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Can a digital SLR be easy to operate and affordable? With Nikon's D40, yes it can and it can be more! It is a compact little camera which gives you stunning images with its state of the art 6.1 MP resolution. Designed to be easy to use, you get professional quality photographs without having to fool with all of the complex equations. The automated Digital Vari Program takes the guesswork out of photography!
The lens that comes with the camera is a 52mm, with a focal length range of 18 to 55mm. With this wonderful lens and a body full great function you'll get wonderful photographs full of the sharp images you are looking for. Take this on vacation, to the family reunion or to the playground, to record days you will want to remember years from now.
Where ever you go, what ever you do, a great camera is an excellent addition to your packing. Splashing along the white beaches of Florida, or driving the Blue Ridge Parkway during the Fall, you will get the beautiful, colorful pictures you crave, without the complications of heavy, multi-step cameras can give. You will get what you want with the lightweight, easy-to-use Nikon D40!
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Best Starter DSLR
- Pros: This is a great camera and a huge step up from point and shoot. If you think your point and shoot pics are good and want to move to the next level but don't want to spend over $1K, this is a great camera to start with. Big plus is its light weight and smaller size than some of the pro DSLR's. Thus it's not bulky. It takes great pics, especially landscape, and as one reviewer said, I still don't use all the features available. Slowly I've started using aperture preferred, etc. but in the beginning the auto everything was perfect for me until I started to get daring to try new things.
- Cons: The macro is not as good as my Casio P&S, but you're supposed to use a real macro lens. Nikon macro lenses cost about $300, so that's a future purchase.
A camera case would be nice, and an extra battery if you have the spare cash. The battery lasts a long time, but if you take a lot of flash pics, it wears it down. I shoot 200 - 400 pics per outing so I have to recharge the next day (takes 90 minutes for a full recharge).
- Other Thoughts: I don't use the RAW format, I just take everything in jpeg format and they're awesome pictures.
Also, the LCD viewer is only for viewing the photos. You can't use it for composing photos or taking videos like P&S. You have to use the viewfinder.
Several of my friends have seen my D40 and they plan to buy one too.
Great Camera - Good Price
- Pros: Easy to use; takes great pics; auto ISO/auto contrast settings work extremely well; light weight; very accurate, very bright 2.5" LCD; excellent kit lens; good battery life; great price
- Cons: Light meter is off but you can compensate by adjusting the exposure setting.
- Other Thoughts: I can't believe how fun and easy it is to take shots with this thing. The auto-ISO setting ( Canon doesn't have this feature) allows the camera to auto adjust to light conditions and it does it extremely well. The same goes for the auto contrast setting. Set the ISO and contrast on auto, adjust the exposure, and shoot without having to worry about anything. The battery will last you an entire day of shooting and then some. The 2.5" LCD is extremely accurate and bright unlike Canon's LCD. The menus are easy to navigate and the camera and lens are so light that it allows you to take the D40 anywhere and enjoy DSLR quality shots. I didn't have a Nikon SLR previously, so that the fact that you must have AF-S or the older pro AF-l lenses was not a problem. Also, dont worry about the 6 megapixels, the price and the quality of the pictures this camera produces more than compensates.
| Model | 25420 |
| Package Type | Single Lens Kit |
| Image Sensor | CCD |
| Effective Pixels | 6.0 - 6.9 MP |
| LCD | 2.5" |
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Best deal in digital SLR
- Pros: -Great picture quality
-Flash can sync at 1/500 second
-Lightweight and small camera body
-Low cost
-Great battery life, can photograph all day and be near full charge.
-Fairly easy to use, decent menu system
-A real viewfinder
-Decent results at high ISO settings
- Cons: -Limited compatibility with older Nikon lenses
-only 6 MP
-Nikon stopped making them recently(get one while you can).
- Other Thoughts: Bottom line: This is the best deal in digital SLRs, if you have some experience with digital cameras it is easy to use. You needn't break the bank, as you can get started for under $500, some point and shoots cost more than the D40! It is higher quality than some of its successors like D60, D3000, D5000. If you want to spend more, like $1,000, go for the D90, which is the next plateau. The 6MP is not as much a limit as you may think, get a 4-8GB SD card and you can store hundreds of shots. Because of this the pixels are larger and will perform better at high ISOs: 800 is decent, 1600 is usable, the lowest (default) is 200. Do set the exposure compensation 0.7 stop underexposed for best results, I find this necessary in almost all cameras though.
