A summary, as well as a brief explanation of the Nikon D4 specifications and key features with details, are listed in this article. If you read this article till last, you’ll have a total overview of the Nikon D4, despite not having the camera in your hands.
Specifications
- Sensor: 16.2 MP FX, 7.3µ pixel size
- Native ISO Sensitivity: 100-12,800
- Boost Low ISO Sensitivity: 50
- Boost High ISO Sensitivity: 25,600-204,800
- Camera Buffer: Up to 100 12-bit RAW images, 70 14-bit uncompressed RAW, and up to 200 JPEG images in continuous 10 FPS mode with XQD card
- Processor: EXPEED 3
- Dust Reduction: Yes
- Shutter: Up to 1/8000 and 30-sec exposure, self-diagnostic shutter monitor
- Shutter Durability: 400,000 cycles
- Camera Lag: 0.012 seconds
- Storage: 1x Compact Flash slot and 1x XQD slot
- Viewfinder Coverage: 100%
- Speed: 10 FPS, 11 FPS with AE/AF locked
- Exposure Meter: 91,000 pixel RGB sensor
- Autofocus System: Advanced Multi-CAM 3500FX with 51 focus points and 15 cross-type sensors
- AF Detection: Up to f/8 with 11 focus points (5 in the center, 3 on the left and right)
- LCD Screen: 3.2 inch diagonal with 921,000 dots
- Movie Modes: Full 1080p HD @ 30 fps max
- Movie Exposure Control: Full
- Movie Recording Limit: 30 minutes @ 30p, 20 minutes @ 24p
- Movie Output: MOV, Compressed and Uncompressed
- Two Live View Modes: One for photography and one for videography
- Camera Editing: Lots of in-camera editing options with HDR capabilities
- Wired LAN: Built-in Gigabit RJ-45 LAN port
- WiFi: Not built-in, requires WT-5a and older wireless transmitters
- GPS: Not built-in, requires GP-1 GPS unit
- Battery Type: EN-EL18
- Battery Life: 2,600 shots
- Weight: 1,180g
Advantages and Disadvantages of Nikon D4
Advantages of Nikon D4
- 2 Storage Slots
- High Shutter Life Expectancy – 400000 cycles
- Environmental Sealing
- External Microphone Port
- External Headphone Port
- Long Battery Life (2600 shots)
- Timelapse Recording
- Illuminated Buttons
- Dual-axis Electronic Level
- Magnesium alloy body elements
- Flash Sync Port
- 921k dots LCD Resolution
- Large 3.20″ Screen
- Autofocus at f8 using 11 focus points
- 15 Cross Type Focus Points
Disadvantages of Nikon D4
- No Wireless Connection
- No Sensor shift Image Stabilization
- No Articulating Screen
- No Touch Screen
- No Face-Detection Focusing
- Heavy Body: 1340g
General
| Brand | Nikon |
| Model | D4 |
| Type | Single-lens reflex digital camera |
| Release Date | 2012-01-06 |
| Body Type | Large DSLR |
| Processor | Expeed 3 |
Nikon D4 is a 16.0MP Pro DSLR camera featuring a Full frame (36 x 23.9 mm) CMOS sensor, weather-sealed body, and Nikon F lens mount that was first presented in January 2012. Nikon replaced the Nikon D3S with this model, and the Nikon D4 with the Nikon D4s subsequently
Nikon’s D-SLR series has a new flagship: the D4. D4 is a professional camera that strikes the perfect blend of resolution, sensor size, picture processing, and ISO range. With its FX-format sensor and EXPEED3 CPU, it can capture images at up to 10 frames per second with complete AE/AF and Full 1080p HD video.
When you add in cutting-edge metering and AF systems, thoughtfully designed controls, an ultra-rugged body, and many connectivity options, the D4 gives the world’s best photographers and multimedia artists more freedom than ever before.
D4 has a degree of speed and accuracy that will change the way you think about time. For breathtaking stills up to 11 frames per second, Nikon’s powerful EXPEED3 image engine is combined with a carefully selected FX-format 16.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor.
