Customer Reviews:
very pleased.......2007-09-25
My parents bought the Nikon D40 for me as a birthday present. I honestly am so amazed at what I can do just with the kit lens! I've used some other Nikon lenses on it, and I really can't say enough about it!
Best Cameras for the price and package D40 & D40X.......2007-09-22
I had been out looking to find a hobby and decided on photography as a way to get out of the house. Needed a camera and after an intense search, chose the Nikon D40. To get the D40 with two lenses (18-55mm and 55-200mm) and for the low cost was great. This outfit allowed me to jump right in and take some great shots. I mounted the D40 on a tripod and take it with me to work and back from work. I have taken some great pictures of sunrises as well as sunsets, etc. I now spend so much time shooting landscape shots in my off-time, that I ended up purchasing another camera (the Nikon D40X). I leave the D40 on the tripod to shoot JPEG shots and carry the D40X to shoot Raw shots that just need to be taken quickly and later corrected using software. I was able to purchase both cameras do what ever I needed because they were both affordable and had all the capabilities I needed to do the shots I wanted to take. With the money I saved of not having to pay for the more expensive systems with the same capabilities as these two systems, I have purchased additional lenses, gear etc. I am extremely happy with these two Nikons and feel Like I am a pro and have the ability to shoot like them with the same results. I might of started out as an amatuer, I now shoot like a PRO. Thank you Nikon.
The best!.......2007-09-20
I bought this camera after researching digital SLRs for a couple weeks. I've had in now for a couple months and love it. I bought the 18-200MM lens which is probably a large part of the reason it is such a pleasure to reach for when there's a photo op. That lens is wide enough to capture people in a room and brings in distance objects very nicely. The lens' VR (vibration reduction) feature is VERY nice too. I've hand-held long exposures and seen little blurring. The real purpose of VR is for those far away shots, but it's nice for slow sutter speeds too. The camera itself feels great in the hand and has a nice finger grip so the camera feels secure when walking around. The menus are pretty straight-forward and I enjoyed reading the manual and experimenting for an hour or so as soon as I unboxed it and charged the battery. You can get great pictures right from the start if you set it on auto, but this camera offers much more if you take the time to study the features. The battery lasts a long time (I think I took about 260 shots without recharging). I also bought the 1GB chip (why cut cheap corners?).
To be a perfect camera, it would give me better control of WHERE to focus on automatic, be easier to frame one area and hold the focus and light metering while I move it (I can do this, but it's not intuitive enough for my little brain to remember after a week!), it would have more than 6MP so I could crop out small areas without losing detail.
Great camera! You won't be disappointed. Oh yeah - I also go the ss-400 flash untit that lets you bounce it off the ceiling. It's great!
Get the camera - you'll love it!!
Best dSLR On the Market.......2007-09-16
There are certainly more capable cameras available that provide more adjustments and have bigger sensors, but for $500 this cannot be beat. It exudes quality and has a rather large 2.5" screen. Moreover, it is very small, yet fits my hand quite well (my hands are as big as Johnny Bench, so...). Best of all this camera has motivated me to get out and take pictures because it is so easy to use. It's simple: dust off your wallet and get one of these!
Nikon D40.......2007-09-15
As an average consumer I appreciate the ease with which this camera helps me take very good photo's.
Product Description
The lightest, most compact Nikon digital SLR ever, featuring intuitive controls and an ergonomically designed operation for first-time SLR users to enjoy. Advanced 3-area AF system Automatic control over ISO-equivalent sensitivity from ISO 200 to 1600 with manual override Eight automated Digital Vari-Programs [Auto, Auto (Flash Off), Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close Up, and Night Portrait] optimize white balance, sharpening, tone, color, saturation and hue to match the scene Near-instant 0.18-second power-up Versatile shutter speed control with a range from 30 to 1/4000 s, plus bulb Creative in-camera effects and editing functions consolidated under the new Retouch menu, including D-Lighting, Red-eye correction, Trim, Monochrome settings (Black-and-white, Sepia, Cyanotype), Filter Effects (Skylight, Warm filter, Color balance), Small Picture and Image Overlay Large 2.5-inch LCD monitor Information displays can be shown in Classic, Graphic or Wallpaper format Assist Images help select the appropriate settings for many camera features by showing an example image typical of that setting Large, bright viewfinder with 0.8x magnification Fast image data transfer and recording to SD memory cards Exposure Metering System - TTL full-aperture exposure metering system Electronic-Flash - Auto, Portrait, Child, Close Up, Night Portrait modes Uses Nikon AF-S Lenses Unit Dimensions (Body Only) - Approximately Width 5.0 x Depth 2.5 x Height 3.7 inches / Weight - 1 pound, 1 ounces Nikon USA 1-Year Warranty
Customer Reviews:
very pleased.......2007-09-25
My parents bought the Nikon D40 for me as a birthday present. I honestly am so amazed at what I can do just with the kit lens! I've used some other Nikon lenses on it, and I really can't say enough about it!
