Nikon D300

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