Nikon D6 FX DSLR Body

Name: Nikon D6 FX DSLR Body
Brand: Nikon
SKU: NK1624
Price: 6499.95 USD
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$ 6,499.95

Vendor: Nikon

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Nikon D6 FX DSLR Body

Nikon SKU: 1624 | Helix SKU: NK1624

Overview
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Decisive power. Faster workflow. Absolute reliability.

Like every Nikon flagship camera that has come before it, the D6 holds nothing back. Featuring Nikon's most powerful AF system to date for capturing every heart-pounding, pivotal moment, the D6 is an uncompromising workhorse that lives up to every professional demand in any environment. And because every second counts in the field, the D6 is loaded with new time-saving workflow enhancements and advanced customization options. The moments that define us, that show what we’re capable of, the ones that live on, are waiting to be captured with a Nikon D6 DSLR.

The most powerful AF in Nikon's history.

The D6 breaks new ground in AF performance, outclassing the highly acclaimed AF system of its predecessor, the D5. A new high density, 105-point fully selectable, all cross-type sensor AF system, allows photographers to set focus almost anywhere in the frame without recomposing. A reimagined focus point layout reduces non-AF-sensitive areas with a triple sensor arrangement for each individual focus point resulting in 1.6x more AF coverage*, even with moving subjects in high speed shooting modes.

Precision focusing with 17 custom Group Area AF choices.

For reliable subject acquisition around distracting foreground objects like a net, player or other obstacle, sports photographers will find the D6's 17 selectable group Area AF patterns indispensable.

Image quality that shines in any light.

The stellar combination of the D6's high-resolution 20.8MP FX-format CMOS sensor and state-of-the-art EXPEED 6 image-processing engine enables class-leading ISO's up to 102,400 (expandable to ISO 3,280,000) for glorious image quality in the widest range of lighting conditions and shooting scenarios. The profound levels of sensitivity and resolution achieved by the D6 greatly reduce low light noise and improve AF detection over the D5.

Type

Type
Single-lens reflex digital camera
Lens Mount
Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts)

Image Sensor

Picture Angle
Nikon FX format
Effective Pixels (Megapixels)
20.8 million
Sensor Size
35.9 mm x 23.9 mm
Image Sensor Format
FX
Image Sensor Type
CMOS
Total Pixels
21.33 million
Dust-Reduction System
Image sensor cleaning
Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX-D software required)
Dust-Off Reference Photo
Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX-D software required)
Image Area (pixels)
FX-format
(L) 5,568 x 3,712
(M) 4,176 x 2,784
(S) 2,784 x 1,856
DX-format
(L) 3,648 x 2,432
(M) 2,736 x 1,824
(S) 1,824 x 1,216
1:2 format (30 x 20)
(L) 4,640 x 3,088
(M) 3,472 x 2,312
(S) 2,320 x 1,544
5:4 format (30 x 24)
(L) 4,640 x 3,712
(M) 3,472 x 2,784
(S) 2,320 x 1,856
1:1 format (24 x 24)
(L) 3,712 x 3,712
(M) 2,784 x 2,784
(S) 1,856 x 1,856
16:9 format (36 x 20)
(L) 5,568 x 3,128 (17.4 million)
(M) 4,176 x 2,344 (9.8 million)
(S) 2,784 x 1,560 (4.3 million)
Photographs taken during movie recording at a frame size of 3,840 x 2,160: 3,840 x 2,160 Photographs taken during movie recording at a frame size of 1,920 x 1,080: 1,920 x 1,080 Photographs taken during movie recording at a frame size of 1,280 x 720: 1,280 x 720

File System

File Format Still Images JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx 1:4), normal (approx 1:8), or basic (approx 1:16) compression (size priority); Optimal quality compression available
NEF (RAW): 12 or 14 bit, lossless compressed, compressed, or uncompressed; large, medium, and small available (medium and small images are recorded at a bit depth of 12 bits using lossless compression)
NEF (RAW) + JPEG: single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG Formats
Storage Media
CFexpress (Type B)
XQD Type Memory
Card Slot
2 CFexpress (Type B) cards or 2 XQD memory type cards
The card in Slot 2 can be used for overflow or backup storage, for separate storage of NEF (RAW) and JPEG copies of photos taken at image quality settings of NEF (RAW) + JPEG, or to store separate copies of JPEG photos at different sizes and compression ratios; pictures can be copied between cards
File System
Compliant with DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0
EXIF 2.31 (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras)

