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Note: This camera was first sold in Jan 2007. It has been replaced by the Nikon D40X.
Nikon D40
Nikon D40
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HQ Grade: A-
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B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
D & F mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs.
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Nikon D40 Details

Editors' Comments

The Nikon D40 is a superlative budget dSLR, geared toward introducing aspiring professionals and other serious photographers to high-end performance and potential. The 6.1 megapixel sensor is just right for most users, and the D40's small form factor will avoid the annoyance of lugging around a heavy, clunky camera. The affordable D40 is certain to be a smash, and Nikon's dSLR line is only looking better as time passes.

Nikon D40 Specifications

  • 6.1 megapixel CCD sensor
  • Nikon F-Mount Lenses
  • JPEG and NEF (RAW) file formats
  • Auto and manual focus and exposure
  • ISO 200-3200
  • 2.5-inch LCD
  • Secure Digital storage (SD/SDHC)
  • Lithium-ion battery
  • More D40 Specifications...

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Product Information

Manufacturer Nikon
Part Number 25420
UPC 018208254200
Release Date Jan 1, 2007

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