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Table of Contents
Safety Precautions..2 Notice for Customers in Europe.2 Precautions for Use...2 En Introduction...4 The MB-D10 and Accessories..4 The MB-D10 and Supplied Accessories.4 The BL-3 Battery-Chamber Cover (Available Separately)..4 Parts of the MB-D10..5 The MB-D10 Shutter-Release Button, Multi Selector, Command Dials, and AF-ON Button..5 The MB-D10 Control Lock..5 Using the Battery Pack..6 Attaching the Battery Pack..6 Removing the Battery Pack..6 Inserting Batteries..7 Removing Batteries..9 Specications.. 10
MB-D10 Multi-Power Battery Pack

Users Manual

Safety Precautions
To ensure proper operation, read this manual thoroughly before using this product. After En reading, be sure to keep it where it can be seen by all those who use the product. Notice for Customers in Europe
This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. The following apply only to users in European countries: This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of as household waste. For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.

Precautions for Use

The MB-D10 is for use with compatible cameras only. Do not use with batteries and battery holders not recommended in this manual. The MB-D10 can not be used with rechargeable EN-EL3a/EN-EL3 Li-ion batteries. The MB-D10 can be used with the MS-40 AA battery holder for the MB-40 multi-power battery pack, but performance will be impaired and the number of photographs that can be taken with a single set of batteries will drop. To prevent electrical shorts caused by metal objects touching the power terminals, replace the contact cap when the MB-D10 is not in use. When a battery holder or the optional BL-3 battery-chamber cover is removed from the MB-D10, remove the batteries or place the holder or cover in the holder case to prevent electrical shorts caused by contact with other metal objects. The memory card access lamp may light up when the MB-D10 is attached or removed from the camera, but this is not malfunction. Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell or noise from the battery pack, discontinue use immediately. After removing the batteries, take the device to the retailer or a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection. The MB-D10 is not equipped with a power switch. Use the camera power switch to turn the power on or o.
Notice for Customers in the U.S.A. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful inter ference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can CAUTION radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed Modications: The FCC requires the user to be notiand used in accordance with the instructions, may ed that any changes or modications made to cause harmful inter ference to radio communicthis device that are not expressly approved by ations. However, there is no guarantee that interNikon Corporation may void the users authority ference will not occur in a particular installation. If to operate the equipment. this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be deterNikon Inc., mined by turning the equipment o and on, the 1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York user is encouraged to try to correct the interference 11747-3064, U.S.A. by one or more of the following measures: Tel.: 631-547-4200 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Notice for Customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with En Canadian ICES-003. ATTENTION Cet appareil numrique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Introduction

Thank you for your purchase of an MB-D10 multi-power battery pack for use with all En Nikon single-lens reex digital cameras that list the MB-D10 as a compatible accessory in the camera manual. The MB-D10 takes one EN-EL3e, EN-EL4a, or EN-EL4 rechargeable battery or eight AA batteries (alkaline, Ni-MH, lithium, or nickel-manganese) and includes an alternate shutter-release button, AFON button, multi selector, and main and sub-command dials for taking pictures in tall (portrait) orientation. Camera menu options allow the user to choose whether the camera battery or the batteries in the MB-D10 are used rst; see the camera manual for details.

The MB-D10 and Accessories
The MB-D10 and Supplied Accessories Conrm that the following items are supplied with the MB-D10 (batteries are sold separately).
MS-D10EN holder for EN-EL3e batteries
MS-D10 holder for AA batteries

Holder case

The MS-D10EN is inserted in the MB-D10 at shipment. See Inserting Batteries for information on removing the battery holder.

Contact cap

Users manual (this manual) Warranty
The BL-3 Battery-Chamber Cover (Available Separately) A BL-3 battery-chamber cover (available separately) is required when using EN-EL4a or EN-EL4 batteries.
BL-3 battery-chamber cover
Parts of the MB-D10 (Figure A)
q Contact cap w Holder for camera contact cover e Signal contacts r AFON button t Main command dial y Multi selector u Attachment wheel i Battery-chamber cover o Battery-chamber latch !0 Battery chamber !1 Mounting screw !2 Power terminals !3 Shutter-release button !4 Control lock !5 Sub-command dial !6 Tripod socket !7 MS-D10EN holder for EN-EL3e batteries !8 Power terminals !9 Power terminals (EN-EL3e battery holder) @0 MS-D10 holder for AA batteries @1 Power terminals (AA battery holder) @2 BL-3 battery-chamber cover (available separately) The MB-D10 Shutter Release Button, Multi Selector, Command Dials, and AF-ON Button The MB-D10 is equipped with a shutter-release button (Figure A- ), multi selector (Figure A- ), main command dial (Figure A- ), sub-command dial (Figure A- ), and AFON button (Figure A- ) En for use when taking photographs in vertical (tall, or portrait) orientation. These controls perform the same functions as the corresponding controls on the camera and are aected by changes to options in the Custom Settings menu (Group a for the AFON button, Group f for other controls) that aect these camera controls. See the camera manual for more information. The MB-D10 Control Lock The control lock (Figure A- ) locks the controls on the MB-D10 to prevent unintended use. Before using these controls to take photographs in vertical (portrait) orientation, select to release the lock as shown at right. The control lock is not a power switch. Use the camera power switch to turn the camera on and o.

