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MODEL: NIKON-D300  |   Categories: Nikon Digital SLR,
Nikon D300 Digital SLR
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Photo Technical 2 Year Extended Warranty $79.00ea
Nikon EN-EL3e Li-ion Rechargeable Battery $99.00ea
Nikon ML-L3 Remote Control $39.00ea
Nikon MH-18A Quick Charger $99.00ea
Nikon MB-D10 Multi-battery Pack $429.00ea
Nikon WT-4 Wireless Transmitter $1,149.00ea
Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED $2,149.00ea

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*** THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN REPLACED BY THE IMPROVED NIKON D300S ***

Nikon's replacement for the very popular D200 digital camera. Improvements in the D300 include an increase in resolution to 12.3 megapixels, improved burst mode and high-resolution, 3-inch (7.5cm) LCD viewer with Liveview mode.

 

What Nikon Says About The D300:

Combining innovative Nikon technologies with advanced new features and precision engineering, the D300 delivers the ultimate blend of DX-format performance.

The sheer imaging power of a new 12.3 effective-megapixel DX Format CMOS image sensor with integrated A/D converter; the precision processing and astounding speed of Nikon's original EXPEED digital image processing concept; the unprecedented focusing speed and precision of a new 51-point AF system; Nikon's innovative new Scene Recognition System for optimal autofocus, auto exposure and auto white balance performance; the composition and focusing ease of a large new pentaprism viewfinder that provides full 100% frame coverage; an expansive 920,000-dot, high-resolution 3-inch LCD monitor with wide viewing angle; near-instant power-up and immediate response; all with the advantages of Nikon DX-format agility and system expandability.

Meet the new generation digital SLR camera that blends all these advanced features into one fine package — the Nikon D300.

Product Options:

  • TBA (we anticipate 'body only', 'single VR kit', 'twin VR kit', '18-200mm VR kit' at least)

What's Included: (see 'Product Options' above for kit options)

  • Nikon D300 digital SLR body
  • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e
  • Quick Charger MH-18a
  • USB Cable UC-E4
  • Video Cable EG-D100
  • Strap AN-D300
  • LCD monitor cover BM-8
  • Body cap
  • Eyepiece Cap DK-5
  • Rubber Eyecup DK-23
  • Software Suite CD-ROM

Warranty: 1-year Nikon Australia Warranty (extenstions available up to 4 additional years)


