NIKON D2X SLR 12.4 Megapixel Digital Camera
- Supplied Accessories – Type-B Focusing Screen, Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4, Quick Charger MH-21, Body Cap, Camera Strap AN-D2X, A/V Cable
- Image Size – Full Image – [L] 4,288 x 2,848-pixel / [M] 3,216 x 2,136-pixel / [S] 2,144 x 1,424-pixel, High Speed Cropped Image
- Storage Media – CompactFlash Card (Type I / II) and Microdrive.
- 2.5 LCD Screen
- Exposure Control – Programmed Auto with Flexible Program [P], Shutter-Priority Auto [S], Aperture-Priority Auto [A], Manual [M]
Point And Shoot Digital Cameras Product Description
Nikon has integrated the best of its world-leading camera expertise with stunning advances in digital technologies to realize the only digital SLR camera truly equipped to meet the changing landscape of professional photography. The Nikon D2X blends for the first time the high levels of resolution commercial clients demand with class-leading levels of speed, handling and consistent color. Workflow remains efficient and consistent, even under difficult conditions, yielding output of the finest quality with the detail to allow editing as the assignment demands. The Nikon D2X, ready to expand the realm of digital photography…. More >>
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10:53 am on November 8th, 2009
This camera, if used the way its manufacturer demands is excellent. There is a problem. Suppose you have a need to mount it on a telescope or a microscope or a T mount, or on a bellows. Then you are out of luck, saddled with a technical miracle but intended to limit your photography and imagination to what Nikon wants you to have. If you want your camera to serve you in however you need to use it, you are better off with a light meter and a much cheaper rig.
Rating: 3 / 5
1:10 pm on November 8th, 2009
$5,250?????? Amazon’s price for this outdated DX format camera is insulting…
Amazon wants less ($4,350) for the full frame D3!!!
Is there anything magical about this older camera for it to demand such a price?
Rating: 3 / 5
3:26 pm on November 8th, 2009
I have been using manual film cameras for years. I wanted to get something a bit smaller, faster, more convenient. For someone used to the electronic 35mm cameras this would be the way to go. Photo quality and convenience is excellent.
The problem I found with it is that in the controlled environment of the studio I would always have it on full manual controls. I was using it the same way that I would use the old fashoined film camera with no batteries. While the Nikon takes excellent quality photos, my banged up old RB67 with a set of KL lenses just blows it away. It cannot even come close to the photo quality of the 4×5 camera. Add in the amazing capabilites of the 4×5 view camera and that is still the studio workhorse.
Of course when it comes to working with models, a view camera is not the ideal choice. I was hoping for a replacement for the 6×7 for working with models. The sets almost always tricked the exposure meter and I was back to using the light meter with the camera on manual settings. No advantage to using a computer camera there. You are still working at manual speed. While the photo quality of the Nikon is excellent, it still does not compare to 6×7 with good lenses for enlargements.
For location shoots with models the computerized automatic everything Nikon comes into its own. It is definitely an improvement over the RB67 in speed and ease of use. But the photo quality cannot match the RB67. The auto exposure and focus is definitely much easier on the models. Is it worth the sacrifice on photo quality? I am still undecided about that.
When it comes to landscape photography the Nikon stayed at home. The 4×5 view camera is the only choice for that.
The Nikon D2X is an excelent camera. But I think that it is not for me. I primarily use medium and large format equipment. Medium format is slow. Large format is very, very slow! And expensive. $2 to $3 per exposure for large format film plus processing. Digital is fast and cheap. For landscape and studio work I will stay with film. Medium and large format film is the way to go there. That is most of my work. For on location work with models, the Nikon gives medium format some competition.
The Nikon D2X is an excellent camera. My problem is mostly with the format and no tthe quality of the camera. If you are doing product photography for a big catalog, the Nikon is the way to go. If you are photographing wedding the Nikon is the camera for you. If you are doing portraits for clients the instant gratification for the client is quite useful. I think that the Nikon D2X would be the ideal choice for sports and wildlife photography where long fast lenses come into play. For the artsy stuff, big formats and film are still the way to go.
I have sold the camera and replaced it with one of those tiny $500 point and shoot cameras. The cheap camera fits in my pocket and does a suitable job for the family photos and such. The cheap camera works great for vacations. I will stay with the film for the professional work.
The Nikon D2X cannot beat a larger format film camera when it comes to studio or landscape work. It may be the choice for working with models on location. Economics makes it the choice for product, wedding photography. Coupled with the big fast lenses it is definity the camera of choice for sports and wildlife photography. The Nikon D2X is an excellent camera. But it is not the camera of choice for the work that I do.
Rating: 5 / 5
6:04 pm on November 8th, 2009
The camera was sold as written: Like New condition: very clean, clear, xlnt quality, well packaged, sent and received. Good price for this camera. I’m professional photographer, i steel use DX format Nikon’s brend for my work: wedding photography, studio, people, nature, travel.
Rating: 5 / 5
7:53 pm on November 8th, 2009
This is the first real digital camera that I purchased. Imagine dropping 5K for a camera sight unseen! It is worth it! I am an serious underwater photographer, and have shot nothing but film for years. This was the first Nikon camera that I felt was suitable for replacing a film camera. I was not disapointed. It is a wonderful camera, and has very very sharp accurate colors. If you are considering a real digital SLR and are willing to spend the money this is a good camera to consider.
If all you want to do is take snapshots, look at a D-70 or Cannon Digital Rebel
Jim Christensen
http://www.uwphoto.net
For an incredible review which covers every aspect of this camera an more, check out http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikond2x/
Rating: 5 / 5