Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Nikon D40 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-55mm



Nikon D40 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens


Nikon D40 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens
Product By Nikon
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Technical Details

  • 6.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
  • Kit includes 3x 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lens
  • 2.5-inch LCD with three display options; built-in flash and hot shoe
  • Fast startup with instant shutter response; shoot at up to 2.5 frames per second
  • Powered by one rechargeable Li-ion battery EN-EL9 (included); stores images on SD memory cards (memory card not included)


 

Product Description

If you've ever wondered why your vacation pictures don't look as good as those magnificent landscapes and flattering portraits seen in countless glossy magazines, chances are you just haven't found the right camera.

Nikon introduces the new D40 digital SLR camera that's designed to offer you the ability to get higher quality, impressive looking pictures with the press of a button. In a world where digital SLR cameras have become extremely popular among professional photographers, have you have shied away in favor of a compact digital camera? For you, Nikon's D40 is an ultra-compact, lightweight, 6.1-effective megapixel digital SLR camera with simplified new features, exceptional handling speed, and a redesigned, visually-intuitive menu system that brings digital SLR cameras to a whole new level of simplicity.

Less Complication, More Celebration
Isn't it time you switched from simple snapshots to great pictures? If so, then get to know the fun, easy-to-use Nikon D40. Now you can capture spectacular pictures using the type of digital and optical technologies that professionals use, but without the complications and calculations that SLR photography once required. Let Nikon's cutting-edge technology do all the work for you. Just look through the viewfinder and press a button for wonderful pictures you'll be proud of. It's never been easier to capture the moments of your life so beautifully, and that is certainly worth celebrating.

Less Science Fiction, More Magic
It's never been easier to take amazing pictures. Great pictures have never been easier Great pictures used to require complicated and cumbersome equipment along with years of experience. Not any more. The D40 is compact, lightweight and designed specifically for ease of use, yet contains all the top quality, high-performance technologies that you expect from a Nikon digital SLR. And with world-famous Nikkor lenses, you know you have the sharpest and most reliable optical perfor



 

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Customer Reviews


 "Love it!" 2009-12-28
By Amanda K. Walker
I received this camera out of the blue as a Christmas/Graduation gift. I had just received a Canon Powershot in September and loved that camera, but when I got this one. WOW....JUST WOW.


I absolutely love this camera, and I am so happy I finally own a DLSR. I love being able to have more control over images, holding this camera feels natural, and I like that you can buy accessories and lenses for this versus your regular point and shoot digital cameras. For a first DLSR, I highly recommend this.


The only thing I wish it had was a preview feature like you have on point and shoots (I'm not sure what you'd call that feature but you can see your image through the eyepiece and on the screen before you take it). Otherwise, I love it and am having a fun time taking pictures with it and learning all the other features it has!

 "good for beginners to DSLR'S" 2009-12-22
By worldaroundme (USA)
I really like this camera for learning photography, I've taken some really great shots that I'm proud of and I enjoy the learning process. This camera is great for nature photos too.

 "Love my new camera!" 2009-12-21
By Happy Wife (Tucson, AZ, United States)
I am by no means a professional but when I wanted my first DSLR camera I did a lot of research and ended up making the D40 my choice. My original choice was first the D80, then I changed to the D200, but when my husband thought the prices were too much for a toy, I reevaluated and chose the D40 for it's performance and price. I mainly used [...] as my research site, and he was a great help. I have always used Canon, but when I decided on a DSLR, I wanted Nikon. I don't feel like the transition was too hard- especially since this was my first SLR. It takes a bit of time to learn and patience to get your manual settings right, but when you need a quick fix, the "P"(program) setting works great. For a first time SLR, I think this was a great choice, and the lens that comes with the kit is great.

 "Perfect Camera for all situations" 2009-12-21
By DP (Chicago, US)
This camera is just great. If you are not a pro, and you want a high quality, inexpensive camera, then this DSLR is for you.






I bought this camera about 2 months ago. I just love it. It is easy to carry everywhere, and takes great pictures. You do not need a moving screen at the back of the camera. You don't need to take video - as the shutter will open up and allow all the dust get on your sensor!!!!!!!





If you think you need all the buttons of a D300 camera, then you need a D300. Although the d40 menue includes the majority of the features of more expensive camera, these might not be accesible by pushing a button like on D300/D90... but have to go two steps into the menu...





For this reason, I am not going to take any points off... because D40 has its own quality, by keeping it easier to use... and easy to access... and easy to carry around...





Great Product!!! I am using the nikon lenses: 18-55mm, 35mm f/1.8, and 70-300mm.

 "Nice simple little camera" 2009-12-15
By Buckeyes
This is a nice simple little starter camera. Decent controls. For about $400 with the lens, I think it's a great deal. 6MP is more than sufficient. Biggest drawback is the limited number of Nikon lens it can use. But love the fact that it can sync flash at even 1/1000s!