Type of CameraSingle-lens reflex digital camera with interchangeable lenses
Effective Pixels12.3 million
Image SensorCMOS sensor, 23.6 x 15.8 mm; total pixels: 13.1 million; Nikon DX format
Image Size (Pixels)4,288 x 2,848 [L], 3,216 x 2,136 [M], 2,144 x 1,424 [S]
SensitivityISO 200 to 3,200 in steps of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV with additional settings of approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7 and 1 EV (ISO 100 equivalent) under ISO 200, and approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7 and 1 EV (ISO 6400 equivalent) over ISO 3200
File FormatNEF 12-bit or 14-bit (uncompressed, lossless compressed or compressed RAW); TIFF (RGB); JPEG: JPEG baseline-compliant
File SystemCompliant with DCF 2.0, DPOF and Exif 2.21
Storage MediaCompactFlash (Type I/II, compliant with UDMA); Microdrives
Shooting Modes1) Single frame [S] mode 2) Continuous low speed [CL] mode: 1 to 7*¹ frames per second 3) Continuous high-speed [CH] mode: 8 frames per second*¹, 6 frames per second*² 4) Liveview [LV] mode 5) Self-timer [ ] mode 6) Mirror-up [Mup] mode. *¹ When using AC Adaptor EH-5a/EH-5 or Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 with batteries other than Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e. *² When using Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e (When shooting in Continuous-servo AF (C), Shutter-Priority Auto [S] or Manual [M] exposure modes, at a shutter speed of 1/250 sec. or faster with other settings at default)
White BalanceAuto (TTL white balance with 1,005-pixel RGB sensor), seven manual modes with fine-tuning, color temperature setting, white balance bracketing possible (2 to 9 frames in increments 1~3)
LCD Monitor Size3-in.
LCD MonitorApprox. 920,000-dot (VGA), 170-degree wide viewing angle, 100% frame coverage, low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with brightness adjustment
Playback Function1) Full frame 2) Thumbnail (4 or 9 segments) 3) Zoom 4) Slideshow 5) RGB histogram indication 6) Shooting data 7) Highlight point display 8) Auto image rotation
Delete FunctionCard format, All photographs delete, Selected photographs delete
I/O TerminalNTSC or PAL; simultaneous playback from both the video output and on the LCD monitor available
InterfaceHi-Speed USB
Picture Angle (in 35mm [135] format equivalent)Equivalent in 35mm [135] format is approx. 1.5 times lens focal length
ViewFinder TypeSLR-type with fixed eye-level pentaprism; built-in diopter adjustment (-2.0 to +1.0 m-¹)
Eyepoint19.5 mm (-1.0 m-¹)
Focusing ScreenType-B BriteView Clear Matte screen Mark II with superimposed focus brackets and On-Demand grid lines
Viewfinder Frame Coverage/Magnification (with 50mm lens at infinity; -1.0 m-1)Approx. 100% (vertical/horizontal) / Approx. 0.94x with 50mm lens at infinity; -1.0 m-¹
Reflex MirrorAutomatic, instant-return type
Lens ApertureInstant-return type, with Depth-of-field preview button
AutofocusTTL 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°C/68°F); AF fine adjustment possible; Focal plane contrast [in Liveview (Tripod) mode]
Focus Modes1) Autofocus: Single-servo AF (S); continuous-servo AF (C); focus tracking automatically activated according to subject status, 2) Manual focus (M) with electronic rangefinder
Focus LockFocus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L button
Exposure Metering SystemTTL full-aperture exposure metering using 1005-pixel RGB sensor: 1) 3D Color Matrix Metering II (type G and D lenses); color matrix metering II (other CPU lenses); color matrix metering (non-CPU lenses if user provides lens data; metering performed); 2) Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 6, 8, 10, or 13 mm dia. circle in center of frame or weighting based on average of entire frame (8 mm circle when non-CPU lens is used); 3) Spot: Meters approx. 3 mm dia. circle (about 2.0% of frame) centered on selected focus point (on center focus point when non-CPU lens is used)
Exposure Metering Range (at normal temperature [68°F/20°C], ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens)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°C/68°F)
Exposure Metering CouplingCombined CPU and AI
Exposure Control1) Programmed Auto [P] with flexible program 2) Shutter-Priority Auto [S] 3) Aperture Priority Auto [A] 4) Manual [M]
Auto Exposure LockExposure locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
Auto Exposure BracketingExposure and/or flash bracketing (2 to 9 exposures in increments of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV)
Maximum Shutter1/8,000
Minimum Shutter30
ShutterElectronically-controlled vertical-travel focal plane shutter, 1/8,000 to 30 sec. in steps of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV, Bulb
Sync ContactX=1/250 sec.; flash synchronization at up to 1/320 sec. (FP) adjustable with Built-in Speedlight or optional Speedlight (will reduce GN)
Flash Control1) TTL: TTL flash control by 1,005-pixel RGB sensor. Built-in Speedlight, SB-800, SB-600 or SB-400: i-TTL balanced fill-flash and standard i-TTL flash; 2) AA (Auto Aperture-type) flash: Available with SB-800 used with CPU lens; 3) Non-TTL Auto: Available with Speedlights such as SB-800, 28, 27, and 22S; 4) Range-priority manual flash; available with SB-800
Flash Sync Modes1) Front-curtain Sync (normal) 2) Red-eye Reduction 3) Red-eye Reduction with Slow Sync 4) Slow Sync 5) Rear-curtain Sync
Accessory ShoeISO 518 Standard hot-shoe contact with safety lock provided
Sync TerminalISO 519 standard terminal
Self-Timer2 to 20 seconds duration
Depth of Field Preview ButtonWhen CPU lens is attached, lens aperture can be stopped down to value selected by user (A and M mode) or value selected by camera (P and S mode)
Remote ControlRemote control: via 10-pin terminal
GPSNMEA 0183 (Ver. 2.01 and 3.01) interface standard supported with 9-pin D-sub cable and GPS Cable MC-35 (optional)
Supported LanguagesChinese (Simplified and Traditional), Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish
Power RequirementsOne Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e, Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 (optional) with one Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4a, EN-EL4 or EN-EL3e or eight R6/AA-size alkaline (LR6), Ni-MH (HR6), lithium (FR6) batteries, or nickel-manganese ZR6 batteries, AC Adapter EH-5a (optional)
Tripod Socket1/4 in. (ISO 1222)
DimensionsApprox. 147 x 114 x 74 mm (5.8 x 4.5 x 2.9 in.)
Weight (without battery, memory card or body cap)Approx. 825 g (1.82 lbs.) without battery, memory card, body cap, or monitor cover
Supplied Accessories (may differ by country or area)Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e, Quick Charger MH-18a, USB Cable UC-E4, Video Cable EG-D100, Strap AN-D300, LCD monitor cover BM-8, Body cap, Eyepiece Cap DK-5, Rubber Eyecup DK-23, Software Suite CD-ROM

Avg. Visitor Rating: 5 out of 5  
Based on 1 reviews | Write a review

Reviewer : Peetsky
Date : 29/11/2007

Rating :  (5)

Review : Don't hesitate! Go out and purchase a Nikon D300 with a Nikkor 18-200mm lens. The lens alone is a perla with great focal range. It's a do anything lens which will cover most needs and will also minimise lens changes thus minimising dust entering the delicate body parts. The auto focus is superb. Forget the battery powerpack as it only increases weight and volume. Unless you're a serious sports photographer with brilliant optics to boot, you won't miss the extra few frames per second. I've been achieving 7 frames per second no problems with the standard battery. So buy a couple of extra batteries for your back pocket and you won't run out of juice when out and about. It takes great portraits, landscapes and very impressive close ups. Internal room shots are a breeze with the wide angle. Build quality is absolutely superb even though the body and lens is built under license in Thailand using genuine Nikon components made in Japan. I was considering the Canon eos5 but no regrets. The clarity on the Nikon d300 is faultless!