Using the Battery Pack

Attaching the Battery Pack Before attaching the battery pack, be sure that the camera is o and that the MB-D10 control lock En (Figure A- ) is in the L position (the illustrations show the D300). 1 Remove the contact cap (Figure A- ) from the battery pack. 2 The contacts for the MB-D10 are in the base of the camera, where they are protected by a contact cover. Remove the contact cover as shown in Figure B- and place it in the contact cover holder on the MB-D10 (Figure B- ). 3 Insert the MB-D10 (Figure C), keeping the MB-D10 mounting screw (C- ) aligned with the camera tripod socket (C- ). There is no need to remove the battery from the camera before connecting the MB-D10. At default settings, the battery inserted in the camera will be used only after the battery in the MB-D10 is exhausted. The [Battery order] option in the camera Custom Settings menu (Group d) can be used to change the order in which the batteries are used. See the camera manual for details. 4 Tighten the attachment wheel by rotating it in the direction shown by the LOCK arrow (Figure D). Removing the Battery Pack To remove the MB-D10, turn the camera o and set the control lock on the MB-D10 to L, then loosen the attachment wheel and remove the MB-D10. Be sure to replace the contact cover on the camera and the contact cap on the MB-D10 when the battery pack is not in use.
Be sure to place the camera contact cover in the contact cover holder to prevent loss. A PB-6D and PK-13 auto-extension ring are required when using PB-6 bellows with the MB-D10.
Inserting Batteries The MB-D10 can be used with one EN-EL3e, EN-EL4a, or EN-EL4 rechargeable Li-ion battery, or with eight AA batteries. A BL-3 battery-chamber En cover (available separately) is required when using an EN-EL4a or EN-EL4 battery. Before inserting batteries, be sure that the camera is o and that the MB-D10 control lock is in the L position. 1 Turn the MB-D10 battery-chamber latch to 2 Ready the batteries as described below. EN-EL3e: Matching the indentations on the battery to the projections on the MS-D10EN holder, insert the battery with the arrow () on the battery toward the battery holder power terminals (Figure F- ). Press the battery lightly downward and slide it in the direction of the arrow until the power terminals click into place (Figure F- ). EN-EL4a/EN-EL4: If the battery release on the optional BL-3 battery-chamber cover is positioned so that the arrow ( ) is visible, slide the battery release to cover the arrow (Figure G- ). Insert the two projections on the battery into the matching slots on the BL-3 (Figure G- ) and slide the BL-3 battery lock release to reveal the arrow. AA: Place eight AA batteries in the MS-D10 battery holder as shown in Figure H, making sure that the batteries are in the correct orientation. 3 Insert the battery or battery holder in the MB-D10 and latch the battery-chamber cover (Figure I). Make sure the battery or holder is fully inserted before turning the latch. 4 Turn the camera on and check the battery level in the control panel or viewnder. If the camera does not turn on, check that the battery is correctly inserted. and remove the battery holder (Figure E).

Battery Level The camera displays battery level as follows: EN-EL3e, EN-EL4a, and EN-EL4 Batteries Control panel Viewnder Description Battery fully charged. L

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Battery partially discharged. Low battery. Ready spare batteries. Battery exhausted. Shutter release disabled.

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(blinks) AA Batteries
Control panel Viewnder Description Charge remaining. L Low I d sparebatteries. Ready batteries. Batteries exhausted. H d Shutter release (blinks) (blinks) disabled.
An option in Group d of the camera Custom Settings menu can be used to change the order in which the batteries are used. When the camera is drawing power from the MB-D10, a icon is displayed in the control panel. To ensure that the camera shows the correct battery level when AA batteries are used, choose the appropriate option for [MB-D10 battery type] in the camera Custom Settings menu (Group d). If the correct option is not selected, the camera may fail to function as expected. Option 1 LR6 (AA alkaline) 2 HR6 (AA Ni-MH) 3 FR6 (AA lithium) 4 ZR6 (AA Ni-Mn) Battery type AA alkaline (LR6) AA Ni-MH (HR6) AA Lithium (FR6) AA nickel-manganese (ZR6)
Battery Info Battery information (including calibration information for EN-EL4a and EN-EL4 batteries) can be viewed from the camera setup menu (the camera battery is listed on the left, the MB-D10 on the right). Only the battery level is listed when AA batteries are used. See the camera manual for details.
Remove the batteries when the MB-D10 is not in use.
Note: The illustrations on this page are from the D300.
Removing Batteries Be careful not to drop batteries, the holder, or the optional battery-chamber cover. 1 Turn the MB-D10 battery-chamber latch to and remove the battery holder (Figure E).
2 Remove the battery or batteries from the holder or optional battery-chamber cover. EN-EL3e While pressing the holder PUSH button, slide the battery toward the button. The battery can then be removed as shown. EN-EL4a/EN-EL4 Slide the battery release in the direction indicated by the arrow ( ) and remove the battery-chamber cover. AA Batteries Remove the batteries as shown. Be careful not to drop the batteries when removing them from the holder.

