Nikon's ultimate resolution DSLR of its era — 24.5MP full-frame at top-tier pricing.
The Nikon D3X was released in December 2008 as Nikon's highest-resolution professional DSLR at launch, featuring a 24.5MP full-frame CMOS sensor targeting studio, landscape, and commercial photographers who required maximum resolution. Nikon F mount.
24.5MP full-frame CMOS sensor. ISO 100-1600 (native), expandable to Lo 1 (50) and Hi 2 (6400). 5fps continuous shooting. Weather-sealed magnesium-alloy body. Dual CompactFlash slots. At approximately 1,220g. Nikon F mount.
The D3X positioned resolution above the D3 and D3S, which prioritised speed and high ISO. The 24.5MP sensor provided medium-format-challenging resolution for commercial and studio work in 2008. High-ISO performance is limited by 2008-era standards at ISO 1600+.
On the used market the Nikon D3X is a professional high-resolution DSLR with significant age. Condition checks: shutter actuation count (rated 300,000), dual CF slot condition, weather sealing, battery health (EN-EL4a). Nikon F mount.