Product Comparison: Nikon D300S vs Nikon D7000


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General Specifications
Brand
Nikon
Nikon
Model
D300S
D7000
Origin
Thailand
Thailand
About the Product
The Nikon D300s builds upon the success of the D300 by adding 720p HD Video Recording. With a 51-point autofocus system, 100% viewfinder accuracy, 7 frames per second continuous shooting, and low light sensitivity, the D300s boasts a professional-grade feature set in a compact, highly durable, metal body.
The D7000 is a high-quality mid-class D-SLR that responds to user demands with a variety of the latest camera technologies and functions for high-quality, high-definition shooting, all in a durable, high-performance, yet compact body.
Key Specs
Sensor Resolution
12.3 MP
16.2 MP
Sensor Type
CMOS
CMOS
Lens
Body
AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
Viewfinder
Pentaprism
Pentaprism
Size & Weight
Height
4.5 in.
4.1 in.
Width
5.8 in.
5.2 in.
Depth
2.9 in.
3 in.
Weight
30 oz.
24.3 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Nikon D300S Digital SLR Camera
  • The body feels secure in my hands and the weight is very manageable.
  • I love the weight and feel of this camera.
  • Compact size for travel.
  • Drawbacks are its weight and size.
  • Weight of the unit makes it tiresome to handle all day.
Nikon D7000 Digital SLR Camera
  • Good size and weight, nice and comfortable in my hands. Very happy with it.
  • It is very lightweight.
  • I like the weight and the shape of the body.
  • The weight is light and it is a fun camera to use.
  • Size and weight are good. Outstanding image quality.
Imaging
ISO Settings
Auto: 200-3200, Extended: 100-6400
Auto: 100-6400, Extended: 100-25600
Burst Mode
Yes
Yes
Low Light/High Sensitivity
Yes
Yes
Face Detection
Yes
Yes
Image File Format(s)
JPEG, RAW
JPEG, RAW, RAW + JPEG
What customers say about "Imaging"
Nikon D300S Digital SLR Camera
  • The camera is extremely accurate and fast in autofocus mode and shoots a fast 6 fps.
  • It is capable of shooting great pictures in very low light or in fast moving scenes with its wide ISO range.
  • The image quality is phenomenal, with no noise, amazing dynamic range.
  • Image quality is excellent and pictures require very little post processing.
  • It's a very fast and accurate machine in all its functions.
Nikon D7000 Digital SLR Camera
  • Ability to shoot at extremely high ISO levels with little noise makes this a low-light shooter's dream.
  • The picture quality is amazing.
  • The most impressive thing about the D7000 is image quality; incredibly high dynamic range and color depth create crisp.
  • ISO performance is a good selling point.
  • Outstanding dynamic range and color-depth.
Display
Display Type
TFT-LCD
TFT-LCD
Screen Size
3 in.
3 in.
Screen Resolution
921000 dots
921000 dots
Touch Screen
No
No
Vari-angle Display
No
No
What customers say about "Display"
Nikon D300S Digital SLR Camera
  • The screen is bright and very sharp.
  • The screen quality are superb.
  • Screen images are clear and easy to see.
  • Great screen. Excellent camera. Highly recommend.
  • No touchscreen.
Nikon D7000 Digital SLR Camera
  • Optical viewfinder amongst the best you will see in the camera's price range.
  • LCD display at top of camera displaying current settings.
  • Excellent rear display that provides good resolution imaging and also provides an excellent setting display.
  • Rear screen is nice and large.
  • No articulated display screen.
Features
Water Resistant
No
No
Shock Resistant
No
No
Panorama Mode
No
No
Shooting Modes
AUTO, Program, Manual, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority
AUTO, Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, Manual, Custom, SCN, No Flash
White Balance Modes
Auto, Incandescent, Fluorescent (7 types), Direct Sunlight, Shade, Cloudy, Flash, Color Temperature, Manual
Auto, Cloudy, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent (7 types), Incandescent, Manual, Shade
Shutter Speeds
30 - 1/8000
30 - 1/8000
What customers say about "Features"
Nikon D300S Digital SLR Camera
  • Very low noise and advanced focus system.
  • It has good balance and a very solid feel.
  • The quality of the pictures at 12MP are outstanding.
  • Very fast shutter and nice crisp image.
  • User friendly controls, high level of performance.
Nikon D7000 Digital SLR Camera
  • Sophisticated 39-point focus system.
  • Good overall image quality in a wide range of shooting situations.
  • Huge feature set, with large number of customizable settings surpassed only by very expensive, professional cameras.
  • Excellent construction quality.
  • Great shooting modes and controls.
Connectivity
PictBridge Enabled
Yes
Yes
NFC Enabled
No
No
Integrated GPS
No
No
Output(s)
Hi-Speed USB, Video output (PAL/ NTSC), HDMI Type C, 10-pin RemoteTerminal
Hi-Speed USB, Video output (PAL/ NTSC), HDMI Type C, 3.5mm jack
Number Of Memory Card Slots
2
2
What customers say about "Connectivity"
Nikon D300S Digital SLR Camera
  • The dual memory card setup is great.
  • Having dual memory cards, one for the picture and one for the RAW is a great idea.
  • Excellent image output through HDMI.
  • It's quite easy to connect to your computer and transfer files.
  • The HDMI port is non-standard (unlike the older D300) that requires a separate purchase.
Nikon D7000 Digital SLR Camera
  • Dual-card SDXC memory slots which can be set for either simultaneous or consecutive writing.
  • Two card slots. Many individual settings. Great camera.
  • It is lightning fast, has wonderful sharpness, and has a very good connectors.
  • No built-in GPS.
  • Camera does not show up as a drive when connected to a Mac.
Power
Battery Model
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL15
Battery Life
950 frames
1050 frames
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
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