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Nikon D90

Introduced 2008Produced 2008–Nikon Nikon D90 family

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The Nikon D90 is a digital single-lens reflex camera introduced in 2008. The Nikon D90 was the first SLR camera to record video.^[1]

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Produced

2008–

Optics

first SLR camera to record video^[1]

What it is

The Nikon D90 is a digital single-lens reflex camera.^[4]^[2]

The Nikon D90 uses a Nikon F bayonet mount and a DX-format sensor.^[4]^[2]

How it works

The Nikon D90 uses a 12.3-megapixel CMOS image sensor and EXPEED image processing.^[3]

The Nikon D90 includes autofocus, exposure metering, live view, and in-camera image editing functions.^[4]

Applications

The Nikon D90 is used for still photography and motion capture.^[4]^[3]

The Nikon D90 supports interchangeable F-mount lenses, SD and SDHC storage media, and built-in flash use.^[4]

What do the numbers mean?

Optics & imaging5

notable feature: first SLR camera to record video^[1]
Type: Single-lens reflex digital camera^[2]
Lens mount: Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts)^[2]
Viewfinder: Eye-level pentaprism single-lens reflex viewfinder^[4]
Viewfinder magnification: 0.94x (approx.)^[4]

Dimensions & facilities3

Approximate dimensions: 5.2 x 4.1 x 3 in. (132 x 103 x 77 mm)^[4]
Approximate weight: 22 oz. (620 g)^[4]
Metering system: 420 pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering II, center-weighted, spot^[4]

Configuration & options16

introduced: 2008^[1]
category: mid-range DSLR^[1]
Effective pixels: 12.3 million^[2]
Image sensor: 23.6 x 15.8 mm CMOS sensor^[2]
Total pixels: 12.9 million^[2]
Image size (pixels): 4,288 x 2,848 [L], 3,216 x 2,136 [M], 2,144 x 1,424 [S]^[2]
Storage media: SD memory cards, SDHC compliant^[2]
ISO sensitivity: ISO 200 to 3200^[3]
Expanded ISO sensitivity: Lo 1 (ISO 100 equivalent) to Hi 1 (ISO 6400 equivalent)^[4]
Autofocus system: 11-point AF system with Face Priority^[3]
AF points: 11 focus points (including 1 cross-type sensor)^[4]
Continuous shooting: Up to 4.5 frames per second^[4]
Viewfinder frame coverage: 96% (approx.)^[4]
LCD monitor: 3-inch super-density 920,000-dot color LCD monitor^[3]
Movie recording: VGA 640x424 / 24 fps, QVGA 320x216 / 24 fps, movie with sound^[4]
Battery: EN-EL3e Lithium-ion Battery^[4]

Vintage & configurations

2008Production start^[1]
The Nikon D90 was introduced in 2008.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the sensor format of the Nikon D90?

The Nikon D90 uses a 23.6 mm by 15.8 mm DX-format CMOS sensor.^[4]^[2]

What is the effective resolution of the Nikon D90?

The Nikon D90 has 12.3 million effective pixels.^[4]^[2]

What video modes does the Nikon D90 support?

The Nikon D90 supports 640 x 424 at 24 fps, 320 x 216 at 24 fps, and 1280 x 720 at 24 fps with sound.^[4]^[3]

What storage media does the Nikon D90 use?

The Nikon D90 uses SD and SDHC memory cards.^[4]^[2]

What autofocus system does the Nikon D90 use?

The Nikon D90 uses an 11-point autofocus system.^[4]^[3]

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