Nikon D300 review
Review Date : Mon, 7 Jan 2008
Author : Jamie Harrison
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The 12.3-megapixel Nikon D300 digital SLR is finally here, but how does it improve on the already acclaimed D200?
| Pros: | Build, interface, noise control, detail, LCD |
|---|---|
| Cons: | Flat live view, little else |
Nikon D300 Review
Step up the Nikon D300, replacting the Nikon D200, which is aimed at ‘the semi-professional and freelancer’; the newer D300 model is targeted at ‘pros on a budget’ and is claimed to deliver resolution suitable for commercial and stock photography. As the DSLR market has matured, so the manufacturers have had to adapt their marketing. Traditionally, models such as the Nikon D100 or Canon EOS 20D were aimed at the semi-pro or enthusiast photographer, who could invest enough cash and commitment in their hobby/profession to spend over £1,000 on their camera. With so-called 'entry-level' DSLR cameras now available for around £300 to £400, even consumers with a passing interest in photography are buying sophisticated and capable cameras.
For the enthusiast too, the more hard-wearing cameras are generally available for less than £1,000 – just think of the Sony Alpha 700, Canon EOS 40D or Pentax K10D – which leaves a large gap in the market between those and the serious money pro cameras.
So how does the Nikon D300 justify its £1300 price tag, anddoes it cater for the entry level professional market? The What Digital Camera Nikon D300 review investigates all...
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Verdict
Nikon has really done proud with the D300. Finally here is a camera that surpasses the capabilities of the Nikon F6 film camera, and at a price that, while not cheap, is comparable to a pro film camera and relatively affordable. That’s important, because pros and enthusiasts can now get a decent quality camera without investing several thousand pounds and know it will do – and stand up to – the job. From the D300's handling and performance to the final output, the Nikon D300 is an impressive camera and excels in recording detail, faithful colour and suppressing noise. All in all, the D300 is one of the best digital cameras ever put to review by What Digital Camera.
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