Nikon’s Advanced SRS works in tandem with a 91,000-pixel RGB 3D Color Matrix Metering III sensor to give unrivaled precision in every frame. For a camera that can keep up with you, add a 51-point AF system that is faster and more responsive.
Dimensions and Weight
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | Approx. 160 x 156.5 x 90.5 mm / 6.3 x 6.2 x 3.6 in. |
| Weight | Approx. 1,340 g / 2.95 lb / 47.26 oz with battery and XQD memory card but without body cap and accessory shoe cover; Approx. 1,180 g / 2.60 lb / 41.62 oz (camera body only) |
Nikon D4 measures 160 x 156.5 x 90.5 mm (6.3 x 6.2 x 3.6′′). D4 weighs 1340 g (2.95 lb / 47.26 oz) with memory card and battery but only camera body weighs approximately 1,180 g / 2.60 lb / 41.62 oz (camera body only)
The Nikon D4 is a relatively heavier camera for its class, considering the average weight of DSLR-type cameras is 773g. It is of ordinary thickness, with a thickness of 91mm.
Photography Features
| Min Shutter Speed | 30s |
| Max Mechanical Shutter Speed | 1/8000s |
| Continuous Shooting | 11.0 fps |
| Shutter Priority | YES |
| Aperture Priority | YES |
| Manual Exposure Mode | YES |
| Exposure Compensation | YES |
| Custom White Balance | YES |
| Image Stabilization | NO |
| Built-in Flash | NO |
| Flash Range | No built-in flash |
| Max Flash Sync | 1/250s |
| Flash Modes | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High-Speed Sync |
| External Flash | YES |
| AE Bracketing | YES |
| WB Bracketing | YES |
Video Features
| Video Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
| Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| Video Formats | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone Port | YES |
| Headphone Port | YES |
Image Sensor
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Sensor Size | Full Frame |
| Sensor Dimension | 36 x 23.9 mm |
| Sensor Area | 860.40 mm2 |
| Sensor Resolution | 16MP |
| Total Pixels | 16.6 Million |
| Effective Pixels | 16.2 Million |
| Dust reduction system | Image sensor cleaning, Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX2 software) |
| Maximum Native ISO | 12,800 |
| Maximum Boosted ISO | 204800 |
| Minimum Native ISO | 100 |
| Minimum Boosted ISO | 50 |
| RAW Support | YES |
The Nikon D4 is equipped with a 16.0MP Full frame (36 x 23.9 mm) CMOS sensor and the Expeed 3 processor. With aspect ratios of 5:4 and 3:2, you can shoot at a maximum resolution of 4928 x 3280 pixels. The D4 features a base ISO range of 100 to 12800, which can be increased to 50 to 204800, and it can store data in RAW format, allowing for more post-processing options.
Read Also: Nikon D610, another Full Frame Camera
The Nikon D4 does not have the highest resolution of any Full frame camera. The Sigma fp L, with its 61.0MP sensor, is the class leader.
Nikon D500 DxOMark Sensor Scores
DxOMark is a benchmark that evaluates the image quality of camera sensors scientifically. The picture quality of the Nikon D4 sensor was assessed by DxO Mark and had an overall score of 89. The details of their Nikon D4 analysis may be found here.
Viewfinder
| Viewfinder | Eye-level pentaprism single-lens reflex viewfinder |
| Frame coverage | FX (36×24): Approx. 100% horizontal and 100% vertical1.2x (30×20): Approx. 97% horizontal and 97% vertical DX (24×16): Approx. 97% horizontal and 97% vertical5:4 (30×24): Approx. 97% horizontal and 100% vertical |
| Magnification | Approx. 0.7x (50 mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, -1.0 m-1) |
| Eyepoint | 18 mm (-1.0 m-1; from center surface of viewfinder eyepiece lens) |
| Diopter adjustment | -3 to +1 m-1 |
| Focusing screen | Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VIII screen with AF area brackets and framing grid |
| Reflex mirror | Quick return |
| Depth-of-field preview | When the Pv button is pressed, lens aperture is stopped down to value selected by the user (A and M modes) or by the camera (P and S modes) |
| Lens aperture | Instant return, electronically controlled |
The D4 includes an optical (pentaprism) viewfinder built-in, making it simpler to shoot in bright sunshine and other conditions where using the LCD panel is difficult. The viewfinder has a magnification ratio of 0.7x and a coverage of 100%. 100% coverage ensures that what you see in the viewfinder when shooting is exactly what you’ll get later in your image, allowing for more accurate framing and reducing the need for later cropping.
