Nikon D300 Specifications

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Model Name:	Nikon D300
Prices:
Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website
Predecessor:	Nikon D200 D200 vs D300
Successor:	Nikon D300S D300 vs D300S
General
Model Number:	D300
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	Pro SLR
Currently Manufactured:	No
Retail Price:	$1799.95
Street Price:
Date Available:	2007-11-15
Tripod Mount:	Yes
Weight:	29.1 oz (825 g)
Size:	5.8 x 4.5 x 2.9 in. (147 x 114 x 74 mm)
Waterproof:	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	CMOS
Sensor Manufacturer:
Effective Megapixels:	12.3
Sensor Format:	APS-C
Sensor size:	372.88mm² (23.60mm x 15.80mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	5.50 microns
Focal Length Multiplier:	1.5x
Aspect Ratio:	3:2
Color Filter Type:	RGBG
Anti Aliasing Filter:	Fixed
Self-Cleaning:	Yes
Sensor shift image stabilization:	No
On-Sensor Phase Detect:	No
DxO Sensor Score:	67
DxO Color Depth Score (bits):	22.1
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs):	12.0
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso):	679
Image Capture
Image Resolution:	4288 x 2848 (12.2 MP, Other), 3216 x 2136 (6.9 MP, Other), 2144 x 1424 (3.1 MP, Other)
Image File Format:	JPEG (EXIF 2.21), NEF (RAW), 12 or 14-bit
Continuous-mode frames/second:	6.1
Video Capture
Can take movies:	No
Movie Resolution:
Movie File Format:
Composite Video Out:	Yes
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video:	Yes
Video Usable as Viewfinder:	Yes
HD Video Out:	Yes
HD Video Connection:	HDMI

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	Nikon F
Lens:	n/a
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):
Focal Length (actual):
Zoom Ratio:
Aperture Range:
Integrated ND Filter:	No
Normal Focus Range:
Macro Focus Range:
Filter Thread:	n/a
Thread Type:	n/a
Optical Image Stabilization:	No
Digital Zoom:
Digital Zoom Values:
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	51 point (15 cross-type sensors) TTL phase detection with 3D focus tracking by Nikon Multi-CAM 3500DX
Auto Focus Assist Light?	Yes
Manual Focus:	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	Optical / LCD
Viewfinder Type:	SLR type; eye-level pentaprism, 100%, 0.94x, 19.5mm eyepoint, -2.0 to +1.0 diopter
Focus Peaking:	No
EVF Resolution:	n/a
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):	0.63x
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):	0.94x
Display
Eye-level Viewfinder:	Yes
Rear Display:	Yes
Rear Display Size (inches):	3.0
Rear Display Resolution:	921,600 dots
Touchscreen:	No
Articulating Screen:	No
Tilt Swivel Screen:	No
Selfie Screen:	No
Max Playback Zoom:	27.0x
Top Deck Display:	Yes

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):	3200
Minimum ISO (native):	200
ISO Settings:	200-3200, Lo-1=100, Hi-1=6400
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto, 7 manual modes with fine tuning, color temperature
Shutter Speed Range:	1/8000 - 30 sec
Bulb Mode:	Yes
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes:	3D Color Matrix Metering II, Center-weighted, Spot
Program Auto Exposure:	Yes
Aperture Priority:	Yes
Shutter Priority:	Yes
Full Manual Exposure:	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:
Self Timer:	2 to 20 seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):	Yes
High Resolution Composite:	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	Yes
Flash Modes:	Front-Curtain Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Red-Eye Reduction with Slow Sync, Slow Sync, and Rear-Curtain Sync; supports Advanced Wireless Lighting system
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	12.0 m / 39.4 ft.
Flash Range Description:	Lens dependent
Max Flash Sync:	1/250
Flash Exposure Compensation:	-3 to +1 EV in 0.3EV steps
External Flash Connection:	Hot Shoe, Sync Terminal
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	CF1 / CF2 / Microdrive
UHS Support:
Other Memory:
Dual Card Slots:	No
RAW Capture Support:	Yes
Uncompressed Format:	NEF (RAW), 12 or 14-bit
Movie File Format:
Included Memory:	No memory included
Included Memory Type:
Connectivity
Built-In Wi-Fi:	No
NFC:
Bluetooth:	No
Built-In GPS:	No
Microphone Jack:	No
Headphone Jack:	No
External Connections:	USB 2.0 High Speed
PictBridge Compliant:	Yes
DPOF Compliant:	Yes
Remote Control:	Yes
Remote Control Type:	Optional wired
Connections (extended):	HDMI Out, DC In, PC Sync, 10-pin Expansion Terminal

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):	0.39
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):	0.39
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames):	Unlimited
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot):
Camera penalizes early shutter press?	No
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution):	6.1
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):	37
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames):
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames):
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid):	0.23 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):
Shutter Lag (manual focus):	0.054 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):	0.28 seconds
Shutter Lag (prefocused):	0.057 seconds
Shutter Lag (notes):
Startup Time:	0.3 seconds
Play -> Record Time:	0.1 seconds
Flash cycle time, full power:	3.2 seconds
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):	1000 shots
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary EN-EL3e, optional MB-D10 battery pack
Usable Battery Types:	Lithium Ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	1 x Proprietary EN-EL3e Lithium Ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter):	Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger Included:	Yes
Internal Charging Supported:	No
Software
Included Software:	PictureProject CD-ROM
OS Compatibility:	Windows
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features: