The Nikon D300 Digital SLR

D300Agility, speed, low noise and spectacular imaging performance converge in the Nikon D300 to create an amazingly versatile D-SLR that, with your imagination, is ready to go to work.

A high-resolution 12.3-megapixel, DX-format image sensor with exclusive Nikon EXPEED digital image processing technology captures your vision at up to 6 frames per second. Add the optional MB-D10 grip to boost your speed to 8 frames per second! The D300’s new 51-area AF system is faster and more accurate with Nikon's exclusive Scene Recognition System, while 1,005-pixel RGB 3D Color Matrix Metering II assures more accurate exposures and white balance detection.

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The Nikon D300 Digital SLR

Nikon D300 Digital SLR with 18-200mm lens

Outfit includes: f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR DX Nikkor Zoom Lens, EN-EL3e Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, MH-18a Quick Charger, UC-E4 USB Cable, EG-D100 Video Cable, AN-D300 Strap, BM-8 LCD monitor cover, Body cap, DK-5 Eyepiece Cap, DK-23 Rubber Eyecup, Software Suite CD-ROM

at Dan’s: $2499.99

Nikon D300 Digital SLR (body only)

Outfit includes: EN-EL3e Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, MH-18a Quick Charger, UC-E4 USB Cable, EG-D100 Video Cable, AN-D300 Strap, BM-8 LCD monitor cover, Body cap, DK-5 Eyepiece Cap, DK-23 Rubber Eyecup, Software Suite CD-ROM

at Dan’s: $1759.99

 

D300 Top and Back
  • All-new 12.3 effective megapixel Nikon DX-format CMOS image sensor with integrated A/D converter and the increased bit precision of selectable 14-bit NEF (RAW) output
  • Incorporates Nikon's original EXPEED digital image processing concept
  • Nikon's original Scene Recognition System greatly improves autofocus, auto exposure and auto white balance performance
  • New 51-point autofocus system features 15 cross-type sensors that maximize the potential of lenses with apertures as small as f/5.6
  • Viewfinder with approx.100% frame coverage and large approx.0.94 magnification (50mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, –1.0 m-1)
  • Rapid 8 fps*1 or 6 fps*2 continuous shooting for up to 100 shots*3*4
  • New Picture Control System for image finishing optimized to match individual preferences
  • Quick response of 0.13 sec. power-up and 0.045 sec. shutter release time lag*5
  • Two liveview modes enable shooting while confirming subjects in the LCD monitor
  • Magnesium alloy body for light weight and rugged durability
  • 3-inch LCD with 920,000-dot (VGA) resolution and a 170° ultra-wide viewing angle
  • Active D-Lighting optimizes tone reproduction in both shadows and highlights
  • Shutter speeds ranging from 1/8,000 to 30 s for full creative control
  • Optional Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 extends shooting capability, enhances stability, and provides the further shooting potential of added controls
  • Built-in Speedlight with i-TTL flash control and full support for Nikon's Creative Lighting System
  • Support for the Wireless Transmitter WT-4 (optional) enables direct cable-free image transfer to a compatible computer
  • Includes Nikon’s Software Suite software for easy control over image adjustment and management
  • Supported by Nikon Capture NX software (optional), to explore the extensive potential of NEF (Nikon Electronic Format)

*1 When using AC Adapter EH-5a/EH-5 or Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 with batteries other than Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e

*2 When using Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e

*3 NORMAL – LARGE image setting, using a SanDisk Extreme IV CompactFlash 1 GB card

*４ When shooting in Continuous-servo AF (C), Shutter-Priority Auto [S] or Manual [M] exposure modes, at a shutter speed of 1/250 s or faster with other settings at default

*5 When shooting in JPEG, TIFF or 12-bit NEF (RAW) formats

Nikon D300 Specifications

Effective pixels 12.3 million
Image sensor CMOS sensor, 23.6×15.8 mm; total pixels: 13.1 million; Nikon DX format
Image size 4,288×2,848 [L], 3,216×2,136 [M], 2,144×1,424 [S]
Sensitivity ISO 200 to 3200 in steps of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV with additional settings of approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7 and 1 EV (ISO 100 equivalent) under ISO 200 and approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7 and 1 EV (ISO 6400 equivalent) over ISO 3200
Storage media CompactFlash (CF) Card (Type I and II, UDMA compliant), Microdrive
LCD monitor 3-in., approx. 920,000-dot (VGA), 170-degree wide viewing angle, 100% frame coverage, low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with brightness adjustment
Exposure metering 3D Color Matrix Metering II, Center-Weighted and Spot Metering
Exposure modes 1) Programmed Auto (P) with flexible program
2) Shutter-Priority Auto (S)
3) Aperture-Priority Auto (A)
4) Manual (M)
Interface Hi-Speed USB
Power sources One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e, Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 (optional) with one Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4a, EN-EL4 or EN-EL3e or eight R6/AA-size alkaline (LR6), Ni-MH (HR6), lithium (FR6) batteries, or nickel-manganese ZR6 batteries, AC Adapter EH-5a (optional)
Dimensions (W×H×D) Approx. 147×114×74 mm (5.8×4.5×2.9 in.)
Weight Approx. 825 g (1.82 lbs.) without battery, memory card, body cap, or monitor cover

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