Specications

Power source One EN-EL3e, EN-EL4a, or EN-EL4 rechargeable Li-ion battery or eight LR6 alkaline, HR6 Ni-MH, FR6 lithium, or ZR6 nickel-manganese AA batteries C (F) Approx. 150.75.5 mm/5.9 2.0 3.0 in. Approx. 290 g (10.2 oz), with MS-D10EN but excluding batteries

En Operating temperature

Dimensions (W H D) Weight
Specications and design are subject to change without notice.

Precision engineered to deliver new professional-level functionality, performance and reliability, the Nikon D300 combines innovative Nikon technologies with advanced new features to optimize all aspects of camera performance and form the ideal blend of Nikon DX-format performance.

Empower Creativity

New 12.3 effective megapixel Nikon DX-format CMOS image sensor New EXPEED Digital Image Processing concept Selectable 12-bit or 14-bit A/D conversion with full 16-bit processing Nikon's new exclusive Scene Recognition System New 51-point autofocus system with advanced AF modes and 3D Focus Tracking Large, bright pentaprism viewfinder features frame coverage of virtually 100% Rapid 6 frames per second*1 continuous shooting up to 100 JPEG images*2,3 Up to 8 fps*4 continuous shooting for up to 100 shots*2,3 with Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 New Picture Control settings for fine-tuned image control New Live View with two modes for Hand-held and Tripod shooting situations New Self-cleaning Sensor Unit provides effective dust reduction New 3-in. LCD with approx. 920,000-dot resolution, 170 wide-angle viewing and rugged tempered glass protection Instant start-up of 0.13 s power-up and 45-millisecond shutter release time lag*5 Magnesium alloy body for strength, durability and light weight New Active D-Lighting allows the choice to automatically optimize tone reproduction in both shadows and highlights during exposure
*1 When using Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e. *2 NORMAL-LARGE image setting, using a SanDisk Extreme IV CompactFlash card. *3 When shooting in Continuous-servo AF (C) using Shutter-Priority Auto [S] or Manual [M] exposure modes and a shutter speed of 1/ 250 s or faster with other settings at default. Continuous shooting speed for 14-bit NEF (RAW) is approx. 2.5 fps. *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/AAsize batteries or 2) AC Adapter EH-5a/EH-5, all of which are sold separately. *5 When shooting in JPEG, TIFF or 12-bit NEF (RAW) formats.
New 12.3 megapixel DX- format CMOS image sensor
Developed to provide the highest level of DX-format photographic performance and assuring response needed for virtually any shooting conditions, the new 12.3 effective megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor for the D300 also delivers compact Nikon DX-format system size and technology advantage s. It s integrated analog - to digital converter offers the ability to select bet ween high qualit y 12- bit or 14 - bit conversion, and its design encompasses a broad light sensitivity range of ISO 200 to 3200, (plus Lo 1, ISequivalent and Hi 1, ISequivalent). High - speed output enables rapid continuous shooting and realizes the new Live View shooting modes. The Optical Low Pass Filter (OLPF) not only helps prevent moir, color fringing
and shifting, but also functions as part of Nikon's first Self-cleaning Sensor Unit built into the D300.
needs of photographers. The processing system developed for the D300 applies o p timize d te chnolo gie s ba s e d on the E X PEED concept to deliver proce ssing power that not only extends the achievable levels of high resolution, fine detail and high image qualit y, but also improves system performance for faster continuous shooting, faster memory card access and the implementation of the Live View shooting modes. All internal processing is handled in full 16 - bit color, rendering improved tone characteristics, finer detail and higher image quality, all at outstanding speed that exemplifies this level of precision. Additionally, lateral chromatic aberration reduction effectively reduces color bleeding around the image periphery.

