Nikon D40
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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. |
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- 1st of 52 in 6 Megapixel
- 7th of 62 in Nikon
- 6th of 67 in $350 - $600
- 12th of 44 in SLR/Professional
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Answered Questions for the Nikon D40
- Q: Best all around lens
- A: Hmm, weird, it looks like they all have the same f values (I'm assuming the... read more
- Q: How do I stop the histogram display?
- A: I had this exact same problem with my Nikon D40x. The problem can be easily... read more
- Q: DOES THIS LENS COME WITH CAMERA AND WILL IT SHOOT WIDE ANGLES
- A: It really depends on the kit you buy. The standard kit comes with the 18-55mm... read more
- Q: Does the Nikon D40 support using the viewfinder to take shots?
- A: Hi Elizabeth:It's the other way around. You need to compose the picture thru the viewfinder. read more
- Q: can the Nikon D40 shoot black and white photos
- A: For Nikon D40, taking Black & White pictures is one of the choices that you... read more
- Q: Refurbished Canon digital rebel 400D vs Brand New Nikon D40
- A: As a professional? Well, even as a consumer I'd prefer the Nikon's warranty. But if... read more
- Q: Shutter button will not allow me to take pictures indoors in low light
- A: Are you using Auto Focus? The problem might be that the camera is having trouble... read more
- Q: Nikon D40 and Tamron 28-300mm VC lens
- A: I haven't used it, but Popular Photography wasn't impressed:CONCLUSIONS: This is not the lens for... read more
- Q: What does the flashing indicate on my Nikon D40
- A: Paulie,In the particular review mode you're looking at, the flashing most likely indicates an over-exposed... read more
- Q: Will a AF-S lens extender become available to extend a 55-200 mm above 200 mm
- A: If the extender works with a Nikon F mount, then you can extend that lens... read more
- Q: Amateurish question: Does the D40 or similar entry level dSLRs have movie option? (rebel XT, Pentax KD100 or the Olympus E-410)
- A: The thing about cameras with movie modes is that video on a still camera is... read more
- Q: Any suggestions of a better, sturdier lens, preferably NOT a Nikon product that would fit my D40 body?
- A: Anna,I'm glad we could help. I've actually never heard that Nikon lenses break easy, so... read more
- Q: I have the Canon S1IS and suddenly the screen turned all blurry and purple. A moment before it was fine. not drop the camera.
- A: Hi Priscilla,This is a known issue with some models of Canon cameras. What has happened... read more
- Q: Can I turn off compression on a Nikon 40D when shooting in RAW?
- A: Peter,I went through the camera's manual pretty thoroughly and found that the only RAW image... read more
- Q: Why do I get a resolution warning on enlargements
- A: Linda,I believe that you are seeing a standard warning from those websites that really don't... read more
- Q: Which memory card to use with D40?
- A: Well, in addition to size, the speed of a card is even MORE important. Cards... read more
- Q: Can the D40 display what we should see in the viewfinder BEFORE you actually shoot pictures?
- A: I had the same ' shock' a couple of years back when I bought my... read more
- Q: Can the Nikon D40 take decent indoor volleyball action shots?
- A: Well the Nikon D40, as well as other body's are definitely capable of doing the... read more
- Q: Compair zoom of the D40 with the S5.... Help
- A: The lens on the S5 has the SLR zoom equivalent of 36-432mm, so basically you're... read more
- Q: I've heard that UV filters are recommended to protect my Nikkor 18-55 kit and 55-200 VR lenses. Which ones are best? Or will a lens hood do the trick
- A: i would certainly recommend you invest in both. Filters can protect your expensive lenses in... read more
Open Questions for the Nikon D40
- Q: How can I reset flash to auto flash on my Nikon D40?
- 1 reply
- Q: Turn off "Highlights"
- 10 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Wont allow me to take a picture even though the flash is on & the camera is focused
- 5 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: what is the best setting to use for an evening beach wedding
- 20 points for best answer - 4 replies
- Q: How do i apply the camera strap to the Nikon d40?
- 16 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Is there a way to "select" individual photos to upload to the computer ?
- 1 point for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: How can you keep the views of your photo on the screen longer?
- 8 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Does the D40 have a fast recovery time between pics?
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: how do I use the image comment to mark a certain picture
- 15 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: I'm looking the the D40 or the coolpix because I dont have a lot of camera experience. What do you recommend for just taking nonaction photos?
- 20 points for best answer - 6 replies
- Q: spots on the lens
- 10 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: Can the little latch that holds the flash down be repaired if broken?
- 15 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: How do I extend display time on the LCD screen?
- 5 points for best answer - 5 replies
- Q: whats the best option on the d40 for clear outdoor pictures?
- 5 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: I like most aspects of the Nikon D40 and am leaning toward getting one; how do users feel about its optical zoom?
- 10 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: Does this camera have an instant response time?
- 5 points for best answer - 4 replies
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