Control and option comparison between the Nikon D7000 and the D300s?

Question

I'm looking to purchase a new camera for both photoshoots and videos. I know all the technical differences like resolution, speed,...and all that. But I went to a shop where the sales lady told me that the controls were better on the D300s and also the Auto Focus is much faster.

1. Does anyone have experience using the 2 and could tell me if there is a noticeable difference in Auto Focus between the D300s and the D7000
2. Do you know what she meant by better controls on the D300s?

Thanks for any input.

Answer

Well, I've had both and while it is a close call on AF and buttons, but I would give an edge to the D7000.

There are more AF-points on the D300S but I could not tell you which is faster, they are both very fast in that respect.

The controls is a matter of personal taste but the D7000 is more efficient to me, particularly with Easy ISO enabled. It has an actual mode dial too, which makes changing exposure-modes easier.

The D300S is a great but aging camera. The D7000's photo quality in low-light is much improved over it. I would suspect the sales lady trying to get rid of older models on unsuspecting clients. Luckily you camera here and asked ;)

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