Nikon D4
Nikon D4
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Nikon D4
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A+
We've given the D4 a grade of A+.
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This product is ranked
| 2nd | of 13 | in Professional dSLR |
| 1st | of 43 | in Nikon Digital Cameras |
| 1st | of 106 | in 14-16 Megapixels Digital Cameras |
Editor's Review
Nikon's newest top-of-the-line DSLR offers numerous upgrades to 2009's D3s and competes with Canon's 1DX. The processor and autofocus system have received a boost and the full-frame sensor has been upped to 16 megapixels. Nikon is aiming the camera squarely at photojournalists and wedding photographers who need the high ISO capability of a less-dense sensor. Those looking for more resolution will want to check out the very good D800. Nikon has also jumped head first into the video arena, with the D4 supporting multiple frame rates at 1080p. The back LCD has also been expanded to 3.2 inches for better video playback. Tests show that the D4 isn't better than the D3s at high ISOs, but retains a tad more detail due to its higher megapixel count. The one niggle is the use of XQD cards, which are extremely pricy compared to compact flash and don't seem necessary. If you want to use two cards, though, you're forced to buy into the new technology.
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Specifications
- 16.2 megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor
- 1080p video recording with mono sound
- 9fps continuous shooting
- Raw capture
- 3.2-inch LCD
- Support for Compact flash and XQD memory cards
- Ethernet port
- Water and dust resistant
- Lithium-ion battery
- Release Date: Mar 20, 2012
Nikon D4 Comments & Questions (write your own!)
Help with the D4 (Thunder — 04/12/2012)
Thanks Chris, you did more than enough. I'll be alright from here. It seems like the questions & answers came a bit out of order. maybe we were writing at the same time. I spoke to the dealer where I gave the deposit and he says we'll go over everything when the camera comes in. He's a little confused with Nikon right now too. He said they contradict themselves. He's not surprised they're not giving any units for review. He can't even get the brochures. Years ago I bought the D300 from a very early batch, I got a free "Capture NX" full version. They stopped it right away, and charged $200.00 extra for it. I have to give this computer back, I'll have mine for the weekend. I thank you very much for the information you provided. Hopefully this will work out o k. I'll let you know what happens. .... Thanks Chris
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WI-FI card (Thunder — 04/11/2012)
But you could use a WI-FI card in a camera that uses SDHC right? again, Thank You very,very much.
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Chris Weigl (04/12/2012)
You could definitely use an Eye-Fi card, yes.
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The NIKON D4 .... Maybe. But thanks for your help! (Thunder — 04/11/2012)
CHRIS, If you could just check that link for me, it's not what you intended i'm sure. I have to give this computer back in the morning...... I pick mine up Friday night. I'm hearing nuthin but bad news about the D4. I'm not so sure anymore. that's why I was wondering about the A+ I thought maybe you would have thought it was really good. Thank you very much
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D4 (Thunder — 04/11/2012)
Chris, the link is no good. I thought because you had a review on the D4 that you would know. I figured you had to wait for it, so you put up the start of the review, that's why I was looking here. It seems like this camera is off to a bad start. Everything is conflicting and Nikon techs are not too sharp either! ..... thanks
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Chris Weigl (04/11/2012)
Sorry about that, not sure what happened to that link. Here's another: cultofmac.com/159566/diy-30... think we wont see built-in wireless until at least the next generation of DSLRs. Pro shooters are slow to adopt the latest consumer trends they often perceive as "gimmicks".
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NIKON D4 question (Thunder — 04/11/2012)
One other thing on the D4, can you tell me what the Ethernet port does if it already has Wireless 802.11B,G,N WI-FI without the $1000.00 WT-5A. I know it has USB (only 2.0) sorry about all the questions but Nikon doesn't have the answers. And from what I heard the owners book is worthless. Whenever you get a chance I know thats 3 questions. Didn't Liam work with you? Thanks for whatever you can do for me.
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Chris Weigl (04/11/2012)
The D4 doesn't have 802.11 wireless without the WT-5A, although it looks like there's a really cheap workaround using the ethernet port: popphoto.com/gear/2012/04/3... used to work here but the site has undergone some management changes and he moved on to other work. I've taken over as the site's editor.
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NIKON D4 (Thunder — 04/11/2012)
The preview above doesn't say anything about XQD card. A buyer from b&h said 16GB card came with the camera. Nikon only gave a ref. number. she didn't even know what it was, or if it came with the camera. The stores don't have them. I'm near BERGER BROS. in Long Island N.Y. all the stores want me to pre-order it. They can't say how long it takes. When they send you a review camera, you'll know what it comes with right? They should all be the same right?
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Chris Weigl (04/11/2012)
It looks like XQD cards are just starting to hit the market (albeit at ridiculous prices). Remember, too, that the D4 has a CF slot as well so you should be good to go with those.
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Waiting for D4 actual review (Thunder — 04/10/2012)
people are already using the D4, B&H sold some B4 their holiday. When will you have one to do a real review?
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Chris Weigl (04/11/2012)
Frankly, it's unlikely we'll be receiving one because DC-HQ is mostly geared toward consumer cameras.
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Thunder (04/07/2012)
It says Editor's Preview. WHO IS THE EDITOR? Who gave it the A+
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Chris Weigl (04/09/2012)
I'm the editor. If you have questions about our grading system check out our About Us page: digitalcamera-hq.com/about_... be updating the writeup once serious reviews start hitting the web and there's some real content to go by. As of right now I stand by the rating based on the specifications and previews.
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price (james — 03/27/2012)
i want to no the price
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Chris Weigl (03/28/2012)
It's $5999.
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