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Even today, still a really nice camera
The Nikon D300 is, admittedly, outdated in some respects to the newest DSLR's. However, for someone going from a D80, like myself, who is looking for a significant upgrade in camera capability and who is on a budget it is a good choice. The step up is made easier using Program Priority mode which functions somewhat like Auto mode on consumer level cameras. This way the camera does most of the work and this is a pretty smart camera. I am still learning how the D300 works so I am not qualified to do an in depth review, but for someone who was really happy with their older D80 (it finally gave out on me after 13 years) this is one heck on a good camera.Read full review...
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: domaniacats_closet
Nikon D300 ........i real nice Camera
Being from the Old School Days...............I like Small and heavy duty equipment.
This camera is a true work horse.........and it take great photos. It's Nothing Plastic about it.
It's has weight of the Nikon top 3 cameras........plus it has a PC connector for studio flash system......which I like. You can shoot Black and white or shoot color, and do color correction within the camera system it self .
This is a Great Wedding Camera, Family Portraits Camera, Model Portfolio Camera, and General Use Camera......May Not be the Best Sport Action Camera......but it dose Okay in that Area.
Steve / Memphis. TN
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D300 can still be viable in 2022
The d300 is not the cutting edge technology it used to be, but it's still a camera that's more than capable of creating good images. It's autofocus system is still viable although nowhere near the AF of mirror flagships- but at 5% of the cost, it gives some serious bang for the buck. Well, at least if you're operating in good light.
The D300's 12 MP sensor will make you fill the frame, and it will definitely have you watching your ISO. This is not a low light camera, but it's a fun camera to shoot. It is well laid out and easy to adjust the settings. There's no need to go into the menu, most of the adjusting can be done through the various switches and buttons. The d300 is built like a tank. Even the shutter sounds strong and robust. This is a great camera to get on the cheap and play around with.
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Still a Great High-level Camera
I am an advanced, non-professional photographer on a budget and have used Nikons since the early 70s. I wanted to upgrade and selected the D300 because of its greatly enhanced focusing capabilities, 6400 ISO sensitivity (high enough for my needs), rugged build (magnesium, weather-sealed body), and an improved viewfinder with a 3" screen. It has a reputation as a workhorse camera that was state-of-the-art not many years ago and can now be purchased at a very reasonable price. I bought my D300 body with 7K actuations and all accessories for $275. It came looking like it was new! I also purchased a nice used MB-D10 battery grip.
Although a 12 megapixel sensor isn't that much by today's fast-moving technology and marketing standards, it produces photos with outstanding detail and color. I shoot mostly nature (birds, landscapes), race cars, various scenes of interest, and some macro work. I actually prefer the crop sensor (DX) over full frame (FX) because my collection of non-DX lenses gives me 1.5 times more reach, like pushing my 300mm telephoto out to 450mm. For wide-angles, my 18mm becomes 27mm and that works fine for me. I will never be enlarging to poster-size where one can see a loss of detail because of 12 megapixels or the crop sensor. And for those with DX lenses, this is a DX camera.
The D300 is a really rugged camera (a little heavy but I like that feel) loaded with professional features and versatility. If you're on a budget but want a terrific high-level camera, the D300 should make you happy. Just take your time to look for a fairly low shutter count, gently-used camera -- and ask questions. Hope this helps... Read full review...
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It's a classic
Even though Nikon no longer makes this camera, it has all of the features that I want and not a bunch of stuff that I don't want. It works flawlessly with my extensive collection of F mount lenses dating back to the 70's giving me focus confirmation on the manual focus ones. It's a convenient size and has built in flash. When you add the supplemental battery grip it is about the same size as my D1x and it will run on AA batteries, good in a pinch.Read full review...