Best Cameras for the price and package D40 & D40X.......2007-09-22
I had been out looking to find a hobby and decided on photography as a way to get out of the house. Needed a camera and after an intense search, chose the Nikon D40. To get the D40 with two lenses (18-55mm and 55-200mm) and for the low cost was great. This outfit allowed me to jump right in and take some great shots. I mounted the D40 on a tripod and take it with me to work and back from work. I have taken some great pictures of sunrises as well as sunsets, etc. I now spend so much time shooting landscape shots in my off-time, that I ended up purchasing another camera (the Nikon D40X). I leave the D40 on the tripod to shoot JPEG shots and carry the D40X to shoot Raw shots that just need to be taken quickly and later corrected using software. I was able to purchase both cameras do what ever I needed because they were both affordable and had all the capabilities I needed to do the shots I wanted to take. With the money I saved of not having to pay for the more expensive systems with the same capabilities as these two systems, I have purchased additional lenses, gear etc. I am extremely happy with these two Nikons and feel Like I am a pro and have the ability to shoot like them with the same results. I might of started out as an amatuer, I now shoot like a PRO. Thank you Nikon.
The best!.......2007-09-20
I bought this camera after researching digital SLRs for a couple weeks. I've had in now for a couple months and love it. I bought the 18-200MM lens which is probably a large part of the reason it is such a pleasure to reach for when there's a photo op. That lens is wide enough to capture people in a room and brings in distance objects very nicely. The lens' VR (vibration reduction) feature is VERY nice too. I've hand-held long exposures and seen little blurring. The real purpose of VR is for those far away shots, but it's nice for slow sutter speeds too. The camera itself feels great in the hand and has a nice finger grip so the camera feels secure when walking around. The menus are pretty straight-forward and I enjoyed reading the manual and experimenting for an hour or so as soon as I unboxed it and charged the battery. You can get great pictures right from the start if you set it on auto, but this camera offers much more if you take the time to study the features. The battery lasts a long time (I think I took about 260 shots without recharging). I also bought the 1GB chip (why cut cheap corners?).
To be a perfect camera, it would give me better control of WHERE to focus on automatic, be easier to frame one area and hold the focus and light metering while I move it (I can do this, but it's not intuitive enough for my little brain to remember after a week!), it would have more than 6MP so I could crop out small areas without losing detail.
Great camera! You won't be disappointed. Oh yeah - I also go the ss-400 flash untit that lets you bounce it off the ceiling. It's great!
Get the camera - you'll love it!!
Best dSLR On the Market.......2007-09-16
There are certainly more capable cameras available that provide more adjustments and have bigger sensors, but for $500 this cannot be beat. It exudes quality and has a rather large 2.5" screen. Moreover, it is very small, yet fits my hand quite well (my hands are as big as Johnny Bench, so...). Best of all this camera has motivated me to get out and take pictures because it is so easy to use. It's simple: dust off your wallet and get one of these!
Nikon D40.......2007-09-15
As an average consumer I appreciate the ease with which this camera helps me take very good photo's.
Product Description
Nikon D70s is a 6.1 effective megapixel Nikon DX Format CCD SLR body optimized to deliver a wide dynamic range for great high resolution and sharply detailed photos. This Nikon digital SLR produces 3,008 x 2,000-pixel images suitable for making large prin
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Based on the award-winning image quality, high performance and user-friendliness of the Nikon D70, the D70s offers several refinements that will further enhance your digital SLR experience. For starters the D70s features a 6.1 effective megapixel Nikon DX format CCD that yields 3,008 x 2,000-pixel images that are suitable for making large prints, or for creative cropping to bring out detail. With a power-up time of a mere 0.2 seconds, this SLR is basically ready to shoot when you are. Pictures are processed and recorded extremely quickly, and preview images appear on the LCD monitor almost instantly.
The top display shows critical exposure information.