Viewfinder

Viewfinder
Eye-level Pentaprism Single-Lens Reflex Viewfinder
Viewfinder Frame Coverage
FX (36x24): 100% horizontal and 100% vertical (Approx.)
1.2x (30x20): 97% horizontal and 97% vertical (Approx.)
DX (24x16): 97% horizontal and 97% vertical (Approx.)
5:4 (30x24): 97% horizontal and 100% vertical (Approx.)
1:1 (24x24): 95% horizontal and 100% vertical (Approx.)
16:9 (36x20): 100% horizontal and 96% vertical (Approx.)
Viewfinder Magnification
0.72x (50 mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, –1.0 m–1) (Approx.)
Viewfinder Eyepoint
17 mm (-1.0 m¯¹) from center surface of viewfinder eyepiece lens
Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment
-3 to + 1m¯¹
Focusing Screen
Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark X screen with Af area brackets; framing grid can be displayed
Reflex Mirror
Quick-return type
Mirror Lock Up
Yes

Lens

Lens Aperture
Instant-return type
Electronically controlled
Depth-of-Field Control
Pressing Pv button stops lens aperture down to value selected by user (A and M modes) or by camera (P and S modes)
Compatible Lenses
AI-P NIKKOR lenses
DX lenses (using [DX 24 x 16] image area)
Non-CPU AI lenses (modes A and M only)
Other AF NIKKOR lenses (excluding IX NIKKOR lenses and lenses for the F3AF)
Types G, E, and D (some restrictions apply to PC lenses)
During viewfinder photography, the electronic rangefinder can be used with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster. With lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/8 or faster, the electronic rangefinder supports 15 focus points.

Shutter

Shutter Type
Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane mechanical shutter
Electronic front-curtain shutter
Electronic shutter
Shutter Speed
1/8000 to 30 sec. in steps of 1/3, 1/2, and 1 EV, extendable to 900 sec. in mode M; Bulb; Time; X250
Fastest Shutter Speed
1/8000 sec.
Slowest Shutter Speed
900 sec.
Flash Sync Speed
Up to 1/250 sec.
Synchronizes with shutter at 1/250 sec. or slower
Auto FP High-Speed sync supported
Bulb Shutter Setting
Yes
Shutter Release Modes
Continuous low-speed [CL] mode
Continuous high-speed [CH] mode
Mirror-up [Mup] mode
Quiet Shutter Release
Self-timer mode
Single-frame [S] mode
Continuous Shooting Options
CL: Up to 1-10 frames per second
CH: Up to 10-14 frames per second
Quiet Continuous Mode: Up to 1-5 frames per second
Top Continuous Shooting Speed at Full Resolution
14 frames per second
Self-Timer
2, 5, 10, 20 sec.; 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 sec.
Timer duration electronically controlled