Monitor Screen
| Screen Type | Fixed Type |
| ScreenTechnology | TFT LCD |
| Screen size | 3.20 inch ( 8cm) |
| Screen resolution | 921k dots ( XGA ) |
| Live view | YES |
| Frame coverage | 100% |
| Brightness Adjustment | YES |
| Touch screen | NO |
The D4 includes an optical (pentaprism) viewfinder built-in, making it simpler to shoot in bright sunshine and other conditions where using the LCD panel is difficult. The viewfinder has a magnification ratio of 0.7x and a coverage of 100%.
100% coverage ensures that what you see in the viewfinder when shooting is exactly what you’ll get later in your image, allowing for more accurate framing and reducing the need for later cropping.
Read Also: Nikon D600, Another FX sensor Camera
Focus
| Autofocus | Nikon Advanced Multi-CAM 3500FX autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection, fine-tuning, 51 focus points (including 15 cross-type sensors; f/8 supported by 11 sensors) |
| Detection range | -2 to +19 EV (ISO 100, 20°C/68°F) |
| Lens servo | Autofocus (AF): Single-servo autofocus (AF-S); continuous-servo autofocus (AF-C); predictive focus tracking automatically activated according to subject status Manual focus (M): Electronic rangefinder can be used |
| Focus point | Can be selected from 51 or 11 focus points |
| AF-area modes | Single-point AF, 9-, 21- or 51-point dynamic-area AF, 3D-tracking, auto-area AF |
| Focus lock | Focus can be locked by pressing the shutter-release button halfway (single-servo autofocus) or by pressing the center of the sub-selector |
The Nikon D4 is equipped with a Phase Detection autofocus system. The AF system features 51 focus points, 15 of which are Cross-type sensors. When compared to single-type sensors, cross-type sensors lock focus faster and more accurately.
Autofocus
| AF Touch | NO |
| AF Continuous | YES |
| AF Sigle | YES |
| AF Tracking | YES |
| AF Selective | YES |
| AF Centre | YES |
| AF Multi-view | YES |
| AF Live view | YES |
| AF Face Detection | NO |
| AF Contrast detection | NO |
| AF Phase-detection | YES |
| Number of focus points | 51 |
| Number of cross-focus points | 15 |
The Nikon D4 features a more advanced version of the 51-point focus system than the Nikon D3s. The D4 is the first Nikon DSLR to be able to autofocus with slower lens + teleconverter combinations at smaller apertures than f/5.6, thanks to the “Advanced Multi-CAM 3500FX” autofocus module’s increased sensitivity to light (focus detection increased from -1 EV to -2 EV), and the D4 is the first Nikon DSLR to be able to autofocus with slower lens + teleconverter combinations at smaller apertures than f/5.6. With 11 functioning focus points at apertures up to f/8, the D4 enables the use of f/4 lenses with longer teleconverters such as 1.7x and 2x.
However, the most significant change isn’t only the option to employ longer lens + teleconverter combinations. The Nikon D4 focuses better in low light than the D3s with any lens, including fast prime lenses, at -2EV focus detection. Although I enjoyed my D3s, they struggled to focus in low light indoor conditions, and the D4 far outperforms it.
