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The easy-to-use DX-format D300 offers outstanding image quality, multi-functional technologies and fast response. With class-leading 12.3 megapixel resolution, speedy 6 fps frame advance, self-cleaning sensor unit and high definition 3" VGA LCD display, combined with Nikon’s legendary durability, the D300 is a breakthrough solution for photographers searching for an advanced compact SLR.

Packed with the latest technologies and Nikon’s renowned ergonomics, the D300 sets a new standard for professionals on a budget,” said Robert Cristina, Brand Manager, Nikon Professional Products, Europe. “The D300 is a true ‘go-anywhere’ camera, delivering fast response, high performance and ease of use that will appeal to anyone serious about their photography.

Body material: Magnesium alloy

Sensor:
*23.6 x 15.8 mm CMOS sensor
*DX format
*RGB Color Filter Array
*Built-in fixed low-pass filter (with self-cleaning unit)
*13.1 million total pixels
*12.3 million effective pixels
*3:2 aspect ratio

Image processor: Nikon EXPEED

A/D conversion: 14 bit

Image sizes:
*4288 x 2848 [L; 12.2 MP]
*3216 x 2136 [M; 6.9 MP]
*2144 x 1424 [S; 3.1 MP]

File formats:
*NEF (12-bit or 14-bit, compressed or lossless compressed RAW)
*NEF + JPEG
*TIFF
*JPEG (EXIF 2.21)

NEF compression:
*Compressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW, Lossless compressed): approx. 60-80% *
*Compressed 12/14-bit NEF (RAW, Compressed): approx. 45-60%

Lens mount:
*Nikon F mount with AF coupling and AF contacts
*1.5x field of view crop

Usable lenses:
*DX AF NIKKOR: All functions possible
*D-/G-type AF NIKKOR (excluding IX NIKKOR lenses): All functions possible (excluding PC Micro- NIKKOR)
*AF NIKKOR other than D-/G-type (excluding lenses for F3AF): All functions except 3D-Color Matrix Metering II possible
*AI-P NIKKOR: All functions except Autofocus, 3D-Color Matrix Metering II possible
*Non-CPU AI NIKKOR: Can be used in exposure modes A and M; electronic range finder can be used if maximum aperture is f/5.6 or faster; Color Matrix Metering and aperture value display supported if user provides lens data

Dust reduction:
*Self-cleaning sensor unit ('Clean image sensor')
*Image dust-off data acquisition (Capture NX required)

Auto Focus:
*51 focus points (15 cross-type sensors)
*Multi-CAM 3500DX
*AF working range: -1 to +19 EV (ISO 100, normal temperature)
*Contrast Detect in Live View (Tripod) mode

Lens Servo:
*Single Servo AF [S]
*Continuous Servo AF [C]
*Manual focus [M]
*Focus Tracking automatically activated by subject's status in [S] or [C] AF

Focus Point:
*Single point from 51 or 11 focus points
*Liveview (Tripod mode): Contrast AF on a desired point anywhere within frame

AF Area Mode:
*Single point AF
*Dynamic Area AF [9 points, 21 points, 51 points, 51 points (3D-tracking)]
*Automatic-area AF

Focus Lock:
Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L button

AF assist: Yes, lamp

Exposure modes:
*Program Auto [P] with flexible program
*Shutter-Priority Auto [S]
*Aperture-Priority Auto [A]
*Manual [M]

Metering:
*TTL full-aperture exposure metering using 1005-pixel RGB sensor
*3D Color Matrix Metering II (type G and D lenses); color matrix metering II (other CPU lenses); color matrix metering (non-CPU lenses if user provides lens data; metering performed)
*Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 6, 8, 10, or 13 mm dia. circle in center of frame or weighting based on average of entire frame (8 mm circle when non-CPU lens is used)
*Spot: Meters approx. 3 mm dia. circle (about 2.0% of frame) centered on selected focus point (on center focus point when non-CPU lens is used)
Metering range • 3D Color Matrix Metering: 0 to 20 EV
*Center-Weighted Metering: 0 to 20 EV
*Spot Metering: 2 to 20 EV
*At normal temperature (20°C/68°F), ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens
Meter coupling CPU and AI