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Superb camera in full use today
The D300 and 300S are benchmark cameras, still delivering quality images 10 years down the line. Easily maintained in top condition by regular cleaning of the sensor using the moist wipe kits available on eBay. All of the images included are captured with the 300 plus a Sigma 75-200mm f2.8-3.4 and a 300mm prime Sigma f2.8 APO DG HSM EX
Combined with various grips you can double the battery life and improve portrait shooting handling. The built in flash is very useful to have, but radical lighting is achieved with an external flash via the shoe, or by hooking to studio lighting. Don't be fooled by the constant need to grab for new tech... My 9 year old was trained on the D300 with grip, he finds it easy to use and has no problems with its ergonomics. Battery life is good and will keep the most snap happy going all day with the grip. NEF RAW files are incredibly good quality and lossless via photoshop or similar editing suite. It also records TIFF and 3 levels of JPEG, plus RAW/JPEG combined. great selection of exposure metering, focus types and shooting modes. Specific pre-settable modes can be stored for specific shooting requirements.
I still use this as a go to cropped camera over all of my more modern cameras, especially with long lenses. *****
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Great old workhorse
I purchased this for my old company to take product photos. It is a great camera. There are newer Nikons with greater performance but this one does excellent work that is completely adequate to make high resolution product photos. As a lightly used camera body it will have years of excellent performance ahead. The value is exceptional for the working life it has left when compared to brand new alternatives at 3 to 6 times the price.Read full review...
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Great solid radio with extensive capabilities
This is a great camera - for me, at least, it is the right weight. Feels heavy enough to have a sense of balance and solidity. Takes most lens out there except the newest AF-P lenses, and is feature rich. While not the "latest greatest," most of those features are not really needed.
Just as a heads-up, the one thing this camera does not have is video capability - so if that is important to you you will want to look elsewhere. For me, I have a separate video camera, so not an issue. I like having the camera be a camera, and the video camera be for video, but that's just me.
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Left Canon, Sold to Nikon, love this camera!
This is my first Nikon camera, I’ve been a solid Canon fan my whole life. But a friend had this camera and I couldn’t believe the difference in quality pictures he got vs what I was getting! So I was sold to Nikon after that! There’s a learning curve going from one brand to another, but it’s by no means hard to learn how to use it! I’m excited to get some more lenses for it and I’m going to need a heftier tripod that can hold it. I will say, it’s heavier than my canon rebel for sure, so it definitely needs a good sturdy tripod! Read full review...
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In a class of it's own. Well worth the investment.
Nikon D300 is an excellent choice for the camera buff that is looking for a little more than just the basic Digital SLR. I purchased the D300 after having been a D90 owner for more than two (2) years. The camera build is awesome and reminds me of my F3, F4s, F100, FM, FA, and other legacy Nikon film cameras. I am a guy, with larger hands and to me, it feels like a real camera from the past. The dials, buttons, and controls are laid out in a manner that makes changing settings easy. I would encourage potential purchasers to watch some of the videos that have been posted around the web by professional photographers that have been in the business for more than the last 10 years to hear their comments and reviews of the camera before purchasing.
In comparison with the Nikon D90 Digital SLR, there is not much difference when you first take a look at the camera but, when you delve into the controls and settings to configure the camera to suit you shooting habits you will find that there are items that are included on this body that were omitted from the famed D90. Do not get me wrong, I still am madly in love with my D90 but, the D300 has become the "Other Woman." I like having the ISO, White Balance and other controls at the touch of a button and not mixed with a lot of other settings. Having the ability to add my legacy manual focus lenses in a program and allowing me to shoot completely manual is a plus and a feature that is economically sound for me. I do not have to go out an purchase DX coded AF lenses to shoot some of my favorite lenses.
Both cameras are 12.3mp cameras and are very good at taking clean, crisp images. Since I shoot mostly RAW images, the advantage that the D90 has is that the cost of media is a lot less than the cost of media for the D300. In addition, being able to purchase larger sized media cards for less puts a plus in the column of the D90. In contrast, having the PC Sync port on the D300 is a plus over the D90 because I can simply use my hand held light meter, meter the scene and use my studio strobes via the PC Sync port. With the D90, I am back to using my Pocketwizards and doing a lot more calculations to get this shot that I am looking for from the D90.
All in all, I am very happy with both cameras and considering selling my D90 to purchase a second D300 as a backup camera. Either camera will serve the purpose of the up and coming professional or the advanced hobbits. Best of luck to you with your choice and keep shooting.Read full review...