12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS imaging sensor: Coupled with
Nikon's EXPEED image processing technologies and NIKKOR optics,
breathtaking image fidelity is assured.

Continuous shooting as fast as 4.5 frames-per-second: Combined
with fast 0.15ms power-up and split-second 65ms shooting lag,
dramatic action and decisive moments are captured easily.

World’s first D-SLR with an HD movie mode: Record exceptional
24fps movie clips with sound at up to 720p HD (1280 x 720 pixels)
in Motion JPEG format, enhanced by NIKKOR interchangeable lens
quality and versatility.

Low noise ISO sensitivity from 200 to 3200: High signal-to-noise
components and design deliver exceptional performance, even at high
ISO setting.

3-inch super-density 921,000-dot color LCD monitor: High resolution,
170-degree wide-angle viewing guarantees confident image review and
movie playback.

Built-in image sensor cleaning: Effective 4-frequency, ultrasonic
sensor cleaning frees image degrading dust particles from the sensor's
optical low pass filter.

11-point AF system: Consistently fast and accurate autofocus, reinforced
by the Nikon Scene Recognition System, delivers razor sharpness in a wide
variety of conditions.

One-button Live View: Easy to use Live View activates access to 3 contrast
detection focus modes including Face Priority AF.

Nikon 3D Color Matrix Metering II with Scene Recognition System: Nikon's
renowned 420-pixel RGB 3D Color Matrix Metering II, teamed with the exclusive
Scene Recognition System, evaluates images, referencing an on-board database
of over 30,000 photographic scenes, for unmatched exposure accuracy.

Comprehensive exposure control: Five advanced scene modes plus Program Auto,
Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority and Manual.

Auto Active D-Lighting: Selectable and Automatic, Active D-Lighting optimizes
details within shadows and highlights, taming high-contrast situations in real
time.

Durable, high precision shutter: Testing to over 100,000 cycles assures shutter
life and accuracy.

In-Camera Image Editing: Creative freedom stems from exclusive in-camera image
editing, featuring Fisheye effect, Straighten and Distortion Control as well as
D-Lighting, Red-eye Reduction, Image Overlay, Monochrome and more.

GPS geo-tagging: GP-1 GPS unit (optional) provides automatic real-time geo-tagging.