Lightweight,
tough magnesium body
A rugged magne-
sium (Mg) body
lends valuable
rigidity and
strength to the D1
and allows for
lighter, smaller
construction, mak-
ing the camera
remarkably
resilient yet portable. This
eminently portable, super-solid
Nikon construction featuring a high resis-
tance to penetration by water drops
matching the F5, enables the D1 to func-
tion in a variety of situations and under
the most adverse conditions.
Operability rivaling Nikon
F5 and F100
From its predecessors, the renowned F5 and
F100, the D1 inherits the dual command-dial
style, which simplifies and accelerates oper-
ation. The Custom Setting feature enables
you to bypass the camera’s default 31 set-
tings and create your own assortment of set-
tings (two groups can be memorized and
recalled). Add an intelligent control
layout and the ability to easily take vertical
shots, and you’ve got a camera with a degree
of operability rivaling Nikon’s finest SLRs.
Viewfinder
The D1 provides an optical-type fixed
eye-level pentaprism viewfinder which
features frame coverage of approx. 96%,
a high eyepoint at 22mm at -1 DP, and a
diopter adjustment within -3 to +1 DP.
Eyepiece shutter
During self-timer operation or for remote
use, you can use the eyepiece shutter to
prevent unwanted light from entering.
Focusing screen
The B-type BriteView
clear Matte screen III,
which enables an unob-
structed view and easy
focusing on their overall
matte surfaces, is inter-
changeable with the
optional E-type screen
with grid for the F100.
This makes it ideal for
perspective shooting.
LCD Monitor
2.0-in., 114,000-dot low temp.
polysilicon TFT
The large, easy-to-view LCD Monitor
displays the captured images, menus and
histogram indications. In capture preview
mode, you can see the image before
processing. This allows you to decide
whether to store or delete the data prior
to it being processed.
Histogram indication
If you set the Playback function to Histogram
indication, you can see the histogram of the
captured image in the LCD Monitor. Cues
are also provided to allow you to reset
menus for the next shot.
Thumbnail playback and Slide show
A nine-segment thumbnail playback
mode is available. In Slide show mode,
you can view captured images, which
advance one at a time automatically, in
sequence.
NTSC/PAL selectable
You can view D1 images on an NTSC- or
PAL-system monitor.
Exposure control
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The D1 provides convenient auto exposure
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Histogram indication
Thumbnail playback
(9 segments)
Enhanced
operability
Type-B
(BriteView clear Matte screen III)
Type-E
(optional screen with grid)
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◆
Lens : AF-S Nikkor 80-200mm f/2.8D IF-ED
◆
Width : 2,000 pixels
◆
Height : 1,312 pixels
◆
Sensitivity : ISO 200 equivalency
◆
Aperture : f/3.5
◆
Shutter speed : 1/320 sec.
◆
Exposure mode : Aperture-Priority Auto
◆
Shooting mode : Single frame
◆
Focus mode : Single Servo AF
◆
Exposure metering mode :
3D Color Matrix Metering
◆
White balance : Cloudy weather -2
• In compliance with
“Design rule for
Camera File
system” standard
• In compliance with
“Digital Print
Operation Format”
standard
choose any deviation from the correct
exposure value in precise 1/3 EV steps.
Exposure compensation
Ranges from –5 to +5 EV in 1/2 or 1/3
EV steps, for creative exposure control.
Instant exposure compensation is possible
even during shooting, using either of the
two command dials via Custom Setting.
Furthermore, Auto Exposure
Bracketing of two or three frames in
1/3 to 1 EV steps is possible in all
exposure modes.
Versatile usage
The D1 provides various features that
further increase the camera’s versatility.
The flash sync terminal enables the use
of large flash units for studio photography.
The Anti-vibration mode effects a delay
between the instant of shutter release and
image capture in order to prevent mirror
shock, delivering the successful output that
is crucial in such specialized applications
as photomicrography.
[
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Lens : AF-S Nikkor 80-200mm f/2.8D IF-ED
◆
Width : 2,000 pixels
◆
Height : 1,312 pixels
◆
Sensitivity : ISO 200 equivalency
◆
Aperture : f/4
◆
Shutter speed : 1/250 sec.
◆
Exposure mode : Shutter-Priority Auto
◆
Shooting mode : Single frame
◆
Focus mode : Continuous Sevo AF
◆
Exposure metering mode : Spot Metering
◆
White balance : Cloudy weather ±0
Quality
High speed
Convenience
Using “Nikon View DX”, data recorded
in the CF card in the D1 body can be
recognized as independent media on the
desktop of the computer via the
IEEE1394 interface.
“Nikon Capture” Control Software
Via an IEEE1394 interface, “Nikon
Capture” allows you to operate virtually
all functions of the D1 — including image
data reading, remote shooting and custom
settings such as tone compensation —
from your personal computer. Since the
image data are directly transmitted to and
stored in your computer without memory
cards, you have plenty of time to read
data, making it great for studio photo
shooting. It also downloads and processes
12-bit Raw data — direct output data of
the CCD image sensor — to reproduce
2.7-megapixel Raw images.
NOTE: “Nikon Capture” is needed to reproduce Raw/YCbCr-TIFF
mode; “Nikon View DX” is needed to reproduce
YCbCr-TIFF mode.
Interchangeable Ni-MH
Battery Pack EN-4
With the optional interchangeable Ni-MH
Battery Pack EN-4, you can enjoy up to
approx. 1,000 picture’s
*
worth of extended
shooting thanks to the long-life, durable and
rechargeable Ni-MH battery. It can be
recharged using the optional Quick Charger
MH-16 (the F100’s Quick Charger MH-15
and the E3’s EH-3 can also be used).
