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Manufacturer: Nikon Inc. Part number: 9481
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- Visibly better photo quality and slightly improved performance make the Nikon D300 a significant upgrade over the D200 and an excellent all-around choice.
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CNET editors' review
Nikon D300 (with 18mm-200mm lens) price range: $2,599.00
- Reviewed by: Lori Grunin
- Reviewed on: 01/28/2008
- Released on: 11/28/2007
The good: Excellent performance and photo quality; solidly built; extremely flexible custom settings architecture; onboard wireless flash controller.
The bad: A bit too expensive, given the competition.
The bottom line: Visibly better photo quality and slightly improved performance make the Nikon D300 a significant upgrade over the D200 and an excellent all-around choice.
User reviews
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Move over Canon... the KING is here...
by jessiethe3rd on August 31, 2007
Pros: 8fps, speed, body, ergonomics, design, 51 point AF
Cons: weight, 51 point AF centered
Summary: Move over Canon, the KING is here. After playing with the D300 at an Asian trade show I must say that the D300 is real and a very good camera. ...
Summary: Move over Canon, the KING is here. After playing with the D300 at an Asian trade show I must say that the D300 is real and a very good camera. Yes it's APS-S... no it's not full frame... however, it is the best APS sized sensor camera available and it will probably remain that way for a long time. I believe this may be the last of the APS professional cameras by Nikon, however, birders and sports shooters should rejoice - this thing is KING.
8 out of 12 users found this user opinion helpful.
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SAMPLE OF PHOTOS TAKEN WITH NIKON D300
by henryrocket on January 27, 2008
Pros: NICE FEEL, SEALED BODY, ALLOY CONSTRUCTION,
Cons: STILL LOOKING
Summary: I just bought my Nikon d300 w/ 18-200mm VR AFS lens and I'm still testing my new camera out. Please check out my blog to check out photos taken ...
Summary: I just bought my Nikon d300 w/ 18-200mm VR AFS lens and I'm still testing my new camera out. Please check out my blog to check out photos taken with my D300. I will be testing this camera out to see what it can do and what it can't.
www.photocrumb.blogspot.com
You can click on my shots to get an enlarged version of all of my photos. Have fun with your camera.5 out of 7 users found this user opinion helpful.
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The amazing Nikon D3 -- but smaller!
by mentalman1369 on April 4, 2008
Pros: Save time/effort with superior colour, tone and contrast control; ergonomics; ease-of-use
Cons: No dedicated Picture Control button; no detailed MF indicator; (needs more customisable buttons)
Summary: Just to get to the point: this is hands down the BEST DSLR for almost all enthousiast photographers -- bar none. (And depending on where you buy, it can be ...
Summary: Just to get to the point: this is hands down the BEST DSLR for almost all enthousiast photographers -- bar none. (And depending on where you buy, it can be dirt cheap as well -- I got mine for less than $2000 AUD (body only, but I also got the 18-200 mm VR and 50 mm f/1.8 prime plus SB-600 flash))
The reasons are many for this commendation. From its almost identical feature set to its bigger brother, the Nikon D3, such as superior colour rendering (able to be EXTREMELY vibrant/saturated), tone and contrast control (Active D-Lighting works VERY well); to unbelievable ease-of-use and ergonomics -- this is a true D3 without the weight or size (and lack of built-in flash). (However, the high-ISO capabilities are nowhere near that of the D3, but neither is any other camera out there that doesn't cost less an arm or a leg.)
The importance of aforementioned features (esp. better colour, tone and contrast control) really make photographing so much easier -- from beginning to end. Less or no adjustments are needed during both the shooting and review stages, which just makes life so much better for prolific shooters (like myself - 20,000+ shots since Dec 2007!). Artistic vision is so much more easily realised with this camera - it's truly ground-breaking. Time saved with this camera is easily worth the premium over other DSLRs like the Canon 40D.
Miniscule gripes include the lack of a dedicated Picture Control button (as on the limited-edition D3P for members of NPS) to change quickly between different colour modes (like Saturated, Normal, Neutral, Monochrome, etc.) as well as no detailed Manual Focus indicator (as in the small arrows which give detailed feedback during manual focusing).