Camera-Warehouse does not necessarily share any of the opinions stated above.


New Nikon cash back deals on digital SLRs
1/06/2010 1:54:00 AM by paul
Nikon have revised their cash back offers, effective 1st June:

The deals are available for all purchases between 1st June and 31st August.

The Nikon D700 $200 cash back offer is also still valid for purchases until 30th June.

Cash back is via redemption from Nikon Australia (more information).

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Nikon announces D300s, D3000 digital SLR cameras
30/07/2009 4:30:00 AM by paul
Nikon has just announced two new digital SLRs, the D300s and D3000. Full details available on the product page.

Pricing is not yet available, but we expect the D300s to be approximately $300 more than the D300, making the expected body only price $2799.

Also, check Nikon's new lenses, the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II and the AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II. Pricing on both lenses TBA.

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Nikon D300 firmware update
29/10/2008 8:12:00 AM by Paul

Nikon has released v1.10 of the firmware for the D300 digital SLR.

Download for Windows users

Download for Mac users

PLEASE NOTE: These links are for the European firmware version

If you'd like Camera-Warehouse to upgrade your firmware for you, free of charge, please call us on 1300 304 165 or email us to arrange a convenient time to visit the shop.

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Nikon D300 firmware update, Australia
18/02/2008 2:26:00 AM by paul
Nikon has released firmware version A update 1.02 for the D300 digital SLR.

More information here.

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Nikon D3, D300 pricing available 1st November
31/10/2007 by paul
drrrrrrrr...that's the drum-roll starting. We are pleased to announce that we will have the prices for the new Nikon D300 and D3 digital SLRs from tomorrow. These much anticipated models are sure to be hits this Xmas as Nikon is determined to consolidate its position as #1 digital SLR vendor globally.

What I can tell you is that the D300 will be available initially as body only and with the excellent 18-200mm DX VR lens.

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Nikon D3, D300 first look
12/09/2007 by paul
Wow...what more can I say? I was lucky enough to attend the Nikon product launch last night where I got to play with all the latest Nikon COOLPIX range (very nice) and...drum roll please...the new Nikon D300 and D3 digital SLRs.

The launch was held at the Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) in Sydney's Circular Quay. The SLRs were mounted on tripods on the terrace and pointed towards the harbour bridge and opera house. A perfect setting for testing out new cameras.

However, attached to the cameras were some pretty hefty lenses (600mm f/4 VR on the D3, from memory), and I'd challenge any camera not to look great under those circumstances, and of course, it did look fantastic.

Unfortunately, because the terrace was obviously dark, the cameras were mounted in tripods, and there were 150 other people trying to play, it was difficult to get a really good look at the cameras, but we saw enough to be convinced that these two models will do nothing to harm Nikon's reputation for excellence.

No pricing was available as this is not scheduled for release until November, but the D300 will come in at under $3k (expect street prices around $2900).

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Comparing Nikon D300 with Canon EOS 40D
31/08/2007 by paul
I thought I'd post a quick comparison of the specs of the new Canon 40D v Nikon D300 digital SLR cameras, recently announced. I've shown the 'winner' in ():

Resolution (MP): 10.1 v 12.3 (Nikon)
Sensor size: 22.2x14.8 v 23.6x15.8 (Nikon)
ISO: 100-3200 v 100-3200 (draw)
LCD viewer: 7.5cm v 7.5cm (poss. higher resolution on Nikon?)
AF points: 9 v 51 (err...Nikon?)
Burst: 6.5fps (70 shots max.) v 6fps or 8fps w/ battery grip or AC power (draw)
Viewfinder: 95% coverage v 100% coverage (Nikon)
Weight: 740g v 825g (Canon)
Availibility: Any time now v November (Canon)

We don't know what the price difference is going to be in Aus, yet (it doesn't always translate directly from US prices), but it's obvious that the Nikon is the better spec'd camera. That's not to say that the Canon is a bad camera, of course, and the Nikon is quite heavy in comparison. The 40D would be a good option if you want to save a few $$, aren't a weightlifter in your spare time and don't need 51-point AF. If you want the best camera in the mid- to high-prosumer range and you don't mind paying a bit more for it, the D300 is the way to go.

Australian prices for Nikon D300 will be available in October...delivery in November, according to Nikon. Canon 40D will be available from next week (early Sept.), hopefully, in body only and with 17-85mm IS lens [enthusiast] kit form.

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