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The Nikon D300 and the Nikon D300S are two enthusiast cameras that were announced, respectively, in August 2007 and July 2009. Both are DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) cameras that are equipped with an APS-C sensor. Both cameras offer a resolution of 12.2 megapixels. Show Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison. Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Nikon D300 and the Nikon D300S? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers. Body comparisonThe side-by-side display below illustrates the physical size and weight of the Nikon D300 and the Nikon D300S. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive views from the front, the top, and the rear side are shown. All width, height and depth dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter. If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Nikon D300 and the Nikon D300S are of equal size. However, the D300S is slightly heavier (1 percent) than the D300. In this context, it is worth noting that both cameras are splash and dust-proof and can, hence, be used in inclement weather conditions or harsh environments. The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete since they do not consider the interchangeable lenses that both of these cameras require. In this particular case, both cameras feature the same lens mount, so that they can use the same lenses. You can compare the optics available in the Nikon Lens Catalog. The table below summarizes the key physical specs of the two cameras alongside a broader set of comparators. In case you want to display and compare another camera duo, you can use the CAM-parator app to select your camera combination among a large number of options. Body Specifications Camera Model Camera Width Camera Height Camera Depth Camera Weight Battery Life Weather Sealing Camera Launch Launch Price (USD) Street Price 1. Nikon D300 147 mm 114 mm 74 mm 925 g 1000 Y Aug 2007 1,799ebay.com2. Nikon D300S 147 mm 115 mm 81 mm 938 g 950 Y Jul 2009 1,799ebay.com3. Nikon D500 147 mm 115 mm 81 mm 860 g 1240 Y Jan 2016 1,999 amazon.com4. Nikon D7000 132 mm 105 mm 77 mm 780 g 1050 Y Sep 2010 1,499ebay.com5. Nikon D60 126 mm 94 mm 64 mm 522 g 500 n Jan 2008 629ebay.com6. Nikon D90 132 mm 103 mm 77 mm 703 g 850 n Aug 2008 1,299ebay.com7. Nikon D700 147 mm 123 mm 77 mm 1074 g 1000 Y Jul 2008 2,999ebay.com8. Nikon D3 160 mm 157 mm 88 mm 1300 g 4300 Y Aug 2007 4,999ebay.com9. Nikon D2Xs 158 mm 150 mm 86 mm 1252 g 3800 Y Jun 2006 4,699ebay.com10. Nikon D200 147 mm 113 mm 74 mm 920 g 400 Y Nov 2005 1,699ebay.com11. Olympus E-3 142 mm 116 mm 75 mm 876 g 750 Y Oct 2007 1,699ebay.com Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
Any camera decision will obviously take relative prices into account. The listed launch prices provide an indication of the market segment that the manufacturer of the cameras have been targeting. The two cameras under review were launched at the same price and fall into the same market segment. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down. Then, after the new model is out, very good deals can frequently be found on the pre-owned market. Sensor comparisonThe size of the imaging sensor is a crucial determinant of image quality. All other things equal, a large sensor will have larger individual pixel-units that offer better low-light sensitivity, wider , and richer than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Moreover, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more control over in the image and, thus, the ability to better isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be associated with larger, more expensive camera bodies and lenses. Both cameras under consideration feature an APS-C sensor and have a format factor (sometimes also referred to as "crop factor") of 1.5. Within the spectrum of camera sensors, this places the review cameras among the medium-sized sensor cameras that aim to strike a balance between image quality and portability. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2. The two cameras under review do not only share the same sensor size, but also offer an identical resolution of 12.2 megapixels. This similarity in sensor specs implies that both the D300 and the D300S have the same pixel density, as well as the same pixel size. It should, however, be noted that the D300S is a somewhat more recent model (by 1 year and 11 months) than the D300, and its sensor might have benefitted from technological advances during this time. The Nikon D300 has a native sensitivity range from ISO 200 to ISO 3200, which can be extended to ISO 100-6400. The Nikon D300S offers exactly the same ISO settings. Technology-wise, both cameras are equipped with CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensors. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras. Consistent information on actual sensor performance is available from DXO Mark for many cameras. This service is based on lab testing and assigns an overall score to each camera sensor, as well as ratings for dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), color depth ("DXO Portrait"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"). The Overall DXO ratings for the two cameras under consideration are close, suggesting that they provide similar imaging performance. The following table provides an overview of the physical sensor characteristics, as well as the sensor quality measurements for a selection of comparators. Sensor Characteristics Camera Model Sensor Class Resolution (MP) Horiz. Pixels Vert. Pixels Video Format DXO Portrait DXO Landscape DXO Sports DXO Overall 1. Nikon D300 APS-C 12.2 4288 2848none22.112.0679672. Nikon D300S APS-C 12.2 4288 2848720/24p22.512.2787703. Nikon D500 APS-C 20.7 5568 37124K/30p24.014.01324834. Nikon D7000 APS-C 16.1 4928 32641080/24p23.513.91167805. Nikon D60 APS-C 10.0 3872 2592none22.511.4562656. Nikon D90 APS-C 12.2 4288 2848720/24p22.712.5977737. Nikon D700 Full Frame 12.1 4256 2832none23.512.22303808. Nikon D3 Full Frame 12.1 4256 2832none23.512.22290819. Nikon D2Xs APS-C 12.2 4288 2848none22.210.94895910. Nikon D200 APS-C 10.0 3872 2592none22.311.55836411. Olympus E-3 Four Thirds 10.0 3648 2736none21.610.557156
Many modern cameras cannot only take still pictures, but also record videos. The D300S indeed provides for movie recording, while the D300 does not. The highest resolution format that the D300S can use is 720/24p. Feature comparisonApart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a variety of features. The D300 and the D300S are similar in the sense that both have an optical viewfinder. The latter is useful for getting a clear image for framing even in brightly lit environments. The viewfinders of both cameras offer the same field of view (100%), as well as the same magnification (0.63x). The following table reports on some other key feature differences and similarities of the Nikon D300, the Nikon D300S, and comparable cameras. Core Features Camera Model Viewfinder (Type or 000 dots) Control Panel (yes/no) LCD Specifications (inch/000 dots) LCD Attach- ment Touch Screen (yes/no) Max Shutter Speed * Max Shutter Flaps * Built-in Flash (yes/no) Built-in Image Stab 1. Nikon D300optical Y3.0 / 922 fixed n 1/8000s 6.0/s Y n 2. Nikon D300Soptical Y3.0 / 920 fixed n 1/8000s 7.0/s Y n 3. Nikon D500optical Y3.2 / 2359 tilting Y 1/8000s 10.0/s n n 4. Nikon D7000optical Y3.0 / 921 fixed n 1/8000s 6.0/s Y n 5. Nikon D60optical n2.5 / 230 fixed n 1/4000s 3.0/s Y n 6. Nikon D90optical Y3.0 / 920 fixed n 1/4000s 4.5/s Y n 7. Nikon D700optical Y3.0 / 922 fixed n 1/8000s 8.0/s Y n 8. Nikon D3optical Y3.0 / 922 fixed n 1/8000s 11.0/s n n 9. Nikon D2Xsoptical Y2.5 / 230 fixed n 1/8000s 5.0/s n n 10. Nikon D200optical Y2.5 / 230 fixed n 1/8000s 5.0/s Y n 11. Olympus E-3optical Y2.5 / 230 swivel n 1/8000s 5.0/s Y Y Notes: *) Information refers to the mechanical shutter, unless the camera only has an electronic one.