Lens: AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED 1/250 second, f/6.3 White balance: Preset manual ISO sensitivity: 200 Picture Control: Standard
Lens: AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED 1/2000 second, f/7.1 White balance: Auto ISO sensitivity: 400 Picture Control: Standard
3D-tracking automatically switches the point of focus to maintain precise subject lock
Single-point AF lets you select any individual focus point for shooting still subjects
Dynamic-area AF modes are useful for tracking moving subjects over a wide area
New precision 51-point AF system
Featuring the world's largest numb e r * of fo cu s p oint s laid out in an intelligent

cross-type sensors

also contribute to the system's impressive performance. The 51-point AF system also allows the use of an 11 focus point mode.
*1 Among digital SLR cameras as of August 23, 2007 (according to research conducted by NIKON CORPORATION) *2 Depending upon the shooting conditions, some lens and teleconverter pairs will limit the function of the upper and lower three cross-type sensors to line sensor operation, even if the combined theoretical aperture is f/5.6.
High-speed shooting at up to 8 fps
The D300 is capable of shooting continuous bursts of up to 100 shots*1 at a rapid 6 fps*2, and as fast as 8 fps*3 when using the MultiPower Battery Pack MB-D10.
*1 NORMAL - L ARGE image setting, using a SanDisk Extreme IV CompactFlash card *2 When using one Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e *fps requires either 1) Multi - Power Battery Pack M B - D10 , B a t t e r y C h a m b e r C o v e r B L- 3 a n d e i t h e r Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4/EN-EL4a or 8 R6/AAsize batteries or 2) AC Adapter EH-5a/EH-5, all of which are sold separately.
array of 15 cross-type sensors and 36 vertical sensors, Nikon's new Multi- CAM 3500DX autofocus module maximizes the potential of lenses with maximum apertures of f/5.6*

Dynamic-area AF modes

Dynamic-area AF allows a choice of three different size areas using groups of either 9, 21 or all 51 focus points. Also available is 51-point Dynamic-area AF with 3D-tracking; automatic focus point switching that takes full advantage of all 51 AF points as it uses color and light information to accurately track the subject.

Camera Control Pro 2 can also be transferred to

and used in the camera.

* Optional software

Quick Adjust screen

Standard Suitable for most shooting situations, produces results that are colorful, yet with a balanced, natural tone.
Neutral Produces natural-looking results that establish a precedence for reproducing the subject material as observed when shooting. Well suited for faithful postprocessing.
Ultimate control over consistent results
Achieve finished images that match your vision, with predictable results that can be repeated even when changing camera bodies
Adjustment setting screen
Vivid Produces colorful results with extra punch. A handy setting when you wish to emphasize primary colors.
Monochrome Produces customizable black & white, sepia and other monochrome images. Four filters are available for contrast control including red, orange, green and yellow.
Picture Control Grid display
Custom (Left) Using preset Standard Picture Control with the following adjustments implemented: Sharpness [+7], Contrast [-2], Brightness [+1], Saturation [-2], Hue [0]. (Right) Using preset Vivid Picture Control with the following adjustments implemented: Sharpness [+6], Contrast [0], Brightness [-1], Saturation [+3], Hue [-3].
1. AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED 1/1250 second, f/5.6 White balance: Auto ISO sensitivity: 200 Picture Control: Standard
2. AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G ED 1/80 second, f/5.6 White balance: Flash ISO sensitivity: 200 Picture Control: Neutral
3. AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED 1/2000 second, f/5.3 White balance: Auto ISO sensitivity: 200 Picture Control: Vivid
4. AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED 1/320 second, f/5 White balance: Auto ISO sensitivity: 200 Picture Control: Monochrome
5/6. AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED 1/2.5 second, f/4.5 White balance: Auto ISO sensitivity: 400 Picture Control: Custom
New 3-in. high-resolution VGA LCD monitor
The D300 features an expansive new 3 - in. VG A LC D m o n i t o r. Its unprecedented approx. 920,000 - dot

LCD monitor

Two Live View modes for framing and composition using the LCD
Nikon's new Live View function* enhances the D300's fast image processing capacity and large, high-resolution LCD to offer a new level of creative potential that lets you use the LCD in place of the viewfinder for confirming subjects and composition when you cannot physically see your subjec t through the viewfinder, or where exact focus is crucial. Remote preview, focusing and shooting from a PC (wired or wireless) are also available when using optional Nikon Camera Control Pro 2 software.

* Although Live View can be used for up to an hour, the function is automatically terminated if the camera's internal temperature rises beyond set parameters. In such a case, a 30-second countdown timer appears in the upper left corner of the LCD monitor before Live View shooting ends.

