

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. The D700 employs an FX-format CMOS image sensor with an area of 36.0mm (h) x 23.9mm (v). Major Features Large image sensor, developed by Nikon 12.1 effective megapixels The 12.1-megapixel FX-format CMOS sensor with a sensing area of 36.0 x 23.9 mm 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 – these are but a few of the advanced capabilities of the extraordinary new D700. The D700 has everything it takes to satisfy a broad spectrum of photographic needs. At the same time, it derives a wide range of benefits – including functionality, flexibility and operability – from the more agile D300, Nikon's flagship DX-format D-SLR. The new D700 incorporates an extensive array of features that boast a level of performance that is in many ways comparable to the D3. Highly praised for its outstanding features, the D3 established a new level of professional performance in terms of overall image quality, extraordinarily low noise, ISO sensitivity range, continuous high-speed shooting, color gradation, image crispness, durability, weather-resistant operation, system versatility and more.

The D700 features an FX-format first introduced with the Nikon D3.

TOKYO – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the introduction of its newest FX-format digital SLR, the Nikon D700.
