Nikon D5

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    Highlights

    • 20.8 MP Full Frame CMOS Sensor
    • 100 - 102,400 Native ISO
    • 153 Focus Points (153 Cross-type)
    • 3.2" 2,359k dot Fixed Screen
    • Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder
    • 14.0 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 3840 x 2160 Video Shooting
    • 30 min Video Recording Limit
    • Wheather Sealed Body
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    Specifications

    General
    BrandNikon
    ModelD5
    Predecessor ModelNikon D4s
    MSRP$6499/£5729
    Camera TypeInterchangeable Lens
    Body TypeDSLR
    Video Capture
    Sensor
    Sensor TypeCMOS
    Sensor FormatFX
    Sensor SizeFull Frame
    Sensor Dimensions35.9 x 23.9 mm
    Total Pixels21.33 Megapixel
    Effective Pixels20.8 Megapixel
    Low Pass Filter
    Native ISO Range100 - 102,400
    Boosted ISO Range100 - 3,280,000
    Photo
    ProcessorEXPEED 5
    Max Image Resolution5588 x 3712
    Image Aspect Ratios1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2
    Image File FormatJPEG, RAW, TIFF
    JPEG Quality LevelsFine, normal, basic
    Bit Depth14-Bit
    Timelapse Recording
    White BalancePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade
    WB Bracketing2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1, 2 or 3 EV
    Active D-LightingCan be selected from:
    Auto
    Extra High 2
    Extra High 1
    High
    Normal
    Low
    Off
    Focus
    Autofocus ModesMulti-area
    Center
    Selective single-point
    Tracking
    Single
    Continuous
    Touch
    Face Detection
    Live View
    Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
    AF Detection Range-4 to +20 EV
    Number of Focus Points153
    Number of Cross-type Focus Points99
    Touch-to-Focus
    Live View Autofocus
    Animal Eye Detection
    Vehicle Tracking Mode
    Insect Tracking Mode
    Contrast Detection for Autofocus
    Phase Detection for Autofocus
    Focusing ScreenType B BriteView Clear Matte Mark IX screen with AF area brackets (framing grid can be displayed)
    Optics
    Lens MountNikon F
    Crop Factor1x
    Image Stabilization
    Digital Image Stabilization
    Reflex MirrorQuick-return type
    Screen
    Screen TypeFixed
    Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
    Touch Screen
    Screen Size3.2"
    Screen Resolution2,359k dot
    Top LCD Screen
    Live View
    Live Composition
    Viewfinder
    ViewfinderOptical (pentaprism)
    Viewfinder Coverage100%
    Viewfinder Magnification0.72x
    Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.72x
    Viewfinder Eyepoint17 mm
    Diopter Adjustment-3 to +1
    Shutter
    Shutter TypeMechanical Focal Plane, Electronic
    Min Shutter Speed30 sec
    Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/8000 sec
    Max Continuous Shooting14.0 fps
    Mirror Lock Up
    Flash
    Built-in Flash
    Max Flash Sync Speed1/250 sec
    Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2, 1 EV Steps)
    Flash Bracketing2 to 9 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, or 1 EV
    External Flash Connectivity
    External Flash SystemTTL: i-TTL flash control using RGB sensor with approximately 180K (180,000) pixels; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix, center-weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill-flash for digital SLR with spot metering
    External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe, PC Terminal
    Exposure
    Exposure Metering ModesMulti
    Center-weighted
    Highlight-weighted
    Spot
    Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
    Metering Range-4 to +20 EV
    Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments)
    Exposure Bracketing ±5 EV (2, 3, 5, 7 shots at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments)
    Exposure LockLuminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
    DXO
    DxO Low Light ISO2434
    DxO Color Depth25.1
    DxO Dynamic Range12.3
    DxO Overall Score88
    Video
    Movie File FormatMOV
    Interval Recording
    Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264
    Max Video Resolution3840 x 2160
    External Recording ModesHDMI
    UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)Full HD (1920 x 1080)HD (1280 x 720)
    Unlimited Video Recording
    Recording Limit30 min
    Terminals
    Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
    1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
    USB SpeedUSB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)
    HDMI Output Mini
    SpeakerMono
    Built-in MicrophoneStereo
    Microphone Input
    Headphone Output
    Flash Sync Port
    Connectivity
    Built-in GPS
    Built-In Wi-Fi via optional WT-5A or WT-6A transmitters
    Built-In Bluetooth
    Remote Control wired, wireless, smartphone
    Environmental
    Environmental Sealing
    Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
    Operating Humidity0 to 85%
    Physical
    Dimensions160 x 158.5 x 92 mm (6.3 x 6.26 x 3.62")
    Weight (inc. batteries)1415 g (3.12 lb / 49.91 oz)
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH)11.6 x 9.1 x 6.8"
    Package Weight4.7 lb
    Power and Storage
    Battery PackEN-EL18a
    Battery Life3780 shots
    Internal Storage
    External StorageDual Slot: CompactFlash (Type I, compliant with UDMA) or XQD
    Other
    Self Timer 2, 5, 10 or 20 sec
    Orientation Sensor
    Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
    Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
    Material of ConstructionMagnesium Alloy
    Illuminated Buttons
    Electronic Level Gauge
    Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemImage sensor cleaning
    Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX-D software required)


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