Nikon D4S (Body) Black
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Nikon D3300 (Body) Blade
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DSLR Camera |
This D3300 DSLR offers a larger and more refined set of options for capturing those beautiful moments exactly the way you want to, compared to simpler counterparts like the compacts. | ||
Basic Skill Level (Photo) |
Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Nikon D4S camera would suit you adequately. |
Simple shots - As a photography noob, this Nikon D3300 camera would suit you adequately. | |
Intermediate Skill Level (Photo) |
For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the D4S is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 51 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with. |
For those who are passionate about photography at a casual level but are prepared to make the occasional technical adjustments, the D3300 is a very straightforward option. At this skill level you'll be comfortable utilising features such as the 11 "Auto Focus points" that this camera comes with. | |
Advanced Skill Level (Photo) |
To get your photos to the quality and spec that your high standards require, your camera should provide you with sufficient controls and tools to achieve this. One example is the range of Auto Focusing Modes that is available on the camera and the D4S does have a good set of options that caters for photographers with high skill levels. |
To get your photos to the quality and spec that your high standards require, your camera should provide you with sufficient controls and tools to achieve this. One example is the range of Auto Focusing Modes that is available on the camera and the D3300 does have a good set of options that caters for photographers with high skill levels. | |
Professional Skill Level (Photo) |
For the professional photographer, the Nikon D4S makes no compromises. Calibration options on this camera are deep and varied which combines nicely with its generous Image Sensor Size (36 x 23.9 mm (mm)). | ||
Basic Skill Level (Video) |
Simple clips - As a videography noob, this Nikon D4S video camera should be sufficient for your needs. |
Simple clips - As a videography noob, this Nikon D3300 video camera should be sufficient for your needs. | |
Intermediate Skill Level (Video) |
Even though recording videos is a passion, you're not necessarily looking to go pro. You're content with making tweaks to a couple of settings to suit the shot you're about to take. The D4S is very accessible which makes it suitable for this. |
Even though recording videos is a passion, you're not necessarily looking to go pro. You're content with making tweaks to a couple of settings to suit the shot you're about to take. The D3300 is very accessible which makes it suitable for this. | |
Everyday Life Photography |
If you're looking to simply use your camera to point-and-shoot everyday moments with an item or person as the subject matter, then the D4S is an easy recommendation for this. |
If you're looking to simply use your camera to point-and-shoot everyday moments with an item or person as the subject matter, then the D3300 is an easy recommendation for this. | |
Events Photography |
Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the D4S. |
Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the D3300. | |
Sports Photography |
Whether it's golf or tennis and everything in-between, the Tracking Focus capability in this camera allows you maintain your subject as the centre of attention even while in motion. It's Continuous Shooting Mode also helps take multiple shots in a couple of seconds allowing you assess a set of options you can pick from. |
Whether it's golf or tennis and everything in-between, the Tracking Focus capability in this camera allows you maintain your subject as the centre of attention even while in motion. It's Continuous Shooting Mode also helps take multiple shots in a couple of seconds allowing you assess a set of options you can pick from. | |
Underwater Photography |
Sea-life is always breathtaking. With this camera from Nikon, you can expect to produce vivid images that showcases the unique tone that are found with photographs taken underwater. |
Sea-life is always breathtaking. With this camera from Nikon, you can expect to produce vivid images that showcases the unique tone that are found with photographs taken underwater. | |
Travel |
As you make trips around the world, every moment tells a story. For this, a good camera is crucial and the D4S is a great option for travel. It's got a combined zoom capability allowing you get a closer look at items that can't be reached easily.^506^*} |
