Nikon D300s review

The latest 12 megapixel DSLR snapper from Nikon

Our Score 4.5

Last reviewed: 2009-08-18August 18th 2009

Digital SLRs/Hybrids Review

Price at launch	£1,500.00
Product Type	Digital SLR Camera
Battery Size Supported	Proprietary Battery Size
Maximum Video Resolution	1280 x 720
Effective Camera Resolution	12.3 Megapixel
USB	Yes
Wide Angle	No
Product Family	D
Image Stabilization	Optical
Brand Name	Nikon
Screen Size	7.6 cm (3")
Video Formats	Motion JPEG (AVI)
Viewfinder Type	SLR
Weight (Approximate)	840.0 g
Minimum Focus Distance	380 mm
Maximum Image Resolution	4288 x 2848
Maximum Frame Rate	24 fps
Number of Batteries Supported	1
Battery Built-in	No
Battery Rechargeable	Yes
Battery Included	Yes
Display Screen Type	LCD
Total Camera Resolution	13.1 Megapixel
HDMI	Yes
Camera Assembly	Body Only
Memory Card Supported	CompactFlash (CF) Card, Secure Digital (SD) Card, Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Card
Height	114.0 mm
Width	147.0 mm
Depth	74.0 mm
Autofocus Points	51
Product Series	D
Image Formats	JPEG, RAW, TIFF
Flash Modes	Red-eye Reduction
Focus Modes	Auto, Manual
Manufacturer	Nikon Corporation
Product Model	D300S
Product Name	D300S Digital SLR Camera
Manufacturer Part Number	VBA260AE
Manufacturer Website Address	www.nikon.co.uk
Marketing Information	The D300S is a compact DX format professional SLR that extends the options for photographers who value creative flexibility. Incorporates Nikon's D-movie with in-camera editing function into a discrete body, letting you switch quickly between capturing superior stills or movie clips in stereo sound. Protected by a tough, yet light, environmentally-sealed magnesium alloy body, the D300S will change the way you approach the craft of photography.
Package Contents	D300s Digital SLR Camera Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Quick Charger Eyepiece Cap Rubber Eyecup USB Cable Audio Video Cable Camera Strap LCD Monitor Cover Body Cap Accessory Shoe Cover Software Suite CD-ROM
Display Resolution	920000 Pixel
Standard Warranty	1 Year Limited