Nikon D300s vs Nikon Z7 II
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D300s and Nikon Z7 II. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Nikon.
Nikon D300s were released 2009 and Nikon Z7 II was released 2020. That is a 11 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D300s | 2009 |
Nikon Z7 II | 2020 |
Type of camera
Nikon D300s is a DSLR camera while Nikon Z7 II is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D300s has a "Nikon DX"-sensor while Nikon Z7 II has a "Nikon FX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Nikon D300s | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Nikon Z7 II | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Nikon D300s has a 12,3 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z7 II has 46 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D300s |
12,3 MP
12212224 pixels 4288 x 2848 |
Nikon Z7 II |
46 MP
45441024 pixels 8256 x 5504 |
Nikon Z7 II has a 272 % larger resolution than Nikon D300s. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Nikon Z7 II has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D300s. Nikon Z7 II has an ISO range that stretches from 64 to 25600 while Nikon D300s has 200 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D300s | 200-6400 |
Nikon Z7 II | 64-25600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D300s
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z7 II
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D300s can shoot up to 7 pictures per seconds and Nikon Z7 II can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D300s | 7 |
Nikon Z7 II | 10 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Nikon D300s and Nikon Z7 II can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Nikon D300s weighs 938 gr (equal to 2.07 lb) which is 33% heavier than Nikon Z7 II and its 705 gr (or 1.55 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D300s | 938 gr 2.07 lb |
Nikon Z7 II | 705 gr 1.55 lb |
Nikon D300s vs Nikon Z7 II Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D300s and Nikon Z7 II, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Nikon D300s |
Nikon Z7 II |
Name | Nikon D300s | Nikon Z7 II |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D300s |
Nikon Z7 II |
Release Year | 2009 | 2020 |
Release Date | 2009-07-30 | 2020-10-14 |
MSRP | 1799 USD | 2999 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D300s |
Nikon Z7 II |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Nikon D300s |
Nikon Z7 II |
Sensor Size |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 4288 x 2848 pixels | 8256 x 5504 pixels |
Megapixels | 12,3 MP | 46 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED | DUAL EXPEED 6 |
Image |
Nikon D300s |
Nikon Z7 II |
ISO Range | 200 - 6400 | 64 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 12 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor Shift (5 axis)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 5 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW + TIFF | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon D300s |
Nikon Z7 II |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 51 | 493 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon Z See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Nikon D300s |
Nikon Z7 II |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 920000 | 2100000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.) | 0.8x |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 3690000 |
Photography features |
Nikon D300s |
Nikon Z7 II |
Frames per second | 7 fps | 10 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 900 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D300s |
Nikon Z7 II |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
Motion JPEG |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Nikon D300s |
Nikon Z7 II |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC XQD |
Connectivity |
Nikon D300s |
Nikon Z7 II |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (Optional, wired or wireless) |
Yes (via MC-DC2 or smartphone)
|
GPS |
Yes Optional with GP-1 |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D300s |
Nikon Z7 II |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion EN-EL3e rechargeable battery & charger
|
EN-EL15c lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 950 shots | 420 shots |
Width | 147 mm | 134 mm |
Height | 114 mm | 101 mm |
Depth | 74 mm | 70 mm |
Weight | 938 gram | 705 gram |