Nikon D4s

The ultimate professional sports and action DSLR

Nikon D4s
85/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 19
Durability 20
Price 12
Usability 18
Brand Nikon
Model 1537

Key Features

SENSOR 16.2MP Full-frame CMOS sensor with optimized architecture
PROCESSOR EXPEED 4 image processor for faster processing and improved noise reduction
AUTOFOCUS 51-point AF system with 15 cross-type sensors and Group Area AF
PHASE DETECTION Dedicated phase-detection sensor module with -2 EV sensitivity
VIDEO Full HD 1080p at 60/50/30/25/24 fps, uncompressed HDMI output
STABILIZATION No in-body stabilization; relies on VR-equipped NIKKOR lenses
BURST RATE 11 fps continuous shooting with full AF/AE tracking
VIEWFINDER Optical pentaprism with 100% frame coverage and 0.7x magnification
DISPLAY 3.2-inch TFT LCD, 921k-dot resolution, fixed position
CONNECTIVITY Gigabit Ethernet, USB 2.0, HDMI, 3.5mm mic/headphone jacks
MEMORY CARD Dual slots: 1x XQD, 1x CompactFlash (UDMA 7)
WEATHER SEALING Magnesium alloy body with extensive weather and dust sealing
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 3,020 shots per charge using EN-EL18a battery

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Nikon D4s

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ~ Limited Accessed via Mode button + Command dial
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Controlled via Command dials
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited Controlled via Command dials
AF-ON Button ✓ Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Nikon D4s

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Nikon D4s Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Nikon D4s

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Technical Specification

Sensor Full-frame CMOS (36.0 x 23.9 mm)
Resolution 16.2 Megapixels
ISO Range 100-25,600 (expandable to 50-409,600)
Autofocus 51-point AF system (15 cross-type)
Shutter Speed 1/8000 to 30 sec, Bulb
Burst Rate 11 fps
Video 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p)
Stabilization None (Lens-based)
Viewfinder Eye-level Pentaprism, 100% coverage
LCD 3.2-inch, 921k-dot, Fixed
Memory Card 1x XQD, 1x CF (Type I)
Connectivity USB 2.0, HDMI, Ethernet, Mic, Headphone
Battery Life 3,020 shots (CIPA)
Weight 1350g (with battery and card)
Dimensions 160 x 156.5 x 90.5 mm