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Nikon D40 Digital SLR with 18-55mm Lens
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Bizrate User Review.

Product Rating: 5 star(s) Best camera available.

, Apr. 8, 2009
Comments:
The D40 takes great pictures and is more compact and less expensive than other SLR cameras. Don't be misled by all the hype over megapixels, this camera has all you need. In fact, I generally don't even use the highest setting and the photos look great. Y...

QuickTake:

Pros: It takes great pictures. I love having the ability to take photos where my subject is in focus and the background is not.
Cons: Sometimes the autofocus doesn't work as good as I would like it to.
Bizrate User Review.

Product Rating: 5 star(s) Grrreat bang for the buck

, Jul. 21, 2008
Comments:
This is the first SLR I've owned - I love the natural click sound of the shutter, I love the rubberised grip, I love the Nikon tag, I just lllove the battery life - amazing - I once shot more than 900 shots without a recharge. And the shutter lag is bare ...

QuickTake:

Pros: This entry level SLR is amazing for the amount you pay for.
Cons: cons? for the money you pay, no cons. I would like to have a more versatile kit lens, for a higher zoom
Bizrate User Review.

Product Rating: 10 star(s) I love my D40 camera!!

, Jul. 11, 2008
Comments:
I like basically everything about the camera so far. It is very easy to take pictures. I like the fact that you can get different lenses. Ilove to take pictures of my kids and various things around town.

QuickTake:

Pros: The price and the picture quality
Cons: Haven't found any yet
Bizrate User Review.

Product Rating: 5 star(s) I couldn't be happier

, Jul. 5, 2008
Comments:
I bought this camera to take pictures of my newborn daughter on the advice of a friend. What a great idea! A <br>digital SLR (especially this one) doesn't have the wait time that other digital cameras have. Take out the <br>camera, point and shoot

QuickTake:

Pros: Easy to use, takes great pictures
Cons: Really want the big zoom lens
Has Owned Product: 9 months
Bizrate User Review.

Product Rating: 8 star(s) good

, May. 28, 2008
Comments:
This camera is the best one for beginners. Good price and easy to use, but there is a problem about the shutter button, and not colorful as Canon's.

QuickTake:

Pros: Good price, easy to news, and rechangable len.
Cons: Low resolution, no AF lens.
Bizrate User Review.

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, Jul. 15, 2007
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Has Owned Product: 11 days
pcworld.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4.1 star(s) Nikon D40 SLR

Comments:
A few years ago, $1000 was a critical price barrier for digital SLRs. Now, as interest in SLRs has grown among casual photographers, vendors have been racing to produce a $500 model. Though no camera has reachede that goal yet, Nikon's new D40 comes close

Review Verdict: At $600, the D40 is a great value, and a great tool for photographers who want to grow. The included help system and aperture displays are fantastic learning tools, and the fact that the camera provides full priority and manual modes, as well as RAW, ensu

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QuickTake:

Pros: Helpful features for novices Small and lightweight
Cons: Lacks depth-of-field preview
thinkcamera.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4 star(s) Nikon D40: 2008 Review

Comments:
With today's economic climate, money is tight. Yesteryear's Nikon D40 comes in cheap, but how does it stand up by today's standards?

Review Verdict: Despite the low cost, the Nikon D40 does not seem built down to a price. It feels nicely robust in the hand; light and plastic, but solid polycarbonate. The 2.5" rear LCD is bright and doesn't seem small unless you compare it to later designs. The menu sy

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QuickTake:

Pros: The price Deceptively solid build Good image quality at high ISO Potentially good picture quality That price again!
Cons: Small LCD Dated design means no live view Soft images as standard
pcauthority.com.au Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4.15 star(s) Nikon D40

Comments:
Good performance and handling, low price and far better quality than any digital compact.

Review Verdict: This isn't surprising, as both the auto focus sensor and image-processing engine are taken from the D80. So, the D40 has a rich heritage. It's also kept the D80's auto-ISO function, upping the ISO only when the shutter drops below a preset speed. Shutter

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reviewed.com Professional Review.