The Nikon D300 and the Nikon D300S both have an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software. The D300 writes its imaging data to Compact Flash cards, while the D300S uses Compact Flash or SDXC cards. The D300S features dual card slots, which can be very useful in case a memory card fails. In contrast, the D300 only has one slot. Connectivity comparisonFor some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Nikon D300 and Nikon D300S and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer. Input-Output Connections Camera Model Hotshoe Port Internal Mic / Speaker Microphone Port Headphone Port HDMI Port USB Port WiFi Support NFC Support Bluetooth Support 1. Nikon D300Y- / ---mini2.0- 2. Nikon D300SYstereo / monoY-mini2.0- 3. Nikon D500Ystereo / monoYYmini3.0YYY 4. Nikon D7000Ymono / monoY-mini2.0- 5. Nikon D60Y- / ----2.0- 6. Nikon D90Ymono / mono--mini2.0- 7. Nikon D700Y- / ---mini2.0- 8. Nikon D3Y- / ---mini2.0- 9. Nikon D2XsY- / ----2.0- 10. Nikon D200Y- / --2.0- 11. Olympus E-3Y- / --2.0-
Both cameras feature a PC Sync terminal to control professional strobe lights, which will be appreciated by studio photographers. Both the D300 and the D300S have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on ebay. The D300 was replaced by the Nikon D300S, while the D300S was followed by the Nikon D500. Further information on the features and operation of the D300 and D300S can be found, respectively, in the Nikon D300 Manual (free pdf) or the online Nikon D300S Manual. Review summarySo what is the bottom line? Is the Nikon D300 better than the Nikon D300S or vice versa? Below is a summary of the relative strengths of each of the two contestants. Arguments in favor of the Nikon D300:
Reasons to prefer the Nikon D300S:
If the number of relative strengths (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the D300S emerges as the winner of the match-up (4 : 1 points). However, the pertinence of the various camera strengths will differ across photographers, so that you might want to weigh individual camera traits according to their importance for your own imaging needs before making a camera decision. A professional wildlife photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a family photog, and a person interested in architecture has distinct needs from a sports shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one. D300 01:04 D300S How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Nikon D300 and the Nikon D300S place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best DSLR Camera listing whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop. In any case, while the specs-based evaluation of cameras can be instructive in revealing their potential as photographic tools, it remains incomplete and does no justice, for example, to the way the D300 or the D300S perform in practice. At times, user reviews, such as those published at amazon, address these issues in a useful manner, but such feedback is on many occasions incomplete, inconsistent, and unreliable. Expert reviewsThis is why expert reviews are important. The adjacent summary-table relays the overall verdicts of several of the most popular camera review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice. Expert Camera Reviews Camera Model AP score CL score DCW score DPR score EPZ score PB score Camera Launch Launch Price (USD) Street Price 1. Nikon D300..+ +..+ +5/54.5/5 Aug 2007 1,799ebay.com 2. Nikon D300S5/5+ +..82/1004/54.5/5 Jul 2009 1,799ebay.com 3. Nikon D5005/5+ +4.7/591/1004.5/55/5 Jan 2016 1,999 amazon.com 4. Nikon D70004/5....80/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2010 1,499ebay.com 5. Nikon D60..80/100..+ +4/54.5/5 Jan 2008 629ebay.com 6. Nikon D90..+ +..+ +4/54.5/5 Aug 2008 1,299ebay.com 7. Nikon D700..89/100..+ +4.5/54.5/5 Jul 2008 2,999ebay.com 8. Nikon D3......+ +5/54.5/5 Aug 2007 4,999ebay.com 9. Nikon D2Xs............ Jun 2006 4,699ebay.com 10. Nikon D200..+ +..+ +o.. Nov 2005 1,699ebay.com 11. Olympus E-3..88/100..+ +o4/5 Oct 2007 1,699ebay.com Notes: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.
Care should be taken when interpreting the review scores above, though. The ratings are only valid when referring to cameras in the same category and of the same age. Hence, a score should always be seen in the context of the camera's market launch date and its price, and rating-comparisons among cameras that span long time periods or concern very differently equipped models make little sense. It should also be noted that some of the review sites have over time altered the way they render their verdicts. Other camera comparisonsDid this review help to inform your camera decision process? In case you would like to check on the differences and similarities of other camera models, just make your choice using the following search menu. As an alternative, you can also directly jump to any one of the listed comparisons that were previously generated by the CAM-parator tool.
Specifications: Nikon D300 vs Nikon D300SBelow is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features. |