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Nikon D3000 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm






Nikon D3000 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX VR Nikkor Zoom Lens


Nikon D3000 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX VR Nikkor Zoom Lens
Product By Nikon

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Technical Details

  • 10.2-megapixel DX-format imaging sensor for prints up to 20 x 30 inches
  • Includes 3x 18-55mm Zoom-Nikkor VR Image Stabilization lens
  • Nikon EXPEED image processing; in-camera image editing and Active D-Lighting
  • 3.0-inch color LCD screen; 170-degree wide-angle viewing
  • Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)



 

Product Description

10.2-megapixel effective recording * APS-C-size CCD image sensor (23.6 x 15.8 mm) * AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR (vibration reduction) lens (35mm equivalent focal length: 27-82.5mm) * 3X optical zoom (approximate) * 3" color LCD screen with brightness adjustment * optical SLR viewfinder (with diopter adjustment) * Integrated Dust Reduction System to keep image sensor clean for spotless photos * Nikon EXPEED image processor for responsive shooting and high-accuracy photos * 11-point autofocus system for rapid, precise autofocusing * 3D Color Matrix Metering II for accurate automatic exposure control, plus center-weighted and spot metering modes * Active D-Lighting mode for better shadow and highlight detail in high-contrast shooting conditions * intelligent pop-up flash and flash exposure compensation * Guide mode makes selecting camera settings easy for beginning SLR photographers * in-camera image editing functions, including: D-Lighting, red-eye correction, cropping, image overlay, monochrome settings, filter effects, NEF (RAW) processing, miniture effect, color outline, and stop motion movie *



 

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Customer Reviews

 "Impressed!" 2010-01-02
By C. Corarito (USA)
I knew I wanted a DSLR and after a few months of debate, I decided to go for the D3000. I was tempted to buy a used D40 but the improvements made to the D3000 were hard to ignore. I ended up buying the D3000 in a bundle on Black Friday which saved me about 150 dollars! As a college students, I was beyond happy to save the money.






The features include almost anything I need (there's only one feature missing: a color selection tool that my dad's Canon has but the D3000 doesn't) and the portability is incredible. I am still in shock about how light the camera is.





For a beginner like me, having the D3000 with an extra telephoto lens is perfect for learning the ropes and hopefully taking a photography class with. I highly recommend this for beginners and perhaps intermediate photographers. Advanced and professionals photographers probably would require more heavy duty equipment.

 "Nikon D3000 A Beginners First Step Towards the Photography World" 2010-01-01
By Francis O. Velasco (Sacramento, CA)
I am a Beginner Photography with not alot of money and not alot of experience, i chose Nikon of Canon because of a few things.





1. User FRIENDLY, GUIDE MODE IS A MUST! The whole camera is FILLED with tips and EXAMPLES and settings of what to do and how to achieve such and such. Guide mode holds your hand for newbies to give you an idea of whats what, i love how the Nikon D3000 is Half a book and All camera! Thanks Nikon for making such a great quality camera.









2. Takes Great pictures, as an entry level dslr it takes great pictures but i think its the same sensor as the d60 just with 11 points of focus , the 11 point focus is definitely useful, theres more areas for your subject to be in, and Depth of field pictures are definitely easier to do with more focus points.











The Nikon d3000 with the 18-55mm lens is perfect for everyday use but not enough, i suggest it should be complimented with a 55-200mm, because sometimes you cannot get close enough to the subject without getting in the way of the people around you!





The Screen is big and wide and perfect for reviewing images and looking at settings, you dont have to look hard. The settings do get washed out in direct sunlight so try to keep it in your shadow





Also post processing of pictures comes out AWESOME!!! i could not believe the level of detail i saw on my computer, it wasnt blurry and zooming in is really pixel squares.





Nice camera for beginners, if your novice or pro this camera isnt for you, while a newbie like me appreciate the tips it does take a while to get around the settings but you get used to it, there is no quick access to any 1 setting but soon your fingers will be faster than any other photographer, once you get used to all the navigating.









ALSO this is a camera where you can customize the background of your screen! you can have a wallpaper of a picture or change the color.





I hope this is a comprehensive review that will satisfy you into buying the camera :D










 "A++" 2009-12-30
By Melissa A. Pfaff (Portland, OR)
We are new to photography and love this camera! Thank you for all of the other very informative reviews, we took your word for it and are grateful!

 "tremenda camara para principiantes" 2009-12-30
By Joel R. Almodovar (Puerto Rico)
Tremenda camara para principiantes, la compre para mi hijo de 12 años y es perfecta tanto para el y para mi, estoy bien complacido

 "Canon Has Nuttin' Over Nikon" 2009-12-29
By Glenn (Phoenix, AZ United States)
Both camera companies have five letters in their titles, however, only one company has a Wow! -- Nikon. I purchased a Canon PowerShot two years ago and thought that I was royalty. Well, that was then; this is now. With the Nikon D3000, I am king of the world.






My brother gave me the Nikon D3000 for Christmas.





It's virtually impossible to take a bad photo with the Nikon D3000. I am impressed with the Retouch features that will make a photo brighter, take out any red eye, do a color balance to your perfection (remember, the purple color of a lilac is just about impossible to capture but you can get that defined color with the color balance feature on the Nikon D3000), or trim a photo to take out any unwanted scenery or subjects.





