The rugged D300S' hallmarks include versatility, speed, agility and exceptional image quality. Versatility is its 12.3 megapixel, DX format CMOS image sensor, with Nikon EXPEED image processing that captures stunning low noise stills and extraordinary 24 fps, 720p HD video with sound. Speed is split second startup and continuous shooting at nearly 7 fps 8 fps when using the optional MB D10 grip, this extends shooting capacity and makes shooting more at ease. Accurate image review, Live View shooting and Menus come alive at a 3 inch tempered glass protected, 920k dot LCD monitor, while image quality is bolstered by way of 51 area AF system and Nikon's 1,005 pixel RGB exposure sensor, in concert with the newly accelerated Scene Recognition System technology that increases exposure and AF accuracy, improves white balance detection, and much more. Photographers have preferences, along with D300S offers choices including Picture Control, Center Weighted and Spot Metering, user assignable CompactFlash and Sdcard slots and an external stereo microphone input. Included is Nikon ViewNX software ready to process rich 14 bit NEF (RAW) or JPEG files. For much more editing power, optional Capture NX 2, with U Point technology, safeguards image quality and speeds workflow. The D300S' pro level performance, paired with world famous Nikkor lenses, was engineered to exceed the expectations of demanding photographers.

Nikon D300s Highlights

12.3 megapixel DX format CMOS Image Sensor
Delivers stunning hi res, low noise images with striking detail and tonal gradation.

Continuous Shooting roughly 7 fps
High speed shooting and fast fact is important to versatile performance in a very wide variety of shooting disciplines.

Nikon EXPEED Image Processing
Drives breathtakingly rich image fidelity, low noise and fast image processing.

D Movie HD Video
Capture cinematic 24 fps, 720p HD movie clips, enhanced by Nikkor interchangeable lens quality and versatility—featuring stereo Mic input and AF

One button Live View
Handheld and Tripod Live View modes, activated with one button, for challenging studio and remote shooting conditions.

3 inch Super density 920,000 dot VGA LCD Monitor
Every monitor is factory calibrated to make sure accurate color for critical still image review and Live View or D Movie shooting.

Low Noise ISO Sensitivity from 200 to 3200
Additional expanded ISO settings of Lo 1 (ISO 100 equivalent) and Hi 1 (ISO 6400 equivalent) extend versatility to complement shooting requirements.

Fast, Accurate 51 point Autofocus
Features 4 Dynamic AF modes including 3D Focus Tracking for precise autofocus and razor sharp images.

1,005 Pixel 3D Color Matrix Metering II
Nikon's unique RGB metering is the only sensor that also evaluates color information when determining exposures with remarkable accuracy.

Scene Recognition System
Referencing an onboard image database and teamed with RGB metering, SRS enables a lot more sophisticated resolution of exposures and auto white balance, besides faster, more accurate autofocus.

Dual storage device slots (CF and SD)
Assign card functions originating from a variety of storage options, optimizing available memory and file handling.

Dynamic Integrated Dust Reduction System
Ultrasonic process combats the accumulation of dust while you're watching image sensor, safeguarding image quality.

Picture Control
Select from 4 preset image capture preferences (Standard, Neutral, Vivid and Monochrome, plus 9 user customizable settings) controlling Sharpening, Contrast, Brightness, Saturation and Hue.

Nikon's Active D Lighting
Optimizes shadow and highlight detail in solid time selectable values and 5 frame ADL bracketing offer complete control.

In Camera Image Editing
Exclusive in camera image editing, featuring Edit move, D Lighting, Image Overlay, Monochrome, NEF (RAW) processing plus more !.

Rugged and Durable
The strength and precision of magnesium alloy construction with advanced dust and moisture countermeasures is teamed which includes a shutter mechanism test to beyond 150,000 cycles for real world reliability.

100% Viewfinder Accuracy

Virtual Horizon Graphic Level Indicator

Up to 950 shots per EN EL3e battery charge
Shoot a large amount of 2,950 shots in the body's EN EL3e battery installed and then the optional MB D10 Multi Power Battery power using an EN EL4a Rechargeable Li ion Battery.
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