Nikon
D4S
The Nikon D4s is a professional DSLR camera. The Nikon D4s uses a Nikon F mount. The Nikon D4s was introduced in February 2014.[1][2]
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Produced
–2016
Optics
Nikon F-mount[3]
What it is
The Nikon D4S is a digital single-lens reflex camera with a Nikon F bayonet lens mount. The D4S uses an FX-format image sensor and a fixed optical viewfinder.[4][1][5]
The Nikon D4S is a professional camera body built around the Nikon F-mount system. The D4S accepts compatible F-mount lenses through a mechanical bayonet interface.[4][1][3]
How it works
The Nikon D4S uses an electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter. The camera uses phase-detection autofocus with multiple selectable autofocus areas and focus modes.[4][1]
The Nikon D4S uses a Nikon Advanced Multi-CAM 3500FX autofocus module. The camera also supports live view and movie capture.[4][1]
Where it fits in the process flow
The Nikon D4S is compatible with AF NIKKOR lenses, including type G, E, and D lenses, and with some AI and AI-P NIKKOR lenses. The camera does not accept IX NIKKOR lenses, lenses for the F3AF, or non-AI lenses.[4]
Applications
The Nikon D4S is used for general still photography and motion capture within the Nikon FX-format system. The camera supports JPEG and RAW image recording and Full HD video capture.[4][1]
The Nikon D4S supports a broad exposure range and a high-speed continuous drive mode. The camera is suited to applications that benefit from fast autofocus, optical framing, and interchangeable-lens operation.[1][4]
What do the numbers mean?
Optics & imaging3
Dimensions & facilities2
Configuration & options13
- Video
- Full HD 1920 x 1080 at 60/50/30/25/24 fps; HD 1280 x 720 at 60/50 fps; VGA 640 x 424 at 30/25 fps[4]
Vintage & configurations
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Frequently asked questions
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No publicly documented variants, configuration options, or revision breakpoints of the D4S are on record.
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Sources & citations
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- [1]dxomark.com — dxomark.comdxomark.com
- [2]dslrbodies.com — dslrbodies.comdslrbodies.com
- [3]en.wikipedia.org — en.wikipedia.orgen.wikipedia.org
- [4]nikonusa.com — nikonusa.comnikonusa.com
- [5]Nikon D4s Specifications | Cameraby — cameraby.comcameraby.com
Last updated Oct 9, 2026.