Nikon 25432 Brochure - Page 9

Without Active D-Lighting With Active D-Lighting Large viewfinder features frame coverage of virtually 100% The new eye-level pentaprism viewfinder for the D300 aids composition and adds assurance to focus control by providing frame coverage of virtually 100% and large 0.94x magnification. Large top control panel The large top LCD panel is designed to convey maximum information at a glance, and is even tilted slightly rearward for easier viewing. Informative displays provide valuable feedback The lettering for information displays can be manually or automatically switched between black and white lettering to best suit the lighting conditions when shooting. An advanced battery indicator conveys detailed information for both the battery installed in the camera as well as batteries in the Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10. Active D-Lighting provides real-time highlight and shadow correction Active D-Lighting helps produce broader tone reproduction in both shadows and highlights, all while applying localized tone control technology to achieve natural looking contrast across the entire image for more attractive results with greater detail. Simply choose the desired strength level before shooting and let Active D-Lighting prove its worth when shooting high contrast scenes, such as a shaded subject on a sunny day or a brightly lit outdoor scene shot through a door or window. Exposure modes that provide flexible control [P] Programmed auto mode automatically sets both shutter speed and aperture, and includes Flexible Program for fast selection of alternate shutter speed and aperture combinations. [S] Shutter-Priority auto offers shutter speed selection from 1/8,000 to 30 s. [A] Aperture-Priority auto allows free selection from among all aperture settings. [M] Manual gives full control over both shutter speed and aperture. Broad ISO sensitivity range with flexible control Sensitivity can be set manually between ISO 200 and 3200 in increments of 1/3 1/2, or 1 EV, with extended range settings down to Lo 1 for ISO 100 equivalent and up to Hi 1 for ISO 6400 equivalent. Refined high-ISO noise reduction helps ensure maximum image quality throughout the higher range. Automatic sensitivity adjustment (ISO AUTO) is also available, freeing you to concentrate on composition while the camera automatically adjusts sensitivity to maximize available light and achieve optimal exposure for the shot. Accurate white balance Advanced Auto White Balance capably produces natural coloration in most situations. Manual settings are also available, including direct selection of Kelvin color temperature; a choice of six specific settings with fine-tuning, as well as a preset manual option for using a gray or white object as a reference. A vertical axis of color cast direction is newly added to the process of tuning white balance and the increments have been made finer to deliver more precise control. Intuitive handling, total reliability Every button, control and function is designed to enable creative freedom Optimized color space A selection of two color spaces is available to best match the specific subject, assignment, or workflow environment. The default sRGB setting is well suited when images are to be played back or printed as taken, without editing or postprocessing. The Adobe RGB setting realizes a wider color reproduction range for highquality or commercial output that requires a wider color gamut. Histogram and channelindependent histogram displays Accurate histogram and RGB histogram displays aid in quickly confirming exposure. All three color channels can be represented as a whole using Conventional RGB display, while Selectable RGB allows each color channel to be viewed independently to assist exposure and white balance adjustment decisions. Multiple Exposure Multiple Exposure is a custom shooting option that allows for imaginative results by producing a single image within the camera from up to 10 consecutive exposures. Colors are reproduced noticeably better than photographs combined in an imaging application. Image Overlay Image Overlay is an in-camera retouch feature that combines two saved NEF (RAW) images into a single composite image, taking advantage of precise opacity controls to achieve the desired result. The composite image can be saved as a NEF or JPEG file, and the originals remain unaffected. bounce helps promote maximum stability and speed, smoother AF detection, and the e x te n d e d v i ew fi n d e r visibility needed for fast, accurate focus tracking and continuous shooting. Magnesium alloy body The magnesium alloy body for the D300 combines rugged durability with mobility, and features an enhanced sealing system that helps protect against moisture and dust. New Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 (optional) The new optional MultiPower Battery Pack MB-D10 combines added stability with extended With EN-EL3e installed shooting potential and the durability of a magnesium alloy external case with the same level With EN-EL4a installed of sealing protection inherent to the D300 to help protect against moisture and dust. Supporting the use of 3 types of battery and featuring a sequential power supply with auto-switching to the battery installed inside the camera body, the MB-D10 also enables high-speed continuous shooting at a rate of 8 fps* for up to 100 consecutive shots. * 8 fps requires either 1) Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 with Battery Chamber Cover BL-3 and either Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4/EN-EL4a or eight R6/AA-size batteries or 2) AC Adapter EH-5a/EH-5, all of which are sold separately. Optimized battery performance The high-energy Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e delivers enough power to shoot up to approx. 1000 consecutive images on a single charge*1 (or up to approx. 3000 shots according to research conducted by NIKON CORPOR ATION*2) or 3000 shots*1 when using the Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 with Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN- EL4a*3 installed, in addition to the EN-EL3e installed inside the camera body. *1 Based on CIPA standards with an AF-S VR 24-120 mm f/3.5-5.6G ED lens *2 Achieved under following test conditions: measured at 68°F/20°C with an AF -S VR 24 -120 mm f/3.5 -5.6G ED lens, image quality set to JPEG basic, image size set to M (medium), shutter speed 1/250 s, shutter-release button pressed halfway for three seconds and focus cycled from infinity to minimum range three times; six shots then taken in succession and monitor turned on for five seconds and then turned off; cycle repeated once exposure meters turned off. *3 Requires Battery Chamber Cover BL-3 Custom Setting menus Grouped according to basic features for fast and easy access within the color-coded menu display, the D300's wealth of Custom Settings and memory banks for saving up to four complete selections allow instant switching to the optimized selection for the shoot. Custom setting bank Reset custom settings a Autofocus a1 AF-C priority selection a2 AF-S priority selection a3 Dynamic AF area a4 Focus tracking with lock-on a5 AF activation a6 AF point illumination a7 Focus point wrap-around a8 AF point selection a9 AF-assist a10 AF-ON for MB-D10 b Metering/exposure b1 ISO sensitivity step value b2 EV steps for exposure cntrl. b3 Exp comp/fine tune b4 Easy exposure compensation b5 Center-weighted area b6 Fine tune optimal exposure c Timers/AE lock c1 Shutter-release button AE-L c2 Auto meter-off delay c3 Self-timer delay c4 Monitor off delay d Shooting/display d1 Beep d2 Viewfinder grid display d3 Viewfinder warning display d4 CL mode shooting speed d5 Max. continuous release d6 File number sequence d7 Shooting info display d8 LCD illumination d9 Exposure delay mode d10 MB-D10 battery type d11 Battery order e Bracketing/flash e1 Flash sync speed e2 Flash shutter speed e3 Flash cntrl for built-in flash e4 Modeling flash e5 Auto bracketing set e6 Auto bracketing (Mode M) e7 Bracketing order f Controls f1 Multi selector center button f2 Multi selector f3 Photo info/playback f4 Assign FUNC. button f5 Assign preview button f6 Assign AE-L/AF-L button f7 Customize command dials f8 Release button to use dial f9 No memory card? f10 Reverse indicators Durable shutter unit Testing to 150,000 cycles stands as firm testament to the durability and reliability of the new double-bladed shutter unit for the D300. A refined mirror balance mechanism that completes its motion cycle and reaches a full stop virtually without mirror Enhanced moisture and dust resistant areas are outlined in red. 16 17