![]() The D3 looks to be like it will be an $6k+ camera, so I’m not getting my hopes up about it, but just getting a full frame camera in the line makes me happy. I say proven prematurely, but I’m pretty sure it worked. Nikon D3 – a full frame 15MP with built in hover craft stabilization system (I’m starting to sell my organs as we speak).įirst of all, if you’ve read with any regularity you know I’ve been harping on Nikon to release a full frame camera in a scientifically arranged and proven pattern consisting of every third post. The DSX, an 8.2 megapixel version of the D2HS that doubles the number of horizontal pixels.ĭigital Photography Blog chimed in by simply passing along the rumor as a rumor.ĭ has a brief moment of ecstasy in August as well while discussing Nikon’s rebuttal to the, then new, Canon 20D: The D2HS, a new version of their D2H digital SLR (which is pictured at right) with an improved 4.1 megapixel sensor. The D200, an 8.25 megapixel upgrade to the D100. The lineup of new cameras due out this fall is supposed to include: ![]() We were just getting used to a world with the Canon EOS-20D in it when along comes some rumors/predictions of Nikon striking back with a whole bunch of new digital cameras. The rumor quickly made its way over to Engadget, which made the rumors seem a little more like solid news (see italics): Nikon’s new flagship camera will level the premium side of the DSLR playing field with Canon and Kodak Professional’s full-frame offerings. Nikon D3 – All new DSLR body, full frame, 15 Megapixels. The Digital Photography Blog gives a quote of the rumor found on Lonestar Digital: We should see a 15 megapixel Nikon D3, 8.25 megapixel Nikon D200 and an 8.2 megapixel Nikon D2X by the end of 2004. I wasn’t able to find the prediction archived on Lonestar Digital however, the rumors are reflected in a post on PhotographyBLOG: It looks like the initial “real” predictions came from Lonestar Digital around August 21. In 2004, the rumors really started to roll out on the Nikon D3. Not really a rumor, but more of a speculation of possible things to come. Kinda lame, right? Well, that’s the earliest mention I got for you. ![]() If Leica has done it, why can’t Nikon? F6, D2 or a D3 doesn’t matter, as long as it is a hybrid SLR. Leica has just introduced a digital module for its R8 and R9 few days ago, something similar to the Hasselblad H1. In a thread discussing the rumors of the Nikon F6, folks were discussing the possibility of Nikon introducing a hybrid SLR (film with digital back) and a poster mentioned the following on June 27, 2003: The earliest reference that I’ve found for the Nikon D3 came in a bit of a rambling in a forum. It’s gathered quite a following and a considerable, ever-changing feature list. However, the Nikon D3 has been floating around the Internet since at least 2003. Would you buy a D880? Do customers want to see Nikon make another high-end DSLR camera? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.What? How can a camera that doesn’t even exist yet have a history? Good question. Nikon does not appear to be following suit, perhaps because it thinks it can squeeze a little more from existing technology that has proven its popularity. Will Nikon make another flagship DSLR at a time when it is pivoting to mirrorless with the Z 6II, Z 7II, Z 5, and Z 50? Canon seems content to have its 1D X Mark III as its DSLR swan song, nudging 5D fans towards its new R mount. Despite being a three-year-old DSLR, the Nikon still has plenty to offer, especially now that you can pick one up brand new for $2,496.95, down from $2996.95.Īccording to Nikon Rumors, this reduction arrives ahead of a replacement to the D850, which it claims will arrive next year. It was Nikon’s first camera to feature a back-side illuminated sensor, as well as being the first full frame DSLR to be awarded 100 points by Dxomark. You will hear plenty of industry figures praising the D850, and for many, it’s their favorite camera of all time.
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