Nikon D40 Digital SLR Camera Review

Comments:
Nikon's 6.1-megapixel D40 sprung into the market near the end of 2006, just in time for shopping season. With an impressive $599 price tag that includes a generic 18-55mm kit lens, the camera's entry price is perhaps its most revolutionary element. With a

Review Verdict: Nikon's claim that "anyone can operate this camera to great success" may be true. The D40 packs a hearty collection of in-camera editing options: D-Lighting (which brightens the shadows and mid-tones in underexposed images), Red-Eye correction, cropping,

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photo.net Professional Review.

Nikon D40/D40x Review

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The Nikon D40/D40x is the smallest, lightest, and cheapest APS-C DSLR from any manufacturer. This is the first camera that makes effective use of the fact that there is a powerful computer inside and a big LCD display on the back. When you're choosing ISO

Review Verdict: better controls for creativity; the fancier point and shoots offer full manual control, but they have so few buttons that changing a setting involves wading deep into menus. To switch the D40 from aperture- to shutter-priority, for example, you simply tur

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dcamerareview.com Professional Review.

Nikon D40

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The Nikon D40 is a 6.1 megapixel entry level DSLR with a 23.7 x 15.6mm RGB CCD sensor.&nbsp;The D40 features 3-AF points, an ISO range of 200-1600, 2.5 inch LCD display, 3D Color Matrix Mettering II, (center weighted and Spot Metering), 2.5 fps continuous...

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ephotozine.com Professional Review.

Nikon D40 - hands on Digital SLR Review

Comments:
Nikon's latest announcement, their 12th dSLR camera, the D40 has had a few rumours r

Review Verdict: Although a lower numerical denominator has been used (and I wouldn't for one moment think that was to upset Canon's 10D, 20D, 30D sequence) the new model is an improvement on the existing D50 in it's ease of use, and the number of features inherited from

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shutterbug.com Professional Review.

Nikon&acirc;-'s D40; &acirc;--Mini&acirc;-- D-SLR At An Affordable Price

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Aimed squarely at the first-time D-SLR user, and especially at those family and social photographers who have been frustrated by their digicam's bothersome shutter lag, the Nikon D40 is a compact camera that still holds enough features to satisfy budding

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macworld.co.uk Professional Review.

Product Rating: 5 star(s) Nikon D40 [Mac]

Comments:
With Digital SLR cameras now stealing much of the limelight for the quality of the resultant image, we thought we'd take a look at six leading examples for you to choose from.

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digitalreview.ca Professional Review.

Nikon D40 Digital SLR First Look Review

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Nikon has today officially announced the entry level 6.1MP Nikon D40 digital SLR. We have now published a series of sample images taken with a final production version of the new Nikon D40. We tested the Nikon D40 with the new AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-55mm

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digitalreview.ca Professional Review.

Nikon D40 Compared to Nikon D50 and Pentax K100D / K110D Digital SLR Cameras

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With the recent release of Nikon's new entry level digital SLR the Nikon D40, we decided to test the Nikon D40 and see how it compares against the Nikon D50 and the Pentax K110D digital SLR which are targeted at a similar audience.To see how well these ca

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digitalreview.ca Professional Review.

Nikon D40 Digital SLR Wins 2007 DIWA Gold Award

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The 6.1 MP Nikon D40 digital SLR has been awarded a Gold Award by the Digital Imaging Websites Association (DIWA). In bestowing the award to the Nikon D40, the DIWA members note: "Although the Nikon D40 is an entry-level digital SLR camera, many of its in

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digitalreview.ca Professional Review.

Nikon Lowers Price on D40, D40x, D80, D200, D300, D3 Cameras and Select AF Lenses

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Nikon has today announced new lower manufacturer's recommended retail pricing (MSRP) on their entire digital SLR lineup, including the family photography oriented Nikon D40X, the Nikon D80 for the advanced amateur, and the Nikon D200 and D300 for the seri

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digitalreview.ca Professional Review.

Nikon D40, D60, D300, D700 SLR Holiday Savings and Lower Coolpix Prices

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Nikon Canada Inc. has announced a series of time limited "Holiday Savings" instant rebates on a number of their DSLR cameras, including the entry level Nikon D40, the family photography oriented Nikon D60, and the Nikon D300 and D700 digital SLR for the s

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thinkcamera.com Professional Review.

TIPA Awards 2007

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Technical Image Press Association awards - here's the lowdown...

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steves-digicams.com Professional Review.