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The D70s' connection ports are easily accessible. View larger. |
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With the D70s, high-speed action photography is truly a reality. With the ability to shoot a rapid three frames per second (fps) for a continuous burst of 144 pictures, you'll never miss any action. And with shutter speeds that range from 30 seconds to 1/8000 second, or up to a 1/500-second flash synch speed, you'll be sure to have the flexibility you need to capture the action precisely as you want it.
Best of all, the D70s employs the Nikon F lens mount for seamless compatibility with the comprehensive lineup of high-quality AF and AF-S Nikkor lenses that have long been favored by professionals around the world. Included with the D70s is the AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f3.5-4.5G ED-IF -- a compact standard zoom lens that covers the focal length range of 18 to 70 millimeters, which is equivalent to 27 to 105 millimeters in 35mm format.
Professional Quality with Point-and-Shoot Simplicity
While the D70s offers many features you'd only expect in a professional-level SLR, the camera also supports many features that make picture-taking a breeze for anyone. The D70s features Digital Vari-Program selections that automatically optimize white balance, sharpening, tone (contrast), color, saturation and hue settings to best match the selected scene. Instead of having to worry about all the camera settings, you can have the option of choosing from one of several "modes" -- such as Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Close Up, Sports, Night Landscape, or Night Portrait -- that will deliver the optimum image for you according to the conditions. This means you can concentrate on capturing that special moment while leaving the details to the camera. And once you've taken your shots, Nikon's PictureProject user interface makes image management, editing and sharing easy and fun. Simply connect the camera to a computer to automatically import pictures. You can also quickly e-mail or auto enhance images, run slide shows, burn CD/DVDs, and access other commonly used functions easily and intuitively. With simple drag-and-drop steps, you can organize pictures into separate collections and quickly locate any file by name, keyword, or date.
Among the many other features that make the D70s an ideal digital SLR solution are:
- Nikon-exclusive Silent Wave Motor for high-speed auto-focusing with accuracy and super-quiet operation
- Internal Focusing (IF) for smoother operation and great balance
- Three Nikon ED glass elements, plus aspherical element for low distortion and minimized chromatic aberration
- M/A mode for instant switching from auto-focus to manual Nikon D-Signal technology for enhanced flash and ambient exposure control
The camera's included EN-EL3a rechargeable lithium-ion offers up to 2,500 shots per charge, and the large, two-inch TFT LCD monitor offers several playback options, including single frame, four or nine-image thumbnail display, zoom with scroll (up to 4.7x), automatic slide show, histogram indication and highlight point display. In short, the Nikon D70s delivers the professional-level quality an SLR of this class but with many of the convenient automated features that can make photography so fun.
What's in the Box
D70s, rechargeable lithium-ion battery EN-EL3a, quick charger MH-18a, video cable, USB cable UC-E4, strap, body cap, eyepiece cap DK-5, rubber eyecup DK-20, LCD monitor cover BM-5, PictureProject CD-ROM. Lens kit includes Nikkor 18-70mm lens, HB-32 hood, CL-0915 case, 67mm lens cap, and rear cap.
Customer Reviews:
35mm Film to Digital to Digital SLR.......2007-07-19
Great product, you do not need 10 mp, 6 mega pixel is not a problem especially if you shoot raw or fine, go all out and get both lenses and buy two high speed turbo memory cards so you can take consecutive pictures fast. Also buy the Hood man to protect the viewer, buy a Tamrac shock bag. The Lithium battery is great you can take 500 pictures with no charge on a 10 day vacation. Remember the most important thing with a digital camera is to save and BACKUP your photos so buy an external USB hard drive and duplicate all your saved shots. Buy a tripod, buy the remote and buy the DVD lessons.
I have had mine for a year, I am so happy! The D80 and D200 have nothing over the D70S and don't settle for the D40.
Don't let age and megapixels fool you.......2007-07-02
I picked up a refurbished version of this classic recently (06/07), and to be honest, there is nothing else that even comes near its performance for the price. Yes the heart of this camera is 2004 technology, and yes it is only 6 megapixels, but let's be honest, 6 megapixels is more than enough and great 2004 technology beats mediocre tech from any era.
I was a Canon admirer, and I even owned a Rebel Ti setup (a film SLR), but when I could finally afford to take the DSLR plunge, I couldn't help but admire the virtuosity of Nikon's white balance and metering. Even humble the D40 blew away anything Canon had for less than the price of a used car. What makes the D70 (and D70s) even more remarkable is that they both have the same tech as high end Nikons (ie D200, D2X series): 1/500 flash synch, 1/8000 max shutter, and 1004 point matrix metering (plus it hasn't been dumbed down like the D40, D40x, and D80 sadly have). It also supports all of Nikon's modern lenses with AF on any that offer it (unlike the otherwise stellar D40 and D40x which require AFS). Additionally, unlike the D100 and other previous Nikon DSLRs, the D70(s) models both support I-TTL, Nikon's most advanced lighting system. Additionally the D70(s) can serve as a master in wireless flash situations.
