Nikon D3X (Digital SLR Cameras)

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Product Age Average review date: 11-07-2009

Rank 79 

alaScore 73

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242 reviews

May, 2012

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D3x is an amazing camera

By ky1dog (photoanswers.co.uk) Read the full review

I upgraded to the D3x from a D700 The clarity and detail from this camera is awesome I might add the price is coming down significantly too.as for its noise levels they are extremely good and very clean

Jan, 2010 2010-01-12   5

Nikon D3X

By Altti (dpreview.com) Read the full review

After using years of Canon slr's (and Nikon before that) I really enjoyed this body. The image quality is excellent, construction is next to no-one. Every button is just where it should be. Awesome machine. In my opinion even the price is now very...

Not used long enough to face any

Mar, 2010 2010-03-23   4.7

Nikon D3X

By Joaquinnekuh (dpreview.com) Read the full review

Only to pirinchov! Please compare all Sony reviews.....

Feb, 2010 2010-02-11   4.7

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Manufacturer's Description

Extreme-resolution photography once meant a sacrifice in mobility, versatility and spontaneity. Now, the Nikon D3X builds upon the world-renowned D3, merging 24.5 megapixels of imaging performance with the speed and handling characteristics that today's photography demands: exquisite detail and tonal range in an ergonomically superior digital SLR body with comprehensive protection against dust, moisture and electromagnetic interference. Work within ISO 100 and ISO 1600 for spectacularly clean...

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alaTest has collected and analysed 242 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers are impressed by the performance and image quality, but many are negative about the portability and sensor.

We analysed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital SLR Cameras the Nikon D3X is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 73/100 = Good quality.

May, 2012 2012-05-19 alaScore 73 3.7

Nikon D3x DSLR camera review

By Doug Harman (pocket-lint.com)

The Nikon D3, this camera's predecessor, was a camera optimising excellence in almost all areas. Enter the D3x, a camera that builds further on the superlatives already meted out to its predecessor. The D3x is pretty much identical to the D3, a camera...

Build and handling, superb image quality, ergonomics, screen size, AF performance, White Balance control, EXPEED image processing and noise control

No Anti dust system

The Nikon D3x builds on the previous D3 model providing double the resolution on a full frame “FX” format sensor. The camera is every bit as good as the D3 and provides a stunning level of control and image clarity

It’s worth noting, as with the D3, there’s a penalty to pay using the smaller crops, the DX format crop drops the image resolution to 10.4-megapixels, and the 5 x 4 crop provides 20.3-megapixels. In short, Nikon has created a camera that can use all...

Jan, 2009 2009-01-28   4.5

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Nikon D3x Digital SLR

By Cliff Smith (trustedreviews.com)

Award: Editor's Choice!

Nikon's top professional DSLR is the leader of the pack

It pretty much goes without saying that the Nikon D3x is an incredibly good camera, with the kind of performance, rugged reliability, versatility and most importantly image quality demanded by the top professionals. It is big, heavy and quite...

Aug, 2009 2009-08-15   5

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Nikon D3x review

By Ben Baird (techradar.com)

Nikon is the latest DSLR manufacturer to jump on the ultra high-resolution bandwagon, and it's new D3x is on sale at a photographic store near you for £5500. Wait, that can't be right, surely?

Highest resolution available ; Ultra tough body ; Unmatched customisation otions

No sensor-cleaning ; Live View not as good as D90 ; Exensive

Jan, 2009 2009-01-09   4

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Nikon D3x DSLR - Preview

By Jay Werfalli (trustedreviews.com)

After the pre-launch leaks, it's now here and in the shops soon. Jay has a quick play.

Dec, 2008 2008-12-02 No rating -0.1

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European Professional Camera 2009-2010 -> Nikon D3x

By EISA (eisa-awards.org)

Award: EISA Award!

With its ultra-high 24.4 million-pixel resolution and full frame imaging sensor, the Nikon D3X is a dream for the professional photographer who mixes studio assignments with fast moving dynamic subjects outdoors. The D3X is capable of an image quality...

With an enormous range of features the D3X is a top-class modern pro-camera that offers total control over the image, from the moment of composition in the large viewfinder to the output of a ready-to-use digital file.

Jun, 2009 2009-06-01 No rating -0.1

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Nikon D3x

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Award: TIPA Award!

Designed on the D3, the Nikon D3x with a 24.4 MP 24x36mm sensor is dedicated to true skilled pro photographers. Beautifully built, with a super 100% viewfinder and a reassuring grip, the D3x combines very high resolution and sensitivity. A first great...

