Nikon D3X Review

We don't normally direct readers to other websites but, because the NikonD3X is such an expensive camera, we feel readers need to seek more than one expert opinion before parting with their cash. Photo Review's tests were on the single camera body that was supplied to us for review. This is normal practice and most review sites will also test only one camera body. This may - or may not - provide the confirmation you require that your money is well-spent.

For a real-world account of one purchaser's experiences we recommend potential buyers check out Thom Hogan's encounters with several D3Xs he tested in his homeland, the USA. Go to http://bythom.com/nikond3xreview.htm. While we don't claim local buyers are likely to experience similar disappointments to those he found with the first D3X he acquired, we believe he raises some very valid points about the purchasing experiences that should be a normal part of buying premium-priced products like this camera.

Buy this camera if:
- You want the best imaging performance from a DSLR camera you can purchase right now. - You want medium format file sizes and imaging performance.
- You want with the ability to choose from a much wider range of lenses than you'd get with a medium format camera.
- You have a clientele that will pay premium prices for images shot with the DX3.
- You want total integration with studio flash systems and on-camera flash units.
- You require high reliability and extensive weatherproof sealing for outdoor photography in all weather conditions and all types of environments.
- You have an existing suite of high-end Nikkor lenses and want a camera body to deliver the best from them.

Don't buy this camera if:
- You're not going to use its full capabilities.
- You work in dusty environments and change lenses frequently.
- You're not prepared to invest in fast, high-capacity memory cards plus plenty of archiving storage.
- You need a built-in flash.


Margaret Brown

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