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Manufacturer: Nikon Inc. Part number: 25420
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- The Nikon D40 is a great transition camera for going from point-and-shoot to your first dSLR.
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CNET editors' review
Nikon D40 (with 18-55mm lens) price range: $254.41 - $619.99
- Reviewed by: Lori Grunin
- Reviewed on: 11/22/2006
- Released on: 12/01/2006
The good: Excellent feel and compact size; very customizable menu architecture; nice guidance for dSLR newbies; excellent noise characteristics for high-ISO shots.
The bad: Slow kit lens; occasionally slow to focus; only 6 megapixels; raw editing software costs extra; control scheme can be awkward; no automatic sensor cleaning.
The bottom line: The Nikon D40 is a great transition camera for going from point-and-shoot to your first dSLR.
User reviews
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The perfect step up from point and shoot.
by sbgeorge on December 14, 2006
Pros: Superb image quality, light weight, great LCD screen, ease of use.
Cons: None that need mentioning. If you want superfast get a D200.
Summary: If you are considering your first DSLR and are moving from compact point and shoot then look no further. This is the camera to buy. I love mine and I ...
Summary: If you are considering your first DSLR and are moving from compact point and shoot then look no further. This is the camera to buy. I love mine and I am sure you will not be disappointed. Don't let the 10 Megapixel Canon EOS 400D sway you. 6.1 is plenty for crystal clear images. The D40 feels like a real camera and is far more comfortable than the Canon. Try them in the shop if you don't believe me.
2 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Perfect camera for the experienced and beginners!
by colibio on May 15, 2008
Pros: easy to use, nice sharp detailed photos, display, fast continuos shooting
Cons: focusing could be faster
Summary: I have recently gotten into photography, and I wanted to buy a camera that took professional photos and was also digital. My friend has a canon EOS that used film, ...
Summary: I have recently gotten into photography, and I wanted to buy a camera that took professional photos and was also digital. My friend has a canon EOS that used film, but I wanted to be able to immediately see the photo I had just taken and perhaps correct it by taking another.
The Nikon D40 is relatively light for a camera in its category.
The neck strap allows for the camera to lie flat against you.
The photos are of professional quality.
I could use it right out of the box with no problems (having never
used a DSLR before).
The battery life is excellent.
There are several in-camera options to change the saturation or
to make colors more or less brilliant.
It comes with very useful software (could potentially replace iPhoto).
Very versatile lens
I bought this camera through Costco and saved almost 100 dollars from the 'cut price' at best buy. If you want even better pictures, then Nikon D40x is available for a couple hundred dollars more. In my opinion, it is not worth it do go the small step up. (the D40x has 10 megapixels while the D40 has 6.1) In my opinion, there is not a big enough difference in the quality of the photos to be worth a couple hundred dollars more. Keep in mind that more is not always better...
So far I have been completely satisfied with my D40. It has surpassed my expectations, and it is the best camera you will find in its category for the best price.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Perfect SLR for the Beginner.
by lxsgs on April 20, 2008
Pros: Auto zoom. Small in size. Light in weight. Very clear shots.
Cons: Make sure you read up on the manual before you use the camera, otherwise you will not be getting the most for your dollar.
Summary: You will enjoy this camera if you are a beginner. The price is right. Make sure you look for the following:
1. Research the product before you buy.
a. Visit ...Summary: You will enjoy this camera if you are a beginner. The price is right. Make sure you look for the following:
1. Research the product before you buy.
a. Visit a camera store(Not Best Buy or Radio shack, an actual camera store). Hold the product, ask and get answers to the product. Even request pricing.
b. Visit Cnet, NewEgg, B&H Camera, and any other online retailer for the product.
