Nikon D300 - digital camera (discontinued)

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The D300 features Nikon's exclusive EXPEED Image Processing System that is central to driving the speed and processing power needed for many of the camera's new features. The D300 features a new 51-point auto focus system with Nikon's 3D Focus Tracking feature and two new LiveView shooting modes that allow users to frame a photograph using the camera's high-resolution LCD monitor. The D300 shares a similar Scene Recognition System as found in the D3 that promises to greatly enhance the accuracy of auto focus, auto exposure and auto white balance by recognizing the subject or scene being photographed and applying this information to the calculations for the three functions. The D300 reacts with lightning speed, powering-up in a mere 0.13 seconds and shooting with an imperceptible 45 millisecond shutter release lag time. The D300 is capable of shooting at a rapid six frames per second and can go as fast as eight frames per second when using the optional MB-D10 Multi-Power Battery Pack. In continuous bursts, the D300 can shoot up to 100 shots at full 12.3 megapixel resolution. The D300 incorporates a range of innovative technologies and features that will significantly improve the accuracy, control and performance photographers can get from their equipment. Its new Scene Recognition System advances the use of Nikon's acclaimed 1,005-segment sensor to recognize colors and light patterns that help the camera determine the subject and the type of scene being photographed, before a picture is taken. This information is used to improve the accuracy of auto focus, auto exposure and auto white balance functions in the D300. For example, the camera can track moving subjects better and by identifying them, it can also automatically select focus points faster and with greater accuracy. It can also analyze highlights and more accurately determine exposure, as well as infer light sources to deliver more accurate white balance detection. The D300 incorporates Nikon's Multi-CAM 3500DX auto focus module that features an intelligent array of 15 cross-type sensors and 36 horizontal sensors. These sensors can either be used individually or in groups, with the option for Single area AF mode and Dynamic AF modes using groups of either nine, 21 or all 51 focus points. The system also features 3D tracking with automatic focus point switching that takes advantage of all 51 AF points as it uses color and light information to accurately track the subject. Nikon's new Scene Recognition System and improved focus algorithms also contribute to the impressive performance of the new 51-point AF system. Taking a cue from the popularity of Nikon's D-Lighting technology, the D300 features a new Active D-Lighting mode that, when enabled, provides remarkable real-time highlight and shadow correction with optimized image contrast. Active D-Lighting produces broader tone reproduction in both shadows and highlights by controlling highlights and exposure compensation while applying localized tone control technology to achieve a more pleasing level of contrast across the entire image. And because the advantages of Active D-Lighting are applied as images are captured, image editing time can be shortened.

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Nikon D300 - digital camera specifications

• General
• Product Type Digital camera - SLR with Live View mode
• Width 5.8 in
• Depth 2.9 in
• Height 4.5 in
• Weight 1.8 lbs
• Body Material Magnesium alloy
• Main Features
• Resolution 12.3 megapixels
• Color Support Color
• Optical Sensor Type CMOS
• Total Pixels 1.31E+7 pixels
• Effective Sensor Resolution 1.23E+7 pixels
• Field of View Crop Factor 1.5
• Sensor Dust Reduction Yes
• Sensor Features Anti-Dust technology
• Light Sensitivity ISO 200-3200
• Special Effects Monochrome , Neutral , Vivid
• Image Stabilizer Optical
• Max Shutter Speed 0.000125 sec
• Min Shutter Speed 30.0 sec
• X-sync Speed 1/250 sec
• Exposure Metering 3D color matrix II , Spot , Center-weighted
• Exposure Modes Aperture-priority , I-TTL program flash , Automatic , Manual , Bulb , Shutter-priority , Program
• Exposure Range EV 0-20
• Exposure Compensation ±5 EV range, in 1, 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps
• White Balance Custom , Automatic , Presets
• White Balance Bracketing Yes
• Still Image Format NEF (RAW) , TIFF , JPEG
• Remote Control Optional
• TV Tuner None
• Memory / Storage
• Flash Memory 2.0 GB Flash - CompactFlash Card
• Supported Flash Memory CompactFlash , Microdrive
• Floppy Drive None
• Image Storage 4288 x 2848 , 2144 x 1424 , 3216 x 2136
• Camera Flash
• Camera Flash Pop-up flash
• Guide Number (m / ISO 100) 18
• Flash Modes Slow synchro , Red-eye reduction , Flash OFF mode , Fill-in mode , Rear curtain sync , Auto mode
• Red Eye Reduction Yes
• Features Flash exposure bracketing , AF illuminator , Flash +/- compensation
• Lens System
• Type Zoom lens - 18.0 mm - 200.0 mm - F/3.5-5.6 G IF-ED Nikon AF-S DX VR
• Focal Length 18.0 mm - 200.0 mm
• Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera -273.0 mm
• Focus Adjustment Automatic , Manual
• Auto Focus TTL contrast and phase detection
• Auto Focus Points (Zones) 51
• Min Focus Range 19.7 in
• Lens Aperture F/3.5-5.6
• Optical Zoom 11.1 x
• Zoom Adjustment Manual
• Lens Construction 12.0 group(s) / 16.0 element(s)
• Filter Size 72.0 mm
• Lens System Mounting Nikon F
• Features Silent Wave Motor (SWM) , Aspherical lens , Internal focusing system , VR (Vibration Reduction) , ED glass
• Additional Features
• Self Timer Yes
• Self Timer Delay 2 - 20 sec
• Flash Terminal Hot shoe
• Additional Features Histogram display , PictBridge support , LCD live view mode , Auto power save , Depth-of-field preview button , FE lock , DPOF support , Dust resistant , AE lock , Scene Recognition System (SRS) , USB 2.0 compatibility , Direct print , Display brightness control , AF lock , Text input to Exif header
• Viewfinder
• Viewfinder Type Optical - Fixed eye-level pentaprism
• Field Coverage 100%
• Magnification 0.94x
• Dioptric Correction Range -2 to +1
• Viewfinder Frames Autofocus frame
• Display
• Type LCD display - TFT active matrix - 3.0 in - Color
• Display Form Factor Built-in
• Display Format 920000.0 pixels
• Digital Player (Recorder)
• Type None
• Connections
• Connector Type 1.0 x USB , 1.0 x Remote control , 1.0 x HDMI output , 1.0 x Composite video output
• Expansion Slot(s) 1.0 x CompactFlash Card - Type I/II
• Miscellaneous
• Carrying Case None
• Microsoft Certifications Certified for Windows Vista
• Included Accessories Lens cap , Shoulder strap , LCD display cover , Eyepiece cover , Body cap
• Cables Included USB cable , Video cable
• Power
• Power Device Battery charger - External
• Battery
• Supported Battery Nikon EN-EL3e
• Supported Battery 1.0 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
• Environmental Parameters
• Min Operating Temperature 32.0 °F
• Max Operating Temperature 104.0 °F