Video Recording
| Metering | TTL exposure metering using main image sensor |
| Frame size (pixels)and frame rate | 1,920 x 1,080; 30p (progressive), 25p, 24p. 1,920 x 1,080 crop; 30p, 25p, 24p 1,280 x 720; 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p 640 x 424; 30p, 25p Actual frame rates for 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, and 24p are 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively; all options support both high and normal image quality |
| File format | MOV |
| Video compression | H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding |
| Audio recording format | Linear PCM |
| Audio recording device | Built-in monaural or external stereo microphone; sensitivity adjustable |
| ISO sensitivity | Automatically adjusted in the range ISO 200 to 12800 or ISO 200 to Hi 4 |
| Maximum length | 29 min. 59 s (20 min. depending on frame size/rate and movie quality settings) |
| Other options | Index marking, time-lapse photography |
With the Nikon D4, you can capture films in MPEG-4 and H.264 formats at a maximum quality of 1920 x 1080 at 30, 25, or 24 frames per second. In most instances, the Nikon D4’s full HD resolution will be enough. However, if you’re looking for the highest-resolution footage possible, check out our selection of the Best 4K (Ultra-HD) Cameras.
A Mono microphone and a Mono speaker are included in the D4. Nikon D4 also contains a microphone input and a headphone jack for connecting external headphones, making it an excellent camera for high-quality filming.
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Compatible Lenses
| Compatible lenses | Compatible with AF NIKKOR lenses, including type G and D lenses (some restrictions apply to PC-NIKKOR lenses), DX lenses [using DX (24×16) image area], AI-P NIKKOR lenses, and non-CPU AI lenses (exposure modes A and M only); IX-NIKKOR lenses, lenses for the F3AF, and non-AI lenses cannot be used The electronic rangefinder can be used with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster (the electronic rangefinder supports the 11 focus points with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/8 or faster) |
The Nikon D4 has a Nikon F lens mount, which presently has 316 native lenses available. Nikon F mount not only boasts one of the largest lens selections, but it also has backward compatibility, which means you can use F mount lenses from the 1960s. It is also widely supported by third-party manufacturer lenses.
Read Also: Difference between FX lenses and DX lenses
Although the Nikon D4 lacks a sensor-based image stabilization system, many of these lenses include optical image stabilization.
Best Lenses for Nikon D4
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm F2.8E ED VR
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-300mm f4.5-5.6G VR
- Tamron SP 150-600mm F5-6.3 Di VC USD
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm F5.6E ED VR
- Sigma 300-800mm F5.6 EX DG HSM
- Nikon AF-S Micro-Nikkor 105mm f2.8G IF-ED VR
Shutter
| Type | Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter |
| Speed | 1/8,000 to 30 s in steps of 1/3, 1/2, or 1 EV, bulb, X250 |
| Flash sync speed | X=1/250 s; synchronizes with shutter at 1/250 s or slower |
The Nikon D4 features a maximum continuous shooting speed of 11 frames per second and a maximum shutter speed of 1/8000 second.
Release
| Release modes | S (single frame), CL (continuous low speed), CH (continuous high speed), Q (quiet shutter-release),  (self-timer), MUP (mirror up) |
| Frame advance rate | Up to approx. 10 fps (CL) or approx. 10 to 11 fps (CH) |
| Self-timer | 2 s, 5 s, 10 s, 20 s; 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 s |
Exposure
| Metering | TTL exposure metering using RGB sensor with approx. 91K (91,000) pixels |
| Metering method | Matrix: 3D color matrix metering III (type G and D lenses); color matrix metering III (other CPU lenses); color matrix metering is available with non-CPU lenses if the user provides lens data Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to a 12-mm circle in the center of frame; the diameter of circle can be changed to 8, 15, or 20 mm, or weighting can be based on average of entire frame (non-CPU lenses use 12-mm circle or the average of entire frame) Spot: Meters 4-mm circle (about 1.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point (on center focus point when the non-CPU lens is used) |
| Range(ISO 100, f/1.4 lens, 20°C/68°F) | Matrix or center-weighted metering: -1 to 20 EVSpot metering: 2 to 20 EV |
| Exposure meter coupling | Combined CPU and AI |
| Exposure modes | Programmed auto with flexible program (P); shutter-priority auto (S); aperture-priority auto (A); manual (M) |
| Exposure compensation | -5 to +5 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2, or 1 EV |
| Exposure bracketing | 2 to 9 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, or 1 EV |
| Exposure lock | Luminosity locked at detected value with the center of the sub-selector |
| ISO sensitivity(Recommended Exposure Index) | ISO 100 to 12800 in steps of 1/3, 1/2, or 1 EV; can also be set to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7 or 1 EV (ISO 50 equivalent) below ISO 100 or to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1, 2, 3 or 4 EV (ISO 204800 equivalent) above ISO 12800; auto ISO sensitivity control available |
| Active D-Lighting | Can be selected from auto, extra high +2/+1, high, normal, low or off |
| ADL bracketing | 2 frames using selected value for one frame or 3 to 5 frames using preset values for all frames |
What about exposure precision and metering? Nikon also improved the RGB metering sensor in the D4 with the newer autofocus system, moving from an outdated 1,005-pixel RGB metering sensor to a considerably more modern 91,000-pixel RGB sensor. The D4’s new metering sensor has much more built-in presets and face-recognition patterns than the D3s, making it more precise in choosing the best exposure.
