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The Nikon D300S is a high-end 13.1 megapixel digital SLR camera released in August 2009. As the successor to the Nikon D300, this updated camera absorbs several features seen since the original’s release including the virtual horizon and quite drive feature, plus a 720p movie mode. A first for Nikon is contrast-detection autofocus, which operates while taking video on the D300S. Compared to the previous model, the camera’s continuous shooting speed has been increased to 7fps from 6fps. Other improvements include simplified menus as well as extra lighting options. Other features include a 3 inch LCD display, 51 autofocus points and a dual memory card slot (CF/SD). The D300S uses what Nikon calls “EXPEED” image processing, which allows the camera to automatically adjust internal settings based on the shooting environment. More experienced users can manually adjust a variety of camera settings including the flash, white balance focus and exposure.
MSRP $1,799.95
Release date August, 2009
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Features
- 3” TFT LCD display
- 13.1 megapixel CCD sensor
- 720p HD video (autofocus while recording)
- 51-point autofocus system
- IS0 200-3200 range
- 7 frames per second continuous shooting
- EXPEED automatic mode
- Picture controls (Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, & Landscape)
- Dual CF/SD memory card slot
- Auto and Extra High Active D-Lighting options
- Quiet drive mode
- Virtual horizon
- Rechargeable Li-ion battery
- Dimensions & weight: 5.8 x 4.5 x 2.9 in, 2.2 lb (inc. battery)
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Nikon D300S | 18-200mm VR II Lens
• Nikon D300s 12MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera w/ 18-200mm VR II Lens
UPC: 018208097401
EAN: 018208097401
MPN: D300s 18-200mm Kit
Nikon D300S | Body Only
• Nikon D300s 12MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)
UPC: 018208254644
EAN: 018208254644
MPN: D300s Body Only
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MSRP $1,299.95
Released May, 2009
Pros
- ruggedized - fully sealed body
- quiet shutter
- quality construction
Cons
- video is manual focus only - difficult to change focus, pan or zoom
- not many current options for super-fast tele lenses
- noise begins to get noticeable at lower ISO levels than competing options
Nikon D300S
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Pentax K-7
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MSRP $1,499.95
Released June, 2009
Pros
- auto-focus can be used while recording video
- stereo microphone for video recording
- 1080p video with silent auto-focus - does not interfere with sound recording (but requires special lenses)
Cons
- only 1080p24. 1080p30 or 1080p60 would be nicer
- double the price of the standard DMC-G1
- no improvement over the DMC-G1 if video is unimportant
Nikon D300S
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1
MSRP $1,399.95
Released October, 2008
The Canon EOS-50D was announced as a sister model, rather than successor, to the EOS-40D. The 50D uses the same body as the 40D, but inside is an upgraded 15.1 megapixel CMOS sensor and the next generation processor (Digic 4, versus the 40D's Digic III), Canon claims that the Digic 4 allows for up...
Nikon D300S
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Canon 50D
MSRP $1,699.00
Released October, 2009
Pros
- 8fps continuous shooting
- full 1080p video at 30fps, 720p at 60fps
- 1.0x optical viewfinder with 100% coverage
Cons
- 18MP sensor falls short of full frame
- fairly heavy and large
- no dual memory card slot
Nikon D300S
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Canon EOS 7D
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Pros
- can record video in 720p high definition (best improvement over the D300)
- durable build
- 51-point AF system
- HDMI output
- slightly faster continuous shooting compared to the D300 (7 or 8FPS vs 6 or 7FPS - depends on use of battery grip)
- now offers SD card support (as well as CF) includes intelligent management modes (backup mirror, splitting RAW & JPEG, overflow)
- auto-focus in video mode (a first for Nikon)
- external stereo microphone input
- new quiet mode - reduces the noise of the mirror flipping
- low noise 12.3MP sensor (same as that on the originally D300)
- ergonomic design
- bright viewfinder with 100% coverage
- high resolution 3" display (921k dot)
Cons
- mono microphone for video recording
- 5 minute video length limit
- not a revolutionary upgrade from the now year-old D300
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