Tiny nit-picking aside, the D300 is an amazing camera with which anyone who is truly serious about their photography (and is looking for a DSLR) should definitely top their short-list.
Go to
http://www.flickr.com/photos/mentalman1369/
for some photos I've taken with the D300.2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Top flight
by riteon on February 11, 2008
Pros: Sharp excellent color rendition
Cons: A bit on the heavy side
Summary: Nikon again proves it is the top of the line.
Summary: Nikon again proves it is the top of the line.
2 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Excellent photo quality, only lens you need, heavy body
by ckyhl on January 10, 2010
Pros: - quality of photos is much better than my D70s. No surprise since my D70s was several years old, but it is a striking difference and all along I though my D70 was excellent.
- excellent in low light.
- one lens does it all.
- built like a tankCons: - Very heavy. It is made of metal not plastic, so this should be no surprise.
Summary: I've had my D300 for nearly 2 years so obviously there are newer and more advanced cameras out there. The D90 seems like a nice option these days which ...
Summary: I've had my D300 for nearly 2 years so obviously there are newer and more advanced cameras out there. The D90 seems like a nice option these days which is what I've recommended to family and friends who are shopping for their first dSLR. Anyway, the D300 series with this lens is still relavent - a great camera with an even better lens. If you find a used one don't hesitate to purchase it.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Awesome Camera
by salockhart on July 8, 2008
Pros: Beautiful Pictures
Cons: A little pricey
Summary: I played with the Sony a700 and overall, the D300 was easy to use and the image quality, awesome. Saw a post about the auto focus, but mine has been ...
Summary: I played with the Sony a700 and overall, the D300 was easy to use and the image quality, awesome. Saw a post about the auto focus, but mine has been perfect. I do not regret purchasing this camera.
Also, hold the camera feels so natural. I love this camera. I am going acamping this weekend and I know I willhave some great pictures to share!1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Camera and lens is a very fine combination
by ole byskov on June 25, 2008
Pros: Very fine pictures with this combination
Cons: The combination is a bit heavy
Summary: After my Nikon D70 I bought the D300 and used the "old lenses" with the new D300 camera. I have now bought the VR AF-S Nikkor 18mm-200mm lens and the ...
Summary: After my Nikon D70 I bought the D300 and used the "old lenses" with the new D300 camera. I have now bought the VR AF-S Nikkor 18mm-200mm lens and the combination is very fine.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Finally a digital camera that performs better than film.
by rdpate on June 15, 2008
Pros: 6-8 frames per second, Sharp pictures, ease of use.
Cons: The camera is a little heavy.
Summary: The Nikon D300 performs like my 35mm film camera. Its fast, clear and sharp. The focas is quick to lock on and is accurate. The operation is easily mastered and ...
Summary: The Nikon D300 performs like my 35mm film camera. Its fast, clear and sharp. The focas is quick to lock on and is accurate. The operation is easily mastered and can be used by both the novice as well as the professional. Simply put the camera in program mode and its a point and shoot and even my wife will use it. Switch the camera over to aperature, shutter or manual and with all the options, bells and whistles it is a professionals dream. This camera will be with me for a long time to come.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Nikon D300 Worth every penny?
by jolen1aub on June 10, 2008
Pros: W/ the 18-200mm VR lens packaged-no lens changes needed/ less chance exposure to debris.
Cons: Photos taken with default settimgs were a little soft -required adjusting sharpness.
Summary: Got this Camera 3 weeks ago and debated over the 40D.
This camera is just very pleasant to use and learn. Lots of flexibility and excellent noise reduction beyond ISO ...Summary: Got this Camera 3 weeks ago and debated over the 40D.
This camera is just very pleasant to use and learn. Lots of flexibility and excellent noise reduction beyond ISO 800.
Top-notch LCD display and awesome/quick 51 point AF.
Quite impressive good/useable low-lite photos without using the built-in flash. Its worth the $500 diifference over the 40D IMHO. I like the 18-200MM lens (27-300mm equiv.) package w/c eliminates or minimizes lens-switching w/c also reduce the risk of debris getting in your camera. Almost got the 40D w/ 2 Canon lenses (equiv. to Nikon 18-200mm VR) but the thought of the inconvenience switching lenses swayed me towards the D300. Not to mention D300's 12 Mp resolution over the 40D's 10 Mp. Bottom line you can't go wrong with either!