Exposure

Exposure Metering System
TTL exposure metering using 180,000-pixel RGB sensor
Live view: TTL exposure metering performed by image sensor
Metering Method
Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 12 mm circle in center of frame; Diameter of circle can be changed to 8, 15, or 20 mm, or weighting can be based on average of entire frame (non-CPU and AF-S Fisheye NIKKOR 8-15mm f/3.5- 4.5E ED lenses use 12-mm circle)
Matrix: 3D Color Matrix Metering III (type G, E, and D lenses); Color Matrix Metering III (other CPU lenses); Color Matrix Metering available with non-CPU lenses if user provides lens data
Spot: Meters circle approximately 4 mm in diameter (about 1.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point (on center focus point when non-CPU or AF-S Fisheye NIKKOR 8-15mm f/3.5-4.5E ED lens is used)
Highlight-weighted: Available with type G, E, and D lenses
Metering Range
-3 ± 20 EV (Matrix or center-weighted metering)
2 to 20 EV (spot metering)
0 to 20 EV (highlight-weighted metering)
Figures are for ISO 100 and f/1.4 lens at 20 °C/68 °F
Exposure Meter Coupling
Combined CPU and AI
Exposure Modes
Aperture-Priority Auto (A)
Manual (M)
Programmed Auto with flexible Program (P)
Shutter-Priority Auto (S)
Exposure Compensation
±5 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV
Exposure Bracketing
Yes
Exposure Lock
Luminosity locked at detected value
Picture Control
Auto
Creative Picture Controls (Dream, Morning, Pop, Sunday, Somber, Dramatic, Silence, Bleached, Melancholic, Pure, Denim, Toy, Sepia, Blue, Red, Pink, Charcoal, Graphite, Binary, Carbon)
Flat
Landscape
Monochrome
Neutral
Portrait
Standard
Vivid
Selected Picture Control can be modified
Storage for custom Picture Controls

Sensitivity

ISO Sensitivity
ISO 100 - 102,400 Choose from step sizes of 1/3, 1/2, and 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, 4, or 5 EV (ISO 3,280,000 equivalent) above ISO 102,400; auto ISO sensitivity control available
Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity
100
Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity
102,400
Lowest Expanded ISO Sensitivity
Lo-1 (ISO 50 equivalent)
Highest Expanded ISO Sensitivity
Hi-5 (ISO 3,280,000 equivalent)
Expanded ISO Sensitivity Options
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, 4, or 5 EV (ISO 3,280,000 equivalent) above ISO 102,400; auto ISO sensitivity control available
Long Exposure Noise Reduction
Yes
High ISO Noise Reduction
Yes
Active D-Lighting
Can be selected from:
Extra High
High
Normal
Low
Off
D-Lighting Bracketing Yes

Focus/Autofocus

Single-Point AF Mode

105 focus points (number available for selection in viewfinder photography can be chosen from 105, 27, and 15)
Dynamic AF Mode
Yes
Auto-Area AF Mode
Yes
Autofocus System Type
Viewfinder photography: TTL phase-detection; 105 focus points, all of which are cross-type sensors and 15 of which support f/8; detection performed by Multi-CAM 37K autofocus sensor module; autofocus fine-tuning supported
Live view: Contrast-detect AF available at all points in frame; focus point selected by camera when face detection or subject-tracking is used
Detection Range
-4.5 to +20 EV (ISO 100, 68°F/20°C)
Lens Servo
Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); Continuous-servo AF (AF-C); predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status full-time AF (AF-F; available only during live view and movie recording)
Manual focus (MF): Electronic rangefinder can be used
AF-Area Mode
Viewfinder photography: Single-point AF; 9, 25, 49, or 105-point dynamic-area AF; 3D-tracking; group-area AF; group-area AF (C1); group-area AF (C2); auto-area AF
Live view: face-detection AF, wide-area AF, normal area AF, subject-tracking AF
Focus Lock
Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF/AF-S) or by pressing the center of the sub-selector
Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points
105
Autofocus Fine Tune
Yes

Flash Bracketing
Yes
X-Sync Speed
1/250
Top FP High Speed Sync
Up to 1/8000
Flash Control
TTL: i-TTL flash control using RGB sensor with approximately 180K (180,000) pixels; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix, center-weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill-flash for digital SLR with spot metering
Flash Sync Modes
Front-curtain sync (normal)
Rear-curtain sync
Red-Eye reduction
Red-Eye reduction with slow sync
Slow sync
Off
Flash Compensation
-3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV
Flash-ready Indicator
Lights when 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 Lighting System (CLS)
i-TTL flash control, radio-controlled Advanced Wireless Lighting, optical Advanced Wireless Lighting, modeling illumination, FV lock, Color Information Communication, Auto FP High-Speed Sync, AF-assist for multi-area AF (viewfinder photography), unified flash control
Flash Sync Terminal
ISO 519 sync terminal with locking thread