When shooting portraits and weddings in 3D Matrix mode, I discovered that the D4 prioritizes skin tones significantly better, resulting in more accurate exposures in a variety of lighting situations. As a result, compared to the D3s, I found myself utilizing the exposure correction button less with the D4.
Read Also: Nikon D7500 Features and Specifications
Flash( Built-in and External)
| Flash control | TTL: i-TTL flash control using RGB sensor with approx. 91K (91,000) pixels are available with SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, or SB-400; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix and center-weighted metering, Standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR with spot metering |
| Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync; auto FP high-speed sync supported |
| Flash compensation | -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2, or 1 EV |
| Flash bracketing | 2 to 9 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3, or 1 EV |
| Flash-ready indicator | Lights when the optional flash unit is fully charged; flashes after flash is fired at full output |
| Accessory shoe | ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock |
| Nikon Creative LightingSystem (CLS) | Advanced Wireless Lighting supported with SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, or SB-700 as a master flash, and SB-600 or SB-R200 as remotes, or SU-800 as commander; Auto FP high-speed sync and modeling illumination supported with all CLS-compatible flash units except SB-400; Flash Color Information Communication and FV lock supported with all CLS-compatible flash units |
| Sync terminal | ISO 519 sync terminal with locking thread |
The ISO 518 standard flash hot shoe with sync and data connections, a safety lock, and the ISO 519 standard sync terminal with locking thread are also included with the Nikon D4. The new 91,000 pixel metering sensor is used to measure i-TTL flash exposures. The D4 is compatible with Nikon’s Creative Lighting System, as you might anticipate. The SU-800 Wireless Speedlight Commander serves as the commander, the SB-600 or SB-R200 Speedlights as the remotes, and the SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, or SB-700 Speedlights as the master flash.
Live View
| Modes | Live view photography (quiet or silent), movie live view |
| Lens servo | Autofocus (AF): Single-servo autofocus (AF-S); full-time servo autofocus (AF-F)Manual focus (M) |
| AF-area modes | Face-priority AF, wide-area AF, normal-area AF, subject-tracking AF |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF anywhere in frame (camera selects focus point automatically when face-priority AF or subject-tracking AF is selected) |
Interface
| USB | Hi-Speed USB |
| HDMI output | Type C mini-pin HDMI connector; can be used simultaneously with camera monitor |
| Audio input | Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5-mm diameter; plug-in power supported) |
| Audio output | Stereo mini-pin jack (3.5-mm diameter) |
| 10-pin remote terminal | Can be used to connect optional remote control, GPS Unit GP-1, or GPS device compliant with NMEA0183 version 2.01 or 3.01 (requires optional GPS Adapter Cord MC-35 and cable with D-sub 9-pin connector) |
| Ethernet | RJ-45 connector |
| Peripheral connector | For Wireless Transmitter WT-5A/B/C/D |
Even by pro SLR standards, the Nikon D4 boasts an unusually broad variety of external connectivity. An RJ-45 wired Ethernet port (100Base-T), a ten-pin remote terminal (also used to attach compatible GPS devices), a 3.5mm stereo microphone jack (with compatibility for plug-in power), and a 3.5mm stereo headphone jack are among the connections available. USB High-Speed Data is also supported (for monitoring audio during video capture). However, the previous composite A/V output is completely blocked by the new ports on the side of the Nikon D4.
