8 MB 11.8 MB 12.6 MB 11.9 MB 11.4 MB 11.8 MB 11.4 MB 11.2 MB 10.9 MB 28 29
New high-quality 2.5-inch LCD
Image quality RAW (NEF) + JPEG Fine 3, 4, 5 RAW (NEF) + JPEG Normal 3, 4, 5 RAW (NEF) + JPEG Basic 3, 4, 5
The D2 Xs is fitted with a new 2.5-inch high-resolution LCD, which boasts an ultra-wide 170-degree horizontal and vertical viewing angle. Each LCD is calibrated at the factory to ensure consistent color delity.
Nicolaas de Bruin & Melita
Fine gradations, consistently smooth transitions and unfailing color fidelity is essential to my work. The D2 Xs makes it possible to accurately portray what I envisioned.

RAW (NEF) 4

1 All gures are approximate. Size of JPEG les varies with scene recorded. 2 Maximum number of frames that can be stored in memory buffer. Drops when Long Exp. NR is on, when ISO sensitivity is set to HI-0.3 or higher, or when High ISO NR is on and Custom Setting b1 (ISO auto) is on or ISO sensitivity is ISO 400 or higher. 3 Total for RAW (NEF) and JPEG images. 4 Figures assume RAW compression is set to RAW (NEF). Selecting Comp. RAW (NEF) decreases le size of RAW (NEF) images by approximately 40 to 50 percent; although number of exposures remaining does not change, number of images that can be recorded increases. Buffer capacity drops by one. 5 Figures assume JPEG compression is set to Fixed size. Selecting Optimal quality increases le size of JPEG images by up to 80 percent; number of images and buffer capacity drops accordingly. 6 Applies to JPEG images only. File size of RAW (NEF) images cannot be changed.

Advanced noise reduction options
Real-time noise reduction that can be applied during image processing may be augmented by long exposure and high ISO noise reduction options, available via menu settings.

The NEF advantage

NEF (Nikon Electronic Format) satisfies everchanging photographic needs with extended range and versatility. Each NEF file contains not only the RAW image data captured by the image sensor, but also a thumbnail image and an all-important Instruction Set of the recorded original settings from the time the image was captured. The RAW data is never altered, regardless how many times the file is opened and new renditions saved.
Original image Image quality mode: RAW (NEF) Lens: AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8D ED-IF Exposure mode: [M] 1.30 seconds, f/8 White balance: Incandescent Sensitivity: ISO-equiv. 100
Working with NEF files RAW
Thumbnail and Instruction Set
Thumbnail and Instruction Set Image Data Processing Adjust.1 Image Data Processing Adjust.2 Image Data Processing Adjust.3
Thumbnail and Instruction Set Image Data Processing Information
Save images in RAW (NEF) format, or write to TIFF or JPEG formats
The RAW data within a NEF file is preserved unchanged regardless how many times it is processed in Capture NX.
Capture NX (Optional) New
The highly versatile, elegantly simple

photo editing solution

Image rened with Capture NX

Lens correction tools

3 original tools help expand imaging possibilities for a wider variety of lenses by compensating for lens effects. Vignette Control can reduce the effect of marginal lumination. New Distortion Control can reduce pincushion and barrel distortion effects. Color Aberration Control uses digital processing to detect color fringing caused by chromatic differences in lens magnification, and automatically reduce it by aligning colors at the edges of the image.
Featuring a new interface that provides easier access to power ful and visually intuitive enhancement tools, Nikons Capture NX software helps photographers to tap the full potential of NEF images. This new software also adds support for JPEG and TIFF processing to satisfy a broader range of photofinishing needs and applications.

Workow quality

Software versatility and elegance help realize your envisioned results
Professional workflow demands efficiency and consistency under differing conditions, and must yield the finest quality while providing the exibility to edit freely as the assignment demands. Nikons latest software offerings combine all this and more to help achieve maximum quality with minimal effort while working with high-resolution images from the D2Xs.

U Point technology

U Point is patented technology exclusive to Capture NX that allows easy selection of image areas according to points of interest. Its interface turns the application of effects and enhancements into an intuitive photographic process not found in the complicated computer graphic procedures of typical photo editing software. U Point combines with the extensive Nikon Capture toolbox for NEF to offer an unsurpassed set of features. And, its powerful photo image processing and editing tools can also be applied to JPEG and TIFF files from most any digital camera.