Apr, 2009 2009-04-01 No rating -0.1

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First Take: Nikon D3x

By Leonard Goh (asia.cnet.com)

The standard for professional-grade dSLRs has just been raised with the introduction of this full-frame camera.

Dec, 2008 2008-12-05 No rating -0.1

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Nikon D3x as a landscape photographers camera?

By (ephotozine.com)

John Gravett of Lakeland Photographic Holidays takes the Nikon D3x out in the Lake District and puts it to the test.

Apr, 2010 2010-04-30   4

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Nikon D3x Review

By (digitalslrphoto.com)

Nikon's latest full-frame flagship DSLR offers a staggering 24.5-megapixel-resolution. Pro photographer Ross Hoddinott puts it through its paces

Whilst the increase in resolution might be a major jump, aside from this, so little has changed that you could obtain all the information you need to know about the D3x by simply reading a detailed review of the D3. It shares the same high-resolution...

Its 170º viewing angle makes it easy to check composition if using LiveView – although this isn’t a function I can imagine many photographers using on this particular model. Having been incorporated in the D3, the performance of its Multi-CAM 3500FX...

Aug, 2009 2009-08-04   4.6

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Nikon D3x

By Doug Harman (best4reviews.com)

The Nikon D3x updates the 12-megapixel D3 providing double the resolution on a full frame “FX” format sensor. But is it as good as the D3? Doug Harman finds out in this the D3x full Best4Reviews test.

Build and handling, Superb image quality, Ergonomics, Screen size, AF performance, White Balance control, EXPEED image processing and noise control

No Anti dust system

The D3x would easily have got a top Best4Reviews rating of six stars – had it not been so pricey. But even so, this is a camera that should be a serious contender for anyone thinking of splashing money on a digital back, which would set you back far...

Needless to say, the D3x is a stunning camera and a stunning performer. Any photographer, be they landscape, portrait or social photographer, can dream of owning one, and even though you may need a to take out small mortgage in order to afford to have...

Mar, 2009 2009-03-24   5

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alaTest has collected and analysed 9 user reviews of the Nikon D3X from amazon.co.uk. The user reviews were collected from Jul, 2009 to Sep, 2011. The average user rating from amazon.co.uk is 87 out of 100.

  9 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of the Nikon D3X from photoanswers.co.uk. This user review was collected in 2010-01-12, with a rating of 100 out of 100.

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D3x is an amazing camera

I upgraded to the D3x from a D700 The clarity and detail from this camera is awesome I might add the price is coming down significantly too.as for its

  1 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analysed 20 user reviews of the Nikon D3X from dpreview.com. The user reviews were collected from Dec, 2008 to Mar, 2010. The average user rating from dpreview.com is 85 out of 100.

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Nikon D3X

After using years of Canon slr's (and Nikon before that) I really enjoyed this body. The image quality is excellent, construction is next to no-one. E

Nikon D3X

Only to pirinchov! Please compare all Sony reviews.....

Nikon D3X

brilliant camera excellent detail at �4740 not that expensive compared to other pro cameras none

Nikon D3X

The camera is great. I do not know why "pirinchov" always has such bad reviews with all Nikon cameras. Pirinchov, you are an idiot, paid by other came

  18 Users positive 2 Users negative

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of the Nikon D3X from cnet.com.au. This user review was collected in 2010-11-26, with a rating of 10 out of 100.

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Nikon D3X

I am in the market for one of these cameras and have been shopping around. The best price I can get for an "Aussie" based D3x is $9200 after trade in.

  1 Users negative

alaTest has collected and analysed 3 user reviews of the Nikon D3X from jr.com. The user reviews were collected from Dec, 2009 to Apr, 2010. The average user rating from jr.com is 100 out of 100.

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great tool..

It\'s basically a D3 with a 24Meg pixels sensor. Color rendition is truer than the Canon 1Ds MK 3...

great tool..

It's basically a D3 with a 24Meg pixels sensor. Color rendition is truer than the Canon 1Ds MK 3... Easy To Use","Excellent Sound","Good Warmth","Por

Incredible Camera - Only drawback: Price

This is an amazing camera and, in my opinion, the best all-around pro studio & location camera. The 24+megapixel resolution, top-rated sensor with ext

  3 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analysed 16 user reviews of the Nikon D3X from amazon.com. The user reviews were collected from Feb, 2009 to Jan, 2012. The average user rating from amazon.com is 83 out of 100.

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If you like to throw arround with money, this is the right item for you!