Read Also: Nikon D5600 Features and Specifications
Power Source
| Battery | One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL18 |
| AC adapter | AC Adapter EH-6b; requires Power Connector EP-6 (available separately) |
White Balance
| White balance | Auto (2 types), incandescent, fluorescent (7 types), direct sunlight, flash, cloudy, shade, preset manual (up to 4 values can be stored), choose color temperature (2,500 K to 10,000 K); all with fine-tuning |
| White balance bracketing | 2 to 9 frames in steps of 1, 2 or 3 |
Playback
| Playback | Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images) playback with playback zoom, movie playback, photo and/or movie slide shows, histogram display, highlights, photo information, GPS data display, auto image rotation, voice memo input, and playback, and IPTC information embedding and display |
Tripod Socket
| Tripod socket | 1/4 in. (ISO 1222) |
Operating Environment
| Operating environment | Temperature: 0 to 40°C/32 to 104°F; humidity: less than 85% (no condensation) |
Accessories
| Supplied accessories(may differ by country or area) | Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL18, Battery Charger MH-26, USB Cable UC-E15, Camera Strap AN-DC7, Body Cap BF-1B, Accessory Shoe Cover BS-2, Eyepiece DK-17, Battery Chamber Cover BL-6, USB Cable Clip, ViewNX 2 CD-ROM |
Supported Languages
| Supported languages | Arabic, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian |
Memory Card Capacity
At various image quality, image size, and image area settings, the following table indicates the approximate number of photographs that can be kept on a SONY XQD Memory Card H series QD-H32 (32 GB).
FX (36 x 24) image area
| Image quality | Image size | File size1 | No. of images1 | Buffer capacity2 |
| NEF (RAW), Lossless compressed, 12-bit | – | 15.4 MB | 1100 | 92 |
| NEF (RAW), Lossless compressed, 14-bit | – | 19.4 MB | 872 | 75 |
| NEF (RAW), Compressed, 12-bit | – | 13.9 MB | 1500 | 98 |
| NEF (RAW), Compressed, 14-bit | – | 17.0 MB | 1200 | 76 |
| NEF (RAW), Uncompressed, 12-bit | – | 26.5 MB | 1100 | 77 |
| NEF (RAW), Uncompressed, 14-bit | – | 34.3 MB | 872 | 69 |
| TIFF (RGB) | LargeMediumSmall | 49.1 MB28.3 MB13.2 MB | 61210002200 | 555966 |
| JPEG fine3 | LargeMediumSmall | 7.9 MB5.4 MB3.0 MB | 290046008500 | 170200200 |
| JPEG normal3 | LargeMediumSmall | 4.5 MB2.8 MB1.6 MB | 5600900015700 | 182200200 |
| JPEG basic3 | LargeMediumSmall | 2.2 MB1.5 MB0.9 MB | 108001680027100 | 200200200 |
- Includes images taken with non-DX lenses when On is selected for Auto DX crop.
DX (24 x 16) image area
| Image quality | Image size | File size1 | No. of images1 | Buffer capacity2 |
| NEF (RAW), Lossless compressed, 12-bit | – | 7.2 MB | 2400 | 200 |
| NEF (RAW), Lossless compressed, 14-bit | – | 8.9 MB | 1900 | 172 |
| NEF (RAW), Compressed, 12-bit | – | 6.6 MB | 3200 | 200 |
| NEF (RAW), Compressed, 14-bit | – | 7.9 MB | 2700 | 196 |
| NEF (RAW), Uncompressed, 12-bit | – | 12.0 MB | 2400 | 133 |
| NEF (RAW), Uncompressed, 14-bit | – | 15.3 MB | 1900 | 114 |
| TIFF (RGB) | LargeMediumSmall | 21.5 MB12.6 MB6.2 MB | 140023004700 | 616883 |
| JPEG fine3 | LargeMediumSmall | 3.7 MB2.8 MB1.9 MB | 5800880013500 | 200200200 |
| JPEG normal3 | LargeMediumSmall | 2.3 MB1.6 MB1.1 MB | 111001620024400 | 200200200 |
| JPEG basic3 | LargeMediumSmall | 1.2 MB0.9 MB0.7 MB | 203002870040700 | 200200200 |
* When Auto DX crop is set to On, photos captured with DX lenses are included.
