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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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 at 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 1/2
1/3
1 EV
Slowest Shutter Speed
1/8000 sec. in steps of 1/2
1
1/3 EV
Fastest Shutter Speed
Yes
Bulb Shutter Setting
Yes
Mirror Lock Up
200 in steps of 1/2
1/3
1 EV
Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity
3200 in steps of 1/2
1/3
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
MicroDrive©
CompactFlash© (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA)
Storage Media
JPEG: JPEG-baseline-compliant; can be selected from Size priority and Optimal Quality
Uncompressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW)
TIFF (RGB)
Compressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW, Lossless compressed): approx. 60-80 percent
Storage System
Compliant with DPOF
EXIF 2.21
DCF 2.0
File System
Aperture-Priority Auto (A)
Programmed Auto (P) with Flexible Program
Shutter-Priority Auto (S)
Manual (M)
Exposure Modes
Spot
Spot AF
Variable Center-weighted
1,005-pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering II
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
AI
CPU
Exposure Meter Coupling
±5EV
Exposure Compensation
Yes
Exposure Lock
Yes
Exposure Bracketing
1) Single frame [S] mode 2) Continuous low speed [CL] mode: 1 to 7 frames per second (note 1) 3) Continuous high-speed [CH] mode: 8 frames per second (note 1) , 6 frames per second (note 2) 4) LiveView [LV] mode 5) Self-timer mode 6) Mirror-up [Mup] mode Note 1. When using EH-5a/EH-5 AC Adapter or MB-D10 Multi-Power Battery Pack with batteries other than EN-EL3e Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Note 2. When using EN-EL3e Rechargeable Li-ion Battery (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)
1) Single frame [S] mode 2) Continuous low speed [CL] mode: 1 to 7 frames per second (note 1) 3) Continuous high-speed [CH] mode: 8 frames per second (note 1) , 6 frames per second (note 2) 4) LiveView [LV] mode 5) Self-timer mode 6) Mirror-up [Mup] mode Note 1. When using EH-5a/EH-5 AC Adapter or MB-D10 Multi-Power Battery Pack with batteries other than EN-EL3e Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Note 2. When using EN-EL3e Rechargeable Li-ion Battery (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)
Shutter Release Modes
Auto (TTL white balance with 1,005-pixel RGB sensor) Seven manual modes with fine-tuning; Sun Shade Fluorescent Incandescent Flash Preset Fine Tune by Kelvin Color temperature setting
Auto (TTL white balance with 1,005-pixel RGB sensor) Seven manual modes with fine-tuning; Sun Shade Fluorescent Incandescent Flash Preset Fine Tune by Kelvin Color temperature setting
White Balance
Yes, 2 to 9 exposures, in increments of 1, 2 or 3
White Balance Bracketing
Tripod mode
Handheld mode
Live View Shooting
Zoom
Shooting data
Pictmotion
Slideshow
Full frame
Auto image rotation
Histogram
Thumbnail (4, 9 or 16 segments)
Highlight point display
Playback Functions
Hi-speed USB
HDMI
PAL
NTSC
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
Type-B BriteView Clear Matte screen Mark II with superimposed focus brackets and On-Demand grid lines
Type-B BriteView Clear Matte screen Mark II with superimposed focus brackets and On-Demand grid lines
Focusing Screen
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
Continuous-servo (C)
Single-servo AF (S)
Manual (M) with electronic rangefinder
Focus Modes
Yes
Single-point AF Mode
Yes
Dynamic AF Mode
Yes
Auto-area AF Mode
Half press of shutter-release button (single-point AF in AF-S)
AE-L/AF-L button
Focus Lock
Monochrome
Neutral
Vivid
Standard
Nine User-customizable settings
Picture Control
D-Lighting Trim Red-eye correction Color Balance Filter Effects Image Overlay Side-by-side comparison Monochrome
D-Lighting Trim Red-eye correction Color Balance Filter Effects Image Overlay Side-by-side comparison Monochrome
In-Camera Image Editing
Yes
Built-in Flash
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
Red-eye reduction
Red-eye reduction with slow sync
Rear-curtain sync
Slow sync
Front-curtain sync (normal)
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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