Nikon D300

• Manufacturer: Nikon Inc.
• Part number: 25432
• 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
• Image Processor EXPEED
• 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

• Lens System Mounting Nikon F

• 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,
  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

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• Manufacturer:Nikon Inc.
• Address:

  1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, NY 11747-3064

• Phone: 1-631-547-4200

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