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Nikon D300 Digital SLR Test: Sample Image Gallery

Nikon D300 with AF-S DX 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED Zoom Lens


Nov 25th, 2007

The new Nikon 12.3 MP D300 Digital SLR is now shipping and available in stores. We have had the opportunity to try out a final production Nikon D300, and have just posted an image gallery with links to full resolution sample images from this exciting new camera.

Our Nikon D300 image samples gallery includes tests taken under a variety of conditions and lighting situations.

The Nikkor AF-S DX 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED zoom lens was used for most of the D300 test shots and a couple were taken with the Nikkor AF 50mm F1.8 fixed prime, a lens that offers very good results and excellent value for the money.

Nikon D300 Camera with Nikkor 45m F/2.8P Lens
 

To highlight the great versatility and system compatibility of the D300, we decided to see how the Nikon D300 performs with the legacy Manual Focus Nikkor 45mm F/2.8P lens, which has an excellent reputation for sharpness and overall image quality.

The Nikkor 45mm F/2.8P was originally designed as a very compact standard lens (only 17mm thin) to complement the Nikon FM3A, 35mm film camera.

The Nikon 45mm F/2.8P is compatible with all exposure modes of CPU-controlled Nikon SLRs like the Nikon D300.


The D300 with the Nikon 45mm F/2.8P Nikkor makes for a very compact digital SLR kit
 


A host of new Nikon technologies have been implemented in the Nikon D300 including; a newly developed 12.3 effective megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor with up to 3200 ISO sensitivity (+ Hi1 6400), a new precision 51-point AF system, a large 3.0-inch high resolution 920,000 pixel LCD information display supporting Live View Mode.

The D300 also features 6 frames per sec continuous shooting (up to 8 fps with new MB-D10 power grip), Nikon's new Scene Recognition System and EXPEED image processing concept including "Picture Control" settings, an integrated self cleaning sensor unit, an in camera Retouch Menu (like on the D80), HDMI output and support for the new Nikon Wi-Fi transmitter WT-4.

Check out our Nikon D300 sample image gallery and see how this highly anticipated camera performs. In our opinion the D300 is a real joy to use and delivers the performance professional's and serious prosumers demand.

Please note: the images below are copyrighted and all rights are reserved. Images may be downloaded and printed for personal evaluation only. Click on the images below to view and download larger sizes.


Nikon D300 Image Sample Gallery


Nikon D300 with Nikkor 45mm F2.8P Manual Focus Lens. Please Do Not Distribute. All Images Copyright Digitalreview.ca


Nikon D300 Digital SLR Test: Sample Image #1 (above)

Taken with the Nikon D300 and the Nikkor 45mm f/2.8P manual focus lens

Shooting Data:

  • Nikon D300 with sensitivity set at 3200 ISO
  • High ISO Noise Reduction (NR) Normal
  • Aperture Priority, 1/50 sec shutter speed at f/8
  • Adobe RGB, Standard Picture Control Setting
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    Nikon D300 Digital SLR Sample Test Image #2

    Taken with the Nikon D300 digital SLR and the Nikkor AF 50mm f/1.8 fixed prime lens. JPEG Large / Fine setting


    Shooting Data:

  • Nikon D300 with sensitivity at 640 ISO
  • High ISO NR Off
  • 1/50 sec shutter speed at f/4
  • Auto White Balance, with adjustment to B1
  • Aperture Priority mode with Multi-Pattern Metering
  • Captured in sRGB colour space, Standard


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    Nikon D300 Digital SLR Sample Test Image #3

    Taken with the Nikon D300 and the AF-S DX 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED Nikkor zoom lens

  • Nikon D300 with sensitivity at 3200 ISO
  • High ISO NR On Normal, Aperture Priority Mode
  • 1/50 sec shutter speed at f/5, -0.3 EV Adjustment
  • Sharpening set to +3, Monochrome Processing



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    Nikon D300 Digital SLR Sample Test Image #4

    Taken with the Nikon D300 and the Nikkor AF-S DX 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED Zoom lens at 31mm setting.

    Shooting Data:

  • Nikon D300 with sensitivity at 3200 ISO
  • High ISO NR On Normal
  • 1/80 sec shutter speed at f/4.5, -0.3 EV Adjustment
  • Captured in Adobe RGB colour space



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    Nikon D300 Digital SLR Sample Test Image #5

    Taken with the Nikon D300 and the Nikkor AF 50mm f/1.8 fixed prime lens.

    Shooting Data:

  • Nikon D300 with sensitivity at 3200 ISO
  • In Camera Quick Adjust Sharpness +5
  • 1/40 sec shutter speed at f/5.6, Vivid Mode
  • Incandescent White Balance, Active D-Lighting
  • Manual mode with Center Weighted Metering

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    Nikon Capture NX: allows the user to process, fix and adjust NEF, JPEG and TIFF files quickly and intuitively. The two images below shows how NX software can be used to edit a photograph to something quite different from the original (seen on the left). For a limited time Nikon Capture NX comes included with the Nikon D300.


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