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Nikon D4

Nikon's 2012 pro flagship: 16 MP full frame, 11 fps with a 51-point AF system, XQD + CF slots and the integrated-grip body, with a 2,600-shot battery.

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Battery EN-EL18 Same family: EN-EL18A, EN-EL18B, EN-EL18C, EN-EL18D 2600 shots per charge (CIPA) From £129.00 · Hähnel HL-EL18 Battery for Nikon EN-EL18d Every EN-EL18 battery and charger →
Memory card
XQD Slot 1 of 2
CompactFlash Slot 2 of 2 Cheapest at V30 / U3+: £99.00 · SanDisk Extreme Pro CompactFlash 32GB
Top mode needs V30 / U3 on the fastest card (from its top video mode and burst rate) XQD cards and speeds →
Filter size Depends on the lens. The commonest threads on Nikon F lenses: 77mm1767mm1652mm1172mm782mm658mm546mm495mm4 Number = lenses with that thread. Your lens's size is on its product page. All filter sizes →
Core
Released
2012
Sensor
16.2MP full-frame CMOS
Resolution
16.2 MP
Mount
Nikon F mount
Dimensions
160 × 156.5 × 90.5mm
Weight
1340g (with battery)
Weather Sealed
No
Performance
Autofocus
51-point phase-detect (15 cross-type, 11 at f/8) via viewfinder; contrast AF with face priority in live view
Stabilisation
No IBIS (lens-based stabilisation only)
Burst Rate
11fps
Battery Life
~2600 shots (CIPA)
Features
Video
Full HD 1080p/30, 720p/60
Viewfinder
Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.7x
Screen
3.2" fixed LCD, 921k dots
Memory Cards
Dual slots: XQD + CompactFlash
Connectivity
USB 2.0, mini HDMI, 3.5mm mic + headphone
Detailed Specs
Sensor Format
Full frame
Viewfinder Type
Optical (SLR)
Screen Type
Fixed
Touchscreen
No
Card Slots
2
Battery Life (CIPA)
2600 shots
USB Power
No USB power
Dimensions
160 × 156 × 90mm
Weight (Grams)
1340g
Autofocus Type
DSLR phase detect
Subject Detection
Face
Max Burst Rate
11.0fps
In-Body Stabilisation
No
Maximum Native ISO
12800
Max Mechanical Shutter
1/8000
Max Video Resolution
1080p–2.7K
10-Bit Video
No
Log Profile
No
Built-in Microphone Input
Yes
Headphone Jack
Yes
HDMI Port Type
Mini

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GearScore™ — Suitability by Genre

Base score — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. Camera Match adjusts it for your skill level and priorities.

Portrait
5.9
Street
3.9
Travel
3.4
Wedding & Events
6.3
Documentary
4.4
Sports & Action
6.3
Landscape
4.3
Wildlife
5.9
Casual
2.3
Food
3.8
Macro
3.4
Architecture
4.5
Astrophotography
6.0
✅ Great For
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Wedding & Events 6.3 Strong on pro reliability, image quality / low light and viewfinder.
⚠️ Not Ideal For
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Casual 2.3 Held back by portability and ease of use.
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Macro 3.4 Held back by stabilisation and in-camera focus stacking.
✈️
Travel 3.4 Held back by portability and weather sealing.
📝 How suitability scores are calculated GearScore™ genre scores are calculated from this camera's verified specifications — autofocus, sensor, weight, weather sealing and more — weighted by what matters for each type of photography. Where a spec sheet misses something (e.g. a manual-focus rangefinder for street), we apply a documented editorial adjustment. Scores are not based on customer reviews. See our full methodology →
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