Exposure lock: Locked using AE-L/AF-L button

Exposure bracketing:
*2 to 9 frames
*1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV steps *

Exposure compen.:
*+/-5.0 EV
*1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV steps

Sensitivity:
*Default: ISO 200 - 3200 in 1/3, 1/2 or 1.0 EV steps
*Boost: 100 - 6400 in 1/3, 1/2 or 1.0 EV steps

Shutter: Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal plane shutter
*30 to 1/8000 sec (1/3, 1/2 or 1.0 EV steps)
*Flash X-Sync: 1/250 sec (up to 1/320 sec with reduced GN *)
*Bulb

DOF Preview:
*Stop-down lens aperture by pressing button
*Activates modelling flash

White balance:
*Auto (1005-pixel CCD, image sensor)
*Presets (seven) with fine tuning *
*Manual presets (four)
*Color temperature in Kelvin (2500 - 10000 K, 31 steps)
*White balance bracketing (2 to 9 frames, 10,20,30 MIRED steps)

Picture Control:
*Standard
*Neutral
*Vivid
*Monochrome

Image parameters:
*Sharpening: Auto, 7 levels
*Contrast: Auto, 5 levels, Custom tone curve
*Brightness: 3 levels
*Saturation: Auto, 5 levels
*Hue: 5 levels

Color space:
*sRGB (Standard and Vivid modes)
*Adobe RGB (Neutral mode)

Viewfinder:
*Optical-type fixed eye-level pentaprism
*Built-in diopter adjustment (-2 to +1m-1)
*Eyepoint: 19.5 mm (at -1.0m-1)
*Frame coverage 100% *
*Viewfinder magnification approx 0.94x with 50 mm f/1.4 lens

Focusing screen:
*B-type BrightView Clear Matte Screen II
*Superimposed focus brackets
*On-demand grid lines

LCD monitor:
*3.0 " TFT LCD
*922,000 pixels
*170° viewing angle
*Brightness adjustment
* LCD Liveview

Connectivity:
*USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed) Mini-B connector
*HDMI video out (version 1.3a, Type A connector) *
*Remote control 10-pin terminal
*PC Sync flash terminal

10-pin terminal:
*GPS: NMEA 0183 (Ver. 2.01 and 3.01) interface standard supported with 9-pin D-sub cable and GPS Cable MC-35 (optional)
*Remote control: via 10-pin terminal

Communications:
*FTP and PTP/IP file transfer with optional Wireless Transmitter WT-3 (IEEE 802.11 b/g)

Storage:
*Compact Flash Type I or II
*UDMA *, Microdrive and FAT32 supported
*36 characters of text can be input and stored in EXIF header

Power:
*Lithium-Ion EN-EL3e (7.4 V, 1500 mAh)
*Included battery charger MH-18a
*Optional AC adapter EH-5a
*Optional MB-D10 battery pack / vertical grip *

Dimensions: 147 x 114 x 74 mm (5.8 x 4.5 x 2.9 in)
Weight (no batt): 825 g (1.82 lb)

Rechargeable Li-on Battery EN-EL3e
Quick Charger MH-18a
Audio Video Cable
USB Cable
Strap
Body Cap
User Manual
Quick Guide CDROM

