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Nikon D40 Digital SLR with 18-135mm Lens
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digitalcamerainfo.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 5 star(s) Nikon D40 Digital Camera Review

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The 6.1-megapixel Nikon D40 retails for $599 with its 18-55mm kit lens. The price indicates a modest step down from previous Nikon entries, and the D40 shows the effects of that cost-cutting. Most notably, it only has 3 auto focus sensor zones, and it doe

Review Verdict: The Nikon D40 is a disappointment. As Nikon has introduced entry-level DSLRs, the company has tended to make them a little more expensive and a little more capable than much of the competition. In this case, it hasn't. The D40's auto focus system is old-f

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Pros: - Good noise control - Clever analog display - Clear help system - Comfortable grip
Cons: - Limited auto focus (3-point) - Poor color accuracy - Not as durable as other Nikons - Limited compatibility with many Nikon lenses
digitalartsonline.co.uk Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4 star(s) D40

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The D40 is Nikon's new entry-level digital SLR. It packs a similar 6mp sensor to that used in the outgoing D50 and D70s.

Review Verdict: With the exception of the mediocre AF system and quirky data-panel there's still a great deal to like. We can't fault the build or the image quality, but the D40 will more readily appeal to those trading up from a digital compact than owners of older digi

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Pros: Well-made, compact body with bright viewfinder. High picture quality with low noise.
Cons: No built-in sensor cleaning or image-stabilization system. Autofocus with AF-S or AF-I lenses only.
dcresource.com Professional Review.

Nikon D40

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The D40 is Nikon's new entry-level digital SLR. Priced at just $599 with an 18 - 55 mm lens, the D40 is one of the lowest priced SLRs on the market. Nikon didn't cut a lot of corners to keep the price down, either -- this is a very capable camera. It has

Review Verdict: The D40 and its new battery turn in above average battery life numbers. I suppose I should mention my usual list of "gotchas" about proprietary batteries like the EN-EL9. First, at $45 each, they're expensive. Secondly, unlike with cameras that use AA bat

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Pros: Excellent photo quality ; vivid colors and very low noise -- though see issues below ; Well built for its price ; Robust performance ; Large, bright, and sharp 2.5" LCD ; Shooting data well presented on the main LCD ; settings can quickly be changed from
Cons: Purple fringing with kit lens ; occasional blown highlights ; Limited selection of AF-S lenses means that many Nikkor lenses (mostly primes) will not support autofocus ; Grip could be larger ; No depth-of-field preview ; Included software doesn't allow fo
letsgodigital.org Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4.05 star(s) Nikon D40 | Digital Camera Review

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Nikon D40 : Nikon Corporation announced the Nikon D40, a new interchangeable-lens digital SLR that combines the brilliant performance of world-famous Nikkor interchangeable lenses and the practicality of a remarkably small and light camera body. The entry

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ephotozine.com Professional Review.

Nikon D40 Digital SLR review

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Review Verdict: As an entry-level camera, the improvements over the D50 are all in the right areas. Sticking with the 6.

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Pros: Easier to use than its predecessor., Useful additions to in camera abilities and menus, No weight penalty over prosumer with kit lens., Good noise control
Cons: Loss of top screen, although increased rear screen compensates., New battery not compatible with others in the range., Only supports SWM motor lenses, No optional vertical grip.
digitalversus.com Professional Review.

Nikon D40

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While image quality has strongly improved, the D40 still seems too complex and perhaps expensive compared to the fierce competition.

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Pros: - Excellent image quality, - Nice handling, - High performance auto focus, - New simpler menus
Cons: - Unpredictable exposure at times, - No gridlines in viewfinder, - Narrow viewfinder, - Reduced autofocus zone
photographyblog.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4.5 star(s) Nikon D40 Review

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The Nikon D40 surprised everyone when it was announced at the end of 2006. A DSLR camera with an 18-55mm lens for less than £450/ $680 from one of the big two manufacturers, the Nikon D40 makes the DSLR format affordable to more people than ever before. F

Review Verdict: The Nikon D40 is an attempt to make DSLR photography accessible to more people than ever before, making it one of the most important models in the company's history. Crucially Nikon haven't simply concentrated on reducing the price by reducing the feature

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dpexpert.com.au Professional Review.

REVIEW-NIKON D40 digital single lens reflex

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This 6.2 megapixel camera is Nikon's entry level DSLR. It is lighter and smaller than any previous Nikon. Although at first the camera feels flimsy it is soon apparent that, although light, it is rigid and tightly made.

Review Verdict: Will 6 megapixels do the job? For most people, yes. And the D40 has 6 million really well handled pixels. It is recommended without reservation."

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Pros: : With this camera we are able to say that the kit lens is pretty good. It feels plasticky and has a plastic rather than a metal mount, all of which suggests penny pinching and quality compromises. However Nikon have chosen to make it with a modest zoom r
Cons: The D40 is the first Nikon DSLR not to have a camera status LCD on the body top. Camera status is now displayed ephemerally on the LCD review screen and some settings appear in the viewfinder. Nikon is not alone in doing this and it no doubt keeps the pri
photoxels.com Professional Review.

Nikon D40

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At under US $600, the Nikon D40 is excellent value for money. Nikon has not compromised at all in any respects and the D40 is solidly built and handles beautifully. It provides the standard AUTO mode, plus Scene Modes for more challenging lighting situati

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diwa-awards.com Professional Review.

Nikon D40

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Over several decades, Nikon has built their remarkable reputation primarily as makers of top quality 35 mm system cameras and lenses. This legacy is forwarded into the digital age by maintaining the classic Nikon quality camera bodies and high performance

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