Is the Nikon D300 in my future?

September 25th, 2008 by Dan Bodenstein

I am currently using a Nikon D200 and I love it. I upgraded from a Nikon D100 and before that from a Nikon N60 (film). My father repaired cameras for many years and also used Nikon’s. So, when it came time for me to start taking photographs I took his advice. I even gave him my D100 when I upgraded. So should I buy a Nikon D300?

Nikon D300

The D300 has a 12.3 megapixel CMOS sensor. That’s an improvement from my D200′s 10.2 Megapizel CCD image sensor. I already blow up my photos to 16 x 20 with 10.2 megapixels, so the improvement will only be in image quality. What’s the difference between CMOS and CCD? Honestly, with today’s technology, its just a different way of capturing the image.

The Nikon D300 has a larger screen, and can shoot up to 6 frames per second. One of the most enticing features is the high ISO rating. Remember with file, you use to get 250, or 400 “speed” film. Well ISO is the same with digital except it’s done electronically. The higher the ISO rating, the less light you need to take a picture. But, there is a trade-off, the less light, the more noise, or graininess you see. The D300 has a high signal-to-noise ratio allowing photographers to create clean images at higher ISO values.

The D300 also has a 51 point auto focus with 3D focus tracking. Shooting wildlife, tracking is a must! The D200 has an 11 area auto focus system.

The more I write about this, the more I want it? Estimated Street Price : $1,799.95 (ouch)

On Amazon :Nikon D300 DX 12.3MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)

NikonUSA D300 from Nikon
NikonUSA D200 from Nikon

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