Compatible products

Cases and Bags - GS Camera Bags

GS SY-513L Camera Backpack Add to cart - USD 158.00

GS SY-513M Camera Backpack Add to cart - USD 158.00

GS SY-513S Camera Backpack Add to cart - USD 150.00

GS SY-514S Cameras Backpack Add to cart - USD 158.00

GS SY-520 Trolley Bag Add to cart - USD 170.00

GS SY-522 Soft Camera Beltpack Add to cart - USD 96.00

GS SY-603 Soft Camera Backpack Add to cart - USD 136.00

GS SY-607 Soft Camera Backpack Add to cart - USD 178.00

GS SY-613 Soft Camera Bag Add to cart - USD 116.00

GS SY-618 Soft Camera Bag Add to cart - USD 136.00

GS SY-621 Soft Camera Bag Add to cart - USD 190.00

GS SY-758 Soft Camera Bag Add to cart - USD 136.00

GS SY-759 Soft Camera Bag Add to cart - USD 118.00

GS SY-762 Soft Camera Backpack Add to cart - USD 136.00

Cases and Bags - Walkart Camera Cases

Generic Dry Box Add to cart - USD 45.00

Lenses - Nikon Lenses

Nikon 10.5mm F2.8G ED Ai AF DX Fisheye Lens Add to cart - USD 780.00

Nikon 105mm F2.8G IF-ED AF-S VR Lens Add to cart - USD 900.00

Nikon 12-24mm F4G IF-ED AF-S DX Lens Add to cart - USD 1,190.00

Nikon 14-24mm F2.8G ED AF-S Lens Add to cart - USD 1,710.00

Nikon 14mm F2.8D ED AF Lens Add to cart - USD 1,770.00

Nikon 15mm F2.8N Lens Add to cart - USD 1,790.00

Nikon 15mm F3.5S Lens Add to cart - USD 2,200.00

Nikon 16mm F2.8D Ai AF Fisheye Lens Add to cart - USD 825.00

Nikon 17-35mm F2.8D IF-ED AF-S Lens Add to cart - USD 1,680.00

Nikon 17-55mm F2.8G IF-ED AF-S DX Lens Add to cart - USD 1,450.00

Nikon 18-135mm F3.5-5.6G IF-ED AF-S DX Lens Add to cart - USD 427.00

Nikon 18-200mm F3.5-5.6G IF-ED AF-S DX VR Lens Add to cart - USD 780.00

Nikon 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Lens Add to cart - USD 171.00