Hand-held mode

Hand-held mode and the LCD's 170 wide viewing angle are a great help w hen shooting from high or low angles that make it difficult to see through the viewfinder, such as when holding the camera above your head to shoot over a crowd. You can easily recompose the frame prior to actual shooting using standard phase- detection AF and all 51 AF points.
Camera Control Pro 2 (optional)
C amera Control Pro 2 remote control sof tware lets you change most camera settings, take photos and transfer image data remotely from a computer via USB, Firewire (IEEE 1394) or Wi-Fi connections. A revised interface ensures easy operation and ef ficient workflow. Included is the new enhanced Viewer func tion that quickly transfers thumbnail and preview images to the computer, making it easier and quicker to confirm which shots should be transferred and which will be deleted without transferring the actual image data. Camera Control Pro 2 adds support for
Use Live View's Tripod mode and the 3-in. high-resolution LCD for confirming subjects that offer a challenge when focusing through the viewfinder. For even more assurance, install Camera Control Pro 2 software and use Live View to confirm each shot on your computer's monitor before releasing the shutter remotely.
resolution and reduced flicker digital output assures clear and detailed image display, which is invaluable for confirming focus or assessing image sharpness at up to 27 times* magnification. A wide 170 viewing angle from all directions and bright display makes it easy to view images or confirm menu settings when shooting outdoors. Playback options include single frame, 4 or 9 -image thumbnail display, as well as channel-independent RGB histogram and highlight point displays. Tempered glass protection enhances D300 durability.
* [L]-size JPEG or NEF (RAW) images

Tripod mode

Tr i p o d m o d e i s i d e a l f o r s t i l l l i f e photography in a studio environment. Highprecision focal plane contrast AF using the D300's CMOS sensor achieves pinpoint focus on the subject. And the ability to zoom in up to 13 times on the area surrounding any focus point serves as a major aid to even more precise focus adjustment.
controlling advanced new features of the D300 and D3, including the new Picture Control System, the 51-point AF system and the new double -axis white balance fine tuning scheme, which adds a vertical axis of color cast direction for more precise control. Of particular note is added support for Live View, with full control over the respective features of Hand-held and Tripod modes.

New Wireless Transmitter WT- 4/4A*1 (optional)
Nikon's Wireless Transmit ter W T- 4 / 4A
selected by confirming the thumbnail can be downloaded and saved on the computer. With this mode, both photographer and computer operator can concentrate on their own assignments. Remote camera operation and image viewing, including the use of Live View, is also available when the Wireless Transmitter WT-4/4A is used in conjunction with optional Camera Control Pro 2.
*1 The WT-4 is sold in countries that approve the use of thirteen frequency channels. The WT-4A version is sold in countries that limit use to eleven frequency channels. *2 Supplied software should be pre-installed.
The ultimate balance of advanced function and control
From Live View to wireless image transfer and remote camera control, each function is designed to maximize creative productivity
delivers the convenience and efficiency of extended image transfer options via IEEE 802.11b/g/a wireless connections, as well as wired 10BASE-T and BA SE -T X co nne c tio n s. New Thumbnail Select mode*2 permits thumbnail display of images taken with up to five wirelessly connected cameras on a computer display. Images

ViewNX

De signed to suppor t the viewing and assessment of large collections of images in full size or handy thumbnail sizes, ViewNX (available as part of the Software Suite CDROM) makes it easier to browse, compare and organize files. Moreover, compatibility w i t h C a p t u r e N X e n a b l e s p r o d u c ti v e workflow.
Wireless Transmitter WT-4/4A Image Transfer System

Wireless LAN

Infrastructure mode
Data transfer using a wireless LAN access point
ViewNX System Requirements (Ver. 1.0)
OS Windows: Preinstalled versions of Windows Vista Home Basic/Home Premium/Business/Enterprise/ Ultimate (32-bit), Windows XP Home Edition/ Professional (SP2), Windows 2000 Professional (SP4) Macintosh: Mac OS X (version 10.3.9, 10.4.10) CPU/Model Windows: Intel Celeron/Pentium 4/Core series 1 GHz or higher Macintosh: Power PC G4/G5, Intel* Core series / Xeon series RAM Windows: 512 MB required, 1 GB or more recommended (Windows Vista 1 GB required, 1.5 GB or more recommended) Macintosh: 512 MB required, 1 GB or more recommended Hard disk 50 MB required for installation, 500 MB required (1 GB recommended) for operation Display Windows: XGA (1024 x 768 or more) with 24-bit color or more recommended Macintosh: XGA (1024 x 768 or more) with 16.7 million colors or more Others File compatibility Compliant with images, movies, sound files and image dust off data created by Nikon digital cameras Compliant with NEF, TIFF (RGB) and JPEG format images generated by Nikon application software CD-ROM drive required for installation * Universal binary compliant

a wider color gamut.

Large viewfinder features frame coverage of virtually 100%
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
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 help s en sure ma ximum image qualit y 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.
Histogram and channelindependent histogram displays
Accurate histogram and RGB his togram 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.
New Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 (optional)
The new optional MultiPower Bat ter y Pack MB-D10 combines added stability with extended shooting potential and the durability of a magnesium alloy external case with the same level
With EN-EL4a installed With EN-EL3e installed

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

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.
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 wor th 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.
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.

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 exposure s. Colors are reproduced noticeably better than photographs combined in an imaging application.