2. Make sure you buy the camera with a package, for example I bought my D40 like so:
*D40 Body
*Indoor Lens
*Outdoor Lens
*(2) Lens Filters(MUST HAVE)
*Camera Bag
*Small tri-pod
*Extra Battery
*Outdoor Lens Filter(for Sun - Polarized Lens)
*LED protection stickers
*SD Card(2GB)
DO YOUR HOMEWORK!! You will be happy you did.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Big features, little price
by jdaniels2002 on August 13, 2007
Pros: Low price, color accuracy, easy to use menus
Cons: Very wide lens
Summary: The pros definitely outweigh the cons. This camera has everything you'd want in a D-SLR but with a price not much higher than some point-and-shoots. The color of the ...
Summary: The pros definitely outweigh the cons. This camera has everything you'd want in a D-SLR but with a price not much higher than some point-and-shoots. The color of the pictures in gorgeous, especially outside. It's extremely easy to use. Just click it on, point, then shoot! I have nothing bad to say about the Nikon D40. You won't either.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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FANTASIC DSLR CAMERA
by ehaze on June 15, 2007
Pros: EASY TO USE, PICTURE QUALITY IS GREAT, SMALL SIZE
Cons: BETTER QUALITY KIT LENS
Summary: GOT RID OF MY $500 POINT & SHOOT SONY CAMERA, BECAUSE I KEPT MISSING THE SHOT. THE NIKON D40 IS A FANTASTIC CAMERA, LOVE THE AUTO-FOCUS. SOLD THE 18-55MM KIT ...
Summary: GOT RID OF MY $500 POINT & SHOOT SONY CAMERA, BECAUSE I KEPT MISSING THE SHOT. THE NIKON D40 IS A FANTASTIC CAMERA, LOVE THE AUTO-FOCUS. SOLD THE 18-55MM KIT LENS AND BOUGHT THE NIKON 18-135MM LENS THAT IS SOLD WITH THE NIKON D-80. EVEN MY 11 YEAR OLD SON CAN USE...JUST USE THE RING TO TELE-ZOOM TO FRAME THE SHOT , THEN POINT AND SHOOT....YOU WILL HAVE A VERY SHARP DETAIL PHOTO 99% OF THE TIME.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Light weight, easy to use, Inexpensive memory card
by clickingaway on May 19, 2007
Pros: Light weight, easy to use, inexpensive memory card
Cons: Can't find one yet
Summary: It's a great camera for someone moving up from a point and shoot.
I want to take sport and concert pictures for my son but the point and shoot ...Summary: It's a great camera for someone moving up from a point and shoot.
I want to take sport and concert pictures for my son but the point and shoot is too slow and I can't zoom close enough to the stage.
Another reason I picked this Nikon is because of the type of memory card it uses.
SD cards are much cheaper than CF or Memory Stick cards.
I got a high speed 2G card for just $10.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Best DSLR value
by jbbrann on March 29, 2007
Pros: Image quality, value, ergonomics, compact yet comforable, excellent viewfinder... the list goes on.
Cons: It's Achilles heel - lack of legacy lens support
Summary: It's very nice to see an entry level product that doesn't make you compromise in a lot of areas. The image quality is very good, at any price ...
Summary: It's very nice to see an entry level product that doesn't make you compromise in a lot of areas. The image quality is very good, at any price point. The kit lens, feature list and build quality are also very good.
I do see the lack of support for non AF-S lenses as an issue, while not for me personally. I understand Nikon's reasoning considering this is an entry-level camera. However, thanks in part to this camera's excellent quality and compact size, it seems that Nikon has attracted many existing DSLR owners buying this as a second camera.
I do feel that CNET missed the mark somewhat with this review. This camera will not dissapoint.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Best value DSLR for new comer
by hsurus on March 12, 2007
Pros: Picture quality; build quality; Super value
Cons: No one can compete the photo quality in $$$$; Not MIJ
Summary: The CNET reviewer, Lori Grunim, is bias to the Canon product line too much. Or, done the reviews only on paper and technical specifications other than real photo and image ...
