Nikon D300S DSLR Camera Review and Best Prices

Nikon D300S 12.3 MP CMOS Sensor with 3-Inch One Button Live View LCD

Nikon D300S is one of Nikon DSLR Camera which has been released in July 2009. The D300S equipped with the ability to create full 720p HD video. This Nikon’s DSLR camera designed for today’s generation of creative image makers who want to combine brilliant stills in photography with the creative potential of video capture. In HD video mode, D300S comprehensively extend DSLR HD movie capture by adding external stereo sound input, autofocus capability and premieres in-camera movie editing.

Nikon D300S DSLR has swift and accurate autofocus, no shutter lag to speak of, and quick continuous shooting. The 51-point AF system sounds like overkill but in practice effectively track erratically-moving subjects without compromising the view. The D300S is certainly a confident camera for sports and action photography. The D300S delivers a true 7 fps burst rate, very good color accuracy, and low image noise when shooting in bright light, though noise is more pronounced than other models when shooting long exposures. Image sharpness is good, and chromatic aberration is very well controlled. Dynamic range is fine at low ISOs, though it drops off substantially when shooting at ISO 800 and above.

Nikon D300S Features Summary

12.3 MP CMOS sensor delivers stunning high resolution, low-noise images with striking detail and tonal gradation
Capture striking 24 fps, 720p HD movie clips, enhanced by NIKKOR interchangeable lens quality and versatility
3-inch Super-density 921,000-dot VGA LCD Monitor
Features 4 Dynamic AF modes including 3D Focus Tracking for precise autofocus and razor sharp images
1,005-Pixel 3D Color Matrix Metering II, the only sensor that also evaluates color information when determining exposures with remarkable accuracy
Scene Recognition System enables even more sophisticated determination of exposures and auto white balance, along with faster, more accurate autofocus
Dust Reduction System combats the accumulation of dust in front of the image sensor, safeguarding image quality
D-Lighting System optimizes shadow and highlight detail in real time
Media storage : SD/SDHC memory card
Power : EN-EL3e Lithium-ion Battery with 950 shots battery life