Nikon's D3S Captures HD Video with Gigantic Sensor - PC Mag

On Tuesday, Nikon introduced the first D-SLR that can capture high-definition video using a "full frame" image sensor.

However, the new Nikon D3S camera is limited to 720p24 only; many of the new D-SLR's competitors offer more resolution and frame-rate capture options, None of them, though, employ a sensor as large as the D3S. When it comes to image quality, the general rule is: the bigger the sensor, the better the image quality.

The new 12.1-megapixel D3S will replace the 12.1-megapixel Nikon D3 and be priced at an estimated $5,199.95 (body only). This makes it the second most expensive D-SLR in Nikon's product line, placing it right underneath the $7,999 D3X (body only) which also uses a full frame sensor but captures a whopping 24.5 megapixels. The D3X does not offer video capture.

Earlier this month, Nikon's largest competitor Canon announced a video-centric D-SLR, the Canon 7D, which is capable of recording more high-definition resolutions and frame rates (1080p30/25/24 and 720p/60/50). The Canon 7D is much less expensive, and it lists for $1,699 (body only). But it also uses a much smaller APS-C image sensor (22.3 mm by 14.9 mm), too. The Nikon D3S full frame sensor is 36 mm by 23.9 mm.

The Nikon D3S is expected to be available in late November. For more information on the Nikon D3S, see the grid below or visit NikonUSA.com. -source

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I'm confused. Is the Nikon D3s really the first full-frame dslr to offer video? What about the Canon 5D mark II?

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