Nikon D2XS DSLR Camera
The Nikon D2xs is a 12MP APS-C DSLR camera — known for its 12MP APS-C CMOS Sensor and High-Speed Burst Shooting. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Overview — Nikon D2xs
Key Features — Nikon D2xs
12MP APS-C CMOS Sensor: Captures images at up to 4288x2848 pixels, delivering files suited to professional print and editorial workflows of its era.
High-Speed Burst Shooting: Continuous shooting at up to 8 fps in standard mode, or up to 8 fps in a cropped high-speed mode, making the D2XS well-suited for action and sports.
11-Point Phase Detection AF: Phase detection autofocus with 11 focus points and subject tracking provides reliable acquisition when following moving subjects.
Weather-Sealed Magnesium Alloy Body: Dust and moisture resistant construction with a professional-grade magnesium alloy shell built to withstand demanding shooting environments.
Optical Pentaprism Viewfinder: Bright, accurate optical framing with no lag, essential for tracking fast-moving subjects in real time.
EN-EL4a Battery: Rated for approximately 3,800 shots per charge, reducing the need to swap batteries during extended shooting sessions.
Specifications — Nikon D2xs
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Sports, Wildlife, Studio |
| Type | DSLR |
| Sensor | APS-C |
| Resolution | 12MP |
| ISO Range | 100 – 3200 |
| AF System | Phase Detection |
| AF Points | 11 points |
| Max Photo Resolution | 4288x2848 |
| Burst Rate | 8 fps |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Display | 2.5 inches Fixed LCD |
| Display Resolution | 235,000 dots |
Description — Nikon D2xs
The Nikon D2XS is a professional APS-C DSLR centered on a 12MP sensor delivering a maximum image resolution of 4288x2848 pixels. For photographers who prioritize speed, the 8 fps burst mode keeps up with fast-moving subjects, backed by an 11-point Phase Detection autofocus system with subject tracking for continuous follow-focus capability. ISO sensitivity spans 100 to 800, and in-camera color profiles — Standard, Vivid, and Monochrome — provide basic JPEG output flexibility.
The body is constructed from magnesium alloy, is weather sealed, and measures 158 x 150 x 86 mm at 1,200g, reflecting its professional-tier physical durability. Framing is handled through an Optical Pentaprism viewfinder, while a 2.5-inch Fixed LCD with 235,000 dots serves image review duties. The camera stores images on CompactFlash (CF) media and is powered by the EN-EL4a battery, which is rated for approximately 3,800 shots per charge.
Flash control is supported via the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS). The D2XS does not include video recording, image stabilization, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth.
Pros — Nikon D2xs
- ✓8 fps maximum burst rate (photoSpecs.maxBurstFrameRate) suits fast-action shooting
- ✓Weather-sealed magnesium alloy body (bodyDesign.weatherSealing, bodyDesign.material) built for demanding conditions
- ✓11-point Phase Detection autofocus with subject tracking (autofocus.focusPoints, autofocus.subjectTracking) for reliable subject acquisition
Cons — Nikon D2xs
- ✗No video capability — maxResolution and frameRates in videoSpecs are null, limiting it to stills-only use
- ✗ISO range tops out at 800 (iso.max), which is quite restrictive by modern standards for low-light shooting
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — in-body, optical, or digital (imageStabilization.type: None)
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