Summary: The CNET reviewer, Lori Grunim, is bias to the Canon product line too much. Or, done the reviews only on paper and technical specifications other than real photo and image comparisions. Nikon D80 is much better camera than Canon XTi if you have a lot of non AF-S or AF-I lense. Nikon D40 is using 6 megapixel CCD to generate better photo image than Canon XTi in 8 megapixels CMOS. It's super bargain to the value and photo quality. Do not follow the CNET's bias review and listen to user's command. I believe most of users are very happy with the D40's picture quality.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Auto Bracketing missing from this modle
by croshack on May 11, 2007
Pros: Very easy to use, light and very responsive
Cons: No auto bracketing.
Summary: I have used this camera for a few months now. The features it offers, makes taking pictures very easy. The menu system is great.
On the down side.
This camera ...Summary: I have used this camera for a few months now. The features it offers, makes taking pictures very easy. The menu system is great.
On the down side.
This camera desperately needs auto bracketing. Almost everyone wants to try HDR photography these days.
With out auto bracketing, this camera will not easily work for you. The D80 only offers 3 auto bracket frames not much better.
Look at what the competition offers before making the purchase.
Nikon made a big mistake by leaving out auto bracketing.1 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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great camera for amateurs looking to advance
by jaimedj_ on December 14, 2006
Pros: easy to use
Cons: none to speak of
Summary: I received this as a gift and love it! It's easy to use, lightweight and compact while substantial.
Summary: I received this as a gift and love it! It's easy to use, lightweight and compact while substantial.
1 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Nikon Inc.
- Part number: 25420
- Description: The D40 is a compact and lightweight high-performance camera that makes it possible for anyone to create stunning images with an SLR. Designed specifically for ease of use, the D40 lets you use the kind of digital and optical technologies that professionals use without the need to deal with complex functions. Whatever you shoot there is an automated Digital Vari Program that lets you achieve fantastic results in any situation. Help menus are easy to navigate and the in-camera retouch menu makes it simple to edit and enhance your images on the large, bright 2.5-inch LCD monitor. Perfect for people who want an affordable camera to explore what it is that makes SLR photography stand out, the D40 is so user-friendly that all you have to do is concentrate on the scene you want to photograph and the camera's advanced Nikon technologies will take care of the rest.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Digital camera - SLR
- Enclosure Color Black
- Resolution 6.1 megapixels
- Optical Sensor Type CCD
- Total Pixels 6,240,000 pixels
- Effective Sensor Resolution 6,100,000 pixels
- Optical Sensor Size 15.6 x 23.7mm
- Field of View Crop Factor 1.5
- Optical Zoom 3 x
- Auto Focus TTL phase detection
- Auto Focus Points (Zones) Qty 3
- Image Recording Format JPEG,
NEF (RAW) - AV Interfaces Composite video/audio
Exposure & White Balance
- Light Sensitivity ISO 200-1600
- Exposure Metering 3D color matrix II,
Center-weighted,
Spot - Exposure Metering Zones 420
- Exposure Modes Program,
I-TTL program flash,
Bulb,
Automatic,
Shutter-priority,
Manual,
Aperture-priority - Shooting Programs Sports mode,
Night portrait,
Close-up,
Children,
Portrait mode,
Landscape - Special Effects Warm Filter,
Cyanotype,
Skylight Filter,
Black & White,
Sepia - White Balance Automatic,
