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Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only)

  • Price: $1,699.95
  • B&H # NID300S
  • Mfr# 25464

Product Highlights

  • 12.3 Megapixels
  • 3" LCD
  • 51-point Autofocus System
  • Live View
  • HD Video Recording
  • Stereo Audio Input
  • Self Cleaning Sensor
  • 100% Viewfinder Accuracy
  • CF and SD/SDHC Card Slots
  • Dust and Weather Resistant

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A lens and a memory card are required but not included with this camera. Please be sure to purchase a lens and a memory card for this camera.

The Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only) builds upon the success of the D300 by adding 720p HD Video Recording. With a 51-point autofocus system, 100% viewfinder accuracy, 7 frames per second continuous shooting, and low light sensitivity (expandable to ISO 6400), the D300s boasts a professional-grade feature set in a compact, highly durable, metal body. The 12.3 megapixel image sensor coupled with Nikon's exclusive EXPEED processor ensures ample resolution for discerning shooters with vivid, life-like color and stunning detail.

Advanced Live View Technology allows users to compose photos and video with the camera's bright, 920,000 dot LCD. HD Video is captured in true broadcast-quality 1280 x 720 at a smooth, cinematic 24 frames per second. An integrated mono microphone allows you to capture spontaneous audio with video, and a 3.5mm stereo input offers higher quality options for professional applications.

Rugged and reliable, the D300s now adds dual slots for both CompactFlash and SD/SDHC memory cards. Either card can be used for primary storage; the secondary card can be configured for overflow, mirror capture, or video recording. RAW and JPEG files can even be saved to separate cards for convenience. Images can also be copied between cards for easy sharing. With a host of new features and next-generation photo and video technologies, the Nikon D300s offers extremely high levels of performance and functionality to photo enthusiasts and professionals alike.

12.3 Megapixel DX-format CMOS Image Sensor
Delivers stunning high resolution, low-noise images with striking detail and tonal gradation.
Nikon EXPEED Image Processing
Drives breathtakingly rich image fidelity, low noise and fast image processing.
HD Video Recording
Capture cinematic 24fps, 720p HD movie clips, enhanced by NIKKOR interchangeable lens quality and versatility - featuring stereo mic input and AF operation.
Continuous Shooting up to 7 fps
High speed shooting and fast response - essential to versatile performance in a wide variety of shooting disciplines.
3" LCD
Every 921,000 dot monitor is factory-calibrated to assure accurate color for critical still image review and Live View or D-Movie shooting.
One-button Live View
Handheld and Tripod Live View modes, activated with one button, for challenging studio and remote shooting conditions.
Low Noise ISO Sensitivity from 200 to 3200
Additional expanded ISO settings of Lo-1 (ISO 100 equivalent) and Hi-1 (ISO 6400 equivalent) extend versatility to match shooting requirements.
Fast, Accurate 51-point Autofocus
Features 4 Dynamic AF modes including 3D Focus Tracking for precise autofocus and razor sharp images.
1,005 Pixel 3D Color Matrix Metering II
Nikon's unique RGB metering evaluates color information to determine exposures with remarkable accuracy.
Scene Recognition System
Referencing an onboard image database and teamed with RGB metering, SRS enables even more sophisticated determination of exposures and auto white balance, along with faster, more accurate autofocus.
Dual Memory Card Slots (CF and SD/SDHC)
Assign card functions from a variety of storage options, optimizing available memory and file handling.
Dynamic Integrated Dust Reduction System
Ultrasonic process combats the accumulation of dust in front of the image sensor, safeguarding image quality.
Picture Control
Select from 4 preset image capture preferences (Standard, Neutral, Vivid, and Monochrome, plus 9 user customizable settings) controlling Sharpening, Contrast, Brightness, Saturation, and Hue.
Active D-Lighting
Optimizes shadow and highlight detail in real time. Selectable values and 5-frame ADL bracketing offer complete control.
In-camera Image Editing
Exclusive in-camera image editing, featuring Edit Movie, D-lighting, Image Overlay, Monochrome, NEF (RAW) processing and more.
Rugged and Durable
The strength and precision of magnesium-alloy construction with advanced dust and moisture countermeasures is teamed with a shutter mechanism tested to 150,000 cycles for real-world reliability.
100% Viewfinder Accuracy
Offers a perfect representation of everything in the frame.
Virtual Horizon Graphic Level Indicator
Demonstrates an active graphics-based representation of the horizon through the viewfinder or using Live View.
Excellent Battery Performance
Up to 950 shots per EN-EL3e battery charge or as many as 2,950 shots with the optional MB-D10 Battery Grip and optional EN-EL4a battery.
Imaging
Camera Type Digital SLR with Interchangeable lenses
Lens Mount Nikon F
Camera Format APS-C / (1.5x Crop Factor)
Resolution Effective Pixels: 12.3 Megapixels
Sensor Type / Size CMOS, 23.6 x 15.8 mm
File Formats Still Images: JPEG, RAW, TIFF
Movies: AVI
Bit Depth 14-bit
Memory Card Type SD
SDHC
CompactFlash
AV Recording
Video Recording Yes
Video Clip Length Up to 20 Min
Audio Recording With Video
Focus Control
Focus Type Auto & Manual
Viewfinder/Display
Viewfinder Type Pentaprism
Viewfinder Coverage 100%
Exposure Control
ISO Sensitivity 100-6400
Shutter 30 - 1/8000 sec
Mirror Lock-Up Yes
Metering Method Spot metering, Center-weighted average metering, 3D Color Matrix Metering
Exposure Modes Modes: Aperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
White Balance Modes Auto, Cloudy, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Kelvin, Shade, Preset Manual
Flash
Max Sync Speed 1 / 250 sec
Continuous Shooting Up to 7 fps
External Flash Connection Hot Shoe
Performance
Self Timer 2 sec, 5 sec, 10 sec, 20 sec
Interval Recording Yes
Connectivity AV Output, HDMI C (Mini), USB 2.0
Software Requirements Windows: XP, Vista
Mac: OS X 10.4 or later
Power
Battery 1x EN-EL3e  Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
AC Power Adapter EH-5a (Optional)
Operating/Storage Temperature Operating
32 to 104 °F (0 to 40 °C)
Physical
Dimensions (WxHxD) 5.8 x 4.5 x 2.9" / 14.73 x 11.43 x 7.37 cm
Weight 29.63 oz / 840  g Body only

