12.3 effective Megapixel CMOS sensor
Supports all Nikkor F-mount lenses, with a 1.5X focal length conversion ratio
3-inch LCD display with 920,000 pixels
Optical viewfinder has a 0.94x magnification
Live view with contrast detect AF and face detection
Full manual controls, with ISO range of 200 - 3200, expandable to 100 - 6400
11-point autofocus system with 3D tracking
Can take up to 100 JPEGs in a row at 4.5 frames/sec (not sure about RAW yet)
Can record "D-movies" at 1280 x 720 (720p) at 24 fps, with sound
The time limit for a single 720p movie is around 5 minutes
Lower resolutions are available, with longer recording times
As you'd expect, the zoom and focus must be operated manually once recording starts
Movies are saved in AVI format, using the M-JPEG codec
Built-in wireless flash support
Dust reduction system
Other features include Active D-Lighting, distortion control, image straightening
HDMI out port for connection to an HDTV
Optional GPS unit allows for easy geotagging; the GP-1 ships in November, pricing TBD
Uses EN-EL3e lithium-ion battery; 850 shots per charge
Includes new F3.5-5.6, 18 - 105 mm ED VR lens; lens will be available separately for $399
Ships next month for $999 body only, or $1299 with the 18 - 105 mm lens