Presets,
Custom - White Balance Presets Sunlight,
Shade,
Fluorescent,
Incandescent,
Cloudy,
Flash - Max Shutter Speed 1/4000 sec
- Min Shutter Speed 30 sec
- Exposure Compensation ±5 EV range, in 1/3 EV steps
- X-sync Speed 1/500 sec
- Exposure Range EV 0-20 ( ISO 100 )
Lens System
- Type 3 x x Zoom lens - 18 mm - 55 mm - F/3.5-5.6 G ED II Nikon AF-S DX
- Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 27 - 82.5 mm
- Focus Adjustment Manual,
Automatic - Min Focus Range 11 in
- Zoom Adjustment Manual
- Lens Construction 5 groups / 7 elements
- Filter Size 52 mm
- Lens System Mounting Nikon F
- Features Aspherical lens,
Silent Wave Motor (SWM),
ED glass Camera Flash
- Camera Flash Pop-up flash
- Guide Number (m / ISO 100) 17
- Flash Modes Rear curtain sync,
Fill-in mode,
Slow synchro,
Auto mode,
Flash OFF mode,
Red-eye reduction - Features Flash +/- compensation,
AF illuminator Additional Features
- Continuous Shooting Speed 2.5 frames per second
- Self Timer Delay 2 sec,
10 sec,
5 sec,
20 sec - Flash Terminal Hot shoe
- Additional Features Display brightness control,
In-camera red-eye fix,
Cropping an image,
AF lock,
DPOF support,
Text input to Exif header,
AE lock,
Auto power save,
Digital noise reduction,
Histogram display,
PictBridge support,
USB 2.0 compatibility,
Direct print Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type Optical - Eye-level penta-dach mirror
- Field Coverage 95%
- Magnification 0.8x
- Dioptric Correction Range -1.7 to +0.5
- Viewfinder Frames Autofocus frame
- Viewfinder Information Exposure compensation,
Shutter speed,
Aperture,
Flash charge completion,
AE lock,
AF-in-focus,
Exposure mode,
Frames-remaining counter Display
- Type 2.5 in LCD display
- Display Features Built-in
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x USB,
1 x Composite video output Software
- Software Nikon PictureProject,
Drivers & Utilities Miscellaneous
- Microsoft Certifications Certified for Windows Vista
- Included Accessories Battery charger,
Eyepiece cover,
USB cable,
Lens cap,
Eyecup,
Dust cap,
Body cap,
Strap,
Shoe cap Battery
- Supported Battery Nikon EN-EL9
- Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
Memory / Storage
- Memory Card Slot SD card
- Supported Memory Cards SDHC Memory Card,
SD Memory Card - Image Storage RAW 3008 x 2000 : 65 VA - With 512MB card,
Fine JPEG 3008 x 2000 : 137 VA - With 512MB card,
Normal JPEG 3008 x 2000 : 260 VA - With 512MB card,
Basic JPEG 3008 x 2000 : 503 VA - With 512MB card,
Fine JPEG 2256 x 1496 : 235 VA - With 512MB card,
Normal JPEG 2256 x 1496 : 444 VA - With 512MB card,
Basic JPEG 2256 x 1496 : 839 VA - With 512MB card,
Fine JPEG 1504 x 1000 : 503 VA - With 512MB card,
Normal JPEG 1504 x 1000 : 839 VA - With 512MB card,
Basic JPEG 1504 x 1000 : 1200 VA - With 512MB card Dimensions & Weight
- Width 5 in
- Depth 2.5 in
- Height 3.7 in
- Weight 16.8 oz
CNET Labs' Benchmarks
- Labs information All values are expressed in seconds. Please visit our <ref type="link" url="http://reviews.cnet.com/Labs/4520-6603 7-1014358-1.html">labs information page</ref> for information on how digital cameras are tested.
- CNET Labs Flash shot to shot time 0.9
- CNET Labs Raw shot to shot time 0.6
- CNET Labs Shot to shot time typical 0.6
- CNET Labs Shutter lag bright 0.7
- CNET Labs Shutter lag dim 1.6
- CNET Labs Typical burst speed 2.6
- CNET Labs Wake up time 0.3
Product series
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Manufacturer: Nikon Inc.
Specs: SLR,
6.1 megapixels,
3 x,
27 - 82.5mm F/3.5,
15.6 x 23.7mm,
CCD
Accessories
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Nikon Inc.
- Address:
1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, NY 11747-3064 - Phone: 1-631-547-4200
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