It boils down to pre-owned gear, economics, and
personal taste/ preferences. BTW I upgraded from an OLYMPUS E500 8Mp-dual lens which I plan to keep. Got my D300 at a local Ritz Camera store. Great service! If your considering either cameras I strongly suggest to do your homework and try them out at your local camera store before making that investment. NOTE: This camera does not have an "auto" mode nor does it have the scene- presets like you're use to ( Point-and-shoot cameras and some DSLRs). Hope this helps potential DSLR enthusiast buyer.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Best prosumer DX camera there is.
by csbrice on June 5, 2008
Pros: Live view, design, CMOS chip, on camera flash, 3D matrix focus and tracking, flash unit fires wirelessly w/ SB 600/800 ,
Cons: Rear eyepiece does not have a built in shutter for specilized shooting (manual eyeshield is provided)
Summary: Really, just cruise the internet and read the photo journals to see how good this camera is (and its full frame cousin, the D3). Paired with the 17mm-200mm VR lense, ...
Summary: Really, just cruise the internet and read the photo journals to see how good this camera is (and its full frame cousin, the D3). Paired with the 17mm-200mm VR lense, this camera is a dream. I really can't add to the substantial in-depth analysis that one can obtain from all the internet sources. I can only verify that the D300 is really that good! A little expensive but worth it.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Nikon Inc.
- Part number: 9481
- Description: The D300 features Nikon's exclusive EXPEED Image Processing System that is central to driving the speed and processing power needed for many of the camera's new features. The D300 features a new 51-point auto focus system with Nikon's 3D Focus Tracking feature and two new LiveView shooting modes that allow users to frame a photograph using the camera's high-resolution LCD monitor. The D300 shares a similar Scene Recognition System as found in the D3 that promises to greatly enhance the accuracy of auto focus, auto exposure and auto white balance by recognizing the subject or scene being photographed and applying this information to the calculations for the three functions. The D300 reacts with lightning speed, powering-up in a mere 0.13 seconds and shooting with an imperceptible 45 millisecond shutter release lag time. The D300 is capable of shooting at a rapid six frames per second and can go as fast as eight frames per second when using the optional MB-D10 Multi-Power Battery Pack. In continuous bursts, the D300 can shoot up to 100 shots at full 12.3 megapixel resolution. The D300 incorporates a range of innovative technologies and features that will significantly improve the accuracy, control and performance photographers can get from their equipment. Its new Scene Recognition System advances the use of Nikon's acclaimed 1,005-segment sensor to recognize colors and light patterns that help the camera determine the subject and the type of scene being photographed, before a picture is taken. This information is used to improve the accuracy of auto focus, auto exposure and auto white balance functions in the D300. For example, the camera can track moving subjects better and by identifying them, it can also automatically select focus points faster and with greater accuracy. It can also analyze highlights and more accurately determine exposure, as well as infer light sources to deliver more accurate white balance detection. The D300 incorporates Nikon's Multi-CAM 3500DX auto focus module that features an intelligent array of 15 cross-type sensors and 36 horizontal sensors. These sensors can either be used individually or in groups, with the option for Single area AF mode and Dynamic AF modes using groups of either nine, 21 or all 51 focus points. The system also features 3D tracking with automatic focus point switching that takes advantage of all 51 AF points as it uses color and light information to accurately track the subject. Nikon's new Scene Recognition System and improved focus algorithms also contribute to the impressive performance of the new 51-point AF system. Taking a cue from the popularity of Nikon's D-Lighting technology, the D300 features a new Active D-Lighting mode that, when enabled, provides remarkable real-time highlight and shadow correction with optimized image contrast. Active D-Lighting produces broader tone reproduction in both shadows and highlights by controlling highlights and exposure compensation while applying localized tone control technology to achieve a more pleasing level of contrast across the entire image. And because the advantages of Active D-Lighting are applied as images are captured, image editing time can be shortened.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Digital camera - SLR with Live View mode
