Upgrade Guide

Nikon D3400→Nikon D300S

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Nikon

D3400

£94

2016

→

Upgrade to

Nikon

D300S

£145 (+£51)

2009

✅

Worthwhile

Clear improvements over the D3400. Whether it justifies the cost depends on which upgrades matter most to your shooting.

What's new in the D300S

Unchanged or similar

Suitability by genre

Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.

Full spec comparison

Spec	D3400	D300S
Price	£94	£145
Released	2016	2009	↓
Sensor	24.2MP APS-C CMOS	12.3MP APS-C CMOS
Resolution	24MP	12MP	↓
Video	Full HD 1080p/60	720p/24
Autofocus	11-point phase-detect (1 cross-type) via viewfinder; contrast AF with face priority in live view	51-point phase-detect (15 cross-type) via viewfinder; contrast AF in live view (tripod mode)
Stabilisation	No IBIS (lens-based stabilisation only)	No IBIS (lens-based stabilisation only)
Burst Rate	5fps	7fps	↑
Battery Life	~1200 shots (CIPA)	~950 shots (CIPA)	↓
Weight	445g (with battery)	920g (with battery)	↓
Weather Sealed	Not weather sealed	Yes	↑
Viewfinder	Optical pentamirror, 95% coverage, 0.85x	Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.94x
Screen	3.0" fixed LCD, 921k dots	3.0" fixed LCD, 920k dots
Mount	Nikon F-mount (DX)	Nikon F-mount (DX)
Memory Cards	Single SD slot	Dual slots: CompactFlash + SD

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