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A Pair of Aces
With Creativity as the Common Denominator

Two new Nikon digital SLRs represent opposite ends of the enthusiast’s spectrum. The D300S is a pro-level camera that adds D-Movie capability to a lineup of sophisticated features, while the D3000 provides easy access to great pictures for D-SLRfirst-timers.

What they share is Nikon advanced technology and the promise of creative image making.

The 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor D300S is already a favorite of a number of pro shooters as well as advanced enthusiasts. With its D-Movie capability, the D300S is an invitation to photographers to add a new level of versatility, creativity and expression to their work. It’s a camera that’s going to suggest possibilities and opportunities to a variety of image makers, including sports shooters, photojournalists, wedding and nature photographers.

The D3000 is perfect for photo enthusiasts who are ready to move up from point-and-shoot to the advantages of a D-SLR but who want to take point-and-shoot’s easy-does-it attitude with them. It’s a lightweight, compact, ready-when-you-are camera that minimizes the shutter delay common to pocket cameras while it opens the door to the creativity of interchangeable NIKKOR lenses and the amazing performance of Nikon Speedlights.

A highlight of the D3000 is a Nikon first: Guide Mode, an in-camera system that provides menu-driven assistance to take you through the picture-taking process with step-by-step help. No matter what end result you’d like to achieve, Guide Mode will get you there. It’s the perfect intimidation-free feature for the step-up enthusiast and the perfect teaching tool for those who’d like to learn more about the craft of photography. It also makes the D3000 an ideal camera if you’ve got gift giving in mind.