Nikon D40 SLR

Comments:
The D40 combines sophisticated exposure automation with options for complete user control to help make it the ideal camera for anyone ready to explore their creative potential. Using Nikon&#65533;'s exclusive 3D Color Matrix Metering II, the D40 assures a...

Review Verdict: Once you've captured a shot you can check sharpness, exposure and focus on the large 2.5-inch, 230,000-dot high-resolution color LCD monitor, which provides the ability to enlarge your shot up to 19 times. The operating menus have been carefully designed

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digitalcamerareview.com Professional Review.

Nikon D40 Digital Camera Review

Comments:
The Nikon D40 is the &ldquo;gateway drug&rdquo; into the world of digital SLRs.

Review Verdict: For reviewing your images and working in the menu system, there is a single 2.5 inch LCD that has 230K pixels of resolution. To make the camera and its "info" display less intimidating, Nikon provides several options for the style of display, including a

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QuickTake:

Pros: Easy to use Takes great pictures "right out of the box" Quick focus system and has focus assist lamp Nice LCD and good user interface
Cons: Can't really change settings without taking camera away from your face Sometimes too many steps to make setting changes The f3.5 kit lens is not that "fast" - the maximum aperture is not amazing - but this is a beginners camera
Computeract!ve Professional Review.

First Look: Nikon D40 digital camera

Comments:
Nikon upgrades its entry level digital SLR

Review Verdict: Innovative, but also expensive. If you can manage without the live preview, there are good digital SLR and pro-sumer alternatives

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cnet.com.au Professional Review.

Product Rating: 3.75 star(s) Nikon D40 Review - Digital Cameras

Comments:
The Nikon D40 is a great transition camera for going from point-and-shoot to your first dSLR.

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QuickTake:

Pros: Excellent feel and compact size, Very customisable menu architecture, Nice guidance for dSLR newbies, Excellent noise characteristics for high-ISO shots
Cons: Slow kit lens, Occasionally slow to focus, Only 6 megapixels, Raw editing software costs extra, Control scheme can be awkward, No automatic sensor cleaning
asia.cnet.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 3.75 star(s) First take: Nikon D40

Comments:
Nikon's latest addition to its digital SLR lineup is targeted at you, the man on the street. Find out what we thought.

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laptopmag.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4 star(s) Nikon D40

Comments:
The Nikon D40 finds the perfect balance between price and picture quality.

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pcmag.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4 star(s) Nikon D40

Comments:
Although Nikon continues to improve and hone its entry-level D-SLRs to make them easier to use, the D40 doesn't quite earn a coveted Editors' Choice award.

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QuickTake:

Pros: Compact, light, and easy to use. Helpful guide features. Very inexpensive for a D-SLR.
Cons: Performance isn't quite as good as other entry-level D-SLRs. Only three AF points. Flash shots could be better.
photokina-show.com Professional Review.

Nikon D40 Review

Comments:
Nikon's newest weapon is the D40, and Nikon is using it to raise the stakes. The Nikon D40 DSLR is primarily meant for consumers who want more than a compact camera. In the profile of the target group, Nikon sees a family person between 30 and 70 years ol

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zdnet.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 3.75 star(s) Nikon D40 w/18mm-to-55mm lens

Comments:
Nikon D40In many ways, you might consider Nikon's D40 the Zelig of digital cameras. Is it a digital SLR with the spirit of a point-and-shoot? Is it a point-and-shoot with the power of a dSLR? It depends upon who's doing the shooting. While the D40 will ne

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zdnetindia.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 3.75 star(s) Nikon D40 w/18mm-to-55mm lens

Comments:

Review Verdict: Positioned at the very bottom of Nikon's dSLR food chain, the company aims the D40 at first-time dSLR buyers moving up from tricycles to training wheels. As such, it contains an assortment of preexisting parts from its siblings: the same (or very similar)

QuickTake:

Pros: Excellent feel and compact size; very customizable menu architecture; nice guidance for dSLR newbies; excellent noise characteristics for high-ISO shots.
Cons: Slow kit lens; occasionally slow to focus; only 6 megapixels; raw editing software costs extra; control scheme can be awkward; no automatic sensor cleaning.
pcworld.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4.1 star(s) Nikon D40

Comments:
This well-crafted digital SLR offers high-end features and very good image quality at a low-end price.