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.
Accurate white balance 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. 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.

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AI-, AI modified Nikkor or Nikon Series E Lenses12
Medical-Nikkor 120 mm f/4 Reflex-Nikkor PC-Nikkor AI-type Teleconverter18 Bellows Focusing Attachment PB-619 Auto Extension Rings PK-11A/12/13/PN-11
1. IX-Nikkor lenses cannot be used. 2. Vibration Reduction (VR) supported with VR lenses. 3. Spot metering meters selected focus point. 4. The camera's exposure metering and flash control systems do not work properly when shifting and/or tilting the lens, or when an aperture other than the maximum aperture is used. 5. Electronic rangefinder cannot be used while shifting or tilting. 6. Manual exposure mode only. 7. Compatible with AF-I Nikkor lenses and with all AF-S lenses except DX 12-24 mm f/4G ED and AF-S series 17-35 mm f/2.8D ED, DX 17-55 mm f/2.8G, 24-85 mm f/3.5-4.5G ED, VR 24-120 mm f/3.5-5.6G ED, and 28-70 mm f/2.8D ED. 8. With maximum effective aperture of f/5.6 or faster. 9. When focusing at minimum focus distance with AF 80-200mm f/2.8, AF 35-70mm f/2.8, new AF 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5, or AF 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 lenses at maximum zoom, in-focus indicator may be displayed when image on matte screen in viewfinder is not in focus. Adjust focus manually until image in viewfinder is in focus. 10. With maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster. 11. Some lenses cannot be used 12. Range of rotation for AI 80-200mm f/2.8 ED tripod mount is limited by camera body. Filters cannot be exchanged while AI 200-400mm f/4 ED is mounted on camera. 13. If maximum aperture is specified using Non-CPU Lens Data, aperture value will be displayed in viewfinder and control panel. 14. Can be used only if lens focal length and maximum aperture are specified using Non-CPU Lens Data. Use spot or center-weighted metering if desired results are not achieved. 15. For improved precision, specify lens focal length and maximum aperture using Non-CPU Lens Data. 16. Can be used in manual exposure modes at shutter speeds slower than 1/125 s. 17. Exposure determined by presetting lens aperture. In aperture-priority auto exposure mode, preset aperture using lens aperture ring before performing AE lock or shifting lens. In manual exposure mode, preset aperture using lens aperture ring and determine exposure before shifting lens. 18. Exposure compensation required when used with certain lenses. See teleconverter manual for details. 19. Requires Auto Extension Ring PK-12/13. Bellows Spacer PB-6D may be required depending on camera orientation. 20. Use preset aperture. In aperture-priority auto exposure mode, set aperture using focusing attachment before determining exposure and taking photograph. Reprocopy Outfit PF-4 requires Camera Holder PA-4.

Personal Computer**

AC adapters, Batteries, and Battery packs
Battery Chamber Cover BL-3 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4/EN-EL4a Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e*
Memory Card Capacity and Image Quality/Size
The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a 2 GB SanDisk Extreme III (SDCFX) card at different image quality and size settings.

Camera Control Pro 2

Quick Charger MH-21/MH-22
Eight R6/AA-size batteries** Quick Charger MH-18a*

AC Adapter EH-5a/EH-5

Semi-soft Case CF-D200
USB Cable UC-E4* Wireless Transmitter WT-4/4A

Software Suite*

Image Authentication Software
*Supplied accessories **Non-Nikon products

Rear Front 27 Delete button/Format button Exposure mode button/ 28 Playback button Format button 2 Exposure compensation button 29 Menu button 3 Shutter-release button 30 Protect button/Help button/Info button 4 Power switch 31 Thumbnail/playback zoom out button 5* Sub-command dial Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e, EN-EL4/EN-EL4a, eight 32 Playback zoom in button Compatible with one 6R6/AA-size alkaline, NiMH, lithium or nickel-manganese batteries; Rechargeable Li-ion 33 OK button Depth-of-field preview button 7Battery EN-EL4a/EN-EL4 and AA batteries, Video connector (under cover)/HDMI 34 Quick Charger MH-21/MH-22 available Fn button 8separately; BL-3 Battery Chamber Cover (available separately) required for use with connector (under cover)/DC-IN Mirror 9Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4/EN-EL4a. connector for optional AC adapter Focus-mode selector 10 Lens release button (under cover)/USB connector 11 Mounting index (under cover) 12 Ten-pin remote terminal cover 35 Monitor 13 Flash sync terminal cover 36 Tripod socket 14 Eyelet for camera strap 37 Contact cover for optional 15 Release mode dial lock release MB-D10 battery pack 16 Release mode dial 38 Battery-chamber cover 17 Image quality button 39 Battery-chamber cover latch 18 White balance button 40 Memory card slot cover 19 ISO sensitivity button 41 Card slot cover latch 20 Flash mode button/ 42 AF-area mode selector 43 Memory card access lamp Flash compensation button 21 Flash pop-up button 44 Focus selector lock 22 Accessory shoe 45 Multi selector 46 Main command dial (for optional flash unit) 23 AF-assist illuminator/Self-timer 47 AF-ON button 48 Metering selector lamp/Red-eye reduction lamp 24 Control panel 49 AE/AF lock button 25 Focal plane mark 50 Diopter adjustment control 26 Eyelet for camera strap 51 Viewfinder eyepiece cup 52 Viewfinder eyepiece