The camera, like almost all of Nikons, is built incredibly well, more tank than toy (I wish I could say the same for the Rebels), and it exudes confidence. It also features a solid grip that suits my oversized hands, but I firmly believe it could accommodate more modest sized hands just as well. Confidence is further enhanced by an uncanny responsiveness, incredible burst mode, and lightning quick focus (on my 18-135mm AF-S lens). You really feel like a pro, even if you are just taking pictures of your cat.
Compared to the D70, the D70s adds a better AF system (which can be added to the D70 with a firmware upgrade), wider flash coverage, faster transfer of pcis from the burst cache to the memory card, and a larger screen. It likely also has a bunch of subtle refinements throughout, but nothing else of note. The 18-70mm lens offered as part of a kit is excellent, though Nikon has a huge assortment of lenses to choose from.
Don't underestimate 6 megapixels.......2007-06-27
I've been using this camera for a year, and continues to surprise. I recommend Ken Rockwell's WEB page on this camera to optimize settings; example color saturation setting. I recently viewed a tv program of a professional outdoor cameraman, looking carefully for the camera he used. It was a Nikon D1x, sporting 5.5 megapixels. Though not to confuse the D70s with the D1x, it does imply something about the megapixel hyperbole. I personally like RAW (some don't), and with Capture NX, is a great complement to the D70s. The manual mode (for me) is sometimes frustrating using the kit lens in getting the focus perfect; am considering a viewfinder adaptor to improve this aspect.
GET THIS, FORGET THE D80 OR D40.......2007-03-27
I'VE HAD THIS CAMERA FOR 15 MONTHS NOW AND I HAVE NOT REGRETTED ONE SECOND WITH IT. I AM A WEEKEND WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER AND PORTRAIT & LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHER DURING THE WEEK, AND THE PICTURES AND COLOR RENDITION FROM THIS CAMERA ARE SECOND TO ONE. THE D200. THE D70S HAS A MUCH BETTER METERING SYSTEM THAN THE D80 OR D40. MY PARTNER SHOT THE D80 FOR ABOUT A MONTH AND AFTER EXTENSIVE PHOTOSHOP WORK FOR THE COLOR ISSUES HE TRADED DOWN FOR A D70S. AND JUST TO SET THE RECORD STRAIGHT ON THE D200, THE ONLY ADVANTAGE WITH THAT IS THE WHITE BALANCE. THE AUTO SETTING ON THE WHITE BALANCE D200 IS MUCH MORE ACCURATE THAN THE D70S' BUT I SHOOT IN RAW NEF SO FOR ME THATS NOT A PROBLEM. NOR SHOULD IT BE FOR THE PHOTOGRAPHY ENTHUSIAST BECAUSE THEY CAN MANUALLY SET IT ON THE D70S. FIVE STARS FROM ME. I WILL NOT BUY ANOTHER CAMERA UNTIL THE TRUE FULL FRAME NIKON COMES OUT...WHENEVER THAT IS.
proven performer.......2007-03-14
a lot of photojournalists have this, and its easy to see why: fast shutter speed and af, good ergonomics, many lens options, nikon quality. at 6 mp, d70 proves megapixels arent the be-all and end all, it's what you do with 'em. kit lens is sharp, too.
but i'd still want to go with the newer and better d80 if you can afford it, maybe even the d40 if you can't. the d70 is a great camera which had its place in the sun, but is now obsolete. still, if you're upgrading from a P&S, this will seem like a godsend. if you're lucky, you can scoop it up on closeout and save even more.