White Balance
Auto (3 types)
Choose color temperature (2500K to 10000K)
Cloudy
Direct Sunlight
Flash
Fluorescent (7 types)
Incandescent
Natural Light Auto
Preset manual (up to 6 values can be stored, spot white balance measurement available during live view)
Shade
All except choose color temperature with fine-tuning
White Balance Bracketing
Yes

Live View Shooting
Photography Live View Mode
Movie Live View Mode
Live View Lens Servo
Single, continuous, full-time AF
Live View AF-Area Mode
Face-priority AF
Wide-area AF
Normal-area AF
Subject-tracking AF
Live View Autofocus
Contrast detection

Movie Metering
TTL exposure metering using main image sensor
Movie Maximum Recording Time
105 minutes
Based on CIPA Standards
Movie File Format
MOV
MP4
Movie Video Compression
H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding
Movie Audio Recording Format
Linear PCM
AAC
Movie
4K UHD 3,840x2,160 / 30 fps
4K UHD 3,840x2,160 / 25 fps
4K UHD 3,840x2,160 / 24 fps
Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 60 fps
Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 50 fps
Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 30 fps
Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 25 fps
Full HD 1,920x1,080 / 24 fps
Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 60 fps
Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 50 fps
Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 30 fps
Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 25 fps
Full HD 1,920x1,080 crop / 24 fps
HD 1,280x720 / 60 fps
HD 1,280x720 / 50 fps
Actual frame rates for 60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, and 24p are 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, and 23.976 fps respectively
Quality selection available at all sizes except 3,840 x 2,160 when quality is fixed at (high)
Movie Audio
Built-in stereo or external microphone with attenuator option; sensitivity adjustable

Monitor Size
3.2 in. diagonal
Monitor Resolution
2,359,000 Dots
Monitor Type
TFT touch-sensitive LCD
Monitor Angle of View
170-degree wide-viewing angle
Monitor Adjustments
Brightness, 11 levels
Brightness adjustment and color balance control
Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator
Yes

Playback Functions
Auto Image Rotation
Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images)
Highlights
Histogram Display
Index Marking
IPTC information embedding and display
Location Display
Movie Playback
Movie Slideshow
Photo Information
Photo Slideshow
Picture Rating
Playback with Playback Zoom
Playback Zoom Cropping
Voice Memo
In-Camera Image Editing
Yes
Image Comment
Yes
Voice Memo Function
Yes

Interface
Type C USB (Super speed USB), type C HDMI, Stereo mini-pin audio input (microphone), Stereo mini-pin output (headphones), Ten pin remote port
Wi-Fi Functionality
Standards: IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a/ac (Europe, U.S.A., Canada, Mexico)
IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a (other countries in the Americas)
IEEE 802.11b/g/n (Africa, Asia, and Oceania)
Operating frequency: 2412–2462 MHz (channel 11) and 5180–5825 MHz (U.S.A., Canada, Mexico)
2412–2462 MHz (channel 11) and 5180–5805 MHz (other countries in the Americas)
2412–2462 MHz (channel 11) and 5745–5805 MHz (Georgia)
2412–2462 MHz (channel 11) and 5180–5320 MHz (other European countries)
Maximum output power (EIRP): 2.4 GHz band: 6.8 dBm
5 GHz band: 6.3 dBm (Georgia)
5 GHz band: 9.3d Bm (other countries)
Authentication: Open system, WPA2-PSK
Ethernet Connector
RJ-45 connector
Standards: IEEE 802.3ab (1000BASE-T)/IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-TX)/IEEE 802.3 (10BASE-T)
Data rates*: 10/100/1000 Mbps with auto detect
Port: 1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T (AUTOMDIX)
*Maximum logical data rates according to IEEE standard; actual rates may differ.
Peripheral Connector
For WT-6
Smart Device App Connectivity
SnapBridge
Bluetooth
Yes
Communication protocols: Bluetooth Specification Version 4.2
Operating frequency: Bluetooth: 2402–2480 MHz
Bluetooth Low Energy: 2402–2480 MHz
Maximum output power (EIRP):
Bluetooth: 1.3 dBm
Bluetooth Low Energy: -0.2 dBm
GPS
Receiving frequency: 1575.42 MHz (C/A code)
Geodesics: WGS 84
Supported GNS Systems
GPS (USA)
GLONASS (Russia)
QZSS (Japan)
Data Acquired
Latitude, longitude, altitude, UTC (Universal Coordinated Time)
Clock Synchronization
Camera clock can be set to time acquired via GNSS
Track Logs
NMEA-compliant
Log Interval
15 sec., 30 sec., 1 min., 2 min., 5 min.
Maximum Log Recording Time
6, 12, or 24 hours
Log Deletion
Supported
Save/Load Camera Settings
Yes

