Nikon D3S vs Nikon D2Xs

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      Specifications

      General Nikon D3S Nikon D2Xs
      BrandNikonNikon
      ModelD3SD2Xs
      Predecessor ModelNikon D3 Nikon D2X
      Successor ModelNikon D4 Nikon D3X
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeDSLRDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon D3S Nikon D2Xs
      Sensor TypeCMOSCMOS
      Sensor FormatFXDX
      Sensor SizeFull FrameAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions36.0 x 23.9 mm23.7 x 15.7 mm
      Total Pixels12.87 Megapixel12.84 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels12.1 Megapixel12.4 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range200 - 12,800100 - 800
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 102,400100 - 3,200
      Photo Nikon D3S Nikon D2Xs
      ProcessorEXPEED
      Max Image Resolution4256 x 28324288 x 2848
      Other Resolutions3552 x 2832, 3552 x 2368, 3184 x 2128, 2784 x 1848, 2656 x 1776, 2128 x 1416, 2080 x 1384, 1776 x 1416, 1776 x 1184, 1392 x 9203216 x 2136, 2144 x 1424
      Image Aspect Ratios5:4, 3:23:2
      Image File FormatJPEG, TIFF, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, Normal, BasicFine, Normal, Basic
      Bit Depth14-Bit12-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalanceAuto (TTL white balance with main image sensor and 1,005-pixel RGB sensor), 12 Presets with fine tuning, and Manual, P.Color temperature in Kelvin (2500 - 10000 K, 31 steps),P. White balance bracketing (2 to 9 frames in increments of 1, 2 or 3)Auto, Manual (6 steps with fine tuning), Preset (5 settings), Color temperature setting in Kelvin (select from 31 steps), White balance bracketing (2 to 9 frames adjustable in 10, 20, 30 MIRED steps)
      WB Bracketing2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1, 2 or 3 EV
      Focus Nikon D3S Nikon D2Xs
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Live View      		Multi-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Lens ServoSingle-Servo AF, Manual FocusSingle Area AF, Dynamic AF with Focus Tracking and Lock-on, Closest Subject Priority Dynamic AF, Group Dynamic AF, Focus Lock, Selectable from 11 focus areas (High Speed Cropped: 9 focus areas)
      Number of Focus Points51
      Number of Cross-type Focus Points15
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Focusing ScreenBriteView Clear Matte VI - Type BB-type BriteView Clear Matte Screen III; Interchangeable with Optional E-type Screen with Grid Lines
      Optics Nikon D3S Nikon D2Xs
      Lens MountNikon FNikon F
      Crop Factor1x1.5x
      Image Stabilization
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Reflex MirrorQuick-return typeInstant-return type
      Screen Nikon D3S Nikon D2Xs
      Screen TypeFixedFixed
      Screen TechnologyLow-temperature polysilicon TFT color LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size3.0"2.5"
      Screen Resolution921k dot235k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon D3S Nikon D2Xs
      ViewfinderOptical (pentaprism)Optical (pentaprism)
      Viewfinder Coverage100%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.70x0.86x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.70x0.57x
      Diopter Adjustment-3 to +1
      Depth-of-field previewStop-down lens aperture by pressing Depth-of-field Preview Button
      Shutter Nikon D3S Nikon D2Xs
      Shutter TypeElectronically controlled vertical-travel focal-planeElectronically-controlled vertical-travel focal plane
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/8000 sec1/8000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting11.0 fps8.0 fps
      Mirror Lock Up
      Flash Nikon D3S Nikon D2Xs
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesFront curtain
      Rear curtain
      Red-Eye
      Slow Sync      		Front curtain
      Rear curtain
      Red-Eye
      Slow
      Red-Eye Slow
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/250 sec1/250 sec
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash Systemi-TTL Balanced fill-flash, standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR
      External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe, PC Terminal
      ISO 518 standard-type hot shoe contact; Safety lock mechanism provided

      ISO 519 (PC) Terminal, lock screw provided      		Standard ISO hot-shoe contact with safely lock
      ISO 519 standard Terminal with lock screw provided
      Exposure Nikon D3S Nikon D2Xs
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure Modes3D Color Matrix Metering II (type G and D lenses), Color Matrix Metering II (other CPU lenses), Color Matrix Metering (non-CPU lenses if user provides lens data)

      Center-Weighted: Weight of 75% given to 12-mm circle in center of frame, diameter of circle can be changed to 8, 15 or 20 mm, or weighting can be based on average of entire frame (non-CPU lenses use 12-mm circle or average of entire frame)

      Spot: Meters 4-mm circle (about 1.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point (on center focus point when non-CPU lens is used)      		[P] Programmed Auto with flexible program, [S] Shutter-priority Auto, Aperture-priority Auto, [M] Manual, Auto Exposure Lock
      Metering Range0 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±3 EV (2, 3, 5, 7 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments) 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, or 1 EV steps, 2 to 9 frames
      Exposure LockLuminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L buttonLuminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
      DXO Nikon D3S Nikon D2Xs
      DxO Low Light ISO3253489
      DxO Color Depth23.522.2
      DxO Dynamic Range12.010.9
      DxO Overall Score8259
      Video Nikon D3S Nikon D2Xs
      Internal Recording ModesYes, 1280 x 720p @ 24fpsNo
      Interval Recording With Optional Remote Trigger Possible with Timer Remote
      Video FormatsMotion JPEG
      Max Video Resolution1280 x 720
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Terminals Nikon D3S Nikon D2Xs
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output
      Speaker
      Built-in MicrophoneStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon D3S Nikon D2Xs
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi optional
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control
      Environmental Nikon D3S Nikon D2Xs
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
      Operating Humidity0 to 85%
      Physical Nikon D3S Nikon D2Xs
      Dimensions160 x 157 x 88 mm (6.3 x 6.18 x 3.46")158 x 150 x 86 mm (6.22 x 5.91 x 3.39")
      Weight (inc. batteries)1240 g (2.73 lb / 43.74 oz)1200 g (2.65 lb / 42.33 oz)
      Power and Storage Nikon D3S Nikon D2Xs
      Battery PackEN-EL4a
      Battery Life4200 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageDual Slot: CompactFlash (Type I, compliant with UDMA)Single Slot: CompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA), MicroDrive
      Other Nikon D3S Nikon D2Xs
      Self Timer 2 to 20 sec 2 to 20 sec
      Orientation Sensor
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium AlloyMagnesium Alloy
      Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator
      Optional AccessoriesWT-2/2A Wireless Transmitter, WA-E1 Extended Range Antenna, EH-6 AC Adapter, Type-E Focusing Screen, DG-2 Magnifier, DK-17A Anti-fog Finder Eyepiece, DK-19 Rubber Eyepiece Cup, DK-17C Eyepiece Correction Lens series, DK-17M Magnifying Eyepiece, DR-5 Right-Angle Magnifying Viewing Attachment, SB-800/SB-600/R200 Speedlights, Capture NX software, Camera Control Pro Software, Image Authentication Software


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