Product Description
The D40's high-resolution image quality is made possible by Nikon's high-performance 6.1 megapixel Nikon DX format CCD imaging sensor and exclusive Nikon image processing engine which assures stunning sharpness and color. Intuitive controls make the D40 point-and-shoot simple, enabling even first-time SLR users to capture beautiful memories perfectly. At just over 16 ounces, the beautifully styled and compact D40 makes high-performance digital SLR photography easier and more convenient than ever. The D40 can fire continuously at a speed of up to 2.5 frames per second, capturing high-quality action sequences of children in sporting activities such as soccer, baseball and much more. Playback images are easy to see, and function menus are easier to use with a larger and brighter color LCD monitor. The large 2.5-inch LCD monitor enables image preview at up to 19 times magnification and has large type fonts and easy-to-view menus as well as three all-new display options: Classic, Graphic and Wallpaper. Nikon's DX format CCD image sensor delivers vivid color and sharp detail, great for making beautifully detailed enlargements of 16 x 20 inches and beyond. High resolution also provides room for creative cropping. Includes 3x 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens. Designed exclusively for use with Nikon DX-format digital SLRs, this ultra-compact 3x zoom offers Nikkor sharpness and versatility in a wide variety of shooting situations. +PLUS+ 2GB DELUXE ACCESSORY KIT: 2 Gigabyte Secure Digital Memory Card - High Speed USB Card Reader - 3 pc Filter Kit: UV/ Polarizing filter/Fluorescent correction & Case - Well Padded Multi Compartment Gadget Bag with Side Pockets & Strap - Deluxe Lens Care Cleaning Kit - Full Size 59" Tripod with Case - Pack of LCD Screen Protectors - BONUS!! FREE 25 Quality Prints (Promo code# on invoice).
Customer Reviews:
Unless you are a sport journalist, I don't think you can go wrong with this camera.......2007-06-07
The 6 Megapixel Nikon D40 is targeted for those who want a relatively compact and light camera yet having most of the important SLR features. The D40 is priced reasonably (cheaper than D50/D80 and Canon Rebel XTi). In my opinion, if you are still considering whether to get a point and shoot camera or a DSLR, the D40 will be a better choice than any point and shoot camera, by far, even those with 8MP or 10MP. But if you are already deciding to get a DSLR or you want more control of the picture taking experience, then I would recommend you to also test the D50 and/or D80 first before deciding to buy the D40. I want you to make sure that you know what you will get (and not get) with the D40. Don't get me wrong though, the D40 is an awesome camera, and I don't think you will regret buying one. There are some limitation with the D40 which shouldn't bother most people, for example, the D40 doesn't have dedicated button to change picture quality, white balance or ISO settings (which generally only professional/enthusiast will care). Once you understand (and accept) its limitation, the D40 is a potent and exciting photography machine.
Just like all its (DSLR) siblings, the D40 powers on instantly and take pictures with almost no shutter lag which are the major advantages of a DSLR over a point and shoot camera. In addition to the P,S,A,M mode, the picture quality of the auto settings (auto, child mode, landscape etc) are also very good. With 2.5 frames per second you can capture movement progress in sports like football, basketball, baseball etc. Also great to photograph your family or child (child mode). The D40 is a great all around camera.
Some notable new features:
1. Auto (no flash) mode. Without this mode the flash will pop-up (on all other pre-programmed mode) even when you don't want to use flash (which can be annoying). The internal flash will not pop up automatically with the P,S,A,M settings.
2. In camera editing capability such as black and white, sepia and some filter effects etc. While sounds gimmicky, these features are useful especially for those who doesn't have Adobe Photoshop (or other image editing software).
To date, D40 is the smallest and lightest among all the Nikon DSLR (even smaller than the Canon Rebel XT/XTi, however the D40 is more ergonomics). I believe that choosing a camera that fits comfortably with your hands is important. Therefore, I recommend people to test the camera before buying (even if you want to buy online, please do go to a physical store and test the camera first whenever possible).
The D40 has only 3 (horizontal) autofocus point (5 for D50 and 11 for D80). If you know "The Rule of Thirds", the additional AF points above and below the center focus point (available in D50 and D80) are handy to help create the horizontal third line. However, the 3 horizontal AF point in D40 is still helpful to create the vertical third line. Also one can focus with the middle AF point and after the focus is lock then move the frame upwards/downwards to create the horizontal third line. Just make sure the exposure level is still accurate when you move the frame after you lock the focus.
About the 18-55mm II AF-S kit lens: A good lens producing sharp photos (though not a very fast lens). Also decent for close-up/macro photography. Lens uses internal focus technology and focusing operation is silent. A very decent kit lens.