Total Custom Settings
69
My Menu
Yes
Recent Settings
Yes
Supported Languages
The languages available vary with the country or region in which the camera was originally purchased.
Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time Settings
Yes
World Time Setting
Yes

Battery / Batteries
EN-EL18c Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
EN-EL18b/EN-EL18a/EN-EL18 batteries can also be used. Note, however, that fewer pictures can be taken on a single charge with an EN-EL18 than with an EN-EL18c/EN-EL18b/EN-EL18a.
Battery Life (shots per charge)
3,580 shots (CIPA)
Movies: Approx. 105 minutes of HD footage
Battery enables up to approx. 3,580 shots per charge in single-frame release mode* or approx. 8,670 shots in continuous-release mode**
*Based on CIPA Standards
**Under Nikon’s own test conditions
AC Adapter
EH-6c AC Adapter; requires EP-6 Power Connector (available separately)
Battery Charger
MH-26a Quick Charger

Tripod Socket
1/4 in. (ISO 1222)
Approx. Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)
6.3 in. (160 mm) x 6.5 in. (163 mm) x 3.7 in. (92 mm)
Approx. Weight
44.8 oz. (1,270 g)
camera body only
Operating Environment
Temperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Humidity: Less than 85% (no condensation)

D6 Body Only

EN-EL18c Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
MH-26a Battery Charger
HDMI and USB Cable Clip
UC-E24 USB Cable
AN-DC22 Camera Strap
DK-27 Eyepiece Adapter
DK-17F Fluorine-Coated Finder Eyepiece
BF-1B Body Cap
BS-3 Accessory Shoe Cover
BL-6 Battery Chamber Cover

Nikon D6 FX DSLR Body

Nikon D6 FX DSLR Body

Decisive power. Faster workflow. Absolute reliability.

The most powerful AF in Nikon's history.

Precision focusing with 17 custom Group Area AF choices.

Image quality that shines in any light.

Type

Image Sensor

File System

Viewfinder

Lens

Lens

Shutter

Exposure

Sensitivity

Focus/Autofocus

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Flash Bracketing

X-Sync Speed

Top FP High Speed Sync

Flash Control

Flash Sync Modes

Flash Compensation

Flash-ready Indicator

Accessory Shoe

Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)

Flash Sync Terminal

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White Balance

White Balance Bracketing

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Live View Shooting

Live View Lens Servo

Live View AF-Area Mode

Live View Autofocus

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Movie Metering

Movie Maximum Recording Time

Movie File Format

Movie Video Compression

Movie Audio Recording Format

Movie

Movie Audio

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Monitor Size

Monitor Resolution

Monitor Type

Monitor Angle of View

Monitor Adjustments

Virtual Horizon Camera Indicator

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Playback Functions

In-Camera Image Editing

Image Comment

Voice Memo Function

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Interface

Wi-Fi Functionality

Ethernet Connector

Peripheral Connector

Smart Device App Connectivity

Bluetooth

GPS

Supported GNS Systems

Data Acquired

Clock Synchronization

Track Logs

Log Interval

Maximum Log Recording Time

Log Deletion

Save/Load Camera Settings

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Total Custom Settings

My Menu

Recent Settings

Supported Languages

Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time Settings

World Time Setting

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Battery / Batteries