- 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS Image Sensor
- Continuous Shooting up to 7 fps
- Nikon EXPEED Image Processing
- 3-inch Super-density 921,000-dot VGA LCD Monitor
- Dual memory card slots (CF and SD)
- 100% Viewfinder Accuracy
- 1,005-Pixel 3D Color Matrix Metering II
- In-Camera Image Editing
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Overview
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Condition: Good
The rugged D300S' hallmarks include versatility, speed, agility and exceptional image quality. Versatility is its 12.3-megapixel, DX-format CMOS image sensor, with Nikon EXPEED image processing that captures stunning low-noise stills and extraordinary 24 fps, 720p HD video with sound.
Speed is split-second startup and continuous shooting at up to 7 fps-8 fps with the optional MB-D10 grip, which also extends shooting capacity and makes shooting more comfortable. Accurate image review, live view shooting and menus come alive on a 3-inch tempered glass-protected, 920k-dot LCD monitor.
Image quality is bolstered by a 51-area AF system and Nikon's 1,005-pixel RGB exposure sensor, in concert with the newly accelerated Scene Recognition System technology that increases exposure and AF accuracy, improves white balance detection, and more.
Photographers have preferences, and the D300S offers choices--including Picture Control, Center-Weighted and Spot Metering, user-assignable CompactFlash and SD card slots and an external stereo microphone input. Included is Nikon ViewNX software--ready to process rich 14-bit NEF (RAW) or JPEG files.
For more editing power, optional Capture NX 2, with U-Point technology, safeguards image quality and speeds workflow. The D300S' pro-level performance, paired with world-famous Nikkor lenses, was engineered to exceed the expectations of demanding photographers.
Frame Rate | @ 1280 x 720: 24 fps @ 640 x 424: 24 fps @ 320 x 216: 24 fps |
Image Sensor | CMOS; 23.6mm x 15.8mm |
Accessory Shoe | Yes |
Max Resolution | 12.2MP: 4288 x 2848 @ 3:2 |
Total Pixels | 13.1 million |
Battery Life | 950 shots (CIPA) |
Focusing System | 51 focus points (15 cross-type sensors) AF fine adjustment possible Detection range: EV -1 to EV +19 (ISO 100 equivalent, at normal temperature: 20°C/68°F) Focal-plane contrast [in LiveView (Tripod) mode] Nikon Multi-CAM 3500DX autofocus module TTL phase detection |
Memory Card Type | CompactFlash© (CF) (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA) SD SDHC |
AF Points | 51 |
Metering Range | 0 to 20 EV (Matrix or center-weighted metering at ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens, at 20°C/68°F) 2 to 20 EV (Spot metering at ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens at 20°C/68°F) |
Focus Modes | Continuous-servo (C) Manual (M) with electronic rangefinder Single-servo AF (S) |
Software Included | Software Suite CD-ROM |
Operating Systems & Requirements | Windows: XP, Vista Mac: OS X 10.4 or later |
Interface & Connectivity | 10-pin Terminal HDMI HDMI Type C Hi-speed USB NTSC PAL |
ISO Speed | ISO 200 - 3200 Lo-1 (ISO 100) Hi-1 (ISO 6400) |
White Balance | Auto (2 types) Auto (TTL white balance with 2,016-pixel RGB sensor) Cloudy Direct Sunlight Fine Tune by Kelvin color temperature setting (2,500 K to 10,000K) Flash Fluorescent (7 types) Incandescent Preset manual (up to 5 values can be stored) Seven manual modes with fine-tuning Shade |
Meter Modes | Spot metering, Center-weighted average metering, 3D Color Matrix Metering |
Exposure Compensation | ±5 EV in increments of 1/3 1/2 1 |
Video Recording System | Yes, NTSC/PAL |
Audio Recording | With Video, Mono, Via Optional External Mic |
Self Timer | 2, 5, 10, 20 sec. Timer duration electronically controlled |
Shutter Speeds | Fastest Shutter Speed 1/8000 sec. Slowest Shutter Speed 30 sec. |
Shutter Type | Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane |
Built-in Flash | Yes |
Flash Modes | 1st Curtain Sync, Red-eye Reduction, Second-curtain Sync, Slow Sync, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction |
Sync Speed | -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV |
Sync Speed | Up to 1/250 sec. Flash synchronization up to 1/320s (FP) adjustable with Built-in Speedlight or optional Speedlight (will reduce GN) |
Metering System | 1,005-pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering II Spot Variable Center-weighted |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 7 frames per second |
AC Adapter | EH-5a AC Adapter |
Battery Type | EN-EL3e Lithium-ion Battery |
File Size | 1280 x 720 (HD) 640 x 424 (SD) 320 x 216 |
Image Formats | 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) Uncompressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW) |
Focusing Screen | Type-B BriteView Clear Matte Screen Mark II with Superimposed Focus Brackets and On-Demand Grid Lines |
Exposure Modes | Aperture-Priority Auto (A) Manual (M) Programmed Auto with flexible Program (P) Shutter-Priority Auto (S) |
Flash Control | i-TTL Balanced fill-flash, standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR |
Effective Pixels | 12.3 million |
Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
Weight | 30 oz. (840g) camera body only |
Dimensions | Width: 5.8 in. (147mm) Height: 4.5 in. (114mm) Depth: 2.9 in. (74mm) |
Color | Black |
Playback Functions | Auto Image Rotation Full Frame Highlights Histogram Display Image Comment Movie Playback Slideshow Thumbnail (4, 9 or 72 segments) Zoom |
Screen Size | 3.0 in. diagonal |
Display Type | Super Density Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD |
Monitor Resolution | 921,000 |
Brand | Nikon |
Used Condition | Good Condition |
Good Condition | Some cosmetic wear and blemishes |
Viewfinder Type | Eye-level Pentaprism Single-Lens Reflex Viewfinder |