* Under Nikon’s testing conditions
New Speedlight SB-28DX
In addition to offering all the
features of Nikon’s SB-28
Speedlight, this new flash unit
gives the D1 TTL flash control
capability. The SB-28DX unit
offers most of the same
advanced flash control features
as the SB-28 Speedlight, and is
compatible with current Nikon
SLR cameras. The SB-28DX features 3D
Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash, designed
specifically for the D1. It also equips the D1
with AA (Auto Aperture) Flash capability.
10-pin remote control accessories
Compatible with Remote Cord
MC-20/MC-30/MC-22,
Modulite Remote Control Set
ML-3, Adapter Cord MC-25,
and other accessories.
CompactFlash
™
Card (Type I/II)
The CompactFlash
™
(CF) Card is a
removable mass storage device which
boasts durable construction and easy
expandability. It is also compatible with
Type I/II, ensuring greater compatibility and
interoperability in the future.
Dedicated software
Nikon has designed dedicated software,
available separately, which affords you the
freedom to be more explorative in digital
imaging, while allowing you systematic
control via a
personal computer.
“Nikon View DX”
Browser Software
“Nikon View DX”
enables you to
browse the image
data taken by the
D1 on the screen
of the personal
computer and save
image data on a
hard disk or other
storage media.
Broader
compatibility
F-mount Nikkor lenses
Virtually any Nikkor lens featuring the
Nikon F-mount can be used with the D1 —
over 80 lenses in all, including the AF-S
Nikkor lens lineup which features ultra-fast,
quiet autofocus operation. D1 picture angle
is equivalent to approx. 1.5
x
focal length in
35mm [135] format.
PC Micro-Nikkor 85mm f/2.8D
Equipped with a tilt/shift mechanism, this lens is
recommended for commercial photographers
who will use the D1 to take tabletop
product photos.
“Nikon View DX” Browser Software
“Nikon Capture” Control Software
AC Adapter
EH-4
Quick Charger
MH-16
Ni-MH Battery Pack
EN-4
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Lens : PC Micro-Nikkor 85mm f/2.8D
◆
Width : 2,000 pixels
◆
Height : 1,312 pixels
◆
Sensitivity : ISO 200 equivalency
◆
Aperture : f/8.5
◆
Shutter speed : 1/400 sec.
◆
Exposure mode : Manual
◆
Shooting mode : Single frame
◆
Focus mode : Manual
◆
Exposure metering mode : 3D Color Matrix Metering
◆
White balance : Flash ±0
Studio photography using multiple flash
◆
Lens : AF-S Nikkor 80-200mm f/2.8D IF-ED
◆
Width : 1,312 pixels
◆
Height : 2,000 pixels
◆
Sensitivity : ISO 200 equivalency
◆
Aperture : f/16
◆
Shutter speed : 1/400 sec.
◆
Exposure mode : Manual
◆
Shooting mode : Single frame
◆
Focus mode : Single Servo AF
◆
Exposure metering system : 3D Color Matrix Metering
◆
White balance : Flash ±0
Quality
High speed
Convenience
1 Metering area corresponds to the selected focus area.
2 Compatible with AF-S and AF-I Nikkor lenses except
AF-S 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED and AF-S 28-70mm f/2.8D
IF-ED.
3 With maximum effective aperture of f/5.6 or faster.
4 With maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster.
5 Without shifting/tilting.
6 The camera's exposure metering and flash control system do
not work properly when shifting and/or tilting the lens, or
when using an aperture other than the maximum aperture.
7 Some lenses cannot be used.
8 Without shifting.
9 Exposure determined by presetting lens aperture. AE lock
must also be done before shifting.
10 Exposure determined by presetting lens aperture. Exposure
must also be determined before shifting.
11 With some lenses, exposure compensation is needed
(Please refer to teleconverter's instruction manual).
12 Auto Extension Ring PK-11A, 12 or 13 is necessary.
13 Exposure determined by presetting lens aperture on
bellows. Release the shutter after exposure metering.
Focusing
Exposure mode
Exposure metering mode
Lens
Autofocus
Electronic
P mode
S mode
A mode
M mode
Matrix
Center-
Spot
Rangefinder
Weighted
AF-S & D-type AF Nikkors
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
(3D Color)
✓
✓
1
AF-I Teleconverters
2
✓
3
✓
3
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
(3D Color)
✓
✓
1
CPU
Non-D-type AF Nikkors
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
(Color)
✓
✓
1
lenses
AI-P-type Nikkor
—
✓
4
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
(Color)
✓
✓
1
D-type PC Micro Nikkor
—
✓
5
—
—
—
✓
6
✓
6
(3D Color)
✓
6
✓
1,6
AI-type Nikkors
—
✓
4
—
—
✓
✓
—
✓
✓
AI-modified Nikkors
—
✓
4
—
—
✓
✓
—
✓
✓
Non-
Reflex-Nikkors
7
—
—
—
—
✓
✓
—
✓
✓
CPU
PC-Nikkor
7
—
✓
8
—
—
✓
9
✓
10
—
✓
✓
lenses
AI-type Teleconverters
—
✓
3
—
—
✓
✓
—
✓
11
✓
11
Bellows Focusing Attachment PB-6
12
—
✓
3
—
—
✓
13
✓
13
—
✓
✓
Lens Compatibility Chart (IX-Nikkor lenses cannot be used)