*1 All figures are approximate. File size varies with scene recorded. *2 Maximum number of exposures that can be stored in memory buffer. Capacity of memory buffer will drop if noise reduction is on. Drops if Optimal Quality is selected for JPEG Compression, ISO sensitivity is set to Hi 0.3 or higher, High ISO NR is on when auto ISO sensitivity control is on or ISO sensitivity is set to 800 or higher, or long exposure noise reduction, active D-lighting, or image authentication is on. *3 Maximum frame rate when recording 14-bit NEF (RAW) images is 2.5 fps. *4 Figures assume JPEG Compression is set to Size Priority. Selecting Optimal Quality increases the file size of JPEG images; number of images and buffer capacity drop accordingly.
Nikon Digital SLR Camera D300 Specifications
Type Type. Lens mount. Effective picture angle. Effective pixels Effective pixels. Image sensor Image sensor. Total pixels. Dust-reduction. System Storage Image size. (pixels) File format. Single-lens reflex digital camera Nikon F mount (with AF coupling and AF contacts) Approx. 1.5 x lens focal length (Nikon DX format) 12.3 million 23.6 x 15.8 mm CMOS sensor 13.1 million Image sensor cleaning, Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX software required) Exposure Metering. TTL exposure metering using 1,005-segment RGB sensor Metering method. Matrix: 3D color matrix metering II supported with type G and D lenses; color matrix metering II available with other CPU lenses and color matrix metering available with non-CPU lenses if user provides lens data Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 6, 8, 10 or 13-mm circle in center of frame, or weighting based on average of entire frame (fixed at 8 mm when non CPU lens is used) Spot: Meters 3-mm circle (about 2% of frame) centered on selected focus point (on center focus point when non-CPU lens is used). Matrix or center-weighted metering: 0-20 EV Range (ISO 100, f/1.4 lens, 68F/20C) Spot metering: 2-20 EV Exposure meter coupling. Combined CPU and AI Exposure mode. Programmed auto with flexible program (P); shutter-priority auto (S); aperture priority auto (A); manual (M) Exposure compensation.. -5 to +5 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV Exposure bracketing.. 2 to 9 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV Exposure lock.. Luminosity locked at detected value with AEL/AF-L button ISO sensitivity. ISO 200 to 3200 in steps of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV. Can also be set to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7 or 1 EV below (R.E.I.) ISO 200 or to approx. 0.3, 0.5, 0.7 or 1 EV above ISO 3200 Active D-Lighting. Can be selected from [High], [Normal] or [Low] Focus Autofocus. Nikon Multi-CAM 3500DX autofocus module with TTL phase detection, fine-tuning, 51 focus points (including 15 cross-type sensors) and AFassist illuminator (range approx. 1 ft. 8 in. to 9 ft. 10 in./0.5 to 3 m ) Detection range. -1 to +19 EV (ISO 100, 68F/20C) Lens servo. Autofocus: Instant single-servo AF (S); continuous-servo AF (C); predictive focus tracking automatically activated according to subject status in single- and continuous-servo AF Manual (M): Electronic range finding supported Focus point. Can be selected from 51 or 11 focus points.. Single-point AF, Dynamic-area AF, Automatic-area AF AF-area mode Focus lock. Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L button Flash Built-in flash. Manual pop-up with button release and a Guide Number of 56/17 (ft/m, ISO 200, 68F/20C; GN at ISO 100 equivalent is 39/12) or 59/18 in manual mode (ft/m, ISO 200, 68F/20C; GN at ISO 100 equivalent is 43/13) Flash control. TTL: i-TTL balanced fill-flash and standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR using 1,005-segment RGB sensor are available with built-in flash and SB-800, SB-600 or SB-400 Auto aperture: Available with SB-800 and CPU lens Non-TTL auto: Supported flash units include SB-800, 28, 27 and 22 s Range-priority manual: Available with SB-800 Flash mode. Front curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync Flash compensation.. -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV Flash bracketing. 2 to 9 frames in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 2/3 or 1 EV Flash-ready. Lights when built-in flash or SB-series Speedlight such as 800, 600, 400, 80DX, 28DX or 50DX indicator is fully charged; blinks after flash is fired at full output Accessory shoe. Nikon Creative. Lighting System (CLS) Standard ISO 518 hot-shoe contact with safety lock Advanced Wireless Lighting supported with built-in flash or Speedlights such as SB-800, or SU-800 as commander and SB-800, 600 or R200 as remotes; Auto FP High-Speed Sync and modeling illumination supported with all CLS-compatible flash units except SB-400; Flash Color Information Communication and FV lock supported with all CLS-compatible flash units

