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Nikon D300S

Nikon D300S
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alaScore 91

1251 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1251 reviews of Nikon D300S. The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People really like the durability and image quality. The price and usability are also mentioned favorably. There are some less positive opinions about the software, while there are some mixed views about the portability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Nikon D300S is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 91/100 = Excellent quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Nikon D300S

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 72 user reviews of Nikon D300S from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Reviews about the design and lens are generally positive. The usability and performance also get good comments. Some have doubts about the portability.

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99% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Nikon D300S

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 265 user reviews of Nikon D300S from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the image quality and video. The price and usability are also mentioned favorably, but some have doubts about the software.

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92% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.ca review summary for Nikon D300S

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of Nikon D300S from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.ca.

100% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

Nikon D300S review: Nikon D300S

 

Nikon D300S

Outstanding performance for its class; excellent photo quality; solidly built; flexible custom settings architecture; video capture; onboard wireless flash controller; dual card slots.

Some annoying design and interface quirks; no significant improvements in high ISO noise performance.

The Nikon D300s is a great camera, especially if you need the burst speed or slightly improved low-light focus, but if you don't care about video you might consider looking for a really good deal on a D300 and using what you save to splurge on a good...

Oct, 2012
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Expert review by : PJ Jacobowitz (pcmag.com)

Nikon D300s

 

With speedy 7-frames-per-second still image capture, Nikon's D300s won't let you miss a thing.

Top-notch image quality. Fast, 7-frames-per-second image capture. Extremely accurate 51-point autofocus system. HD video capture.

Low-ISO images are softer than those from competing cameras. Limited HD video recording options.

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Jan, 2010
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Expert review by : Richard Butler and Lars Rehm (dpreview.com)

Nikon D300S Review

 

The Nikon D300 made quite an impact when it was first launched - enough to prompt us to conclude: 'There's simply no better semi-professional digital SLR on the market.' And, in many respects, it is still the camera to beat in that class - nearly two...

Highly competitive image quality at all ISO settings ; Excellent high ISO performance with low noise and good levels of detail ; Highly configurable Auto ISO function (can set maximum ISO and minimum shutter speed) ; 7 frames per second continuous...

Unreliable white balance under artificial lighting ; Slight tendency to overexpose in contrasty conditions ; Rolling shutter effect when shooting video ; Occasional 'grain' in blue skies, even at base ISO ; Contrast detection AF is slow (as it is on...

A relatively minor upgrade to one of the defining cameras of the semi-pro sector adds a useful HD video mode and a wealth of minor improvements that improve the already excellent handling. Although the D300S has stronger competition than its...

Nov, 2009
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Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

Nikon D300S review

 

When a camera has an 18-month product cycle, it's hard to squash some disappointment when its follow up has only a few enhancements, despite the fact that it's common to only make a major update with every other generation. When it's a great camera to...

Outstanding performance for its class; excellent photo quality; solidly built; flexible custom settings architecture; video capture; onboard wireless flash controller; dual card slots.

Some annoying design and interface quirks; no significant improvements in high ISO noise performance.

The Nikon D300s is a great camera, especially if you need the burst speed or slightly improved low-light focus, but if you don't care about video you might consider looking for a really good deal on a D300 and using what you save to splurge on a good...

Sep, 2009
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Nikon D300S

 

Keeping technology advancements under wraps is hard enough with the speed information travels today, so Nikon have really managed to surprise the industry when introducing the D300s as a result. Keeping their ergonomic design of previous models and...

720p/24fps HD RecordingExternal Mic Input920k Pixel ScreenProfessional PerformanceComfortable design

Nikon's D300S is a step ahead for Digital SLR cameras, with the...

Aug, 2009
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Expert review by : Jeremy Stamas (camcorderinfo.com)

Nikon D300s DSLR Camera Review

 

The D300s is Nikon's newest video-capable DSLR. While the camera did show some impressive results in our low light testing, we were disappointed by the fact that Nikon didn't implement any new video features as compared to last year's D5000.

Mar, 2010
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Expert review by : Zoltan Arva-Toth (photographyblog.com)

Nikon D300s Review

 

This summer, nearly two years after the introduction of the D300, Nikon announced its successor, the D300s. The new model adds 720p HD video capture with optional autofocus, in-camera video editing, an on-board mono microphone and a stereo microphone...

If you've read the entire review, you will hardly have any doubts that the Nikon D300s is an excellent camera. Build quality is superb, handling and ergonomics are first-rate, and the abundance of dedicated external controls leads to quick and...

Oct, 2009
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Expert review by : By Thom (bythom.com)

D300/D300s Review

 

update: 3/12/08 typo fixes, battery info update: 3/25/08 removed Cleon recommendation 4/3/08: BKT button comment 10/12/12: update Nikon D300 Review Is it really better than a D2x at one-third the cost? Add a comment or send Thom feedback on this...

Program exposure mode: maximum internal flash range = 2' to 9'10", Aperture priority exposure mode: maximum internal flash range = 3'3" to 27'11", Wide isn't wide . If you do scenic work, as I do, you need DX lenses to restore your wide angle due to...

Program exposure mode: maximum internal flash range = 2' to 9'10", Aperture priority exposure mode: maximum internal flash range = 3'3" to 27'11", Faster than a D2x. You've got to be kidding me: faster autofocus, faster frame rates, faster card writes...

Jan, 2013
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Expert review by : Michael Clark (pixiq.com)

A review of the Nikon D300 and D300s

 

My thoughts on this stellar camera

This review was originally written in March 2008. I originally purchased the Nikon D300 ... with the camera to write up a complete review this is just an article relaying my first impressions of this sweet ... with the D300 so far. I’ll give a...

Sep, 2010
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Expert review by : dcworld (digitalcameraworld.com)

Nikon D300s Review

 

Nikon's taking a bit of a risk here, as like it not, the megapixel count still has the power to sway the wavering punter.

Jun, 2010
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