Nikon D90 Specifications

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for Nikon D90. Next to each category and value there are articles describing it all, giving you a deeper understanding on every area so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses.

Product
Name	Nikon D90
Manufacturer	Nikon
Release Date and Price
Release Year	2008
Release Date	2008-08-27
MSRP	899 USD Read more about MSRP
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Camera Type
Camera Type	DSLR Read more about DSLR DSLR vs Mirrorless Cameras
Sensor
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" Read more about Sensor Sizes
Sensor Type	CMOS Read more about Sensor Types Dust on the sensor? Read our Cleaning Guide
Resolution	4288 x 2848 pixels Read more about Pixels Read more about Resolution
Megapixels	12,3 MP (12212224 total pixels) Read more about Megapixels
Image Processor	Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration) Read more about Image Processors
Image
ISO Range	200 - 6400 Read more about ISO
White Balance Presets	12 Read more about White Balance Presets
Custom White Balance	Yes Setting Up Custom White Balance in Your Camera
Image Stabilization	No Image Stabilization in Digital and Mirrorless Cameras
Uncompressed format	RAW Read more about Uncompressed Picture Formats
Optics and Focus
Autofocus Motor	Yes Read more about Autofocus Motor
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView Read more about Autofocus Modes
Focus Points	11 Read more about Autofocus Points
Lens Mount	Nikon F List of all compatible lenses Read more about Lens Mount
Focal Length Multiplier	DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm Read more about Crop Factor (Nikon)
Screen and viewfinder
Articulated LCD	Fixed
Screen size	3”
Screen dots	920000
Touchscreen	No Read more about Touchscreen
Screen Type	Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle
Live view	Yes Read more about Live View
Viewfinder Type	Optical (pentaprism) Read more about Viewfinder Type
Viewfinder Coverage	96% Read more about Viewfinder Coverage
Viewfinder Magnification	0.96× (0.64× 35mm equiv.) Read more about Viewfinder Magnification
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A
Photography features
Frames per second	4,5 fps Read more about FPS/Frames per second (Continuous drive)
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds Read more about Shutter Speed
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds Read more about Shutter Speed
Built-in Flash	Yes Read more about Built-in Flash
Built-in Flash Range	17 meters Read more about Built-in Flash Range
External Flash	Yes Read more about External Flash
Self-Timer	Yes Read more about Self-Timer
Time-lapse	Yes Read more about Time-lapse
Metering Modes	Multi Center Weighted Spot Read more about Metering Modes
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) Read more about Exposure Compensation
Videography features
Video Recording	Yes Read more about Video Recording Functionality
Video Format	MPEG4 Read more about Video Recording Formats
Video Resolution	1280 x 720 Read more about Video Recording Resolutions
Built-in Microphone	Yes Read more about Built-in Microphone
Built-in Speakers	Yes Read more about Built-in Speakers
Storage
Memory Card	SD/SDHC Read more about Memory Cards
Connectivity
HDMI Output	Yes Read more about HDMI Output
Microphone Port	No Read more about Microphone Port
Headphone Port	No Read more about Headphone Port
Wireless	Yes Eye-Fi Connected Read more about Wireless Connection Read more about Wireless Accessories
Remote Control	Yes (Optional ML-L3 or MC-DC2) Read more about Remote Control Functionality Read more about Remote Control Accessories
Remote Control SKU	ML-L3 and MC-DC2
GPS	Yes Optional Read more about GPS Functionality Read more about GPS Accessories
GPS SKU	GP-1
Body and Dimensions
Enviromentally sealed	No Read more about Weather Sealing
Battery	Battery Pack
Battery Details	Lithium-Ion EN-EL3e rechargeable battery & charger
Battery SKU	EN-EL3e
Battery Life	850 shots according to CIPA Read more about Battery Life CIPA Rating Issues with Battery life on Nikon D90?
Width	132 mm
Height	103 mm
Depth	77 mm
Weight	703 gram including battery Read more about Camera Weight

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