Nikon D40
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. |
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This camera is ranked
- 1st of 40 in 6 Megapixel
- 16th of 51 in SLR/Professional
- 9th of 74 in Nikon
- 14th of 88 in $350 - $600
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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... 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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Answered Questions for the D40
- 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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