Nikon D300

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Defy Limitations – the ultimate in Nikon DX-format performance 2007 Release 24p Brochure (2.78MB) Link to microsite D300 digital tutorial Sample images

Main Features

• 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

Specifications

Effective pixels		12.3 million
Image sensor		CMOS sensor, 23.6 x 15.8 mm; total pixels: 13.1 million; Nikon DX format
Image size		4,288 x 2,848 [L], 3,216 x 2,136 [M], 2,144 x 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 x H x D)		Approx. 147 x 114 x 74 mm (5.8 x 4.5 x 2.9 in.)
Weight		Approx. 825 g (1.82 lbs.) without battery, memory card, body cap, or monitor cover

Specifications and equipment are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer. August 2007