D-Lighting

D-Lighting allows photographers to manipulate shadows and highlights while maintaining mid-tones to produce optimized results from images with areas of under- or overexposure. Choose from D-Lighting HQ when quality is the priority, or D-Lighting HS for high-speed results.

Camera Control Pro

Remote control over the D2Xs (Optional)
Operate and control most settings for the D2 Xs remotely from a computer, with the option to also download images to the computers hard disk drive while shooting.
Image Authentication Software

(Optional)

Protects the integrity of valuable data
When the authenticity of an image needs to be proven, Nikons exclusive Image Authentication function may be used to indicate not only whether the actual image has been tampered with, but also if any changes have been made to date and GPS information.

Dallas Carroll

There is just so much more that I can do with Nikon software. It really unlocks the potential within each image and allows me to make creative decisions quickly and with ease. With the D2 Xs and Nikon software, creativity just ows.

RAW adjustments

Photo gr a p he r s c a n fre e ly ma nipulate white balance, color balance, tone curves and noise reduction for NEF files after shooting. The results can be saved and multiple renditions created, all with the assurance that the original image data is permanently retained.

Selective tools

Capture NX newly offers a range of selective tools for applying over 25 enhancement styles, including the Brush, Lasso, Marquee, Gradient and Fill/ Remove tools.

PictureProject

Fast, easy and powerful (Supplied)
The supplied PictureProject software provides fast and easy access to powerful image management, editing and sharing tools.

Other features

Additional tools that enhance Capture NXs unique capabilities include: Browser, Batch Processing, Edit List, Red-Eye Reduction, Version, Advanced Noise Reduction and other useful functions.
Prole: Combining the sensitivities of his diverse artistic experience with a wealth of computer software knowledge, Dallas Carroll brings the sophistication of an artist to the technical realm of digital imaging. While working on various corporate advertising projects, he continues to adopt the latest imaging tools as he pushes the limits of creativity.

Speedlight mode settings Master: Flash canceled Remote A: Manual Remote B: Manual Remote C: Manual
i-TTL Flash Control Building on the accuracy of the monitor pre-flash, the brighter, shorter i-TTL preflash enables more precise evaluation of flash exposure to achieve outstanding results from better automatic flash balance. Advanced Wireless Lighting System Exclusive technology does away with the need for cables and flash meters to provide a totally flexible on-location lighting solution. With an SB-800 or SU-800 serving as the Commander, up to 3 remote groups consisting of any number of SB-800, SB-600 or SB-R200 Speedlights may be freely arranged for total lighting control. Independent mode settings (i-TTL, AA, A, M, Repeating flash and Flash canceled) are available for each group as well as on the Commander, along with full i-TTL control based not only on general output ratios for each group, but also on the measured subject brightness. As a result, each flash output ratio can be set, even if a remote unit is repositioned. Flash compensation within each group can also be adjusted during operation, with settings easily made and confirmed on the Commanders large dot-matrix LCD. Theres also a choice of 4 frequency channels to minimize the risk of interference with other photographers flashes.
Image quality mode: RAW (NEF) Lens: AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8G ED-IF Exposure mode: [M] 30 seconds, f/22 White balance: Cloudy Sensitivity: ISO-equiv.100
Flash Color Information Color information transmitted to the cameras body allows the system to compensate for the effects of voltage and flash duration on the color of an image. FV (Flash Value) Lock The flash equivalent of AE Lock allows photographers to change composition while maintaining a desired flash value. AUTO FP High-Speed Sync Speedlights can be automatically fired at shutter speeds up to 1/8,000 second, providing a dominant fill flash for effective separation of subject and background, even when shooting in bright conditions.

