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Reviewed:
Nov 2009
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The Nikon D300S is a relatively minor update to the D300 - the leading APS-C DSLR of its day. It's based around an updated, video-capable version of the 12MP CMOS sensor used in its predecessor. It offers a very slightly revised control layout and improved continuous shooting rate. The biggest change is the addition of the ability to shoot 720p24 HD movies (MJPEG). Beyond that it retains the rugged build, excellent 51-point AF system and 100% coverage viewfinder that made the D300 such a pleasure to work with. Improvements in sensor technology and Nikon's re-jigging of its lineup mean it is no longer the stand-out camera it once was.
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| Announced: | Jul 30, 2009 |
| Body type | ||
| Body type | Mid-size SLR | |
| Sensor | ||
| Max resolution | 4288 x 2848 | ? |
| Other resolutions | 3216 x 2136, 2144 x 1424 | ? |
| Image ratio w:h | 3:2 | ? |
| Effective pixels | 12.3 megapixels | ? |
| Sensor photo detectors | 13.1 megapixels | ? |
| Sensor size | APS-C (23.6 x 15.8 mm) | ? |
| Sensor type | CMOS | ? |
| Processor | Expeed | |
| Image | ||
| ISO | 200 - 3200 in 1, 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps (100 - 6400 with boost) | ? |
| White balance presets | 12 | ? |
| Custom white balance | Yes (5) | ? |
| Image stabilization | No | ? |
| JPEG quality levels | Fine, Normal, Basic | ? |
| Optics & Focus | ||
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| Digital zoom | No | |
| Manual focus | Yes | ? |
| Number of focus points | 51 | |
| Lens mount | Nikon F mount | |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5× | ? |
| Screen / viewfinder | ||
| Articulated LCD | Fixed | ? |
| Screen size | 3" | ? |
| Screen dots | 920,000 | ? |
| Touch screen | No | |
| Screen type | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle | |
| Live view | Yes | ? |
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | ? |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 % | ? |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.94× | ? |
| Photography features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 sec | ? |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 sec | ? |
| Aperture priority | Yes | ? |
| Shutter priority | Yes | ? |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes | |
| Subject / scene modes | No | |
| Built-in flash | Yes (Pop-up) | |
| Flash range | 12 m (at ISO 100) | |
| External flash | Yes (Hot-shoe, Wireless plus sync connector) | |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | |
| Continuous drive | Yes (7 fps) | ? |
| Self-timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | |
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| Exposure compensation | ±5 EV (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | ? |
| AE Bracketing | ±5 (2, 3, 5, 7 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV steps) | |
| WB Bracketing | Yes (2 or 9 frames in steps of 1, 2 or 3 mired) | ? |
| Videography features | ||
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| Microphone | Stereo | |
| Resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) | |
| Storage | ||
| Storage types | Compact Flash Type I/SD/SDHC | ? |
| Storage included | None | ? |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | ? |
| HDMI | Yes (Mini Type C) | ? |
| Wireless | EyeFi | ? |
| Remote control | Yes (Optional, wired or wireless ) | |
| Physical | ||
| Environmentally sealed | Yes (Water and dust resistant) | |
| Battery | Battery Pack | ? |
| Battery description | Lithium-Ion EN-EL3e rechargeable battery & charger | ? |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 950 | ? |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 938 g (2.07 lb / 33.09 oz) | |
| Dimensions | 147 x 114 x 74 mm (5.79 x 4.49 x 2.91") | |
| Other features | ||
| Orientation sensor | Yes | |
| Timelapse recording | Yes | ? |
| GPS | Optional | |
| GPS notes | GP-1 | |
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