Nikon D300 (Body Only) Reviews: Digital SLR Camera

+ Very fast RAW storage , ability to obtain great exposures with light and dark images in the same picture, exposures using high ISO rating are fantastic .. who needs a flash ?

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+ Fantastic camera with many features ,suberb build quality, and great image quality, this camera is not for the amatuer user, only if you want to learn more serious photography,creative possibilies are endless, be warned the manual is thicker than normal.
Look at the specifications for details, mine came with nikon capture nx as well, price may seem expensive but what you get is one mighty camera.

- Cant think of any, except a hdmi lead included in the box would have been nice.

+ Beautifully built, robust, very well layed out, great image quality, easy-to-use menu system, excellent display, very "clean" images at high ISO.

- Capture NX, Nikon's image manipulation software, is not included - demo copy only.

+ An amazing camera, though, as yet, I have not had chance to use it fully. Its functions are many and its level of automation spectacular. With this level of sophstication one cannot, with th best will in the world describe the camera as being very easy to use: though every effort has been made to make it so. All important controls are to hand without the need to delve into menus.

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+ Have great quality image and very good building quality. Complete, extremely versatile and it can be configure in many ways. It is the best choice in its segment.

- It is complex to operate initially. However after getting familiar with it, the camera is a lot simple than a first sight.

+ Not a newbie to Nikon SLRs having owned a D100 and D70 in the past, the D300 had to have something over the 2 cameras and sure enough it had- the manual was twice as thick and features too many to mention but the most impt. thing was the sharper and better images from the improved focussing system that came out of the camera. If you can afford it, go for it. coupled with good glass and your imagination, you are away.

- Not any I can think of

+ The exposure is just perfects, it nails any kind of scenario without problems in Matrix. Fast autofocus and 100% viewfinder. For the first time ever, a camera body that makes the difference in taking pictures. I passed from a D80 to the D300, skipping the 'fully-cool-feature-loaded-D90': if you don't care about movie and fancy stuff, and if you want a camera to take only pictures, but great pictures, get the D300 instead, it's really really worth the extra money.

- Only few buttons are customizable, many others could be (it's a firmware thing, no?) but this doesn't compromise the ergonomy of the camera...

+ Better image quality than my D2X. More professional like sealing than a D200 so usable in most weather conditions.

- Don't like the large rubber covers for flash socket, USB connector etc., prefered the old style screw in caps of previous Nikons.

+ Fantastic image quality and noticeably better than the D200 in the way it handles colour saturation and highlights. Still has the normal superb Nikon build but add several features like the amazing screen, live view and 51 point focusing.

- With so many functions and settings (the manual is over 400 pages!) you need to know how to use a camera to get the best from the D300.

+ A significant upgrade from the D70 for me, far better metering and exposure control, far better real-life frames per second (as opposed to 'on paper'), so far I haven't really found anything to grumble about.

- The supplied strap feels cheap an inadequate - I'll get an after-market replacement. Overall price reflects novelty value at the moment as this is currently the semi-pro camera to beat, and really needs to come down another hundred.

+ Very solid piece of kit.

- Should be issued with a video not a 400 page book......lots of tweeking to remember.

+ Most features can be accessed from the camera without going to the menu that makes it quicker to change a setting while using the camera. Other good features is the zoom option and the high definition connection to the TV or computer

- No bad points so far

+ Exceptional image colour, sharpness and quality.
Extremely sensitive and fast autofocus.
Impressive customisable options and superb range of lenses and accessories available.
Perfect build quality and ease of use.
Every photographer's need has been thought of and catered for.

- Literally none.

+ It brings the world of the professional photographer to an affordable level

- When fitted with theMB10 battery pack and grip,it is very easy to trigger the shutter unintentionally whilst hanging fron neck strap

+ Outstanding digital SLR camera, Nikon have evolved their digital cameras over recent years, and although they were lagging behind a few years ago, they are now the market leaders, above all else. This camera produces a stunning image in all conditions. Highly recommended.

- Battery life could be improved.

+ The idea that the D300 is a progression from the D200 is misleading. certainly it has much the same looks, but inside it is based on the new D3 and this is reflected in the all important image quality. Improved features abound, such as the 51-spot focus system, designed to better all previous products. If the D400 follows this trend I'll be tempted to upgrade every 2 years!

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+ Probably the best camera Nikon have produced.

- Have not found any bad points yet

+ Handling of light in both low and high lighting situations is great. It's a good sized camera so easily handled. Features found on it are suitable for professionals/semi-pro's. Quality bit of kit.

- No bad points regarding camera - only the strap is the most uncomfortable I've ever come accross!

+ Image quality,
Ergonomics,
LCD post shot review,
Menu easy to use

- Useless mirror lock up - no auto timer delay with it but one second exposure delay hidden in menu, not good enough,
No permanent iso display,
Active D lighting not as effective as the one on Nikon Coolpix

+ The camera was alot better than I could have hoped for. The whole is just quality.

- Nothing I can think of apart from having to pay for it.

