I’ve been having trouble with the Main Command Dial on my D300. I find when I want to change shutter speeds or adjust my EV, it takes a couple of clicks to get it to change. My first indications was when it started to stiffen up. It makes sense to me as that is the most used dial I use on my camera. I’ve been looking for quite some time in having another D300 as a backup but did not want to put out the money and wondering if it would be more feasible to wait for the next generation to come out. I’ve been using my old D100 as a backup but I’m noticing some switch issues with it also. Financially a used D300(s) would be a better solution than paying a higher price for the next generation. I found a used D300 on Craigslist that’s a year newer than mine and with about 50k actuations. He told me bought it to play with Photomatix HDR and therefor the higher shutter count. The price fit my budget and he threw in the Nikon 18-70mm kit lens. We ran it through a few tests then made a deal with him. So, here is a shot of one of my tree ornaments using the camera with the lens. So, I guess I bought myself a Christmas present!
6 Comments
Faye White
Good for you! There are times when I regret having sold my D300. But it was too good of a camera to have just waiting in the wings. It was indispensable on my trip to S. Africa though… less lens swapping. 🙂 Have a merry and safe holiday!
Monte Stevens
I would like have D700 but I’m pretty well committed to the DX format with lenses. I decided a while back that my equipment needs to be minimal and fast FX lens are not minimal in size or price. I do not enjoy carrying heavy stuff. And, the D300 is a good tool for any photographer. Enjoy the rest of your day!
Earl
Sounds like a reasonable decision, Monte and congratulation on the new acquisition. Have a very Merry Christmas!
Monte Stevens
Thanks, Earl, and hope you enjoy the holiday season.
Ken Bello
Good luck with the new (newer?) D300. You should get years of good use out of it.
Monte Stevens
Thanks, Ken. I hope these two cameras work for me. I previously had two D100 for about 5 years and because of that I did not need to upgrade to the D200, waiting to upgrade to the D300. Hope you have a great day.