1: All statistics are rounded to the nearest tenth of a percent. The file size varies depending on the situation recorded.
2: At ISO 100, the maximum number of exposures can be recorded in the memory buffer. If JPEG compression is set to optimal quality or auto distortion control is enabled, the value drops.
3: Assume JPEG compression is set to Size priority in the figures. Choosing the highest quality increases the file size of JPEG photos, reducing the number of images and buffer capacity.
Approved Memory Cards
The XQD and CompactFlash memory cards described in the following sections are compatible with the camera. Other cards haven’t been put to the test.
XQD memory cards
For usage in the camera, the following XQD memory cards have been tested and approved.
| SONY | S series | QD-S32 | 32 GB |
| QD-S64 | 64 GB | ||
| H series | QD-H16 | 16 GB | |
| QD-H32 | 32 GB |
Compact Flash memory cards
The camera has been tested and approved for usage with the following Type I CompactFlash memory cards. Microdrives and Type II cards are not compatible.
| SanDisk | Extreme Pro | SDCFXP | 16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB, 128 GB |
| Extreme | SDCFX | 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB | |
| Extreme IV | SDCFX4 | 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB | |
| Extreme III | SDCFX3 | ||
| Ultra II | SDCFH | 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB | |
| Standard | SDCFB | 2 GB, 4 GB | |
| Lexar Media | ProfessionalUDMA | 1000x | 16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB, 128 GB |
| 600x | 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB | ||
| 400x | |||
| 300x | 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB | ||
| Professional | 233x | 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB | |
| 133x | |||
| 80x | 2 GB, 4 GB | ||
| Platinum II | 80x | 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB | |
| 60x | 4 GB |
Conclusion
Nikon D4 specifications and key features have made it clear that this camera is best for professional use. D4 is a highly recommended FX sensor camera for professionals due to its features. The features are very close to an expensive professional camera. You should choose the lens for appropriate use in order to get the best results.
FAQs
Is Nikon D4 good for wildlife photography?
YES. In conclusion, the D4 is a fantastic specialist wildlife camera that is well-suited to action in both normal and low light but with limited reach.
Does Nikon D4 have WiFi?
NO. There is an Ethernet port for wired control and live view, however, there is no WiFi.
What is the shutter life of a Nikon D4?
Nikon’s D4 and D5 cameras have 400,000 cycle ratings, whereas the D850 and D500 have 200,000, the D7500 have 150,000, and the D5600 and D3500 have 100,000.
What battery does a Nikon D4 use?
The EN-EL 18a is a rechargeable Li-ion battery with a capacity of 2500 mAh that is used to power Nikon D-SLR cameras such as the D5, D4s, and D4. The MH-26a or MH-26 Battery Chargers can be used to charge the EN-EL18a Li-ion Battery.
What card does Nikon D4 use?
The Nikon D4 and D4S DSLR cameras (pictured) have two media card slots, one XQD, and the other CompactFlash. The Nikon D4 and D4S DSLR cameras (pictured) have two media card slots, one XQD, and the other CompactFlash. CompactFlash cards can write at a maximum of 167 MB/s.
Is Nikon D4 mirrorless?
NO. The Nikon D4 is a professional DSLR camera with a 16.0MP Full frame sensor that was released in January 2012.
Is a Nikon D4 a full frame camera?
YES. Nikon Corporation introduced the Nikon D4 as a 16.2-megapixel professional-grade full-frame (35mm) digital single-lens reflex camera (DSLR) that replaced Nikon’s DSLR model D3S and later was replaced by Nikon’s DSLR model D4S.