+ Lots of gadgets and high quality images

- A complex camera and have yet to try manual options. It is heavier than my previous Nikon. The 18 -200 mm lens is an excellent all rounder.

+ This is the best amateur camaera on the market. Full stop. If you can afford it, buy it, simple. This camera does exactly what it should and lets you take photographs quickly and easily. It won't make you a better photographer, no camera does that, but it captures what you point it at. Nikon build quality goes without saying.
If you want something less expensive buy the D40 which is also a great camera for the money.

- None, it really is that good.

+ Fast AF, excellent image quality, solid build. A worthwhile upgrade from the D80 I had previously.

- Not particularly "bad points" just a couple of observations really. If you're new to Nikon the menu system may take a little getting used to and the camera is also a little on the heavy side, you may not want to lug it around all day for casual shooting !

+ Amazing image quality, easy to operate and packed with loads of useful features. the build quality is fantastic.
The d300 is the best camera i've ever owned.

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+ Ease of use, size and feel of the body, features

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+ New Features and AF points

- Pink and magenta skin tone, inconsistent. Underexposure at low light (mine does). Shutter sound very loud. Low Iso noise.

+ Having returned to digital photography after several years absence I found the D300 a very logical piece of equipment to be up to date with.

- No cable release on shutter, though there is a ten pin socket on the side of the camera

+ Excellent camera. Great build quality, one of the best aps camera's on the market today. Full of features and a 100% view in the viewfinder. Highly recommended.

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+ Fantastic image quality straight out of camera. Handling is so intuitive as expected for a nikon and focusing is quick and accurate. Colours, dynamic range and noise are excellent. Using this camera with top glass gives stunning results

- Still a little overpriced (I paid £1000), although SO glad I bought it!!!

+ Read the reviews, see the film, buy the book... it is all true... this is the best digi slr currently available except perhaps the D3 but for most of us that is just plain silly
I work as a wedding photographer and this camera knocks spots off my old Canon 30D, the quality of my photos are instantly better without adjustment. I often use iso 1600 now as it really is good on this camera.

- Got the 16-85mm lens as well... Top quality optics but slower to focus on the D300 than I'm used to

+ Phenomenal camera - great value for money. Impossible to take a bad picture with this camera. Having used Canon's 5D in my opinion this produces better results. I use the VR 18-200mm lens with it which is perfect 95% of the time. Super responsive camera, ergonomincal styling which produces sharp, vivid pictures and even at high ISO the noise isn't bad. Very easy to use. Highly recommended!

- haven't found any yet

+ The camera just feels right; it fits one's hands perfectly, and feels realy balanced. The large LCD screen makes viewing easy, even in bright light. The focusing is as near perfect as i've ever seen, and the build quality is really good, as I would expect from Nikon.

- Can't think of any!

+ Read the user guide, which is very well written and takes a couple of hours, and you'll know everything there is to know about this camera, including some good tips.

- It's a good build quality, but perhaps not that of the Nikkon of old...

+ It is just excellent

- A bit on the heavy side

+ sturdy build and great features

- not found any yet apart from flash sync port. My lead seemed to be a bit loose in it. apart from that, not much to complain about

+ Excellent picture quality
Ease of use
6fps shooting increased to 8fps with accessory pack

- ISO 200 lowest range

+ A wonderful camera with all the features (and more) than I require.

- Complex to use unless one is fairly expert.
Lack of compatibility with many older Nickon lenses - I have several which are unusable with this camera.

+ Great price for a great camera

- No obvious begatives.

+ Excellent build and image quality. Controls well placed, except as below.

- Focus mode selector switch placed where the left hand grips the camera and frequently knocked into the manual position by mistake.

+ good positioning of selection /mode buttons bright viewfinder total control of iso speeds colours excellent menu large view screen and lots more

- more bulky than previous cameras

+ Anothe excellent NIKON camera after the D200. Improved and faster than before.

- White Balance in Auto still doesn't nail the picture.

+ difficult to imagine how it could be better

- no infrared connection for remote triggering - it may be there but I haven't found it

+ Exceptional image quality. Intuitive menus.

- None I can comment

+ Excellent features and performance.

- No glaring bad points.

+ eccellent features, ease of handling

- -as amateur, so its a big budget just to go for the passion of the new camera

+ the whole camera

- sensor dust cleaning weak

+ High iso performance is excellent. Build quality is second to none

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+ Another winner from Nikon. Great features, good build quality, and at last a self cleaning sensor.

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+ ease of use, ability to "push" "film speed", stunning picture quality, 420 page manual.

- weight!

+ Everything

- Nothing

+ excellent quality, layout and build.

- a bit heavy after a long day

+ Great camera, great pictures, and great features. Definitely recommended.

- So many options to look into and learn!

+ quality of image

- weight

+ Fantastic camera for the enthusiast

- Don't buy if you just want to point and shoot;

+ live view, 12.3 mp, 51 point focus, active d lighting, battery life. Just a brilliant camera with so many features

- none that will bother you too much.