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QuickTake:

Pros: Very inexpensive, Impressive image quality
Cons: Lacks depth-of-field preview option, Only 6-megapixel sensor
personal computer world Professional Review.

Review: ION USB Turntable peripheral

Comments:
Converting vinyl records to a digital format is do-able, but it involves connecting the hi-fi to the computer, which are invariably located...

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personal computer world Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4 star(s) Review: Nikon D40 digital camera

Comments:
Review: Nikon D40 digital cameraEntry-level SLR with minimal complexity but plenty of creative control

Review Verdict: The D40 costs around &pound;50 less than the D50 and we feel it's a better camera, despite the lack of internal focus motor and top-mounted status panel. It's smaller, lighter, has a bigger LCD screen and a host of new features

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QuickTake:

Pros: Usability; price; size; image quality
Cons: No autofocus motor in camera body; no depth of field preview; 6megapixels limits print size and cropping potential
Computeract!ve Professional Review.

Product Rating: 5 star(s) Review: Nikon D40 digital camera

Comments:
Baby digital SLR for beginners delivers a grown-up performance

Review Verdict: Though not quite matching performance from professional SLRs, the Nikon D40 produces images that are a cut above the best compacts and deserves to do well against closest rival the 400D from Canon. For those who want better-looking pictures without taking

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QuickTake:

Pros: A lot of camera for not a great deal of money, A lot of camera for not a great deal of money, Helpful on-screen guides and user friendly, Lens included in the kit
Cons: Some pixel fringing visible when images examined in detail, Some pixel fringing visible when images examined in detail, Kit lens could do with being upgraded when you can afford it, Memory card costs extra
digitaltrends.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 3.75 star(s) Nikon D40

Comments:
Because of cameras like the new Nikon D40, industry pundits expect close to 2 million D-SLRs will be purchased in 2007. Because of its $599 price-with lens-it nicely bridges...

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QuickTake:

Pros: Affordable; easy-to-use D-SLR
Cons: 6.1-megapxiel resolution; not as responsive as competition
pcadvisor.co.uk Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4.5 star(s) Nikon D40

Comments:
The D40 SLR digicam picks up where the D50 left off, and on paper, little seems to have changed. But the specifications don't tell you just how much things have evolved.

Review Verdict: It may look like a refreshed D50, but the D40 boasts an enhanced, intuitive workflow that encourages experimentation. There's plenty of scope for both casual and advanced users. Highly recommended.

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macworld.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4 star(s) Nikon D40 DSLR (4mice)

Comments:
At $599, the Nikon D40 is a great value, and a great tool for photographers who want to grow. The included help system and aperture displays are fantastic learning tools.

Review Verdict: The D40 kit includes the small, lightweight camera and a separate 18-55mm lens (the camera is not available in a body-only configuration). Even at this low price, the build quality of the D40 is excellent. The rubberized grip and pebbled finish make it fe

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QuickTake:

Pros: Affordable, impressive image quality; small; light; bright, easy-to-see 2.5-inch LCD; full-featured; comfortable; solid build with rubberized grip; handy information display; built-in help system.
Cons: No top-mounted status display; lower pixel count than most pro-level DSLRs; no depth of field preview.
pocket-lint.co.uk Professional Review.

FIRST LOOK Review

QuickTake:

Pros: Simple to use, helpful guides built-in to the camera
Cons: Some settings difficult to find
pocket-lint.co.uk Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4 star(s) Nikon D40 digital SLR camera

Comments:
- At the time of writing this review, just 4 months after the launch of the D40, Nikon had announced the D40x (its review to follow shortly), a 10-megapixel upgrade of this model and one designed to oust Canon's EOS 400D from its perch.

Review Verdict: The Nikon D40 is a budget, compact DSLR, that is has to be said it does it rather well

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QuickTake:

Pros: Good price, good handling, design, large 2.5-inch colour LCD, USB2 (Hi-Speed) connectivity, great image quality, good value for money
Cons: No top plate data LCD, no lens motor in body (non-AF-S/AF-I lenses manual focus only), no depth of field preview, no exposure or white balance bracketing
dpreview.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 5 star(s) Nikon D40

Comments:
The Nikon D40 is an all new affordable, compact, point-and-shoot digital SLR from Nikon, it follows on from the D50 but at a significantly lower price point and with a subtly different feature set. The biggest news however is probably fact that Nikon resi

Review Verdict: The D40 is perhaps one of Nikon's most important digital SLRs.