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NikonD300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only)
 
4.8

(based on 660 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (542)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (109)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 2 Stars

     

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    (2)

99%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Good image quality (597)
  • Fast / accurate auto-focus (535)
  • Large clear LCD (534)
  • Fast shutter speed (492)
  • Easy to use (439)

Cons

  • Short battery life (37)
  • Noisy at high ISO (35)
  • Poor in low light (7)
  • Heavy (6)
  • Lag / shutter delay (3)

Best Uses

  • Landscape/scenery (457)
  • Sports/action (414)
  • Travel (379)
  • Low light (370)
  • Wildlife (358)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Photo enthusiast (247), Semi-pro photographer (208), Pro photographer (138), Casual photographer (38)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (253), Yes (13)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

My step up to the D300s

The D300s (purchased with 16-85 lens) is the beginning of my upgrade from D70 technology; I sold one of my D70 bodies and its 18-70 lens when getting the new combo. ...Read complete review

The D300s (purchased with 16-85 lens) is the beginning of my upgrade from D70 technology; I sold one of my D70 bodies and its 18-70 lens when getting the new combo. I have sevel other lenses, two SB-800 flashes, and one remaining D70 body. The D300s, now primary camera, will be used for personal creative photography, family events, casual portraits, and periodic business assignments in corporate portraiture, social events, and other business tasks. I've had the new cam and lens a little over a week now. My main goal in upgrading is the improved from the 6.1 MP resolution of the D70 and have improved focus and exposure accuracy. It was also time for a more sophisicticated camera. The D300s has accomplished all those things for me. It's like a performance sports car of cameras.

I particularly like the 51-point AF system, which is fast, accurate, and indicative of the part of the image used as focus reference. If I don't like what the camera picks, I can simply press again.

The cam's virtual horizon leveling feature is also very useful to me. It has been criticised by some for not having fore/aft leveling, but I still find it valuable because I have a ball-type tripod head for stills, and it doesn't have spirit levels.

This is a complex camera with a myriad of controls over all functions, even calibration of the focus for different lenses in one's collection. At the same time, the camera is user-friendly enough to be used simply and quickly, which gradually getting into the more sophisticated capabilities.

