In August 2010, the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) presented the D3S with the European Professional Camera 2010-2011 award, citing high ISO sensitivity combined with low noise and a high level of detail.
Nikon D3S стал лауреатом премий TIPA (Technical Image Press Association) и EISA (European Imaging and Sound Association):* TIPA Best D-SLR Professional (2010),* EISA European Professional Camera (2010—2011).