QuickTake:

Pros: Excellent image quality, great resolution and detail, who needs eight megapixels?, Surprisingly good build quality, tight shut lines, Very compact and lightweight (especially with kit lens) yet still comfortable to use, Kit lens is better quality than man
Cons: No lens motor in body means non-AF-S/AF-I lenses are manual focus only, Disappointingly RAW+JPEG setting only records Basic quality JPEG's, No status LCD panel on top of camera (we hate to see these go), No exposure or white balance bracketing, No hard bu
digital photography blog Professional Review.

Nikon D40

Comments:
The much rumored Nikon D40 is official today. Compare prices on the Nikon D40 and get the latest price on the Nikon D40 at Amazon The Nikon D40 is a 6.1 megapixel DSLR with a 23.7 x 15.6mm RGB CCD sensor. It has an ISO range of 200-1600, 2.5 inch LCD disp

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steves-digicams.com Professional Review.

Nikon D40 SLR digital camera

Comments:
Nikon's D40 is the latest addition to its comprehensive line of digital SLRs. Designed to bring the performance, excitement and experience of Nikon's dSLRs to more customers than ever before, the D40 is an ultra-compact, lightweight 6.1-megapixel dSLR tha

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imaging-resource.com Professional Review.

Nikon D40 Digital Camera - Hands-On Preview

Comments:
If you've been sitting on the sidelines, waiting until you could afford a real Nikon DSLR, your time have come at last: While geared for the entry-level market the D40 packs enough features into its diminutive frame to keep serious enthusiasts interested

Review Verdict: With the introduction of the D40, Nikon has outmaneuvered everyone. They've produced a small, light, high quality digital camera that gives the consumer everything they need and more, at a price that's hard to resist

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popphoto.com Professional Review.

Nikon D40 Shipping in December

Comments:
The D50's replacement loses weight, trims price down to measly $600 street with kit lens.

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dcmag.co.uk Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4 star(s) Nikon D40

Comments:
Despite a 6-megapixel sensor, there's nothing wrong with the D40's picture, which come so close to the quality provided by 10-megapixel SLRs that it could be hard to spot the difference. But while the new control interface looks great, it's rather sluggis

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imaging-resource.com Professional Review.

Nikon D40 Digital Camera - First Shots

Comments:
Now it can be told: One of the worst-kept secrets of the internet over the last couple of weeks can now officially be talked about, and we have a full report prepared for you!Although we've only had our hands on a prototype of the new Nikon D40, we can sa

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bobatkins.com Professional Review.

Nikon D40 6 MP Digital SLR Preview

Comments:
According to leaks from a German photography retailer, it looks like Nikon will soon be bringing out a low cost (under $500) "starter" DSLR, perhaps in time for the Xmas season. The Nikon D40 is aimed squarely at those buying their first digtial SLR.

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digitalreview.ca Professional Review.

Nikon D40 Digital SLR First Look Review and Image Samples

Comments:
Nikon has officially announced the entry level Nikon D40 digital SLR. We have now published a series of exclusive sample images taken with a final production version of Nikon's new D40 digital SLR. See full story...

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digitalreview.ca Professional Review.

Nikon D40 side by side comparison vs Nikon D50 and Pentax K110D Digital SLR

Comments:
We have now tested the Nikon D40 against the Nikon D50 and the Pentax K110D digital SLR. To see how well these cameras would respond to the challenge, we tested the Nikon D40, Nikon D50 and Pentax K110D under mainly difficult lighting conditions. See full

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digitalcamerainfo.com Professional Review.

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

Comments:
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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QuickTake:

Pros: Good noise control, Clever analog display, Clear help system, Comfortable grip
Cons: &nbsp;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

Comments:
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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QuickTake:

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

Comments:
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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QuickTake:

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 the info s
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 for RAW ima
letsgodigital.org Professional Review.

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

Comments:
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

Comments:

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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QuickTake:

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

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

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QuickTake:

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

Comments:
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 &pound;450/ $680 from one of the big two manufacturers, the Nikon D40 makes the DSLR format affordable to more people than ever bef...

