21/02/01

Nikon receives two DIMA Awards

Nikon D1x Professional Digital SLR Camera and Super Coolscan 8000 ED High-Speed Multi-Format Film Scanner Recognized for Technology and Innovation by the Digital Imaging Marketing Association (DIMA)
Nikon has received two DIMA innovative Digital Product Awards for the Nikon D1x pro digital SLR camera and the Super Coolscan 8000 ED desktop film scanner. Nikon was honored with two of the 17 awards that recognize unique technologies and/or applications that will influence the future of digital imaging. Digital imaging editors and writers judged the annual award sponsored by DIMA, the Digital Imaging Marketing Association, which is a section of PMA.
Nikon D1x digital SLR camera is optimized for superior image quality with a 5.47 megapixel CCD and a number of advanced capabilities for color reproduction, white balance and precision exposure control. It is designed for professionals requiring high image quality and the more demanding image resolution requirements for high-tech, publishing, scientific, pre-press, advertising, graphic arts and other photography that involves extremely high detail. The D1x combines with the Nikon Total Pro Imaging System to advanceany pro photographer's ability to most effectively incorporate digital photography into their workflow.
Nikon Super Coolscan 8000 ED is a multi-format film scanner that offers the highest dynamic range and resolution of any desktop film scanner available today. The scanner is capable of scanning a variety of film formats, including 35mm, 120/220, 16mm, electron microscope and prepared microscope slides, at true 4,000 dpi optical resolution with image quality equal to drum scanners. Designed for professionals looking to increase productivity and profitability in graphics applications, the Super Coolscan 8000 ED is the first film scanner to include Applied Science Fiction's groundbreaking Digital ICE3 technology, a suite of sophisticated digital enhancement tools for color correcting and enhancing images.
Nikon Press Release - 21.02.2001