As you make trips around the world, every moment tells a story. For this, a good camera is crucial and the D3300 is a great option for travel. It's got a combined zoom capability allowing you get a closer look at items that can't be reached easily.^506^*} | |
Live Streaming |
Streaming video live is a great way to share your experiences and this camera from Nikon provides a couple of connectivity options to help you with this. |
Streaming video live is a great way to share your experiences and this camera from Nikon provides a couple of connectivity options to help you with this. | |
Event Videos |
For those special occasions, this Nikon camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. |
For those special occasions, this Nikon camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. | |
Home Videos |
Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Nikon D4S is a great companion to have. |
Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Nikon D3300 is a great companion to have. | |
Film Making |
High definition entertainment - While shooting a variety of scenes for your next release, this camera has you covered due to the (36 x 23.9 mm mm image sensor it houses. |
High definition entertainment - While shooting a variety of scenes for your next release, this camera has you covered due to the (23.5 x 15.6 mm mm image sensor it houses. | |
Low-light Videos |
Low light recording can be tricky, however this camera has got what it takes to help you through that. This is because its minimum aperture number combined with it's maximum ISO sensitivity can produce crispy images with minimal noise. |
Low light recording can be tricky, however this camera has got what it takes to help you through that. This is because its minimum aperture number combined with it's maximum ISO sensitivity can produce crispy images with minimal noise. | |
Wildlife Photography |
When taking photos of the beautiful creatures of the wild, you'll need to have Tracking Focus mode activated so as not to miss any great moments while they are active in their habitat. Burst shots help as well, which this camera happens to have making it a very good option for your needs. |
When taking photos of the beautiful creatures of the wild, you'll need to have Tracking Focus mode activated so as not to miss any great moments while they are active in their habitat. Burst shots help as well, which this camera happens to have making it a very good option for your needs. | |
Landscape Photography |
If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Nikon has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. In addition, this model has the ability to select what parts of your frame you would like to focus on before you take the shot. |
If you've got requirements to take photos of a variety of landscapes, then the presence of multiple scene modes on a camera is helpful in order to setup quickly and start shooting. This model from Nikon has got this capability making it a suitable option for your needs. In addition, this model has the ability to select what parts of your frame you would like to focus on before you take the shot. | |
High FPS Videos |
If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60 FPS at 1080p resolutions. |
If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60 FPS at 1080p resolutions. | |
WiFi Connectivity |
Sometimes carrying cables about just so you can move your photos across the devices can be a pain. Good thing this particular model comes with Wi-Fi. | ||
Professional Looks |
This device showcases a refined taste in mobile devices due to clean lines and a premium look. | ||
Regular Looks |
It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way. |
It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way. | |
Bluetooth Connectivity | |||
High Speed Cable Connectivity |
This particular model comes with a high speed port, which is great for transferring photos from your camera to another device at incredible speeds. | ||
Camera Body Only |
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Audio Formats Supported | LPCM | LPCM | |
Auto Exposure (AE) Lock | - | Yes | |
Auto Focus | Yes | Yes | |
Auto Focus (AF) Lock | - | Yes | |
Auto Focus (AF) Points | 51 | 11 | |
Auto Focus (AF) Points Selection | 1 | - | |
Auto Focusing (AF) Modes | Face detection, Multi Point Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus | Continuous Auto Focus, Face detection, Multi Point Auto Focus, Servo Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus, Tracking Auto Focus | |
Batteries Included | Yes | Yes | |
Battery Charger Included | - | Yes | |
Battery Technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) | |
Battery Type | EN-EL18a | EL14a | |
Brightness Adjustment | Yes | Yes | |
Built-in Display | Yes | Yes | |
Built-in Flash | - | Yes | |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes | |
