Nikon D300

Résumé : The Nikon D300 is the LONG awaited successor to the D200, which was introduced way back in 2005. This upgrade isn't evolutionary by any stretch of the imagination -- it's a totally new camera. Here are the most significant new features:

Points forts : Excellent photo quality (after some setting tweaks) ; Better high ISO performance than the 40D, A700 ; Built like a brick (though see issue below) ; Live view on a stunning, ultra-sharp 3-inch LCD display ; Dust reduction system ; Dedicated AF-assist ...

Points faibles : Images are soft at default settings ; camera tends to overexpose ; Battery grip (and proper battery configuration) required for 8 fps continuous shooting ; No exposure preview, live histogram, or self-timer in live view mode ; Sluggish contrast detect ...

Conclusion : If you buy either of the lens kits, then you're ready to go right away. If you didn't, then you should know that you can attach nearly any F-mount Nikkor lens in existence. There is a 1.5X focal length conversion ratio here, so a 50 mm lens will have ...

Résumé : There are a lot of great cameras on the market, but the D300 more than any of them is designed for the serious photographer. The bottom line is this: If you need a great digital SLR camera and the price is no issue, the Nikon D300 will exceed your ...

Résumé : In the D300, Nikon have created a worthy successor to the widely respected D200 professional Digital SLR camera. Wisely retaining the most valued features of its predecessor, such as the weather-sealed metal chassis and extensively backward-compatible ...

Conclusion : The top of the camera also accommodates the serviceable if limited popup flash unit, which can function as a controller for Nikon's Creative Lighting System external flash units when these are available. The limitations of the flash aren't as severe ...

Résumé : Nikon has started 2008 with a brace of 12-megapixel DSLRs; the pro-spec D3 and this, the D300, for the semi-pro and enthusiast markets

Points forts : Handling and build quality, high ISO performance range of features and overrides, focusing and metering performance

Points faibles : Price (for some, but not me and I'm poorer than a church mouse), weight, some switchgear could be better

Conclusion : Every now and again, a camera comes along that redefines the market it serves. The D300 is just such a camera. It is a superb piece of kit that never fails to impress. While some may find the £1300 body only price tag hefty, I can only wonder how ...

Résumé : The D300 from Nikon updates the successful D200 design with a new 12.3-megapixel sensor, improved auto focus, and a 3-inch LCD with razor-sharp , 921,000-pixel resolution for $1799 (lens not included). This camera is aimed at the serious amateur and ...

Conclusion : The D300 camera body is evidence of its serious nature. Festooned with buttons, the complex play of dials, switches and controls will be off-putting to the uninitiated. It's also a large, quite heavy camera (1.82 lbs/ 825 grams), built with robust ...