Nikon D3 # First ever Nikon DSLR with a Full-Frame (36 x 24 mm) sensor (coined FX format)
# 12.1 megapixel full-frame sensor (8.45µm pixel pitch)
# ISO 200 - 6400 (with boost up to ISO 25,600)
# Also supports DX lenses, viewfinder automatically masks (5.1 megapixels with DX lens)
# 5:4 ratio crop mode (10 megapixels, up to 9 fps, viewfinder masked)
# 14-bit A/D conversion, 12 channel readout
# Nikon EXPEED image processor (Capture NX processing and NR algorithms, lower power)
# Super fast operation (power-up 12 ms, shutter lag 41 ms, black-out 74 ms)
# New Kevlar / carbon fibre composite shutter with 300,000 exposure durability
# New Multi-CAM3500FX Auto Focus sensor (51-point, 15 cross-type, more vertical coverage)
# Auto-focus tracking by color (using information from 1005-pixel AE sensor)
# Auto-focus calibration (fine-tuning) now available (fixed body or up to 20 separate lens settings)
# Scene Recognition System (uses AE sensor, AF sensor)
# Picture Control image parameter presets (replace Color Modes I, II and III)
# Custom image parameters now support brightness as well as contrast
# Nine frames per second continuous with auto-focus tracking
# Eleven frames per second continuous without auto-focus tracking
# Ten / eleven frames per second continuous in DX-crop mode (AF / no-AF)
# Dual Compact Flash card slots (overflow, back-up, RAW on 1 / JPEG on 2, copy)
# Compact Flash UDMA support
# 3.0″ 922,000 pixel LCD monitor
# Live View with either phase detect (mirror up/down) or contrast detect Auto Focus
# Virtual horizon indicates if camera is level (like an aircraft cockpit display)
# HDMI HD video output
# ‘Active D-Lighting’ (adjusts metering as well as applying D-Lighting curve)
# Detailed ‘Control Panel’ type display on LCD monitor, changes color in darkness
# New MB-D10 vertical grip fully integrates into body, multi battery type compatible
# Buttons sealed against moisture
# Dual battery charger as standard

And the list gos on…

1. and why ken himself recommends the 5d for landscape huh?

   Posted by renner77 | August 7, 2008, 6:39 am

2. ehm…….try it yourself, i know Ken Rockwell…nice reviews nd stuff, but actually you should try yourself ok?

   Posted by renner77 | August 10, 2008, 2:45 pm

3. Do you frequently listen to Ken Rockwell? Sharpness has nothing to do with the camera body. It has to do with your lenses and your out-camera sharpening on RAW files. The 5D tends to do that well, but it has nothing to do with the camera itself.

   Posted by centerfugee | August 13, 2008, 5:30 pm

4. for landscape photopraph keep your 5d its much sharper than the D3

   Posted by renner77 | August 17, 2008, 1:47 am

5. I have a 5D, and I have a lot of L glass, but I really am thinking of getting a D3, because of its speed, performance and ergonomics. Also, there are some Nikon lenses that really appeal to me at the moment. My brother shoots with a 1Ds Mark III, and he’s going to get mad at me for wanting a D3.

   Posted by centerfugee | August 20, 2008, 11:22 am

6. Shame the D3 is better!

   Posted by DrumMasterT | August 20, 2008, 11:32 pm

7. I’ve got a Canon 1D MKIII , and a D3; they’re both great, but if I had to pick one for that once in a lifetime shot, it would be the Canon 1D MKIII; the AF is dead on, it’s faster, and if it’s OOF, it’s my fault, not the camera’s. My wife loved it so much, she stole it, and now I’ll be buying another one

   Posted by 8jynsrdzcw7p592 | August 23, 2008, 5:24 am

8. just try both cameras, see for yourself the difference! D3 feels much better in my hand then the 5d. The button layout and design feels so much more natural on all Nikons to me over the Canons. Don’t get me wrong, the Canon cameras are really good, just I preffer Nikon. I own both Nikons and Canons.

   Posted by Shmithers | August 24, 2008, 6:56 pm

9. Leica forever!!!

   Posted by number1Schumacherfan | August 26, 2008, 9:14 pm

10. canon has the better lenses too. face facts my friend. D3 is an awesome camera but not good enough to switch from my canon 5d. The 5d is the best camera for its price point ….end of story

    Posted by gobblegobblechew | August 29, 2008, 11:46 pm

11. another dumb canon user..

    Posted by Mmunchies | September 1, 2008, 11:37 pm

12. uh, no i do not agree

    Posted by Mmunchies | September 2, 2008, 6:22 am

13. could have had a canon 5d for half the price and just as good of camera as the D3.

    Posted by gobblegobblechew | September 5, 2008, 6:19 am

14. ignorance is bliss, eh?

    Posted by veyronman | September 7, 2008, 4:33 pm

15. The product’s all right - shame the company is so amateur.

    Posted by AlseyWalsey | September 10, 2008, 9:45 am

16. I’ve had (D1H, D1X,) 2x D2X and also a D2Xs. Rest assured, that in Brit parlance, the D3 kicks the shit out the D2-series cameras. FF needs a bit of getting used to, but otherwise a fantastic piece of kit.
    And forget the D300 for your type of work. I’ve had a D300, and have just sold it. Nothing intrinsically wrong, but those who’ve used the pro Nikon bodies will understand. It’s a feel and confidence thing.
    Good luck mate (from one who did 16yrs in the UK military)

    Posted by OboeMad | September 10, 2008, 6:12 pm

17. nice vids, pics, and camera =D

    Posted by thejarred89 | September 11, 2008, 3:22 pm

18. That’s what she said.

    Posted by charlesviper | September 12, 2008, 10:44 pm

19. d40x is 3 fps, like the d80 the d40 is only 2.5

    Posted by natswoo | September 13, 2008, 2:52 pm

20. that one serious piece of equipment, look at that thing massive in a girls hands ,

    Posted by reggieschuey | September 14, 2008, 7:50 pm

21. I am British Army Combat photographer and I recently shot all my work using D2Xs. I use 2 bodies and despite the dust and heat, it delivered every time. For a sample of my work please search WarTTL. Regards to all and look forward to the D3 with much interest

    Posted by WarTTL | September 15, 2008, 2:37 am

22. ROFL… go away lamer

    Posted by hormonbehandlung | September 16, 2008, 6:22 pm

23. yer ryte mate!
    xD

    Its 2.5 to 3 fps Happy new year!!! wooooooohoooo!

    Posted by vitorcui | September 17, 2008, 6:26 pm