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Pre-Order: Newly Released Nikon D300s & Lens

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dikiem

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Brand New: Recently announced 07/31/2009!
See Brief Handon: http://www.dpreview.com/news/0...073006d300Shandson.asp

Nikon D300s 12MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)
Price: $1,799.95 & this item ships for FREE with Super Saver Shipping.
Product Features

* 12-megapixel CMOS image sensor for high resolution, low-noise images
* Body only; lenses sold separately
* Nikon EXPEED image processing; D-Movie HD Video for cinematic 24 fps, 720p HD movie clips
* 3-inch Super-density 920,000-dot VGA LCD; one-button Live View
* Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

More information from DPReview.com

Nikon D300S Key Features

* 13.1 megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor (effective pixels: 12.3 million)
* 720p HD video
* 3.0" LCD monitor (920,000 dots)
* Image sensor cleaning (sensor shake)
* 51 AF points (with 3D tracking)
* IS0 200-3200 range (6400 expanded)
* 7 frames per second continuous shooting (buffer: 17 RAW, 44 JPEG fine, 100 JPEG Normal)
* Expeed image processing
* Picture Controls - image parameters consistent with all current Nikon DSLRs
* Same EN-EL3e battery as D300
* 72 thumbnail view in playback

Nikon D300S vs D300: Key Differences

The D300S is a subtle upgrade from the D300; but aside from the obvious addition of video, there are a few other tweaks and additions:

* 720p HD video, including autofocus while recording
* SD card slot in addition to existing CF slot
* Faster continuous shooting (7fps, vs. 6fps)
* Socket for external microphone
* Live View and Info buttons
* Discrete 'OK' button in multi controller
* Interactive settings display screen
* Auto and Extra High Active D-Lighting options
* Quiet drive mode
* Virtual horizon

Additional Nikon D300S Features

* Virtual Horizon that is available in Live View shooting.
* 3-in., 920-k dot high-resolution LCD monitor.
* Highly efficient energy-saving design allows as many as 950 images on a single charge of the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e. (CIPA Standards)
* Nikon?s Integrated Dust Reduction System including Image Sensor Cleaning function that provides effective dust reduction.
* Versatile in-camera Retouch Menus let you enhance your images without using a computer.
* Compatible with HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) output. Type C connector (mini size) is employed.
* With the optional GPS Unit GP-1, location information such as latitude, longitude, altitude and time are automatically recorded to each image?s Exif data.
* Exclusive Nikon Software ? Nikon Transfer and ViewNX software packages (supplied) for a range of basic photo browsing and editing operations; Capture NX 2, Camera Control Pro 2, and Image Authentication Software (all optional) enable more advanced operation and image editing.
 
Originally posted by: Blackjack200
Damn, DX sensor :frown:

Still waiting for a Nikon FX DSLR for under $2k.

exactly
not sure why Nikon would be putting energy towards new models in a soon-to-be passe' sensor

I have the D700 in my Amazon cart, watching for price drops
 
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