I'm learning to appreciate that dual-card slot on the D300s. I prefer CF cards for professional work, and I have them left over from my D70 period. But my laptop has an SD slot, and my newer camcorders use the format as well, and that makes it easy to shoot and offload quick shots. I also like that redundancy of being able to save to two cards at once; the event photo business demands this type of reliability.

Another improvement from earlier technology is in the pop-up flash and its use with the Creative Lighting System. With earlier bodies, the pop-up could trigger and control off camera Nikon CLS flashes, but would not contribute to exposure. With the D300s, the popup DOES can be adjusted to contribute to exposure, and the camera offers more sophisiticated control of the other flashes. From that, I can carry an external SB-800 flash, a simple lightstand, and a Gary Fong Puffer diffuser for the pop up, and I have a simple but very effective portrait or small group lighting system to make professional results.

I considered a wide range of other upgrade strategies besides the Nikon D300s, including the Nikon D90, D700, and even the Canon 7D and 5D Mk. II. The Canons were intriguing for their 1080p video capability, higher megapixel count, and fast response; however I didn't want to give up what I considered to be the superiority of Nikon glass and the Creative Lighting System flash technology. I came close to the D90 but felt it was not enough of a jump from my D70 technology. I rejected the D700 FX approach because it's cost was not justified by the fraction of my business devoted to photography.

Points for improvement: The D300s has 720-24p video. It's ok, but not up to the 1080-30p as with the Canon 7D and 5D Mk. II. Nikon could also be more competitive with the megapixel count and high ISO capabilities. So far batteries are not lasting as long as they did with my D70 cameras. Maybe that is to be expected with twice the pixel count and a much larger LCD. I'm also disappointed that it is not compatible with my set of ML-L3 remote triggers. If it had better video capability, I would have awarded all five stars.

The D300s met and so far has exceeded my goals for this upgrade. It is a fantastic creative tool.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Decent Camera

After shooting with the D300 for 2 years, I'd have to say that I would have gone with the D90 in place of the D300 or, if you can afford it, upgrade to the...Read complete review

After shooting with the D300 for 2 years, I'd have to say that I would have gone with the D90 in place of the D300 or, if you can afford it, upgrade to the D700 which is full frame. The D90 seems to have better ISO capabilities than the D300. Although, you have to consider the benefits of the D300...shutter speed up to 1/8000th (compared to 1/4000th on D90), as well as other options. But if you're serious about photography, you'll step up to the D700.

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5.0

great camera

By photo

from Stanhope NJ

About Me Photo Enthusiast

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy To Use
  • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
  • Fast Shutter Speed
  • Good Image Quality
  • Good Image Stabilization
  • High ISO Performance
  • Large Clear LCD
  • Quiet

Cons

  • Short Battery Life

Best Uses

  • Family Photos
  • Sports/Action
  • Travel
  • Wildlife photos

Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

I use the camera for personal and for volunteer work. It has great features which enable me to get pictures we need.

  • Ease of Operation:
  • 10
  • Was this a gift?:
  • No

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5.0

Great Camera

By Senn Photo

from Denver, CO

About Me Pro Photographer

Pros

  • Easy To Use
  • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
  • Fast Shutter Speed
  • Good Image Quality

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Landscape/Scenery
    • Portraits
    • Sports/Action
    • Travel
    • Weddings/Events
    • Wildlife photos

    Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

    I bought this camera 2 years ago after the shutter on my last camera started to go. It have been a great camera and has never let me down.
    One thing that attracted me to this camera was the dual memory card slots, which is great for someone who shoots to the end of a card.
    It is fast, easy to use, and dependable.
    I use it primarily for portraits and landscapes, but I have dragged it up a few 14ers and it has been great.

    • Ease of Operation:
    • 9
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    • No

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    4.0

    D300S - seriously

    By Jay

    from Southern California

    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
    • Fast Shutter Speed
    • Good Image Quality
    • High ISO Performance
    • Large Clear LCD

    Cons

    • Dislike video activation

    Best Uses

    • Events
    • Landscape/Scenery
    • Portraits
    • Video

    Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

    It was time to upgrade from my D70. I considered waiting for the D400, but decided that the probable considerably larger raw file size that the D400 will have, that I don't really need, I would go for the D300S now. It is definitely a serious camera. I think it will serve me well, as the D70 did.