Lens compatibility: Notice that with D40, autofocus function will not work for non AF-S/AF-I lens. If you already have non AF-S/AF-I Nikon lenses and want a backup or replacement camera, you will be better off buying D50, D70s or D80. If you buy the D40, it will be convenient to stick with AF-S and AF-I type lenses. I'm not sure why Nikon choose this route for the D40 (whether to enable smaller size camera or from now on Nikon will only make AF-S lens compatible camera). There are a lot of good Nikon AF-S lenses (price range added: low, medium, high) that are fully compatible with the D40 such as:
- Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED AF-S DX (L)
- Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX (L)
- Nikon 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED IF AF-S DX (L)
- Nikon 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX (L)
- Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 G ED-IF AF-S DX VR (M)
- Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G ED AF-S DX (L)
- Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G ED AF-S DX VR (L)
- Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR (M)
- Nikon 12-24mm f/4G ED IF AF-S DX (M)
- Nikon 17-35mm f/2.8D ED-IF AF-S (H)
- Nikon 17-55mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S DX (H)
- Nikon 28-70mm f/2.8D ED-IF AF-S (H)
- Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR (H)
- Nikon 105mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Micro (M)
- And several other expensive prime tele/zoom lens like 200-400mm, 300m, 400mm, 500mm, 600mm.
High priced lens ($1000+) are usually pro level lens which usually have better construction, faster (f-stop), and produce better quality picture. However, often times, lower price lens will serve your needs just fine. I think it is important to know what you want to use the camera for before deciding which camera and lens to buy.
Image quality of the D40 is very good which is #1 factor that I look for in a digital camera.
Here are the pros and cons of the D40 in my opinion:
Pros:
1. Nice out of the camera result picture quality
2. Affordable price
3. Compact size and light weight
4. Large and bright 2.5 inch LCD
5. 2.5 frames per second
6. B/W, Sepia, several more in-camera editing features.
7. Instant power on, fast autofocus and no shutter lag
8. Noise is acceptable at high ISO settings. Auto ISO settings available.
9. Great 18-55mm II AF-S kit lens.
10. Great battery life (400+ on a single charge. 1000+ if flash is not used).
11. Auto (flash off) mode available
12. 1/500 flash sync
Cons:
1. No direct button to change QUAL, WB and ISO settings
2. Grip comfortably but might be a bit too small for some people
3. No top LCD and no front command dial
4. Autofocus will not work with non AF-S or non AF-I lenses (such as the 70-300m G and 50mm f/1.8D lens)
5. No AF/MF switch (have to use the switch on the lens)
6. Only 3 autofocus point
7. 6 Megapixel (More Megapixel needed to print larger than 12 X 18 at 300 dpi)
8. No night landscape mode in pre-programmed settings
9. No in camera image stabilization (like Sony and Pentax) but Nikon has lenses with it (VR).
10. No depth-of-field preview button
In conclusion, the D40 is perfect for those who want high quality pictures, more control (than a point and shoot camera), and have a DSLR experience (instant power on and no shutter lag), without having to carry a bulky camera. And unless you are shooting sports/actions professionaly (which faster focusing processor, faster frames per second and larger memory buffer might be needed), the D40 is pretty much all you will need.
Happy Photographing!
Disaster!!!.......2007-05-07
the seller sold a false kit. The lens are not 100% compatible with this camera (only manual focus). They refunded a lower price than the market for the lens. I fill swindled.
Product Description
6.1 Megapixel / 2" LCD / Uses CompactFlash Memory Card / Fast Shutter / Auto and Manual Focus and Exposure Modes / Built-in Speedlight / PC and Mac 3 fps Continuous Shooting - for up to 144 consecutive shots Refined 5-Area AF System - with NEW All-Area Search / 3D Color Matrix Metering Fast - 1/8000 sec. Maximum Shutter Speed & 1/500 Sec. Flash Sync Built-in Speedlight Electronic-Flash Dimension (WxHxD) - Approx. 5.5 x 4.4 x 3.1 inch / Weighs 1.25 lbs
Customer Reviews:
35mm Film to Digital to Digital SLR.......2007-07-19
Great product, you do not need 10 mp, 6 mega pixel is not a problem especially if you shoot raw or fine, go all out and get both lenses and buy two high speed turbo memory cards so you can take consecutive pictures fast. Also buy the Hood man to protect the viewer, buy a Tamrac shock bag. The Lithium battery is great you can take 500 pictures with no charge on a 10 day vacation. Remember the most important thing with a digital camera is to save and BACKUP your photos so buy an external USB hard drive and duplicate all your saved shots. Buy a tripod, buy the remote and buy the DVD lessons.
I have had mine for a year, I am so happy! The D80 and D200 have nothing over the D70S and don't settle for the D40.
