Why write about a DSLR on a pro video site? With the Canon 5D MKII all the rage, as well as the fervor mounting over the new RED cameras, it’s almost surprising that the new top of the line Nikon isn’t touting video as a prowess. This camera is no slouch by any means. It sports a full frame sensor and lots of Nikon love. Check out the camera, more images, and the press release on our sister site, ProPhoto Coallition.

Newly developed Nikon FX-format CMOS sensor (35.9 x 24.0 mm sensing area)

24.5 million effective pixels

Superior-resolution image quality equivalent to medium-format digital cameras

High-speed continuous shooting of up to approx. 5 frames per second in FX format (24.5 megapixels) / 5:4 (20.4 megapixels); 7 frames per second in DX format (10.5megapixels)*1

Wide ISO sensitivity of 100 to 1600 at normal setting, with low noise performance

Two Live View modes – Handheld and Tripod

High-density 51-point (world’s largest number*2) AF system