Best Entry Level DSLR and then some
- Pros: The 6MP is actually an advantage with this DSLR. You get low noise levels at low light situations when the ISO is high, even at 1600 with the right lens. I have had this camera since they came out in 2006 I believe and it still ranks with friends' cameras which are later and more MPs. It has the auto settings for the beginners and then later it allows you to really tweak its settings. For more glowing reviews on this...see Ken Rockwell's views on this camera. Hear from an expert. I am ready to upgrade now after 3 years with this camera but I don't plan on selling it. I am going to keep it. Why? Because I love my little powerhouse.
- Cons: Low MPs can be a problem when cropping..although compared to my friend's 10MP camera, we get almost the same results from cropping. It is so good that you are reluctant to upgrade..you don't want to retire it, even with today's latest cameras.
- Other Thoughts: If this is your first DSLR, do not hesitate to buy this...you will not be disappointed. Also see Ken Rockwell's site after you purchase it, to get the most out of your D40. For sample pics...go to flickr and see the pictures produced by this camera.
Family choice!
- Pros: Great starter DSLR camera. Woarks great in both professional and in family point-n-shoot modes. Sturdy assembly, ergonomic body and easy controls. Great quality professional product that lasts for a reasonable price.
- Cons: No major CONs. Auto focus is slow in poorly lit (i.e. non-professional) setting.
My wife finds it a bit heavy, but still enjoys the results.
- Other Thoughts: Originally recommended to me by a college teacher for the Photography class.
Find a smaller (non-branded) camera bag if you want to take D40 on family outings leaving bulky lens collection at home.
| General |
| Brand |
Nikon |
| Model |
D40 |
| Color |
Black |
| Dimensions |
Approx. 5.0" x 2.5" x 3.7" |
| Weight |
Approx. 1 lbs. 1oz. without battery, memory card or body cap |
| Package Type |
Single Lens Kit |
| Image Sensor |
| Image Sensor |
CCD |
| Image Sensor Size |
23.7 x 15.6 mm |
| Gross Pixels |
6.24 MP |
| Effective Pixels |
6.1 MP |
| Color Filter System |
RGB |
| Resolution |
3008 x 2000 |
| Recording System |
| File Format |
Exif 2.21, Compliant DCF 2.0 and DPOF |
| Image Type |
Compressed NEF (RAW): 12-bit compression,
JPEG: JPEG baseline-compliant |
| Recording Media |
SD / SDHC Card |
| White Balance |
| White Balance |
Auto (TTL white-balance with 420-pixel RGB sensor), six manual modes with fine-tuning and preset white balance |
| Viewfinder |
| Viewfinder Type |
Fixed-eyelevel penta-Dach mirror |
| Coverage |
Approx. 95% (vertical/horizontal) |
| Magnification |
Approx. 0.8x with 50mm lens at infinity; -1.0m-1 |
| Eyepoint |
18mm (-1.0m-1) |
| Dioptric Adjustment |
-1.7 to +0.5m-1 |
| Focusing Screen |
Type B BriteView Clear Matte screen Mark V with superimposed focus brackets |
| Viewfinder Information |
Focus indications, AE lock indicator, Shutter speed, Aperture value, Exposure/ Exposure compensation indicator, Exposure mode, Flash output level compensation, Exposure compensation, Number of remaining exposures, Flash-ready indicator |
| LCD Monitor |
| LCD |
2.5" 230K |
| Focus |
| Focusing Modes |
1) Single Area AF, 2) Dynamic Area AF, 3) Dynamic Area AF with Closest Subject Priority |
| AF Points |
3 Points |
| Focus Lock |
Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L button |
| Exposure |
| Exposure Control |
Digital Vari-Program ( Auto, Auto [Flash Off], Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close Up, Night Portrait) Programmed Auto (P) with flexible program; Shutter-Priority Auto (S); Aperture- Priority Auto (A); Manual (M) |
| Exposure Compensation |
±5 EV in increments of 1/3 EV |
| Metering System |
TTL full-aperture exposure metering system
1) 3D Color Matrix Metering II (type G and D lenses); Color Matrix Metering II (other CPU lenses); metering performed by 420-segment RGB sensor
2) Center-weighted:Weight of 75% given to 8mm circle in center of frame
3) Spot: Meters 3.5mm circle (about 2.5% of frame) centered on active focus area |
| ISO Sensitivity |
200 to 1,600 in steps of 1 EV with additional setting one step over 1600 |
| Shutter |
| Shutter Type |
Combined mechanical and CCD electronic shutter |
| Shutter Speed |
30 to 1/4000 s. in steps of 1/3, bulb |
| Self-timer |
Electronically controlled timer with duration of 2, 5, 10 or 20 s |
| Remote Control Support |
Via Wireless Remote Control ML-L3 (optional) |
| Flash |
| Flash Control |
1) TTL: TTL flash control by 420-segment RGB sensor. i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR and standard i-TTL fill-flash for digital SLR available when CPU lens is used with Built-in Flash, SB-800, SB-600, and SB-400
