Nikon D300S vs Nikon D3200
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Nikon D300S vs Nikon D3200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 938g - 147 x 114 x 74mm
- Released November 2009
- Replaced the Nikon D300
- Replacement is Nikon D600
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 505g - 125 x 96 x 77mm
- Released July 2012
- Previous Model is Nikon D3100
- Updated by Nikon D3300

Nikon D300S vs Nikon D3200 Overview
The following is a extensive analysis of the Nikon D300S vs Nikon D3200, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are created by Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the D300S (12MP) and D3200 (24MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

The D300S was manufactured 3 years prior to the D3200 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D300S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon D3200 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the D300S matches up against the D3200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon D300S vs Nikon D3200 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D300S & Nikon D3200. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D300S Gallery & Nikon D3200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D300S over the Nikon D3200
D300S | D3200 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D3200 over the Nikon D300S
D3200 | D300S | |||
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Released | July 2012 | ![]() | November 2009 | Newer by 32 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D300S and Nikon D3200
D300S | D3200 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Nikon D300S vs Nikon D3200 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon D300S offers physical dimensions of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") along with a weight of 938 grams (2.07 lbs) and the Nikon D3200 has sizing of 125mm x 96mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon D300S vs Nikon D3200 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the D300S versus the D3200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the D300S and D3200 is 55 and 67 respectively.

Nikon D300S vs Nikon D3200 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the D300S and D3200.
As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon D3200 to result in extra detail due to its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged D300S will be behind in sensor technology.

Nikon D300S vs Nikon D3200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D300S vs Nikon D3200 Specifications
Nikon D300S | Nikon D3200 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon D300S | Nikon D3200 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2009-11-16 | 2012-07-25 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 6016 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 309 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle | TFT LCD with 160� viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250s | 1/200s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 938g (2.07 pounds) | 505g (1.11 pounds) |
Dimensions | 147 x 114 x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") | 125 x 96 x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 70 | 81 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.5 | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.2 | 13.2 |
DXO Low light rating | 787 | 1131 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 950 photos | 540 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL3e | EN-EL14 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash Type I/SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant |
Storage slots | Two | 1 |
Launch pricing | $1,630 | $530 |