Nikon 18-70mm F3.5-4.5G AF-S DX Lens Add to cart - USD 510.00

Nikon 180mm F2.8D IF-ED AF Lens Add to cart - USD 935.00

Nikon 18mm F2.8D AF Lens Add to cart - USD 1,330.00

Nikon 200-400mm F4G IF-ED AF-S VR Lens Add to cart - USD 6,970.00

Nikon 200mm F2G IF-ED AF-S VR Lens Add to cart - USD 4,860.00

Nikon 200mm F4D IF-ED AF Micro Lens Add to cart - USD 1,480.00

Nikon 20mm F2.8D AF Lens Add to cart - USD 650.00

Nikon 24-120mm F3.5-5.6G IF-ED AF-S VR Lens Add to cart - USD 810.00

Nikon 24-70mm F2.8G ED AF-S Lens Add to cart - USD 1,800.00

Nikon 24-85mm F2.8-4D IF AF Lens Add to cart - USD 820.00

Nikon 24-85mm F3.5-4.5G IF-ED AF-S Lens Add to cart - USD 487.00

Nikon 24mm F2.8D AF Lens Add to cart - USD 475.00

Nikon 28-70mm F2.8D IF Lens Add to cart - USD 2,570.00

Nikon 28mm F2.8D AF Lens Add to cart - USD 322.00

Nikon 300mm F2.8D II ED Lens Add to cart - USD 5,690.00

Nikon 300mm F2.8G IF-ED AF-S VR Lens Add to cart - USD 5,420.00

Nikon 300mm F4D IF-ED AF-S Lens Add to cart - USD 1,440.00

Nikon 35mm F2D AF Lens Add to cart - USD 406.00

Nikon 400mm F2.8D II IF Lens (Black) Add to cart - USD 8,560.00

Nikon 400mm F5.6S IF Lens Add to cart - USD 2,050.00

Nikon 500mm F4D II IF Lens (Black) Add to cart - USD 7,680.00

Nikon 500mm F4G ED AF-S VR Lens Add to cart - USD 9,490.00

Nikon 50mm F1.4D AF Lens Add to cart - USD 381.00

Nikon 50mm F1.8D AF Lens Add to cart - USD 183.00

Nikon 55-200mm F4-5.6G IF-ED AF-S DX VR Lens Add to cart - USD 284.00

Nikon 600mm F4D IF-ED II AF-S Lens (Black) Add to cart - USD 11,300.00

Nikon 600mm F4G ED VR AF-S Lens Add to cart - USD 11,900.00

Nikon 60mm F2.8D AF Micro Lens Add to cart - USD 590.00

Nikon 70-200mm F2.8G IF-ED AF-S VR Lens Add to cart - USD 1,890.00

Nikon 70-300mm F4-5.6D ED AF S VR Lens Add to cart - USD 625.00

Nikon 80-400mm F4.5-5.6D ED AF VR Lens Add to cart - USD 1,680.00

Nikon 85mm F1.4D IF AF Lens Add to cart - USD 1,130.00

Nikon 85mm F1.8D AF Lens Add to cart - USD 474.00

Nikon 85mm F2.8D Micro Lens Add to cart - USD 1,750.00

Lenses - Sigma Lenses

Sigma 10-20mm F4-5.6 EX DC HSM Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 585.00

Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG MACRO Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 510.00

Sigma 10mm F2.8 EX DC Fisheye HSM Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 720.00

Sigma 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 EX DG ASP HSM Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 835.00

Sigma 15mm F2.8 EX Diagonal Fisheye Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 605.00

Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.5 DC MACRO Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 420.00

Sigma 18-125mm F3.5-5.6 DC Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 435.00

Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 350.00

Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 EX DC MACRO Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 497.00

Sigma 18-50mm F3.5-5.6 DC Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 154.00

Sigma 20mm F1.8 EX DG ASP RF Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 497.00

Sigma 24-60mm F2.8 EX DG Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 431.00

Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG MACRO Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 515.00

Sigma 24mm F1.8 EX DG ASP MACRO Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 416.00

Sigma 28-300mm F3.5-5.6 DG MACRO Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 338.00

Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 EX DG Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 373.00

Sigma 28mm F1.8 EX DG ASP MACRO Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 321.00

Sigma 4.5mm F2.8 EX DC Circular Fisheye HSM Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 895.00

Sigma 50mm F2.8 EX DG MACRO Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 326.00

Sigma 55-200mm F4-5.6 DC Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 169.00

Sigma 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG MACRO Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 170.00

Sigma 8mm F3.5 EX Circular Fisheye Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 825.00

Sigma APO 120-300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 3,050.00

Sigma APO 120-300mm F2.8 EX IF HSM Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 3,290.00

Sigma APO 120-400mm F4.5-5.6 DG OS HSM Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 940.00

Sigma APO 135-400mm F4.5-5.6 ASP Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 615.00

Sigma APO 150-500mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 1,050.00

Sigma APO 200-500mm F2.8/400-1000mm EX DG Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 26,300.00

Sigma APO 300-800 F5.6 EX DG HSM Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 6,900.00

Sigma APO 300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 2,750.00

Sigma APO 50-500mm F4-6.3 EX DG HSM Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 1,320.00

Sigma APO 500mm F4.5 EX DG HSM Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 4,560.00

Sigma APO 70-200mm F 2.8 II EX DG MACRO HSM Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 1,050.00

Sigma APO 70-300mm F4-5.6 DG MACRO Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 170.00

Sigma APO 800mm F5.6 EX DG HSM Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 6,560.00

Sigma APO MACRO 150mm F2.8 EX DG HSM Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 750.00

