- Launched: October 2009
- Type: Digital SLR
- Sensor: Full frame 'FX' format, 36 x 23.9mm
- Resolution: 12.1 megapixels
- Lenses: Nikon F (FX, DX in 'crop' mode)
- Key features: 9fps continuous shooting, high ISO performance; standard HD movies
- Links: Press release, Product page
Summary: Second-generation version of Nikon's original full-frame D-SLR optimised for speed, with a 9fps continuous shooting speed (11fps in 'crop' mode) and a maximum ISO raised to 12800.