2) Auto aperture: Available with SB-800 with CPU lens
3) Non-TTL Auto: Available with Speedlights such as SB- 800, 80DX, 28DX, 28, 27, and 22s
4) Range-priority manual available with SB-800 |
| Flash Exposure Compensation |
-3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 EV |
| Function |
| Shooting Modes |
1) Single frame shooting mode, 2) Continuous shooting mode: approx. 2.5 frames per second, 3) Self-timer mode, 4) Delayed remote mode: 2 s. delay, 5) Quick-response remote mode |
| Playback |
1 frame; Thumbnail (4 or 9 segments); Magnifying playback; Slide show; Histogram indication; Highlight point display; Auto image rotation |
| Delete |
Card format, All frames delete, Selected frames delete |
| Lens |
| Compatible Lenses |
1) AF-S, AF-I: All functions supported
2) Other Type G or D AF Nikkor: All functions supported except autofocus
3) PC Micro-Nikkor 85mm f/2.8D: Can only be used in mode M; all other functions supported except autofocus
4) Other AF Nikkor*2/AI-P Nikkor: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D Color Matrix Metering II
5) Non-CPU: Can be used in mode M, but exposure meter does not function; electronic range finder can be used if maximum aperture is f/5.6 or faster |
| Lens Mount |
Nikon F mount with AF contacts |
| Interface |
| USB |
Yes |
| Power Source |
| Battery |
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9 |
| Manufacturer Warranty |
| Labor |
1 year limited |
| Parts |
1 year limited |
Introduction
Can a digital SLR be easy to operate and affordable? With Nikon's D40, yes it can and it can be more! It is a compact little camera which gives you stunning images with its state of the art 6.1 MP resolution. Designed to be easy to use, you get professional quality photographs without having to fool with all of the complex equations. The automated Digital Vari Program takes the guesswork out of photography!
The lens that comes with the camera is a 52mm, with a focal length range of 18 to 55mm. With this wonderful lens and a body full great function you'll get wonderful photographs full of the sharp images you are looking for. Take this on vacation, to the family reunion or to the playground, to record days you will want to remember years from now.
Where ever you go, what ever you do, a great camera is an excellent addition to your packing. Splashing along the white beaches of Florida, or driving the Blue Ridge Parkway during the Fall, you will get the beautiful, colorful pictures you crave, without the complications of heavy, multi-step cameras can give. You will get what you want with the lightweight, easy-to-use Nikon D40!
Highlights
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6.1 Megapixel DX-format CCD Sensor
The high-performance 6.1 effective megapixel DX-format CCD image sensor produces fine details with vivid, true-to-life colors, perfect for enlargements of up to 16 x 20 inches. More pixels allow picture cropping and enlargement while maintaining great image quality.
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2.5-inch High-resolution LCD Monitor
The Nikon D40 features a large 2.5" LCD monitor with a 230,000 pixel resolution for easy use of the menu, identification of onscreen icons and adjustments of settings. Magnify your image preview at up to 19 times and navigate through menus with large type fonts!
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Nikon In-camera Image Editing
The Nikon D40 features an image Retouch menu that provides versatile in-camera editing functions including D-Lighting, Red-Eye Fix, Image Overlay, Monochrome settings and custom color filter effects to extend your creative reach.
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Nikon Flash Technology
Nikon's innovative i-TTL flash control system quickly evaluates and calculates each scene's ideal lighting for outstanding results. The built-in Speedlight delivers soft, natural light for beautifully exposed images in various situations.
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Fast and Accurate 3-Area Autofocus
Inherited from advanced Nikon digital SLR cameras, the D40’s 3-Area AF system and refined algorithms enable fast, precise autofocus and improved focus tracking for consistently sharper pictures.
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AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II Kit Lens
The AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II kit lens provides a useful zoom range from 18mm to 55mm (35 mm equivalent: 27-82.5mm), great for scenery, portrait and other daily shots. The ED II lens features silent wave motor (SWM) for super-quiet zoom and focus operations.
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Reviewed By: rytis on 5/19/2007
Tech Level: high - Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