Don't let age and megapixels fool you.......2007-07-02
I picked up a refurbished version of this classic recently (06/07), and to be honest, there is nothing else that even comes near its performance for the price. Yes the heart of this camera is 2004 technology, and yes it is only 6 megapixels, but let's be honest, 6 megapixels is more than enough and great 2004 technology beats mediocre tech from any era.
I was a Canon admirer, and I even owned a Rebel Ti setup (a film SLR), but when I could finally afford to take the DSLR plunge, I couldn't help but admire the virtuosity of Nikon's white balance and metering. Even humble the D40 blew away anything Canon had for less than the price of a used car. What makes the D70 (and D70s) even more remarkable is that they both have the same tech as high end Nikons (ie D200, D2X series): 1/500 flash synch, 1/8000 max shutter, and 1004 point matrix metering (plus it hasn't been dumbed down like the D40, D40x, and D80 sadly have). It also supports all of Nikon's modern lenses with AF on any that offer it (unlike the otherwise stellar D40 and D40x which require AFS). Additionally, unlike the D100 and other previous Nikon DSLRs, the D70(s) models both support I-TTL, Nikon's most advanced lighting system. Additionally the D70(s) can serve as a master in wireless flash situations.
The camera, like almost all of Nikons, is built incredibly well, more tank than toy (I wish I could say the same for the Rebels), and it exudes confidence. It also features a solid grip that suits my oversized hands, but I firmly believe it could accommodate more modest sized hands just as well. Confidence is further enhanced by an uncanny responsiveness, incredible burst mode, and lightning quick focus (on my 18-135mm AF-S lens). You really feel like a pro, even if you are just taking pictures of your cat.
Compared to the D70, the D70s adds a better AF system (which can be added to the D70 with a firmware upgrade), wider flash coverage, faster transfer of pcis from the burst cache to the memory card, and a larger screen. It likely also has a bunch of subtle refinements throughout, but nothing else of note. The 18-70mm lens offered as part of a kit is excellent, though Nikon has a huge assortment of lenses to choose from.
Don't underestimate 6 megapixels.......2007-06-27
I've been using this camera for a year, and continues to surprise. I recommend Ken Rockwell's WEB page on this camera to optimize settings; example color saturation setting. I recently viewed a tv program of a professional outdoor cameraman, looking carefully for the camera he used. It was a Nikon D1x, sporting 5.5 megapixels. Though not to confuse the D70s with the D1x, it does imply something about the megapixel hyperbole. I personally like RAW (some don't), and with Capture NX, is a great complement to the D70s. The manual mode (for me) is sometimes frustrating using the kit lens in getting the focus perfect; am considering a viewfinder adaptor to improve this aspect.
GET THIS, FORGET THE D80 OR D40.......2007-03-27
I'VE HAD THIS CAMERA FOR 15 MONTHS NOW AND I HAVE NOT REGRETTED ONE SECOND WITH IT. I AM A WEEKEND WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER AND PORTRAIT & LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHER DURING THE WEEK, AND THE PICTURES AND COLOR RENDITION FROM THIS CAMERA ARE SECOND TO ONE. THE D200. THE D70S HAS A MUCH BETTER METERING SYSTEM THAN THE D80 OR D40. MY PARTNER SHOT THE D80 FOR ABOUT A MONTH AND AFTER EXTENSIVE PHOTOSHOP WORK FOR THE COLOR ISSUES HE TRADED DOWN FOR A D70S. AND JUST TO SET THE RECORD STRAIGHT ON THE D200, THE ONLY ADVANTAGE WITH THAT IS THE WHITE BALANCE. THE AUTO SETTING ON THE WHITE BALANCE D200 IS MUCH MORE ACCURATE THAN THE D70S' BUT I SHOOT IN RAW NEF SO FOR ME THATS NOT A PROBLEM. NOR SHOULD IT BE FOR THE PHOTOGRAPHY ENTHUSIAST BECAUSE THEY CAN MANUALLY SET IT ON THE D70S. FIVE STARS FROM ME. I WILL NOT BUY ANOTHER CAMERA UNTIL THE TRUE FULL FRAME NIKON COMES OUT...WHENEVER THAT IS.
proven performer.......2007-03-14
a lot of photojournalists have this, and its easy to see why: fast shutter speed and af, good ergonomics, many lens options, nikon quality. at 6 mp, d70 proves megapixels arent the be-all and end all, it's what you do with 'em. kit lens is sharp, too.
but i'd still want to go with the newer and better d80 if you can afford it, maybe even the d40 if you can't. the d70 is a great camera which had its place in the sun, but is now obsolete. still, if you're upgrading from a P&S, this will seem like a godsend. if you're lucky, you can scoop it up on closeout and save even more.
