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Nikon D40X
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HQ Grade: B
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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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- 21st of 51 in SLR/Professional
- 41st of 103 in 9 and 10 Megapixels
- 16th of 74 in Nikon
- 21st of 94 in $350 - $600
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Answered Questions for the Nikon D40X
- Q: Is a Nikkon 35-105 zoom circa '83-'86 compatible with my D40x?
- A: Mostly on manual, but you betcha. That's the beauty of the Nikon - legacy lens... read more
- Q: How do I get the picture I am going to take to show in the view finder!
- A: If you mean get it to show on the LCD screen, the answer is that... read more
- Q: Can someone please explain the "diopter adjustment"?
- A: The diopter adjustment could very well be the problem if you are using manual focus. read more
- Q: Over saturation issue
- A: The Nikon D40 is an amazing camera, and if you're seeing poor pictures, they're complete... read more
- Q: which lens suits the best in d40x
- A: Well the first thing I would do is swing by Ken Rockwell's site to see... read more
- Q: can anyone can explain the best features of nikon d40x
- A: Well, it has some cool features like in camera image editing - where you can... read more
- Q: Can you ever use a sb800 as a remote flash with the D40X?
- A: Well, you can get a third party slave trigger which will fire the flash on... read more
- Q: I have a Nikon D40X camera. Which lens is best to capture small insects, flowers or jewelry?
- A: Ideally, you want a dedicated macro, but you could use a zoom like the 18-200. read more
- Q: I have dust on viewfinder and was told it's on the bottom of the prism. Can this be cleaned?
- A: Sure, you could try some canned air and blow it free, but if it’s inside... read more
- Q: does it have flash commander mode with sb600?
- A: Good luck, please let us know if you run into anything else.Andrew... read more
- Q: What setting should I use for panoramic images?
- A: D40X does not have panoramic capability and there is no setting for it.If you own... read more
- Q: Battery and charger w/ camera?
- A: Hello Josh,My camera kit (there are different kits available) came with both. If you buy... read more
- Q: On manual setting, the d40x exposure compensation scale shows underexposure of 5 stops. How can I correct it?
- A: Correction can be done on the camera itself or with the help of photoshop.On the... read more
- Q: what the best tele lens for D40X, can anyone suggest?
- A: "Best" really is subjective. While I am a big proponent of off-brand lenses like Tamron... read more
- Q: Best lense and settings for live music photography?
- A: To do away with flash, you need to increase the ISO, use a wider aperture... read more
- Q: how come when i try to take a picture with a continuous shooting mode on a fast shutter speed the pictures come out black?
- A: The pictures come out black because they are under exposed.When this happens, set the speed... read more
- Q: I don't know which d40x package deal to get?
- A: Well, Jason, since you're starting out new in photography, I think you'll soon learn that... read more
- Q: OK, got the camera; now what's the best software to get? I am interested in shooting RAW.
- A: In my opinion, the best software to edit almost any photo, with the highest ease... read more
- Q: Package of D40x lens ()18-55mm or 28-80mm)
- A: What you want to look for is how fast the lens is. the lower the... read more
- Q: What is the Best Digital Printing Options for This Camera?
- A: Frankly, I think that going to your local photo printer is still the best option. read more
Open Questions for the Nikon D40X
- Q: nothing is showing on the monitor until after the picture is shot, how can I fix this?
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: whats a good midrange filter for shooting water in sunlight
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: what is the best setting for outside sports shootin, baseball
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: How do I get a "forced" fill flash? I have tried EVERYTHING!
- 10 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: Can the Nikon d40x be fitted with a t-mount that would allow me to take long exposure astro-photos w/ a telescope?
- 6 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: I bought the Nikon ML-L3 remote to use with my D40x
- 3 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Can you take a panoramic shot using D40X? If can how do you set it?
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: How can I adjust my camera for non-blurry, natual light photos?
- 20 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: How do I take colored photos in P,S,A, & M mode?
- 10 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Nikon D40x versus D80
- 1 point for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Help! - Which lens to get???
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: What about canon
- 1 point for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: does this come with a zoom lense ...the image doesnt show one
- 1 point for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: New D40x; using AUTO my photos are fine, on the A (aperture) setting they come out in black and white. Help!
- 1 point for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: What would be the manual settings to get clear, indoor (limited light) fast action (sports) shots?
- 10 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: Will my Nikon lenses for my 1973 Nikon FtN camera fit the Nikon D40X?
- 10 points for best answer - 6 replies
- Q: Looking to save my lens...will it work?
- 3 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Advice needed, recently purchased a 420-800mm lense from Opteka manual mode only although it will focus, it will not take shots, monitor shows lense
- 10 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: I have a D40X and can not seem to get the flash to work, any suggestions?
- 15 points for best answer - 3 replies
- Q: Nikon D40x -buying as gift - what lense do you recommend for beach vacations and lots of outdoor sports games of kids
- 20 points for best answer - 2 replies
