Nikon has announced two new professional level DSLRs—the full frame, 12 megapixel D3 and the 12 megapixel D300. Packed with all the latest technology, these new Nikon cameras are sure to capture the attention of professional shooters in every corner of the photographic industry.

D3
The D3 introduces the latest advancement in Nikon sensor technology with its full frame FX format CMOS imaging sensor. This new sensor technology promises reduced noise levels and higher quality images in low-light situations with an ISO range from 200 to 6400 (expandable to an equivalent of 25,600 or down to 100). It also features the EXPEED image processing system, which allows the D3 to process massive amounts of information. The EXPEED system features 14-bit A/D conversion with 16-bit image processing. The D3 is expected to ship in November 2007.

More D3 features include:
• First ever Nikon DSLR with a full frame sensor (FX format)
• 12.1 megapixel full-frame sensor
• ISO 200 - 6400 (with boost up to ISO 25,600)
• 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 Multi-CAM3500FX autofocus sensor (51-point, 15 cross-type, more vertical coverage)
• Scene Recognition System (uses AE sensor, AF sensor)
• 10/11 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)
• 3" LCD monitor
• Live View with either phase detect (mirror up/down) or contrast detect autofocus
• Virtual horizon indicates if camera is level (like an aircraft cockpit display)
• Buttons sealed against moisture

D300
The D300 Features the Nikon DX format image sensor and shares much of the same new technology of the D3. Most notable of those points: EXPEED image processor; sensitivity up to ISO 6400 (with boost); the new 51-point autofocus system; 3" LCD monitor with a wider angle of view; and a self-cleaning sensor unit (low-pass filter vibration). The D300 is expected to ship in November 2007.

More D300 features include:
• 12.3 megapixel DX format CMOS sensor
• Self-cleaning sensor unit (low-pass filter vibration)
• ISO 200 - 3200 (6400 with boost)
• 14-bit A/D conversion
• Nikon EXPEED image processor (Capture NX processing and NR algorithms, lower power)
• Super fast operation (power-up 13 ms, shutter lag 45 ms, black-out 100 ms)
• New Multi-CAM3500DX autofocus sensor (51-point, 15 cross-type, more vertical coverage)
• Scene Recognition System (uses AE sensor, AF sensor)
• Six frames per second continuous shooting Compact Flash UDMA support
• 3" LCD monitor
• Live View with either phase detect (mirror up/down) or contrast detect Auto Focus
• Buttons sealed against moisture