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Nikon D70S 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-70mm Nikkor Lens
Product Features:
- Remanufactured to like-new condition; 90-day manufacturer's warranty
- 6.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
- Includes AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f3.5-4.5G ED-IF lens
- RAW and JPEG capture; burst mode allows for capture of three frames per second for up to 144 pictures
- Stores images on CF cards or Microdrive; powered by EN-EL3a or EN-EL3 rechargeable lithium-ion battery (includes EN-EL3a battery and charger)
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[Note: This item has been refurbished by a trusted reseller or the the original manufacturer. Items are inspected, and are warranted by the seller (see Product Features for details).] Based on the award-winning image quality, high performance and user-friendliness of the Nikon D70, the D70s offers several refinements that will further enhance your digital SLR experience. For starters the D70s features a 6.1 effective megapixel Nikon DX format CCD that yields 3,008 x 2,000-pixel images that are suitable for making large prints, or for creative cropping to bring out detail. With a power-up time of a mere 0.2 seconds, this SLR is basically ready to shoot when you are. Pictures are processed and recorded extremely quickly, and preview images appear on the LCD monitor almost instantly.
The top display shows critical exposure information.
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The D70s' connection ports are easily accessible. View larger. |
"In the cockpit": controls at the ready. View larger. |
Two-inch TFT LCD monitor. |
With the D70s, high-speed action photography is truly a reality. With the ability to shoot a rapid three frames per second (fps) for a continuous burst of 144 pictures, you'll never miss any action. And with shutter speeds that range from 30 seconds to 1/8000 second, or up to a 1/500-second flash synch speed, you'll be sure to have the flexibility you need to capture the action precisely as you want it.
Best of all, the D70s employs the Nikon F lens mount for seamless compatibility with the comprehensive lineup of high-quality AF and AF-S Nikkor lenses that have long been favored by professionals around the world. Included with the D70s is the AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f3.5-4.5G ED-IF -- a compact standard zoom lens that covers the focal length range of 18 to 70 millimeters, which is equivalent to 27 to 105 millimeters in 35mm format.
Professional Quality with Point-and-Shoot Simplicity
While the D70s offers many features you'd only expect in a professional-level SLR, the camera also supports many features that make picture-taking a breeze for anyone. The D70s features Digital Vari-Program selections that automatically optimize white balance, sharpening, tone (contrast), color, saturation and hue settings to best match the selected scene. Instead of having to worry about all the camera settings, you can have the option of choosing from one of several "modes" -- such as Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Close Up, Sports, Night Landscape, or Night Portrait -- that will deliver the optimum image for you according to the conditions. This means you can concentrate on capturing that special moment while leaving the details to the camera. And once you've taken your shots, Nikon's PictureProject user interface makes image management, editing and sharing easy and fun. Simply connect the camera to a computer to automatically import pictures. You can also quickly e-mail or auto enhance images, run slide shows, burn CD/DVDs, and access other commonly used functions easily and intuitively. With simple drag-and-drop steps, you can organize pictures into separate collections and quickly locate any file by name, keyword, or date.
Among the many other features that make the D70s an ideal digital SLR solution are:
- Nikon-exclusive Silent Wave Motor for high-speed auto-focusing with accuracy and super-quiet operation
- Internal Focusing (IF) for smoother operation and great balance
- Three Nikon ED glass elements, plus aspherical element for low distortion and minimized chromatic aberration
- M/A mode for instant switching from auto-focus to manual Nikon D-Signal technology for enhanced flash and ambient exposure control
The camera's included EN-EL3a rechargeable lithium-ion offers up to 2,500 shots per charge, and the large, two-inch TFT LCD monitor offers several playback options, including single frame, four or nine-image thumbnail display, zoom with scroll (up to 4.7x), automatic slide show, histogram indication and highlight point display. In short, the Nikon D70s delivers the professional-level quality an SLR of this class but with many of the convenient automated features that can make photography so fun.
What's in the Box
D70s, rechargeable lithium-ion battery EN-EL3a, quick charger MH-18a, video cable, USB cable UC-E4, strap, body cap, eyepiece cap DK-5, rubber eyecup DK-20, LCD monitor cover BM-5, PictureProject CD-ROM. Lens kit includes Nikkor 18-70mm lens, HB-32 hood, CL-0915 case, 67mm lens cap, and rear cap.
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