    • Ease of Operation:
    • 6
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    • No

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    5.0

    Love it

    By Imagemaker

    from Princeton, NJ

    About Me Pro Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Easy To Use
    • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
    • Fast Shutter Speed
    • Good Image Quality
    • Good Image Stabilization

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Indoors/Low Light
      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Sports/Action
      • Travel
      • Video
      • Wildlife photos

      Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

      I had one before, but it was stolen. Think it makes great images of terrific quality with out extra heavy weight.

      • Ease of Operation:
      • 9
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      • No

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      4.0

      Big Step Up From my D90

      By Brian the Photographer

      from RI

      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Use
      • Good Image Quality
      • Large Clear LCD

      Cons

      • Noisy At High ISO

      Best Uses

      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Weddings/Events
      • Wildlife photos

      Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

      I use the camera for studio portraiture and I have found that the controls offered on the D300s are very easy to access.

      • Ease of Operation:
      • 10
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      • No

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      5.0

      Worthy upgrade

      By prmass1

      from winter haven fl

      About Me Photo Enthusiast

      Verified Reviewer

      Pros

      • Easy To Use
      • Fast Shutter Speed
      • Good Image Quality

      Cons

      • Noisy At High ISO

      Best Uses

      • Family Photos
      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Travel

      Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

      I upgraded from the D90 and even tho I would like to go FF- I can't afford it but this is a worthy upgrade for me. The most important is the 51 points of focus. What this means? Well, less recomposing images and of missing focus. That itself was worth the upgrade. The next benefit- external contros w/o going into menus. These are things the D700 has already but they go further- two memory cards at once and HD video in stereo w/ ext mic. The body is the best you would ever get- the only thing missing is a full frame sensor but can't have it all. Still I am loving it.

      • Ease of Operation:
      • 9
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      • No

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      5.0

      nikon rules!! cannon.......

      By joe the pro

      from CA

      About Me Pro Photographer

      Pros

      • Easy To Use
      • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
      • Fast Shutter Speed
      • Good Image Quality
      • Good Image Stabilization
      • High ISO Performance
      • Large Clear LCD
      • Quiet

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Family Photos
        • Indoors/Low Light
        • Landscape/Scenery
        • Sports/Action
        • Travel
        • Weddings/Events
        • Wildlife photos

        Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

        ive had the d300s for2 years now and never ever had a problem with it. The batterie last forever!!!!! I love my camera and will never want a diferant one.

        • Ease of Operation:
        • 10
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        • No

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        4.0

        Fast, but not very accurate

        By Moos

        from Boston, MA

        About Me Semi-pro Photographer

        Pros

        • Easy To Use
        • Fast Shutter Speed
        • Quiet

        Cons

        • Noisy At High ISO
        • Poor Image Quality

        Best Uses

        • Landscape/Scenery
        • Sports/Action
        • Travel

        Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

        Mostly for travel photos

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        • No

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        4.0

        This just what I wanted

        By SB

        from Nashville, TN

        About Me Photo Enthusiast

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
        • Fast Shutter Speed
        • Good Image Quality
        • Large Clear LCD

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Landscape/Scenery
          • Wildlife photos

          Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

          So far I am very pleased with this camera. Coming from a D80 this is a big step up. I mostly take photos of birds and the small, quick ones are difficult to get in forcus. With this camera I get quick, precise focusing.

          • Ease of Operation:
          • 7
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          • No

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          5.0

          Love!

          By Jenny

          from Nebraska

          About Me Semi-pro Photographer

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Use
          • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
          • Fast Shutter Speed
          • Good Image Quality
          • Good Image Stabilization
          • Large Clear LCD

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Family Photos
            • Indoors/Low Light
            • Sports/Action
            • Travel
            • Weddings/Events

            Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

            I use this for wedding photography and portraiture. This was an upgrade for me from a D90, which I loved, so of course, I'm really loving this. So easy to use, buttons are in great places, so many easy switches, I have nothing bad to say. The picture quality is of course, wonderful- great tones. And crazy sharp images at low shutter speeds-couldn't believe I could hand-hold at 1/20 w/ no blur. Battery life if phenomenal even in 51point-3D most of the day and Active D-lighting all day.

            • Ease of Operation:
            • 10
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            • No

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            5.0

            Don't know why I waited so long....

