Top Five DSLR Cameras for 2008 - Nikon D300
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The Nikon D300 replaces the D200 of a couple of years ago. For the most part, the D300 is a nice upgrade over the D200, which was already a good all-around SLR. The body of the D300 is built like a tank; it will withstand years of wear and tear because of its solid build. This DSLR weighs just over two pounds (body only), and it's very comfortable to hold and operate.
The D300 features a 12 MP CMOS sensor for high resolution shots, and comes with two choices for lenses (bundled as a kit). There is either an 18-135 mm lens or an 18-200 mm lens available in the kit. The bundled kits (camera body and lens) retail for about $2,000 and $2,500 respectively. Both lenses are of great quality and feature Nikon's Vibration Reduction (VR) technology, which helps to minimize camera-shake. The body of the D300 doesn't have any type of VR feature, so it's important to get a lens that has this type of function built into it – this is why I recommend buying the D300 as a kit.
When it comes to speed and performance, the D300 really shines. Although it's not the speediest of cameras, the D300 is about average in terms of shooting speeds when compared to other cameras in its class. Photos taken with the D300 look excellent, with great exposure, accurate colors, and broad tonal ranges.
Overall, the Nikon D300 is a great camera that is built to last, takes awesome photos, and is up to par in the speed department. This camera may be slightly overpriced for its class, but for those looking for the best, the Nikon D300 may be worth the extra money.
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