Hi-speed Crop: Off Hi-speed Crop: On
Image File No. of Buffer File No. of BufferImage quality
size size
1
images
1
capacity
2
size
1
images
1
capacity
2
RAW (NEF) + JPEG
L
6
25.1 MB 36 16 14.2 MB 64 28
Fine
3, 4, 5
M
6
22.6 MB 41 16 12.8 MB 72 28
S
6
20.7 MB 45 16 11.8 MB 79 28
RAW (NEF) + JPEG
L
6
22.2 MB 41 16 12.6 MB 73 28
Normal
3, 4, 5
M
6
20.9 MB 44 16 11.9 MB 78 28
S
6
20.0 MB 47 16 11.4 MB 82 28
RAW (NEF) + JPEG L
6
20.7 MB 45 16 11.8 MB 79 28
Basic
3, 4, 5
M
6
20.1 MB 47 16 11.4 MB 82 28
S
6
19.6 MB 48 16 11.2 MB 84 28
RAW (NEF)
4
— 19.2 MB 49 17 10.9 MB 86 29
1 All figures are approximate. Size of JPEG files 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
file 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 file
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.
Memory Card Capacity and Image Quality/Size
The following table sh ows the a pproximate number of pictures that can be
stored on a 1 GB card at different image quality and size settings.
The DX Format CMOS sensor captures 12.4 million
effecti ve pi xels per image , pro ducin g 4,2 88 x
2,848-pixel i mages wit h the h igh reso lution an d
sharp detail needed for commercial assignments.
High-speed 4 -channel independe nt data output
contributes to impressive leve ls of ima ge quality
and system speed.
12.4 megapixel DX format image sensor
The D2Xs 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 fidelity.
New high-quality 2.5-inch LCD
Flexible and accurate white balance control
Advanced Auto W hite Balance (AWB) an d Auto Tone Control (ATC) systems
effectively hand le complicate d lighting conditions, achieving o ptimum white
balance along with refined color and tone reproduction. Manual white bala nce
mode selections include C olor Temperatur e mode fo r directly setting Kelv in
color temperature from 31 values between 2,500K and 10,000K. Preset mode
provides quick selecti on from 5 white balance settings that may be saved to
match the lighting conditions in known venues.
High-performance, high-resolution image processing engine
Nikon’s m ost p owerful imag e pro cessin g eng ine t o date comb ines color
independent analog pre -conditioning with improved digital image processing
algorithms. This innovative system delivers images with a natural and appealing
look that benefi ts from faithf ul colo r repro duction and r ealistic transi tions
between areas of different color and tone.
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.
Advanced noise reduction options
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
and security protocols, and also enables
wireless control of the camera f rom a
computer via t he Camera Control Pr o
software option.
Versati le o perat ion means tha t it is
possible to automatically transfer each
image as it is shot, or manually selec t
images for transfer. The transfer proceeds
invisibly a s norma l camer a oper ation
continues and it is automatically retried
if disrupted. Files may be automatically
erased from the CompactFlash memory
card once successfully transferred. The
D2Xs is fully compatible with the WT-1/1A.
Access Point
(AP)
Wireless LAN accessory attached
(Wireless Transmitter WT-2/2A)
Wireless LAN Concept Diagram
WT-2/2A illustrated (The WT-1/1A supports only FTP and IEEE 802.11b)
Ad-hoc mode
Data transfer using a notebook computer
with a wireless LAN card installed
Personal
computer*
IEEE 802.11b
FTP server FTP server
Personal
computer*
Camera
Control Pro
Camera
Control Pro
Camera
Control
PTP/IP
FTP
Data
transfer
IEEE 802.11b/g
IEEE 802.11b
IEEE 802.11b/g
Image transfer Image transfer
Infrastructure mode
Data transfer using a wireless LAN
access point
Camera
Control
Data
transfer
*FTP server unnecessary when using PTP/IP
Expanded color rendering options
Nikon’s advanced color reproduction system combines 3 available color modes
and corresponding color profile choices to offer a range of color treatments to
match specific assignments and workflow environments. The D2Xs adds a new
Black & White (sRGB) color mode choice to further expand the in-camera creative
possibilities.
Image Overlay merges a pair of selected RAW files to create a new composite
image within the c amera as a RAW, JPEG or TIFF f ile. Mu ltiple Exposur e
creates a si ngle imag e from u p to 10 exposures, and can be use d with t he
camera’s built-in interval timer.
Creative in-camera effects
RAW, TIFF and JPEG images taken using the D2Xs can be trimmed within the
camera to produce images of reduced dis play sizes ra nging from 640 x 480
to 2,560 x 1,920 pixels. The smaller files that result ca n help improve workflow
efficiency by eliminating th e time required to download and per form software
editing within a computer.
In-camera image trimming
Extended creative abilitiesCapturing the expression
Image Sensor
Image Sensor
A/D conversion
RGB 4-channel output
Optimized WB gain distribution &
A/D conversion
ASIC
(Image processing pipeline)
Faithful color reproduction
More precise pipeline quantization
General ASIC
(Image processing pipeline)
Image quality cannot be maintained
Quantum
Error
Quantum
Error
CONVENTIONAL PROCESSING SYSTEM
D2Xs PROCESSING SYSTEM
8
9
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, flexibility and customization,
freeing photographers to create productively; only in the Nikon D2Xs.
Digital quality —Wireless Transmitter WT-2/2A* (optional)
*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.
“Fine gradations, consistently smooth transitions and
unfailing color fidelity is essential to my work. The
D2Xs makes it possible to accurately portray what I
envisioned.”
Nicolaas de Bruin & Melita
Image quality mode: RAW (NEF) • Lens: AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G IF-ED • Exposure mode: [M] 1/125 second, f/7.1
• White balance: Selected color temperature (5000K) • Sensitivity: ISO-equiv. 100 New