4,288 x 2,848 (L) 3,216 x 2,136 (M) 2,144 x 1,424 (S) NEF (RAW): 12 or 14-bit, lossless compressed, compressed, or uncompressed TIFF (RGB) JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx. 1 : 4), normal (approx. 1 : 8), or basic (approx. 1 : 16) compression (Size priority); Optimal quality compression available NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats Picture Control. Can be selected from Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome; storage for up to nine custom System Picture Controls. Type I and II CompactFlash memory cards (UDMA Media compliant); Microdrives File system. DCF (Design Rule for Camera File Systems) 2.0, DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), Exif 2.21 (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras), PictBridge Viewfinder Viewfinder Eye-level pentaprism single-lens reflex viewfinder Frame coverage. Approx. 100% horizontal and 100% vertical Magnification.. Approx. 0.94 x (50mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, -1.0 m-1) Eyepoint. 19.5 mm (-1.0 m -1) Diopter adjustment. -2 to +1 m -1 Focusing screen. Type B BriteView clear matte screen Mark II with AF area brackets (grid lines can be displayed) Reflex mirror. Quick return Depth-of-field. When depth of field preview button is pressed, lens aperture is stopped down to value selected preview by user (A and M modes) or by camera (P and S modes) Lens aperture.. Instant return, electronically controlled Lens Compatible lenses. Refer to page 18 Shutter Type.. Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter Shutter Speed. 1/8000 to 30 s in steps of 1/3, 1/2, or 1 EV, Bulb, X250 Flash sync speed. X=1/250 s; synchronizes with shutter at 1/320 s or slower (flash range drops at speeds between 1/320 and 1/250 s) Release Release mode.. S (Single frame), CL (Continuous-low speed), CH (Continuous high-speed), LV (Live view), (Selftimer), M UP (Mirror up) Frame advance. With Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e: Up to 6 fps rate With Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 (optional) and Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4a/EN-EL4 (optional) or eight R6/AA-size batteries or with AC Adapter EH-5a/EH-5 (optional): Up to 7 fps (CL mode) or 8 fps (CH mode) Self-timer.. Can be selected from 2, 5, 10 and 20 s duration
White balance White balance. Auto (TTL white-balance with main image sensor and 1,005 segment RGB sensor); seven manual modes with fine-tuning; color temperature setting Bracketing.. 2 to 9 frames in steps of 1, 2 or 3 Live View Modes. Hand-held, Tripod Autofocus. Hand-held: Phase-detection AF with 51 focus points (including 15 cross-type sensors) Tripod: Contrast-detect AF anywhere in frame Monitor Monitor.. 3-in., approx. 920,000-dot (VGA), low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with 170 viewing angle, approx. 100% frame coverage and brightness adjustment Playback Playback. Full-frame and thumbnail (four or nine images) playback with playback zoom, slide show, histogram display, auto image rotation and image comment (up to 36 characters) Interface USB. Hi-Speed USB Video output. Can be selected from NTSC and PAL HDMI output. Version 1.3a with type A HDMI connector; camera monitor turns off when HDMI cable is connected Ten-pin remote. Can be used to connect remote control or GPS terminal device compliant with NMEA 0183 version 2.01 or 3.01 (requires optional GPS Cable MC-35 and cable with D-sub 9-pin connector) Supported languages Supported.. Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Dutch, languages English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish Power source. One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e Battery Battery pack. Optional Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 with one Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e, ENEL4/EN-EL4a, eight R6/AA-size alkaline, Ni-MH, lithium, or nickel-manganese batteries; Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4a/EN-EL4 and R6/AA-size batteries available separately; Battery Chamber Cover BL-3 (available separately) required for use with Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL4/EN-EL4a. AC adapter. AC adapter EH-5a/EH-5 (available separately) Tripod socket Tripod socket. 1/4 in. (ISO 1222) Dimensions and weight Dimensions. Approx. 5.8 x 4.5 x 2.9 in. / 147 x 114 x 74 mm Weight.. Approx. 1 lb. 13 oz. / 825 g without battery, memory card, body cap or monitor cover Operating environment Temperature. 32-104F (0-40C) Humidity. Less than 85% (no condensation) Supplied Accessories Supplied Accessories. Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e, Quick (may differ by Charger MH-18a, USB Cable UC-E4, Video Cable country or area) EG-D100, Strap AN-D300, LCD Monitor Cover BM-8, Body cap, Eyepiece Cap DK-5, Rubber Eyecup DK-23, Software Suite CD-ROM

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