Lateral chromatic aberration reduction
Color fringes, also known as chromatic aberration, are
generated because varying wavelengths of light result in
slightly different magnifications. To overcome this unwanted
effect, the D700 incorporates Nikon’s exclusive lateral
chromatic aberration reduction function. Unlike conventional
correction methods that merely eliminate the colors of
chromatic aberration, Nikon’s method compensates for the
differences in the resolving index for each color, making it
particularly effective for reducing the image distortion at
the edges of a frame in addition to improving image quality
throughout the entire frame. Moreover, because aberration
is corrected regardless of lens type, this feature delivers
sharper images whichever NIKKOR you use.
Integrated Dust Reduction System
Nikon meticulously developed this system, analyzing the
characteristics of a myriad of image-degrading particulates so
as to fully evaluate performance and reliability in a wide range
of temperatures and humidity levels. One key component
of the system is the Image Sensor Cleaning function, which
employs piezoelectric elements to generate vibrations at four
specific frequencies to optimize dust removal. Image Sensor
Cleaning can be set for automatic activation when the camera
is turned on and off, or at any time the photographer feels it's
necessary.
Without
With
Lateral chromatic
aberration reduction
• Lens: AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED • Exposure: [M] mode, 1/4 second, f/11
• White balance: Auto • Sensitivity: ISO 200 • Picture Control: Vivid
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The D700 enables you to use a broad spectrum of NIKKOR
lenses while retaining the lens’ native angle of view. In crop
mode, you can broaden the D700’s versatility through the
use of DX NIKKORs. And up to nine manual focus NIKKORs
can be registered to provide even more D700 system
compatibility.
The NIKKOR lens advantage
The praise heaped upon NIKKOR interchangeable lenses has
been earned legitimately. So prepare yourself for images that
exhibit extraordinary sharpness, color, saturation and contrast
— from a comprehensive selection of outstanding zoom,
super wideangle, wideangle, normal, telephoto and super
telephoto NIKKOR lenses. The Nikon FX format enables
photographers to once again take advantage of the familiar
perspective characteristics of 35mm film photography. And
Nikon has painstakingly adapted the specific characteristics
of a wide range of NIKKORs, both old and new, to the D700’s
Nikon FX-format sensor for superb results.
Nikon FX format and renowned NIKKOR lens es: Made for each other
Your foundation for exceptional images: The
12.1-megapixel Nikon FX-format CMOS sensor
Incorporating the same Nikon-original FX-format CMOS
imaging sensor developed for the groundbreaking D3, the
new Nikon D700 delivers immaculately clean images. Indeed,
the combination of the overall precision and light-handling
efficiency of this sensor with the legendary performance of
NIKKOR interchangeable lenses is integral to the outstanding
picture quality shared by these two extraordinary cameras.
Nikon engineers understand the importance of transforming
light into electrical signals as early in the process as possible,
so they conducted a vast number of trials to construct a
sophisticated imaging sensor design featuring nanometric
precision and absolute minimum loss. This is one of the key
reasons that images produced by the D700 don't simply rival
the resolution and tonal nuances of film — it's a standard
that the D700 clearly exceeds. The large Nikon FX format
and 12.1-megapixel resolution are major factors supporting
this incomparable image quality. Each pixel
has ample space to preserve details —
even in shadows and highlights — that
lesser cameras find impossible. With
this level of quality, you can expect
image integrity that goes far
beyond
the numbers
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• Lens: AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED • Exposure: [A] mode, 1/800 second, f/11 • White balance: Auto • Sensitivity: ISO 400 • Picture Control: Standard
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D700 Image Sensor Cleaning function
Piezoelectric element