Nikon D300S DSLR Camera (Body Only) (AS-IS)

The Nikon D300S is a professional DX-format DSLR camera body built around a 12.3-megapixel CMOS sensor and Nikon’s EXPEED image processing engine. Engineered with a rugged magnesium alloy chassis and comprehensive weather sealing, it offers a robust 51-point Multi-CAM 3500DX autofocus system, continuous shooting speeds up to 7 frames per second, and 720p HD video recording capabilities. Positioned as a flagship APS-C DSLR, it remains a reliable option for action, wildlife, and sports photography enthusiasts seeking dedicated tactile controls and durable construction.

Key Features and Specifications

* 12.3MP DX-Format CMOS Sensor & EXPEED Processor: Delivers clean imaging with a 1.5x crop factor and fast operational response times.
* 51-Point AF System: High-density Multi-CAM 3500DX autofocus module with 15 cross-type sensors for precise subject tracking.
* Fast Continuous Shooting: Capable of up to 7 fps burst shooting (expandable to 8 fps with MB-D10 multi-power battery pack).
* 720p HD D-Movie Video Capture: Records 1280 x 720 video at 24 fps with stereo sound input capability via external microphone jack.
* Durable Build: Weather-sealed magnesium alloy body rated for up to 150,000 shutter release cycles.
* 3.0″ High-Resolution LCD: 920,000-dot VGA display with Live View framing capabilities.
* Nikon F Mount: Full physical compatibility with AI-S, AF-D, AF-S, and G-type Nikkor lenses.

Condition and Included Accessories

* Included Accessories: Battery and battery charger.
* Physical and Operational Condition: Tested and operational with notable functional/cosmetic defects:
* Top Control LCD: Displays a physical crack on the top LCD panel; screen illuminates and functions, but exhibits slight fogging underneath the cover glass.
* Card Slots: CompactFlash (CF) slot has a bent pin and is non-functional (media recording limited to the functional SD card slot).
* Front Sub-Command Dial: Front control dial is finicky/intermittent and requires deliberate, slow scrolling to register input changes accurately.