D300

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The D300 is a Pro-level D-SLR with a 12.3-MP DX-format CMOS sensor with Nikon EXPEED Image Processing System and large, 3-inch 920,000-dot color LCD.

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Key Features

12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor: Nikon's exclusive digital image processing system advances DX-format image quality to new levels.
The 3.0-inch super density 920,000-dot VGA color monitor: 170-degree, wide-angle viewing and tempered-glass protection makes critical image review possible.
Continuous shooting from 6 frames per second up to 8 frames per second*: The new optional MB-D10 multi-power battery pack makes the D300 a powerful performer for a wide variety of shooting disciplines.
* When using the EH-5a AC adaptor or the MB-D10 multi-power battery pack with batteries other than rechargeable Li-ion En El3e.
Low-noise files at ISO from 200-3200; The D300's DX-format CMOS sensor, with a high signal-to-noise ratio, empowers photographers to produce exceptionally clean files from a broad 200-3200 ISO range. Expanded range of options include Lo-1(ISO 100 equivalent) and Hi-1(ISO 6400 equivalent).
Fast, accurate 51-point auto focus with 3D focus tracking and three dynamic AF modes: Exacting auto focus precision at blazing speeds!
Nikon's exclusive Scene Recognition System (SRS): The improved 1,005-pixel 3D Color Matrix Metering II provides even more intelligent auto exposure capabilities, along with smarter auto white balance detection and faster, more accurate AF performance.
Nikon's exclusive EXPEED Image Processing Concept: The foundation of Nikon’s newest Image Processing Systems, EXPEED culminates the concepts, innovations and years of Nikon’s digital image processing technologies at blazing processing speeds.
Selectable 12-Bit or 14-Bit A/D Conversion: The choice of selecting bit-depths at 12-bit (4,096 tones) or 14-bit (16,384 tones), both yielding incredible image quality through a full 16-bit processing pipeline, enables photographers to choose smaller files at faster operating speeds, as opposed to larger files with smoother tonal gradations as slower operating speeds.
Dynamic integrated dust reduction system: Self-cleaning ultrasonic sensor unit minimizes degradation of image quality due to dust particles.
Two LiveView shooting modes: Use either hand-held or tripod when shooting in a studio, remote situations or from challenging angles.
New Picture Control settings: Advanced color control with 4 preset options; standard, neutral, vivid and monochrome, as well as 9 customizable settings.
Nikon's Active D-Lighting Image enhancement: Provided on the fly while shooting, Active D-lighting produces broader tone reproduction in both shadows and highlights by controlling light intensity and exposure compensation while applying localized tone control technology to achieve the right level of contrast across the entire image for sharp, detailed results.
Rugged magnesium-alloy construction: Along with advanced dust and moisture protection and a durable shutter mechanism: The D300 has been tested to 150,000 cycles making it the perfect choice for photographers who demand high performance and agility.

