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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 It has been replaced by the Nikon D40X.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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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
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  • 4 out of 5
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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... read more

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
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Q: What is the best way to remove dust from sensor
A: The worry I have is that you may brick the chip with static electricity. I'd take it in for a... read more
Q: How do you install a reverse ring onto lense
A: The adapter usually screws right in and should have the proper mount att'd. Then you screw it in backwards using... 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 D70.Subsequently I found out that... read more

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Open Questions for the D40

Q: I am using a Tamron Macro 90mm lens, and it will only work on manual, but i can't seem to get it onto it ..HELP!?
7 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: what is the fastest sdhc card for nikon d40x
20 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: I have the phrase "shooting mode" blinking all the time.
5 points for best answer - 1 reply

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4.5 out of 5 7173 Store Reviews BuyDig.com BuyDig.com $629.00 Go!
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3.5 out of 5 1588 Store Reviews Amazon Amazon $469.95 Go!
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  • 4.36 out of 5

Average rating based on 1510 total reviews: 4.36/5

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  • 4 out of 5
Lovin' it so far! (Alfred Fonseca - 8/20/09)

So I just bought the D40 after months of research and I must say I LOVE IT!!!!!
I took it on a trip to the... read more

  • 4 out of 5
Nikon D40 (Arlene Thompson - 2/12/09)

This is camera is among my first choice of cameras, other cameras in this Nikon series is definatley worth looking at.read more

  • 4 out of 5
My favorite (Melissa Davis - 2/10/09)

This has fast became my favorite camera.read more

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Professional Reviews

  • 4.5 out of 5
Built for the Future (Imaging Resource - 1/2/07)

Imaging Resource lauds Nikon for their affordable, well-designed entry-level dSLR, which they believe is perfect for unencumbered, effortless photography. See their in-depth analysis for more details. read original review

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