Nikon Announces Plans for New Professional Class Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera
February 15, 1999
Tokyo, Japan(Nippon), 1999-02-15 ---
Nikon today announced that in response to the professional photography market's requirements, Nikon has been developing a new professional class, high-quality digital Single Lens Reflex Camera.
(Photo : Prototype (w / AI AF Zoom-Nikkor 28-105mm f3.5-4.5D IF))
Nikon has employed its long-time experience in designing professional cameras with newly developed digital imaging technology ; the result will be a unique, new camera.
The new camera will be smaller, lighter, will have higher performance for improved picture quality, and will have faster image signal processing and faster continuous picture taking.
Other key features include compatibility with Nikon's Interchangeable lens Nikkor System and enhanced durability.
Nikon is confident that this new digital SLR will offer a significant enhancement to the Nikon System, and the wide ranging needs of professional photographers.
The price objective for this new digital camera will make it accessible to a full range of professional customers and it is sure to appeal to advanced photo enthusiasts, as well.
The new camera is planned for sales beginning autumn 1999.
- The information is current as of the date of publication. It is subject to change without notice.