Nikon D2Hs Digital Camera User Manual


 
Up to 50 consecutive shots at 8 fps
High-speed processing, high-performance components and a new larger
buffer with faster memory access increase the number of consecutive
shots to as many as 50 JPEG or 40 RAW (NEF) per burst.
Immediate response & ultra-short 37 ms shutter lag
Instant power-up, a class-leading shutter release time lag of a mere 37
milliseconds, and optimized systems throughout make the D2
H
s
ready to
shoot whenever the decisive moment may arise.
Faster, higher precision 11-area AF system
The class-leading detection range and fl exibility of Nikon’s advanced
11-area Multi-CAM 2000 AF module features improved focus precision
with faster subject acquisition and subject tracking capabilities.
Ready for the rigors of every
assignment
Built to perform reliably, the D2H
s
features a
lightweight, rigid magnesium alloy body with an
enhanced sealing system to provide outstanding
resistance to moisture and dust, as well as a highly
durable fi eld-proven shutter unit.
Advanced lithium-ion battery system
The system features a compact rechargeable
lithium-ion battery that delivers improved longevity
capable of approx. 2,900 shots per charge, linked
to accurate real-time system status displays on the
LCD monitor.
Extensive selection of compatible
Nikkor lenses
The Nikon F lens mount assures unprecedented
compatibility with the expanding family of digital
dedicated DX Nikkor lenses as well as Nikon’s
comprehensive lineup of AF/AF-S Nikkor lenses
long favored by professionals for their outstanding
auto focus performance, superb color, high
contrast and smooth rendition of out of focus areas
in backgrounds.
Versatile software supplied
Updated to better satisfy professional demands,
Nikon’s PictureProject software provides fast
and easy access to powerful image management,
editing and sharing tools. Features include
automatic fi le import, drag-and-drop organization,
easy CD/DVD archiving, and plug-in fi lter support
for fl exible expandability.
Color modes and sYCC support
Adding to the fl exibility and effi ciency of its three
available color mode settings, the D2
H
s
introduces
sYCC color space support to JPEG fi les for a wider
gamut that can fully exploit the output capabilities
of the latest color printers.
GPS compatible
External GPS units can be connected via the
optional adapter cable (MC-35) to store the
latitude, longitude, altitude and UTC (Coordinated
Universal Time) of a shot in the fi le’s metadata.
High-resolution 2.5" LCD
An all-new higher resolution 2.5-inch 232,000-pixel
LCD monitor delivers clearer, fl icker-free image
playback at up to 15x magnifi cation. An improved
histogram and new selectable RGB Histogram
displays allow for quick, easy and accurate
exposure confi rmation.
Improved information displays
Nikon’s intuitive menu navigation uses color coding
and large type to further improve operational ease,
as do the new menu help function, chronological
Recent Settings list, and the World Time menu
with world map to keep Exif data current across
differing time zones.
Nikon Capture 4
(ver 4.2* - optional software)
The unique, powerful and expandable environment
provides the fullest control over processing Nikon’s
RAW (NEF) fi les for optimum results, and enables
extensive remote control and transfer options for
all Nikon D-SLR cameras. Version 4.2 incorporates
sophisticated new tools to increase productivity
and creative control even further.
i-TTL ash control and Nikons
Creative Lighting System
Nikon’s exclusive i-TTL fl ash control delivers
excellent fl ash exposures, even in bright light
conditions. Advanced
Wireless Lighting enables
total remote operation over
the versatile functions of up
to four groups of multiple
Nikon SB-800 and SB-600
Speedlights. The D2
H
s
is also
compatible with the SB-80DX
and other earlier Speedlights
that use D-TTL fl ash control.
Other features
• Auto exposure bracketing for up to 9 consecutive
frames • White balance bracketing for up to 9
consecutive frames • Auto ISO sensitivity control
• High-speed access to storage media for fast
recording and playback • USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface
• Large viewfi nder with virtually 100% frame
coverage • Voice memo function • Menu support for
10 languages • PictBridge compatible
Outstanding Operational Ef ciency
Rapid Response & High Performance
New image processing engine improves image quality
Further refi nement of the image processing ASIC
produces fi ner gradations with smoother transitions
across the color range and purer color rendition for
natural, more lifelike color reproduction.
3D-Color Matrix Metering
II
The improved exposure metering system allows Nikon’s proven 1,005-pixel
RGB Exposure/Color Matrix
Metering Sensor to better
determine the brightness
and size of highlight areas
and achieve optimum
exposure for each shot.
Nikon DX Format JFET image sensor LBCAST
Nikon’s exclusive JFET image sensor LBCAST
combines optimized resolution of 4.1 effective
megapixels with speed and low power consumption
to deliver maximum performance.
Color accurate Auto White Balance
Improvements to the metering technology for refi ned Auto White Balance
reduce the effect of ambient light on color reproduction for greater
consistency when shooting with Speedlights, and for better results when
shooting under low lighting conditions.
Nikons professional digital SLR
for action and sports photographers delivers
a winning combination of speed, image quality
and work ow ef ciency.
Access Point
(AP)
Wireless LAN accessory attached
(Wireless Transmitter WT-2/2A)
Wireless LAN Concept Diagram
WT-2/2A illustrated (The WT-1/1A supports only FTP and IEEE 802.11b)
Ad-hoc mode
Data transfer using a notebook computer
with a wireless LAN card installed
FTP server
Personal
computer*
Nikon Capture 4
(Ver.4.2)
IEEE 802.11b
IEEE 802.11b
FTP server
Personal
computer*
Nikon Capture 4
(Ver.4.2)
Camera
Control
PTP/IP
FTP
Data
transfer
IEEE 802.11g/b
IEEE 802.11g/b
Image transfer Image transfer
Infrastructure mode
Data transfer using a wireless LAN
access point
Camera
Control
Data
transfer
*FTP server unnecessary when using PTP/IP
1,005-pixel
RGB
Sensor
Exposure
quantization
algorithm
Exposure
evaluation
algorithm
Estimates
overexposed areas
Final
exposure
value
+
/
-
Correction
value
Exceptional Image Quality
*Nikon Capture 4 (Ver. 4.2.1) is required for working with RAW (NEF)
fi les from the D2
H
s
. Nikon Capture 4 (Ver. 4.2) can be updated by
downloading the Ver. 4.2.1 updater.
Note: The WT-2/1 is sold in countries where governments approve the use of thirteen frequency channels.
The WT-2A/1A version is sold in countries where governments limit use to eleven frequency channels.
Wireless data transfer and camera control
The optional Wireless Transmitter WT-2/2A
supports IEEE 802.11g for faster transfer
speeds, while maintaining full backward
compatibility with IEEE 802.11b networks.
Wireless security options are strengthened
and a wider variety of network protocols
supported, including the revolutionary new
PTP/IP protocol that enables complete wireless remote control of
the camera from a computer. The D2
H
s
is also compatible with the
Wireless Transmitter WT-1/1A.