Photography major, Nikon has announced the launch of its next-generation DSLR, D4 camera equipped with the company’s powerful EXPEED3 image processing engine.

The D4, which is the latest addition in the flagship D model devices, is a 16.2-megapixel FX-format camera. The EXPEED3 allows users to click amazing quality pictures in various environments, light conditions and across all manner of subject.

“The introduction of the Nikon D4 sets a new benchmark for photography. We’re proud to be launching a new flagship model that exceeds the capabilities of its world renowned predecessor, the Nikon D3,” said Kentaro Kusakari, Product Planning Manager, Nikon UK.

Kusakari also said that D4 is aimed at professionals who are looking to improve their workflow and extend limits of photography. D4 comes 11fps capture rates allowing users not to miss important shots and the noise reduction design makes sure that shots are without any distortions.

The new camera also comes with broadcast quality HD video recording capabilities and thus may compete directly with dedicated video cameras. D4 is capable of shooting 1080p Full HD video content up to 30fps and the recordings can be stored through high-capacity XQD card slot.

Nikon says that the camera will be launched in the market on February 16 and will be priced at about £4799.99 in the UK.