Tech Specs

DX
Image Sensor Format
CMOS
Image Sensor Type
15.8 x 23.6mm
Sensor Size
13.1 million
Total Pixels
12.3 million
Effective Pixels
DX-format
(L) 4288x2848
(M)3216x2136
(S)2144x1424
Image Area (L) DX Format
6 frames per second
Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution
DX-format
CH: Up to 6 frames per second
CL: Up to 5 frames per second
Continuous Shooting Options (CH)
3 in. diagonal
LCD Monitor Size
Super Density
LCD Monitor Type
920,000 Dots
LCD Monitor Resolution
170-degree wide-viewing angle
LCD Monitor Angle of View
Brightness,7 levels
LCD Monitor Adjustments
Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane
Shutter type
30 sec. in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV
Slowest Shutter Speed
1/8000 sec. in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV
Fastest Shutter Speed
Yes
Bulb Shutter Setting
Yes
Mirror Lock Up
200 in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV
Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity
3200 in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV
Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity
Lo-1 (ISO 100 equivalent)
Lowest Expanded ISO Sensitivity
Hi-1 (ISO 6400 equivalent)
Highest Expanded ISO Sensitvity
Lo-1 (ISO 100 equivalent) in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV
Hi-1 (ISO 6400 equivalent) in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV
Expanded ISO Sensitivity Options
CompactFlash© (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA)
MicroDrive©
Storage Media
Uncompressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW)
Compressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW, Lossless compressed): approx. 60-80 percent
JPEG: JPEG-baseline-compliant; can be selected from Size priority and Optimal Quality
TIFF (RGB)
Storage System
Compliant with DCF 2.0
DPOF
EXIF 2.21
File System
Programmed Auto (P) with Flexible Program
Shutter-Priority Auto (S)
Aperture-Priority Auto (A)
Manual (M)
Exposure Modes
1,005-pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering II
Variable Center-weighted
Spot
Spot AF
Exposure Metering System
1) 0 to 20 EV (Matrix or center-weighted metering); 2) 2 to 20 EV (Spot metering) (ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens, at 20 degrees C/68 degrees F)
Metering Range
CPU
AI
Exposure Meter Coupling
±5EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2, 1
Exposure Compensation
Yes
Exposure Lock
Yes
Exposure Bracketing
Yes, 2 to 9 exposures, in increments of 1, 2 or 3
White Balance Bracketing
Handheld mode
Tripod mode
Live View Shooting
Full frame
Thumbnail (4, 9 or 16 segments)
Zoom
Slideshow
Pictmotion
Histogram
Shooting data
Highlight point display
Auto image rotation
Playback Functions
Hi-speed USB
NTSC
PAL
HDMI
10-pin Terminal
Interface
Nikon F bayonet mount
Lens Mount
1) DX AF NIKKOR: All functions possible 2) D-/G-type AF NIKKOR (excluding IX NIKKORlenses): All functions possible (excluding PC Micro- NIKKOR) 3) AF NIKKOR other than D-/G-type (excluding lenses for F3AF): All functions except 3D-Color Matrix Metering II possible 4) AI-P NIKKOR: All functions except Autofocus, 3D-Color Matrix Metering II possible 5) Non-CPU AI NIKKOR: can be used in exposure modes A and M; electronic range finder can be used if maximum aperture is 5.6 or faster; Color Matrix Metering and aperture value display supported if user provides
Compatible Lenses
1.5
Picture Angle
-2.0 to +1.0 m-1
Viewfinder
Approx. 100%
Viewfinder Frame Coverage
(-2.0 to +1.0 m-1)
Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment
19.5
Viewfinder Eyepoint
Quick-return type
Reflex Mirror
No
Interchangeable Focusing Screens
Approx. 0.94
Viewfinder Magnification
Yes
Depth-of-field Control
TTL phase detection, 51 focus points (15 cross-type sensors) by Nikon Multi-CAM 3500DX autofocus module; Detection -1 to +19 EV (ISO 100 at 20 degrees C/68 degrees F); AF fine adjustment possible. Focal-plane contrast [in LiveView (Tripod) mode]
Autofocus System
51
Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points
-1 - +19 EV (ISO 100, 20°C/68°F
Autofocus Sensitivity
Yes
Autofocus Fine Tune
Single-servo AF (S)
Continuous-servo (C)
Manual (M) with electronic rangefinder
Focus Modes
Yes
Single-point AF Mode
Yes
Dynamic AF Mode
Yes
Auto-area AF Mode
AE-L/AF-L button
Half press of shutter-release button (single-point AF in AF-S)
Focus Lock
Standard
Neutral
Vivid
Monochrome
Nine User-customizable settings
Picture Control
Yes
Built-in Flash
Yes
External Flash Shoe
Yes
Dust-Off Reference Photo
Yes
Save/Load Camera settings
Yes
Built-in Commander Mode 2 Groups: A/B 4 Channels: 1-4 TTL, Non-TTL Auto and Manual mode
Nikon Creative Lighting System Compatibility
up to 1/250
Flash synchronization at up to 1/320 s (FP) adjustable with Built-in Speedlight or optional Speedlight (will reduce GN)
Flash Sync Speed
up to 1/250
X-Sync Speed
up to 1/8000
FP High Speed Sync
Front-curtain sync (normal)
Slow sync
Rear-curtain sync
Red-eye reduction
Red-eye reduction with slow sync
Flash Sync Modes
1) i-TTL: TTL flash control by 1,005-pixel RGB sensor, built-in flash, SB-800, SB-600, SB-400: i-TTL balanced fill-flash and standard i-TTL flash
2) AA (Auto Aperture-type) flash: Available with SB-800 used with CPU lens
3) Non-TTL Auto: Available with Speedlights such as SB-800, 28, 27, and 22S
4) Range-priority manual flash; available with SB-800
Flash Control
Yes
Flash Sync Terminal
Yes
Accessory Shoe
2, 5, 10, 20 seconds duration
Self-timer
Yes
World Time Setting
Yes
Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time Settings
Rechargeable
Battery Type
EN-EL3e Lithium-ion Battery
Battery / Batteries
EH-5a AC Adapter
AC Adaptor
MH-18a Quick Charger
Battery Charger
Yes
Image Comment
1,000 shots (CIPA)
3,000 shots (Nikon Standard)
Battery Life (shots per charge)
¼-20
Tripod Socket
Width 5.8 in. (147mm)
Height 4.5 in. (114mm)
Depth 2.9 in. (74mm)
Approx. Dimensions
29.3 oz. (825g)
Approx. Weight
Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish
Supported Languages
Software Suite CD-ROM
Supplied Software
MB-D10 Multi-Power Battery Pack, WT-4a Wireless Transmitter, DK-21M Magnifying Eyepiece, EH-5a AC Adapter, Capture NX Software, Camera Control Pro 2
Optional Accessories
Specifications and equipment are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.
Other
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. Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area.
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