System quality

Nikkor lenses and the Creative Lighting System enhance creative possibilities
Tight integration with all components of Nikons Total Imaging System assures compatibility across the lineup of Nikkor lenses for access to the best available optics. Full support for Nikons advanced Creative Lighting System removes all limits from creative lighting options. Flexibility to meet a wide range of needs and true Nikon quality in every image; with the D2Xs.
SB-600 Nikon Close-up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1 SB-800
Modeling Flash A 1-second (approx.) stroboscopic burst is fired, enabling the photographer to visually check for shadows and reflective objects, and to assess overall lighting prior to shooting.
Accessories Nikkor lenses
Continuing the tradition of employing the Nikon F lens mount, the D2Xs offers seamless compatibility with the comprehensive lineup of high-quality AF and AF-S Nikkor lenses favored by professionals for their superb color, razor-sharp images and consistently excellent autofocus performance. DX Format digital SLR photographers also have the benefit of choosing from the growing family of custom-designed DX Nikkor lenses, which provide wider picture angles, higher performance, and outstanding center-to-edge-to-corner image quality. The use of manual Nikkor lenses is also supported.

AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED
The worlds first macro lens equipped with SWM (Silent Wave Motor) and VR II (Vibration Reduction) technologies also includes Nano Crystal Coat, Extra Low Dispersion (ED) glass and Internal Focusing (IF). Incorporating Nikon VR technology in a Micro-Nikkor lens improves hand-held close-up photography by minimizing the effects of camera shake on picture sharpness, and by providing a stable viewfinder image for easier composition.
Note: When used with the D2Xs or any DX Format SLR, all AF, AF-S and DX Nikkor lenses have a picture angle comparable to 1.5x that of 35mm [135] format.
Nikon offers a full array of accessories to customize system setups for optimum performance matched to the requirements of the assignment.
The AC Adapter EH-6 provides support for the use of AC power sources. Remote control accessories supported by the built-in 10-pin connection terminal include the Remote Cord MC-22/MC-30/MC-36 and Modulite Remote Control Set ML-3. The optional Type-E with grid guide is interchangeable with the supplied Type-B Focusing Screen. The DR-5 Right-Angle Viewing Attachment can be rotated and easily switches to 2x magnication for greater precision in framing and checking focus. NMEA 0183 (ver. 2.01) compliant GPS units can be connected via the optional GPS cable (MC-35) to record latitude, longitude, altitude, heading (direction) and UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) information for each shot. Pictures can be printed directly to PictBridge-compatible printers.

System Chart

Remote Cord MC-36 (0.85m)/ MC-30 (0.8m)/MC-22 (1m) Connecting Cord MC-23 (0.4m) Modulite Remote Control Set ML-3
Rubber Eyecup DK-19 Antifog Finder Eyepiece DK-17A Magnifying Eyepiece DK-17M Eyepiece Correction Lens DK-17C Series (-3,-2,+1,+2m-1) Eyepiece Adapter DK-18 Right-Angle Magnifying Viewing Attachment DR-5
Function Compatibility Chart (IX-Nikkor lenses cannot be used)
Camera setting Lens/accessory Type G or D AF Nikkor 2 AF-S, AF-I Nikkor PC-Micro Nikkor 85 mm f/2.8D 4 AF-S / AF-I Teleconverter 7 Other AF Nikkor (except lenses for F3AF) AI-P Nikkor AI-, AI-S, or Series E Nikkor12 AI modied Nikkor Medical Nikkor 120 mm f/4 Reex Nikkor PC-Nikkor AI-type Teleconverter 18 TC-16A AF Teleconverter PB-6 Bellows Focusing Attachment19 Auto extension rings (PK-series 11A, 12, or 13; PN-11)

10 8

MC-36 MC-30 MC-22 GPS Cable MC-35 Extension Cord MC-21 (3m)

Eyepiece Magnifier DG-2

CompactFlash card**

PC Card adapter** or

AV Cable EG-D2*
Battery Chamber Cover BL-1*

Personal computer**

Capture NX Camera Control Pro Image Authentication PictureProject*

Microdrive**

CF Card reader**

USB Cable UC-E4*

GPS unit**

TV monitor**

AC Adapter EH-6

Quick Charger MH-21*

Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4a*
Note: DX Nikkor lenses are designed exclusively for Nikon digital SLRs and their DX Format Sensor. When selecting a lens for use on a Nikon D-Series SLR, pay special attention to the angle of view that is possible with each selected focal length. All Nikon D-Series SLRs will provide the same angle of view with each DX Nikkor and AF Nikkor lens. The shorter focal length DX Nikkor optics provide the widest available angle of view.
Wireless Transmitter WT-2/2A (Battery Chamber Cover BL-2 supplied)
Extended Range Antenna WA-E1

*Supplied accessories

Printer**

**Non-Nikon products