New 12 megapixel D90 digital SLR from Nikon gets HD video capture

By Michelle Ruhfass • August 27, 2008

Nikon D90

Made official today, Nikon announced its latest DSLR the 12.3-megapixel sensored D90. Not much has changed from the rumors that swirled prior to its offical announcement including a large 3-inch LCD display, Live View, video capture, EXPEED image processing, and HDMI connectivity.

The new digital shooter officially offers:

3-inch 920k resolution display
11 point AF
EXPEED image processing
AF-S Nikkor 18-105 VR image stabilization lens
4.5fps
ISO 200-3200
Live View mode
Scene Recogition System and Face Detection
HD movie clips at 1280 x 720 resolution (24fps)
HDMI port
Li-Ion battery (up to 850 shots)

The Nikon D90 body will be available for US$999.95 and US$1299.95 for the full kit that includes the new 18-105mm VR lens. The D90 hits shelves in September.