            By jimdad 201

            from tampa, fl

            About Me Photo Enthusiast

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Use
            • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
            • Fast Shutter Speed
            • Good Image Quality
            • Large Clear LCD

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Family Photos
              • Weddings/Events
              • Wildlife photos

              Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

              I spend most of my time walking the sand and mud of coastal Florida shooting birds. I love the buffer, frames per second, and the feel of this workhorse in my hands. Another plus is the "backup" card slot. It's nice being able to shoot raw on one card and jpgs on the other. I upgraded from a D90 and find making the transition to the D300s a simple matter.

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              • No

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              5.0

              oldie but goodie

              By Doug

              from Michigan

              About Me Semi-pro Photographer

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy To Use
              • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
              • Fast Shutter Speed
              • Good Image Quality
              • High ISO Performance

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Family Photos
                • Indoors/Low Light
                • Landscape/Scenery
                • Travel
                • Weddings/Events

                Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

                need a replacement for my lost d90. couldnt afford full frame, but this was def a wise choice.

                • Ease of Operation:
                • 10
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                • No

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                2.0

                nice camera

                By tanner

                from texas

                About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                Pros

                  Cons

                  • Poor Image Quality

                  Best Uses

                  • Landscape/Scenery

                  Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

                  not good image quality. do not care about video in the camera, prefer to have a video camera. Disappointed with this camera.

                  • Ease of Operation:
                  • 8
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

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                  5.0

                  d300s

                  By ms

                  from idaho

                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Easy To Use
                  • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
                  • Fast Shutter Speed
                  • Good Image Quality
                  • Large Clear LCD

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                      Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

                      I really like this camera. It was super easy to convert from the d200 up. Fast enough to capture any action and sensetive enough to work in low light.

                      • Ease of Operation:
                      • 9
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                      • No

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                      5.0

                      Nice learner camera

                      By gettingback

                      from Denver, Colorado

                      About Me Photo Enthusiast

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Easy To Use
                      • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
                      • Fast Shutter Speed
                      • Good Image Quality
                      • Good Image Stabilization
                      • Large Clear LCD

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Family Photos
                        • Indoors/Low Light
                        • Landscape/Scenery
                        • Sports/Action

                        Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

                        I am getting back into photography after being out of it for a long time and this camera seems to be easy enough to use.

                        • Ease of Operation:
                        • 8
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                        • No

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                        5.0

                        Good quality body

                        By Georgia Guy

                        from Rome GA

                        About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
                        • Fast Shutter Speed
                        • Good Image Quality
                        • High ISO Performance
                        • Large Clear LCD

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Family Photos
                          • Indoors/Low Light
                          • Landscape/Scenery
                          • Sports/Action
                          • Travel
                          • Weddings/Events
                          • Wildlife photos

                          Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

                          So far I have not used the camera for much but it is performing well. I have shot some very fast shots and it worked great.I wanted a D3, but didn't want to pay that price and so far this camera has been all I could have wanted.

                          • Ease of Operation:
                          • 7
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                          • No

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                          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                           
                          5.0

                          excellent DSLR

                          By bobby

                          from chantilly, VA

                          About Me Photo Enthusiast

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
                          • Fast Shutter Speed
                          • Good Image Quality
                          • Good Image Stabilization

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Indoors/Low Light
                            • Landscape/Scenery
                            • Sports/Action
                            • Travel
                            • Wildlife photos

                            Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

                            this was my first jump into the DSLR world and i couldn't have made a better pick. my objective for my first DSLR was a reasonably priced DSLR that enabled one to do bracketing for high dynamic range photographs yet be reasonably affordable. this camera would take a large number of frames per second and provided a lot of flexibility in order of pictures, EV steps and EV range.

                            • Ease of Operation:
                            • 6
                            • Was this a gift?:
                            • No

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                            (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

                             
                            5.0

                            No regrets

                            By PaPa

                            from Ma.

                            About Me Photo Enthusiast

                            Pros

                            • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
                            • Fast Shutter Speed
                            • Good Image Quality
                            • High ISO Performance
                            • Large Clear LCD

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Family Photos
                              • Indoors/Low Light
                              • Landscape/Scenery
                              • Sports/Action
                              • Travel
                              • Weddings/Events
                              • Wildlife photos

                              Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

                              I bought the D300 as my first camera!

