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Nikon D300

I love this camera!

even though I've had a few images published and have even given a class or two on outdoor photography I'd call myself an amateur photographer.

The D300 fits the bill to a tee for what I use it for. I can use it as a point and shoot if I need while at the same time if I want to really try to create a nice image the D300 has the umph to do it. 

The Pros: Great images; The battery lasts forever (I forgot my charger over Christmas and was still able to take over 700 shots, including much looking at images, deleting etc. - I was shocked at how long it lasted); It takes wonderful low light pictures.

The Cons: She's heavy. The sensor is a DX, that means the it is slightly smaller than 35mm which makes for a smaller angle of view. Related to that are the relatively small number of DX specific lenses available. Try to find a super wide angle DX lens. 

For me the D300 is the ticket and remains the best Christmas gift ever!

For more detailed specs on these camera go to Ken Rockwell's photography site, it's good.

Almost all of the pictures you see on these site have been taken with the D300. Click below to see some more!

Little Si - Tiger Mtn - Mount Si -  Rattlesnake Ledge

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