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Nikon  D300s DX-Format DSLR with HD Video (Body Only)
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Main specs

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Nikon-D300s DX-Format DSLR with HD Video (Body Only)-Digital cameras
Specifications Accessories

Image capture

camera type

dSLR (digital Single Lens Reflex)

resolution

12.3 effective megapixels

available image sizes

2144 x 1424 pixels, 3216 x 2136 pixels, 4288 x 2848 pixels

available file formats

JPEG, TIFF, NEF 12-bit, NEF 14-bit, NEF (lossless compressed RAW), NEF + JPEG

image sensor type

DX size frame (23.6 x 15.8mm) CMOS with 13.1 million pixels, Dynamic Integrated Dust Reduction System
Ultrasonic process combats the accumulation of dust in front of the image sensor, safeguarding image quality.

image processor type

Nikon EXPEED

color depth

14-bit A/D conversion

image stabilization technology

Nikon VR stabilization system (requires VR lens)

included recording media size

0 MB

expendable recording media type

SD Card, CompactFlash type I, CompactFlash type II, SDHC Card

startup time

not rated

Video capture

video file format

AVI (motion JPEG) @ 24 fps (with sound)

video size

1280 x 720 pixels (24 fps), 640 x 424 pixels (24 fps), 320 x 216 pixels (24 fps)

maximum video recording length

Not Available

webcam features

No

Lens and focus

lens type

Not Available

lens construction

Not Available

optical zoom

Not Available

digital zoom

1 x

lens mount

Nikon F

compatible lenses

  • DX AF NIKKOR: All functions possible
  • D-/G-type AF NIKKOR (excluding IX NIKKORlenses): 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 5.6 or faster;

filter mounting method

threads depend on the lens used

maximum aperture

Not Available

minimum aperture

Not Available

focal length

value set by lens used

autofocus type

TTL phase detection, 51 focus points (15 cross-type sensors) by Nikon Multi-CAM 3500DX autofocus module; Detection -1 to +19 EV (ISO 100 at 20 degrees C/68 degrees F); AF fine adjustment possible. Focal-plane contrast [in Live View (Tripod) mode]

focusing area mode(s)

manual focus, Single-servo AF, Continuous-servo AF, 51 point AF (15 cross type points)

focusing distance

value set by lens

Exposure and imaging

shooting (drive) modes

Mirror Up, movie (24 fps), self-timer, single frame, movie HD (24 fps), continuous low speed (CL) - 1 fps to 7 fps, continuous high speed (CH) - 8 fps

exposure (capture) modes

aperture priority, manual, program AE, shutter priority

scene modes

Nikon 1005 pixel RGB scene recognition metering sensor

exposure metering system

1,005-pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering II
Variable Center-weighted
Spot

1) 0 to 20 EV (Matrix or center-weighted metering); 2) 2 to 20 EV (Spot metering) (ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens, at 20 degrees C/68 degrees F)

exposure compensation

±5 EV (1/3, 2/3 EV steps and 1 EV steps)

noise reduction

Not Available

sensitivity

Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity<¸/STRONG>: 200 in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV
Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity: 3200 in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1EV
Expanded ISO Sensitivity Options:

  • Lo-1 (ISO 100 equivalent) in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV
  • Hi-1 (ISO 6400 equivalent) in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV

shutter type

electronically controlled vertical-run focal-plane

shutter speed

1/8000 sec to 30 sec, bulb

shutter lag

not rated

image quality mode

JPEG-baseline-compliant; can be selected from Size Priority and Optimal Quality

, RAW 12-bit uncompressed
RAW 14-bit uncompressed
RAW 12-bit compressed losseless
RAW 14-bit compressed losseless

white balance mode

Auto (TTL white balance with 1,005-pixel RGB sensor)
Seven manual modes with fine-tuning; Sun Shade Fluorescent Incandescent Flash Preset Fine Tune by Kelvin Color temperature setting

picture adjustment

brightness, contrast, D-lighting, hue, saturation, sharpness

picture effects / color modes

monochrome, neutral, standard, vivid color, image overlay

Flash and lighting

flash type

built-in auto

flash mode

front curtain sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, slow sync, slow sync + red eye reduction

flash effective range

not specified

maximum flash synchronization speed

1/250 sec, 1/8000 FP High Speed Sync

flash compensation

not specified

recycling time

not rated

Physical characteristics

dimensions (W x H x D)

147mm x 114mm x 74mm

weight

840 grams

available color(s)

black

Connectivity

interface

AV output compatible with NTSC and PAL formats, HDMI (high definition multimedia interface) output, 10-pin Terminal, optional Nikon wireless transmitter WT-4A

microphone and speaker

both built-in

flash connection

Hot shoe with i-TTL flash control, PC Sync terminals for external flashes

tripod socket

standard 1/4 inch

remote control

via 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 WT-4a wireless transmitter with Camera Control 2 software

cable release capability

yes, via 10-pin remote terminal

direct-to-printer printing capability

PictBridge

operating system compatibility

not specified

Viewing features

LCD monitor type

3.0 inch, 920, 000 dots 170-degree wide angle LCD with LIVE VIEW

viewfinder

Viewfinder Frame Coverage: Approx. 100%
Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment:(-2.0 to +1.0 m-1)
Viewfinder Eyepoint: 19.5 (-1.0m-1)
Reflex Mirror: Quick-return type
Focusing Screen: Type-B BriteView Clear Matte screen Mark II with superimposed focus brackets and On-Demand grid lines
Interchangeable Focusing Screens:: No
Viewfinder Magnification: Approx. 0.94
Depth-of-field Control: Yes

menu language(s)

Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Swedish, Traditional Chinese

playback function

auto-rotate, full frame, highlights, histogram, slideshow, zoom, contact sheet (4, 9 or 72 thumbnails), D-movie playback, image comment

Power

compatible power supply

EH-5A AC adapter, EN-EL3e rechargeable lithium-ion battery, MB-D10 battery grip, MH-18a quick charger

approximate battery life

950 shots

Camera management

economy mode

not specified

Additional features

water resistant capabilities

Not Available

underwater capability

no

Included "in the box"

included accessory

body cap, eyepiece cap DK-5, LCD monitor cover BM-8, quick charger MH-18a, rechargeable battery EN-EL3e, rubber eyecup DK-23, USB cable UC-E4, video cable EG-D100, strap AN-DC4

included software

Software suite CD-ROM

manufacturer's warranty

exclusive canadian 2-year, 1-Year U.S.A. Limited Warranty, Warranty may vary by region or country