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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 It has been replaced by the Nikon D40X.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
B+
HQ Grade: B+
A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras.
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.
  • 4 out of 5
"Excellent for hobbyists"
  • 4 out of 5
"i AM PROUD TO OWN THIS"
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Nikon D40 Reviews by DigitalCamera-HQ Users

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  • 5 out of 5
Compatibility with my old Nikkor lens (Stephen F. Sit - 11/13/07)

I am the proud owner of a Nikon F, a Nikon F2, a Nikkormat EL, and many old Nikkor lens, some without AI. The oldest... read more

  • 5 out of 5
Love this camera (Roberta Czaplewski - 11/8/07)

It's been years since I've used an SLR. Had become accustomed to my Kodak DX6490 digital point and shoot and finally splurged on my first... read more

  • 5 out of 5
Great for new DSLR buyers (Ed - 9/30/07)

I've been shooting a film SLR until recently and finally made the switch to digital. I've enrolled in a photography course and intend to take... read more

  • 5 out of 5
the best DSLR in lowest price (Nafees bazmi - 9/1/07)

Nikon has made possible for people like me to afford a DSLR at a nominal price, but i feel it odd that we pay for... read more

  • 5 out of 5
An ideal bridge between point-and-shoots and serious D-SLRs (Wilkey - 4/28/07)

The D40 is targeted at the developing photographer or the amateur in need of greater flexibility, capability, and image quality. The size and operational ergonomics... read more

  • 5 out of 5
Very Easy to you! (Shwan - 2/18/07)

Following on from the popular D50 model, the Nikon D40 is a cheaper but no less capable DSLR. This camera is target for first-time DSLR... read more

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