Nikon D300 - DSLR Anyone using one ?

Hi All

I'm thinking of very soon buying a Nikon D300 DSLR.... just wondered if anyone is using one and if so any thoughts good or bad ?


Cheers

Mark [:D]

[Darren Wheeler]

Not got one, but have only heard good things about it.

The reviews for it seem positive. May I ask does the camera have to be a Nikon? If not you may want to consider the offerings by Canon. I think the Canon EOS 5D is their equivalent to the Nikon D300, it's been on sale for a few years but it's capabilities matches the D300 and you can be assured that it is a 'tried-and-tested' product so to speak.

I know it's a few levels down but I own a Canon EOS 400D and it's superb.

[Darren Wheeler]

Wouldn't touch the 5D with an oily stick, as that is what they use to fit the sensor. Long line of complaints about dirty sensors on 5D's.

To be honest, all the reviews I have seen would make me ditch Canon and head to the dark side. If it wasn't for the cost of replacing everything, I would consider it.

D300 Review

Originally posted by Darren Wheeler
Wouldn't touch the 5D with an oily stick, as that is what they use to fit the sensor. Long line of complaints about dirty sensors on 5D's.

To be honest, all the reviews I have seen would make me ditch Canon and head to the dark side. If it wasn't for the cost of replacing everything, I would consider it.

D300 Review

Why would a Canon sensor be more susceptible to dust than a Nikon?

Having been an early adopter of the 300D and now on a 20D for a few years I have indeed had the pleasure of attempting to clean the damn sensor.

Thank God for the Photoshop 'clone tool' is all I say!

Regards

John

Well I picked up my D300 ... all I can say is what a great piece of kit [:D].... lives up to all its great reviews and more !

Cheers

Mark [:D]

Can I ask what you paid for it? Feel free to pm me if you prefer - I'm trying to find a good deal...

Originally posted by vizbiz
Can I ask what you paid for it? Feel free to pm me if you prefer - I'm trying to find a good deal...

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MS [:D]