Cables Included | AC, USB | - | |
Camcorder Media Type | CompactFlash, XQD | SD, SDHC, SDXC | |
Camera File System | DCF 2.0, DPOF, Exif 2.3 | RAW | |
Camera Shutter Type | - | Electronic | |
Camera Type | SLR Camera Body | SLR Camera Body | |
Compatible Memory Cards | CF, XQD | SD, SDHC, SDXC | |
Continuous Shooting Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Depth | 90.5 mm | 98 mm | |
Diopter Adjustment (D-D) | -3 - 1 | -1.7 - 0.5 | |
Diopter Correction | Yes | Yes | |
Display | TFT | LCD | |
Display Diagonal | 3.2 | 3 | |
Display Resolution (numeric) | 921000 pixels | 921000 pixels | |
Electronic Viewfinder | Yes | Yes | |
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) Ports | 1 | - | |
External Flash Connector | Yes | - | |
Face Detection | Yes | Yes | |
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed | 1/8000 s | 1/4000 s | |
Field Of View | - | 100 % | |
Flash Exposure Correction | -3EV - +1EV (1/3 EV step) | -3EV - +1EV (1/3 EV step) | |
Flash Modes | Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization | Auto, Flash off, Flash on | |
Flash Sync-speed | 1/250 s | 1/200 s | |
Focus | - | TTL | |
Focus Adjustment | - | Auto | |
GPS (satellite) | Yes | - | |
Hand Strap | Yes | - | |
HD Type | Full HD | Full HD | |
HDMI (Mini) Ports Quantity | 1 | 1 | |
HDMI Connector Type | Mini | Mini | |
HDMI Ports Quantity | Yes | Yes | |
Headphone Output Type | 3.5 | - | |
Headphone Outputs | 1 | - | |
Height | 156.5 mm | 75.5 mm | |
High Speed Port present | Yes | - | |
Image Editing | - | Rotating | |
Image Formats Supported | JPG, RAW, TIF | JPG, NEF, RAW | |
Image Sensor Size (W X H) | 36 x 23.9 mm | 23.5 x 15.6 mm | |
ISO Sensitivity | 200, 25600 | 100, 12800, 25600 | |
ISO Sensitivity (max) | 25600 | 25600 | |
ISO Sensitivity (min) | 200 | 100 | |
Languages Support | - | ARA, BUL, CHI (SIMPL), CHI (TR), DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, FIN, FRE, GRE, HUN, ITA, JPN, KOR, NOR, POL, POR, RUM, RUS, SER, SWE, THA, TUR, UKR | |
Lens Mount Interface | Nikon F | Nikon F | |
Light Exposure Correction | - | ± 5EV (1/3EV step) | |
Light Exposure Modes | Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE | Aperture priority AE, Auto, Manual, Shutter priority AE | |
Light Metering | - | Centre-weighted | |
Live stream capable | 1 | 1 | |
Magnification | 0.70 x | 0.85 x | |
Manual Exposure | Yes | Yes | |
Manual Focus | Yes | Yes | |
Maximum Image Resolution | 4928 x 3280 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels | |
Maximum Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels | 1920 x 1080 pixels | |
Megapixel | 16.2 MP | 24.2 MP | |
Memory Slots | 2 | - | |
Microphone Operation Mode | Mono | Mono, Stereo | |
Motion JPEG Frame Rate | 60 fps | - | |
Number Of Batteries Supported | 1 | 1 | |
On Screen Display (OSD) Languages | ARA, CHI (SIMPL), CHI (TR), CZE, DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, ESP, FRE, ITA, JPN, KOR, NOR, POL, POR, RUM, RUS, SWE, THA, TUR, UKR | - | |
Operating Temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °F | 0 - 40 °F | |
Photo Effects | 1 | 1 | |
PictBridge | Yes | Yes | |
Power Source Type | Battery | Battery | |
Product Colour | Black | Black | |
Scene Modes | Portrait, Landscape (scenery) | Children, Close-up (macro), Night portrait, Sports, Landscape (scenery) | |
Scene Modes Present | Yes | Yes | |
Self-timer Delay | 2, 5, 10, 20 s | 2, 5, 10, 20 s | |
Sensor Format | Full-frame | Cropped | |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS | |
Shooting Modes | - | Scene | |
Shutter Priority AE | Yes | Yes | |
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed | 30 s | 30 s | |
Still Image Resolution(s) | 4928 x 3280, 3696 x 2456, 2464 x 1640, 3200 x 2128, 2400 x 1592, 1600 x 1064, 4096 x 3280, 3072 x 2456, 2048 x 1640, 4096 x 2720, 3072 x 2040, 2048 x 1360 | 4800 x 1080, 1632 x 4800, 9600 x 1080, 1632 x 9600, 4496 x 3000, 2992 x 2000 | |
Total Megapixels | 16.6 MP | 24.78 MP | |
Tracking Focus | 1 | 1 | |
Tripod Mounting Supported | Yes | Yes | |
USB 2.0 Type-A Ports Quantity | - | 1 | |
USB Version | - | 2.0 | |
Video Formats Supported | H.264, MPEG4 | H.264, MOV, MPEG4 | |
Video Recording | Yes | Yes | |
Video Resolutions | 640 x 424, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels | 640 x 424, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels | |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic | |
Voice Recording | Yes | Yes | |
Weight | 1180 g | 410 g | |
Weight (including Battery) | - | 460 g | |
White Balance | Auto, Cloudy, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade | Auto, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade | |
Wi-Fi | Yes | - | |
Width | 160 mm | 124 mm |
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