+ Excellent build quality and feature set.
Takes great photos with all of my lenses
Buttons for all of the essentials - no delving into menus
Customizable menus for frequently used other options
Good higher ISO picture quality

- Maybe a little intimidating for inexperienced users.
Exposes the cheaper lenses faults
The high pixel count is unforgiving of bad technique with regards to camera shake

+ Good build quality and photo quality is excellent.

- A bit expensive compared to Canon counterpart. HD video recording is missing.

+ As good as all the reviews have said.

- It not a D3.

+ Fantastic LCD, great image quality and huge potential for customisation.

- Auto-ISO stays active in manual mode, doesn't support infra-red remote shutter trigger

+ fast Autofocus, large lcd screen

- nothing so far. 400 page manual is a bit of a read

+ Awesome Camera with very little it cannot do

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+ As expected, being of the better range of Nikon cameras, it's top quality. The D300 allows easy and quick access to all settings. Picture quality is very good when using a good lens. The little build-in flash is a great little addition which helps a lot when the hot shoe flash isn't available doing the quick point & shoot. Get one and see yourself.

- Price - but I might even complain if it would be for free.

+ Ergonomics, features, build and image quality. Low light performance also excellent

- price, but you get what you pay for

+ Fantastic build quality and superb photo quality. Really good LCD screen and very little noise at high ISOs. Not hard to use if you are familiar with the D200. Few changes to controls and layout. At last Nikon have replaced the pull off port covers with rubber covers permanently attached to the body. Big improvement!

- Setting auto bracketting is a pain but who needs it if you take in RAW and process in Photoshop?

+ Its brilliant, easy to use when you are used to it, and very versitile

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+ Camera is well balanced but can be improved by fitting a battery grip which makes using the camera in the portrait mode so much easier because the additional controls on the battery grip enable are in the correct position for shooting in that mode.
Metering system offers exceptional control over the image being taken as does the facility to auto bracket exposures in a number of modes.

- Not a good camera for a new person entering the DSLR sector as the features are far more comprehensive than a point & shoot person would require

+ top quality pro camera

- quite heavy

+ A huge improvement over the D100. Much easier to use menus. Build quality. Image quality.

- I have not found any yet

+ The build quality is superb, as is the camera body's ergonomics. I like the large LCD display and the sensible control button layout at the rear. The degree to which the camera can be customised is very impressive, bewilderingly so. The 100% viewfinder is a boon.

- The positioning of the focus mode selector on the front left hand side of the lens mount is sometimes liable to be accidentally changed during handling. The dioptre correction wheel would be better sited on the right hand side of the pentaprism mount as with the D700, not partly shrouded by the eyecup. The menus can be confusing but perhaps less so with use. I'm a little concerned with the longevity of the rubber connector cover on the left hand side of the body.

+ DIRECT BUTTON ACCESS TO MAIN PICTURE TAKING SETTINGS, I.S.O., W.B., QUALITY., SHOOTING MODE,. BRACKETING,. D of F PREVIEW,. EXP: COMP: ETC......... NO SILLY "PIC-MODE" DIAL. GOOD HANDLING, BUILD QUALITY, FAST. SUPERB SHUTTER BUTTON. NO GIMMICKY FRILLS. CAN'T BE A BETTER DSLR BODY WITHOUT GOING TO FULL FRAME.......BUT

- I PUT MY NIKKOR AF-S 18-70mm f3.5-f4.5 G IF ED DX LENS ON D300 AND THE IMAGE QUALITY IS NO BETTER THAN WHEN USED ON A NIKON D60..... THE LENS IS VERY CONSISTANT AT ALL APERTURES AT ALL FOCAL LENGTHS, IN FACT I PREFER THE RESULTS ON THE D60!!! MAYBE I SHOULD SPEND AS MUCH ON A LENS AS ON THE CAMERA, AS THE OLD SAYING GOES....AH WELL.. DOES ANYONE WANT TO BUY A LITTLE USED D300.. I'LL KEEP THE D60!!!

+ It would be an excellent camera if the focussing was reliable.

- Unreliable focusing. Extremely slow customer services from Simply Electronics.

+ Amazing camera. Taken 12000+ photos in 4 months :) Built like a tank and weatherproof seals which is a bonus.

- Even though it states 6 frames per second the maximum I can get that speed for is for 21 frames...so that's 3 1/2 seconds...it then slows down to a couple frames per second.

+ I have upgraded to a D300 from a D70 after a number of years good service. I had looked at the D90 as well, but chose the older D300 as it had more autofocus options, quicker frame rate and more solid construction. After just returning from holiday with around 6000 photos - I am happy that I made the decision and am looking forward to more serious use.

- Compared to the D70 it is in another league - soo nothing to compare about.

+ none

- does not come with the hd lead for the lcd screen and remote shutter relese.

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- Live view is a huge plus but needs develolping further as it can be frustrating to use in many circumstances

+ perfect shots with all the adjustments if you wish

- a plain strap looks better than the one that comes with the camera