Nikon announced its newest FX-format digital SLR, the Nikon D700.

The D700 features an FX-format first introduced with the Nikon D3. The D700 features a 12.1-megapixel FX-format CMOS sensor with a sensing area of 36.0 x 23.9 mm, a sensitivity range of ISO 200 to 6400, continuous shooting at up to 5 frames per second (and up to 8 fps with the optional Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10), Nikon's exclusive 51-point AF system, Scene Recognition System for optimum autofocus and auto exposure and auto white balance detection.

Other features of the Nikon D700 include 3-inch LCD monitor, Live View, Image sensor cleaning, Built-in flash with wireless commander function and HDMI output (via provided Type C mini connector).

The new FX-format Nikon D700 D-SLR camera will be available late July 2008, and will have an estimated selling price of $2,999.95 (body only). The D700 is aimed at SLR enthusiasts and professionals at that price point.
Via the Nikon site.