This bundle is nothing but much, much more expansive than the single price for all of the items.

cost way too much

I thought you are supposed to get a good deal when you buy a bundle, not the case here. you can buy the same lenses and camera from B&H photo for 12,2

The High ISO tests against the 5D2 & D700

The High ISO tests against the 5D2 & D700 I bought a D3x this week and the first thing I wanted to do was compare it to the two other bodies in our ho

Nikon D3x another winner in a long line of quality

Nikon D3x another winner in a long line of quality I've had Nikon Cameras for quite some time and this is not a novice camera. The spec's tell the sto

  13 Users positive 3 Users negative

alaTest has collected and analysed 39 user reviews of the Nikon D3X from ciao.com. The user reviews were collected from Jan, 2009 to May, 2009. The average user rating from ciao.com is 91 out of 100.

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New favorite

Sony α900 full-frame digital SLR in the body in the ranks of the existing players, provided one of the more than 24 million effective pixels, from a c

SLR Nikon D3x

Nikon is proud to announce that the new 24.5-megapixel FX-format (35.9 x 24.0mm) D3X DSLR! Participation in prices of 12.1-megapixel D3, the D3X resol

Nikon D3X

Nikon EXPEED image processing technologies EXPEED extends and assures breathtakingly rich image fidelity and reduces noise, even at high ISOs. * 138 M

Nikon D3X

For the 140MB file 16bitTIFF-RGB, Nikon claims its system of quality comparable to those in the frame. D3X still use EXPEED image processing engine, S

  39 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of the Nikon D3X from photographyreview.com. This user review was collected in 2009-01-17, with a rating of 100 out of 100.

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Nikon D3X

Got mine while the sterling was rock bottom and before Nikon raised the prices accordingly, and as I was working out of the country in Afghanistan, it

  1 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of the Nikon D3X from pricegrabber.com. This user review was collected in 2006-01-01, with a rating of 20 out of 100.

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Nikon D3X Black SLR Digital Camera Body Only

In a nut shell D3x has the great 24megapixel. That's it! It's slower than the D3($4300) the ISO range is really suited for slower photography since it

  1 Users negative

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of the Nikon D3X from reviewstream.com. This user review was collected in 2010-09-10, with a rating of 100 out of 100.

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Nikon D3X

This camera is SUBLIME!! I am a professional photographer and depend on my equipment to survive. And this camera has taken my photography to the next

  1 Users positive

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Nikon D3X: product specifications

Battery
Battery Form Factor
Manufacturer specific
Manufacturer Battery Name
Nikon EN-EL4a
Camera Flash
Type
 None
Digital Camera
Digital Camera Type
SLR
Supported Flash Memory
CompactFlash / Microdrive
Dimensions & Weight
Depth
8.8cm
Height
15.7cm
Weight
1.22kg
Width
16cm
Display (Projector)
Diagonal Size
3in
Diagonal Size (metric)
7.6cm
Display Form Factor
Built-in
Technology
TFT active matrix
Type
LCD display
Header
Manufacturer
Nikon
Model
D3X
Packaged Quantity
1
Product Line
Nikon
Lens System
Lens for SD
Body only
Miscellaneous
Microsoft Certification
Certified for Windows Vista
Optical Sensor
Optical Sensor Size
24 x 35.9mm
Optical Sensor Size (metric)
24 x 35.9 mm
Optical Sensor Type
CMOS
Sensor Resolution
24.5Megapixel
Optical Viewfinder
Type
Fixed eye-level pentaprism
Storage Floppy Drive
Type
 None
Video Input
ISO (Max)
6400
Light Sensitivity
ISO 50 - 6400
Special Effects
Monochrome / Neutral / Vivid
Still Image Format
JPEG / NEF (RAW) / RAW + JPEG / TIFF
Type
Digital camera
Viewfinder
Viewfinder Type
Optical

Manufacturer's Description


Extreme-resolution photography once meant a sacrifice in mobility, versatility and spontaneity. Now, the Nikon D3X builds upon the world-renowned D3, merging 24.5 megapixels of imaging performance with the speed and handling characteristics that today's photography demands: exquisite detail and tonal range in an ergonomically superior digital SLR body with comprehensive protection against dust, moisture and electromagnetic interference. Work within ISO 100 and ISO 1600 for spectacularly clean and sharp images, even in harsh conditions. The D3X's intuitive layout makes it easier to respond instantly to rapidly changing situations. With Nikon's Total Imaging System on their side, demanding photographers can better realize their vision, using the comprehensive range of renowned NIKKOR lenses and the incomparable Creative Lighting System to adapt to any assignment or shooting situation. That's creative freedom. With the D3X, the world is your studio.

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