I took photos of my Christmas tree at night and the pictures are spectacular and the multi-color lights cast their hues to their true colors.





Sure, there is the competition that gives you 19 scene modes, but really, the only two you need are Auto and Auto no flash. If you are at a fireworks display or at an aquarium, the auto no flash is all you need.





Who wants a movie mode with a camera? I have a Sony HD camcorder that takes 1080P movies and I know there is no camera on the market that can take superior movies like the HD camcorder. When cameras supply a movie mode, something in relation to picture quality is going to be sacrificed.





Who needs Live View? When you are outside in the bright sun, you can't see the image on the LCD screen while shooting.






People pay for gingerbread....I want a great camera, instead.





This Nikon D3000 is the best camera I have ever owned.





This camera is so good that the President would consider hiring me to be his personal photographer.



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Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm









Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black)











Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black)

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Technical Details


  • 12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor captures enough detail for poster-size, photo-quality prints
  • Large 3.0-inch LCD display; includes Canon's EF-S 18-55mm, f3.5-5.6 IS zoom lens
  • DIGIC III image processor provides fast, accurate image processing; improved Autofocus and framing rate
  • EOS Integrated Cleaning system, plus Dust Delete Data Detection in included software
  • Stores images on SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)



 

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Customer Reviews


 "Canon XSi great for recreational photos, not a workhorse." 2010-01-05
By Scott Knudson (Tennessee)
We received a couple of new Canon XSi Digital rebels for crime scene work. Right out of the box one of them had battery issues. Last night at a homicide scene in sub freezing temps mine completely crashed. The associated speedlight couldn't communicate with the camera resulting in underexposed, blurry night pictures. Then the camera began shutting down intermittently. I had to put it back in the car for several minutes until it began to operate again. Finally, after over an hour of annoying, unannounced shutdowns it started doing what it's supposed to. The pictures it takes are nothing short of spectacular. I love the design and the interface. Overall a great camera. I'm afraid, however I will have to stick with my erstwhile Canon S2is. It may have fewer megapixels and tons of scratches and scars but it always turns on and takes pictures no matter what. Canon makes great cameras. They dropped the ball on these.

 "Xsi good camera good price" 2009-12-30
By photoflyer
I am a pro shooter who got this camera to use for fun and trips were i would be mad if i damaged my high end $$$ body.(like skiing) Any way i love the camera so far. I have not had the problems that i have read about with the auto focus or image quality. You however can not take this camera out of the box and get the best pictures it can take. they will be ok but you need to take the time and set up your camera. READ the book if you dont know what your doing. I got the kit camera with the 18-55 IS lens and it is ok. The camera takes much better pictures with my 35-350 72mm L lens on it, as will any camera, spend your money on the glass not the body.






If you want a good camera for the price this is the one for you. If you have older EOS cameras your old lenses will work with the new camera. I also use my 430EZ flash that is from my A2 EOS film camera, it is way over powering in the auto mode (as it is not a E-TTL flash only a TTL) but it works if you manual set it, for inside i use 1/16 or 1/32 (up to 10-15 feet works great) out side i set it to full power and i can light up a subject 100 feet away! (it is great for that)





If you have used a EOS before this works about the same. even from my old film EOS to this one, the basic-mid advance functions are the same.





BEWARE were you but from online. do not buy from a company who dose not have a good reviews (reviews not rating, and read the bad ones too). Personally i will not buy from 17st photo out of NY, to many nightmare stories . i try to buy from amazon directly and will do a lot of review reading if my item is supplied by anyone other than them. Spend a few extra $$ to make sure you can send it back it their are any problems. you will get what you pay for.

 "Great SLR for price" 2009-12-30
By Jason R. Wachtl
This camera is a great digital SLR for the price.





Coming from regular point and shoot Canons and Sony around 7MP, this camera blows them away in image quality and is just as easy to use as the point and shoots.






Make sure to invest in quality UV or other quality lens protection depending on your intended use for the camera.





Also, getting the higher zoom lens is a must-have with this camera, although most of your pictures will be taken in the 18-55 range with the lens that comes with the camera.





Only thing that could improve on this camera would be to be able to see the picture on the LCD before shooting(like a point and shoot), but I suppose that defeats the whole digital SLR camera's history and function.

 "excellent product" 2009-12-28
By M. Greenberg (Dallas, Texas)
Was a little nervous ordering a SLR online....but the price was compelling ($150 less than a retail store near my home)






Absolutely no disappointment...came as ordered......very pleased.

 "Canon Rebel" 2009-12-28
By J. Schmidli (Alexandria, VA USA)
I took photography in college many, many years ago and decided recently that I wanted to start taking quality photographs again so I bought the Canon Rebel based on advice of a professional photographer. I have not been disappointed. If you want to point and shoot the automatic features will allow you to do that. If you don't, but want to make the adjustments yourself (the way it used to be done) then you can do that as well. If the latter, the instruction book is very clear on how to do that even if you don't know about f stops, shutter and film speed. The other features are amazing and I am really looking forward to using some of the advanced features. So far, this has turned out to be a great purchase.



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