- Resolution 12.3 megapixels
- Optical Sensor Type CMOS
- Total Pixels 13,100,000 pixels
- Effective Sensor Resolution 12,300,000 pixels
- Optical Sensor Size 15.8 x 23.6mm
- Field of View Crop Factor 1.5
- Sensor Dust Reduction Yes
- Sensor Features Anti-Dust technology
- Optical Zoom 11.1 x
- Image Processor EXPEED
- Image Stabilizer Optical
- Auto Focus TTL contrast and phase detection
- Auto Focus Points (Zones) Qty 51
- Image Recording Format TIFF,
JPEG,
NEF (RAW) - AV Interfaces HDMI,
Composite video/audio Exposure & White Balance
- Light Sensitivity ISO 200-3200
- Exposure Metering 3D color matrix II,
Center-weighted,
Spot - Exposure Modes I-TTL program flash,
Bulb,
Program,
Automatic,
Shutter-priority,
Manual,
Aperture-priority - Special Effects Neutral,
Monochrome,
Vivid - White Balance Automatic,
Presets,
Custom - Max Shutter Speed 1/8000 sec
- Min Shutter Speed 30 sec
- Exposure Compensation ±5 EV range, in 1, 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps
- White Balance Bracketing Yes
- X-sync Speed 1/250 sec
- Exposure Range EV 0-20
Lens System
- Type 11.1 x x Zoom lens - 18 mm - 200 mm - F/3.5-5.6 G IF-ED Nikon AF-S DX VR
- Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 27 - 300 mm
- Focus Adjustment Manual,
Automatic - Min Focus Range 19.7 in
- Zoom Adjustment Manual
- Lens Construction 12 groups / 16 elements
- Filter Size 72 mm
- Lens System Mounting Nikon F
- Features Internal focusing system,
VR (Vibration Reduction),
Aspherical lens,
Silent Wave Motor (SWM),
ED glass Camera Flash
- Camera Flash Pop-up flash
- Guide Number (m / ISO 100) 18
- Flash Modes Slow synchro,
Rear curtain sync,
Fill-in mode,
Auto mode,
Flash OFF mode,
Red-eye reduction - Features Flash exposure bracketing,
AF illuminator,
Flash +/- compensation Additional Features
- Continuous Shooting Speed 6 frames per second
- Self Timer Delay 2 - 20 sec
- Flash Terminal Hot shoe
- Additional Features Display brightness control,
AF lock,
DPOF support,
FE lock,
Depth-of-field preview button,
Text input to Exif header,
AE lock,
Auto power save,
Histogram display,
Scene Recognition System (SRS),
LCD live view mode,
PictBridge support,
USB 2.0 compatibility,
Direct print Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type Optical - Fixed eye-level pentaprism
- Field Coverage 100%
- Magnification 0.94x
- Dioptric Correction Range -2 to +1
- Viewfinder Frames Autofocus frame
Display
- Type 3 in LCD display
- Display Features Built-in
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Composite video output,
1 x USB,
1 x Remote control,
1 x HDMI output
Miscellaneous
- Microsoft Certifications Certified for Windows Vista
- Included Accessories LCD display cover,
Lens cap,
Shoulder strap,
Battery charger,
Body cap,
Eyepiece cover,
Video cable,
USB cable - Body Material Magnesium alloy
- Protection Dust resistant
Battery
- Supported Battery Nikon EN-EL3e
- Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
Memory / Storage
- Memory Card Slot CompactFlash Card
- Supported Memory Cards CompactFlash,
Microdrive - Image Storage 4288 x 2848,
3216 x 2136,
2144 x 1424 Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
Dimensions & Weight
- Width 5.8 in
- Depth 2.9 in
- Height 4.5 in
- Weight 1.8 lbs
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature 32 °F
- Max Operating Temperature 104 °F
Main Features
- Image stabilizer feature Optical stabilization helps prevent blurry pictures, especially for handheld cameras at slow shutter speeds or when using high optical zoom.
Product series
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Nikon D300 (with 18mm-200mm lens)
Manufacturer: Nikon Inc.
Specs: SLR,
12.3 megapixels,
11.1 x,
15.8 x 23.6mm,
CMOS,
Optical
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