                              I decide that I wanted something that I could grow with as I learned photography. I like technology so it seemed like a reasonable challenge. It's now 4 years later and I'm still learning to use this camera (which I love). I am only interested in pictures so the D300S is of no interest.

                              In retrospect this was more camera than I probably needed. However, I would still buy it again for the challenge. It is a wonderful camera with intuitive controls and incredible features. I progressed from the 18-55 lens to the pro lenses (17-55 f2.8 and 70-200 f2.8) which are amazing. I how have over 20,000 pictures of family and outings (mainly lighthouses and birds). If I had bought a simpler camera I would have upgraded by now.
                              If you really want a point and shoot, get one. If you really want to learn digital photography, consider the D300/300s or the D7000.

                              No regrets.

                              • Ease of Operation:
                              • 8
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                              • No

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                              5.0

                              Great camera

                              By ValerieAnn

                              from Providence

                              About Me Pro Photographer

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                    Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

                                    I shoot a lot of weddings. Great speed. Reliable. Res is very good.

                                    • Ease of Operation:
                                    • 9
                                    • Was this a gift?:
                                    • No

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                                    5.0

                                    Great for the features and price

                                    By Marley

                                    from Fort Lauderdale, FL

                                    About Me Pro Photographer

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                                    Pros

                                    • Easy To Use
                                    • Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
                                    • Fast Shutter Speed
                                    • Good Image Quality
                                    • High ISO Performance
                                    • Large Clear LCD
                                    • Quiet

                                    Cons

                                      Best Uses

                                      • Family Photos
                                      • Indoors/Low Light
                                      • Landscape/Scenery
                                      • Sports/Action
                                      • Travel
                                      • Weddings/Events
                                      • Wildlife photos

                                      Comments about Nikon D300s SLR Digital Camera (Body Only):

                                      This camera replaced my old D300 because I shot over 100K images on it(D300) and it seems it is having some minor issues with initializing focusing when a lens is attached. I decided to get the D300s because it is similar to the D300 and I would be able to use it without any learning curve right out of the box. The camera is an improvement over my older D300 and it was cost effective at this time since I did not want to spend a lot on a temporary camera before Nikon releases newer products by the end of this year. I'm impressed with the way it performed at a recent wedding.

                                      • Ease of Operation:
                                      • 10
                                      • Was this a gift?:
                                      • No

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                                      Lenses

                                      Required item: A lens is not included. Get the type of lens for the shot you need.

                                      Nikon -  17-55mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S DX Lens
                                      • Price: $1,439.95
                                       

                                      DX lenses are NOT recommended for use with 35mm, digital "full-frame" FX, or APS SLR cameras

                                      Nikon -  16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR AF-S DX Nikkor Lens
                                      • Price: $649.95
                                       

                                      DX lenses are NOT recommended for use with "full-frame" digital or 35mm film SLR cameras

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                                      Memory Cards

                                      Required item: Memory is not included so be sure to have enough storage capacity.

                                      SanDisk -  8GB SDHC Memory Card Extreme Class 10
                                      • Price: $13.95
                                       

                                      Batteries & Power

                                      Always keep a spare battery handy so you won't get caught without power.

                                      Nikon -  EN-EL3e Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery
                                      • Price: $59.00
                                       
                                      Pearstone -  EN-EL3e Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (7.4V, 1450mAh)
                                      • Price: $24.95
                                       

                                      Flash & Accessories

                                      Get a flash to add light to your picture.

                                      Nikon -  SB-700 Speedlight Shoe Mount Flash
                                      • Price: $326.95
                                      USA
                                       
                                      Vello -  TTL-Off-Camera Flash Cord for Nikon SLR - 3' (1 m)
                                      • Price: $14.99
                                       

                                      Bags & Cases

                                      Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or case.

                                      Nikon -  CF-D200 Semi-Soft Case
                                      • Price: $53.95
                                       

                                      Slings & Straps

                                      Carry or wear your camera in comfort & style.

                                      OP/TECH USA -  Classic Strap (Black)
                                      • Price: $17.95
                                       

                                      Battery Grips

                                      Get a better grip for vertical shots and add battery life.

                                      Nikon -  MB-D10 Multi-Power Battery Grip
                                      • Price: $249.95
                                       
                                      Zeikos -  ZE-NBG300 Power Battery Grip
                                      • Price: $64.90
                                       
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