Sigma APO MACRO 180mm F3.5 EX IF HSM Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 1,050.00

Sigma APO Tele Converter 1.4x EX - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 215.00

Sigma APO Tele Converter 2x EX - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 268.00

Lenses - Tamron Lenses

Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 XR Di-II LD IF Macro Lens - Nikon Mount Add to cart - USD 350.00

Lights - Canon Flashes

Canon 220EX TTL Speedlite Flash Add to cart - USD 148.00

Canon 430EX E-TTL Speedlite Flash Add to cart - USD 305.00

Canon 580EX TTL Speedlite Flash Add to cart - USD 510.00

Lights - Hylow Flashes

Hylow DX-260 Small Flash Add to cart - USD 98.00

Hylow DX-300 Small Flash Add to cart - USD 106.00

Hylow HE-1000A Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 335.00

Hylow HE-1000C Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 349.00

Hylow HE-1200A Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 388.00

Hylow HE-125B Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 128.00

Hylow HE-200A Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 98.00

Hylow HE-250A Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 97.00

Hylow HE-300A Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 124.00

Hylow HE-300C Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 138.00

Hylow HE-320 Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 116.00

Hylow HE-400A Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 141.00

Hylow HE-400B Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 172.00

Hylow HE-400C Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 156.00

Hylow HE-500A Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 191.00

Hylow HE-500C Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 206.00

Hylow HE-600A Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 228.00

Hylow HE-600B Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 272.00

Hylow HE-600C Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 241.00

Hylow HE-800A Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 244.00

Hylow HE-800C Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 291.00

Hylow S-150FK Flashlight Kit Add to cart - USD 188.00

Hylow S-150K Family Studio Kit Add to cart - USD 288.00

Hylow S-302K Compact Studio Flash Kit Add to cart - USD 63.00

Hylow XZ-1200D Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 419.00

Hylow XZ-300D Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 156.00

Hylow XZ-400D Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 180.00

Hylow XZ-600D Studio Flash Add to cart - USD 254.00

Hylow YBD-400 Portable Flash Add to cart - USD 194.00

Lights - Nikon Flashes

Nikon SB-400 Speedlight Flash Add to cart - USD 171.00

Nikon SB-600 AF Speedlight Flash Add to cart - USD 317.00

Nikon SB-800 AF Speedlight Flash Add to cart - USD 498.00

Nikon SB-900 Speedlight Flash Add to cart - USD 545.00

Nikon SU-800 Wireless Speedlight Commander Add to cart - USD 388.00

More equipment... - Miscellaneous

Generic Cleaning Set Add to cart - USD 18.00

Tripods and Cranes - Sony Tripods

Sony VCT-R100 Tripod Add to cart - USD 36.00

Tripods and Cranes - Velbon Tripods

Velbon CX-200 Tripod Add to cart - USD 53.00

Velbon CX-300 Tripod Add to cart - USD 66.00

Velbon CX-440 Tripod Add to cart - USD 71.00

Velbon CX-444 Tripod Add to cart - USD 75.00

Velbon CX-460 Tripod Add to cart - USD 75.00

Velbon CX-460MINI Tripod Add to cart - USD 66.00

Velbon CX-540 Tripod Add to cart - USD 89.00

Velbon CX-560 Tripod Add to cart - USD 89.00

Velbon CX-640 Tripod Add to cart - USD 93.00

Velbon CX-660 Tripod Add to cart - USD 97.00

Velbon Sherpa 200R Tripod Add to cart - USD 124.00

Velbon Sherpa 250R Tripod Add to cart - USD 140.00

Velbon Sherpa 435 Tripod Add to cart - USD 171.00

Velbon Sherpa 450R Tripod Add to cart - USD 148.00

Velbon Sherpa 550R Tripod Add to cart - USD 155.00

Velbon Sherpa 600R Tripod Add to cart - USD 155.00

Velbon Sherpa 750R Tripod Add to cart - USD 175.00