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

Comments:
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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QuickTake:

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

Comments:
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

Comments:
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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neocamera.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 3.75 star(s) Nikon D40 Review

Comments:
With the D40, Nikon is finally competing price-wise in the entry-level DSLR market. In the USA, the D40 is sold with the kit-lens only for $599 USD. In Canada, the camera is available alone for $649 CDN, with 18-55mm F3.

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QuickTake:

Pros: Very low noise up to ISO 400, Low noise at ISO 800 with minor loss of details, Good image sharpness with adequate lens, Fast and accurate focus, Very fast and responsive, Good build quality, Good ergonomics, but may be too small for some
Cons: Strongly over saturated colors, Poor automatic white-balance under artificial light, Strong shadow noise at ISO 1600, ISO 3200 extremely noisy, ISO 200 Minimum, Limited image parameter range, LCD status lags camera settings
thinkcamera.com Professional Review.

First look: Nikon D40

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The Nikon D40 - the prettiest and easiest to use Nikon ever.Oh and it's small and cheap too - what are Nikon thinking?

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tech2.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4 star(s) Nikon D40

Comments:
A perfect upgrade from consumer cameras

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bythom.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 5 star(s) Nikon D40 Review by Thom Hogan

Comments:
In what some saw as a surprise move late in 2006, Nikon announced and shipped another 6mp camera, the D40. Ostensibly, this camera replaces the D50 in the Nikon lineup and becomes the new entry camera for the Nikon DSLR lineup. The question in everyone's

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QuickTake:

Pros: Small and beautiful., , , Makes you wonder why Four Thirds designs (e.g. Olympus) were necessary. And for a consumer camera, the frame rate, mirror return, shutter lag, and autofocus are fast enough to feel snappy., , , , , Most of what you need, , .Whil
cameralabs.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4.05 star(s) Nikon D40 full review

Comments:
Unfortunately though it's fair to say a large proportion of the D40's target audience are swayed by resolution figures, and truth be told, most of us would also find it hard to buy a 6 Megapixel product with the knowledge 10 Megapixel alternatives were av

Review Verdict: Nikon has certainly succeeded in designing an ideal camera for first-time DSLR owners. The D40 is small, light, very easy to use, rarely fooled by anything and simply delivers great quality pictures. So it's the perfect entry-level DSLR, right?

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QuickTake:

Pros: Small, light and comfortable., Very easy to use with helpful menus., Consumer-friendly photos out of the camera., Nikon's legendary metering is rarely fooled., , , Small, light and comfortable., Very easy to use with helpful menus., Consumer-friendl
Cons: Features weaker than 10 Mpixel rivals., No auto-focus with certain, older lenses., Some settings require too many button presses., Basic 3-point AF and no DOF preview., , Has 'only' 6 Mpixels, but it's enough for most., No auto-focus with certain, ol
your-digital-photography.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 5 star(s) Nikon D40

Comments:
Nikon have now launched the Nikon D40 Digital SLR, a new interchangeable lens camera that combines high performance with the practicality of a surprisingly small and lightweight camera body.

Review Verdict: All of the above considered, the Nikon D40 digital SLR is a fantastic digital model and a very good bench-mark for other camera manufacturers to compete with during 2007!

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gadgetguy.com.au Professional Review.

Nikon D40 - Gadget Guy Australia

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If you're bedazzled by the Nikon name, the D40 is an economical way to experience one of its digital SLRs. It's also a low cost way to buy into the system, allowing you to later move up to a higher-featured, more expensive body and still retain your origi

Review Verdict: Good value and useful features are hallmarks of this camera, and its performance is reflective of the brand's fine photographic heritage

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QuickTake:

Pros: Powerful battery supplied with camera. Choice of menu display styles.
Cons: Low resolution for a D-SLR.
amateurphotographer.co.uk Professional Review.

Nikon D40 Digital SLR product review

Comments:
Damien Demolder tests the Nikon D40 What's the difference between cheap low-end low spec camera and a quality one designed for novices? Nikon claims to have the answer in it's new entry-level D40 DSLR.

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tech.co.uk Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4 star(s) Nikon D40

Comments:
There are going to be those who think that Nikon is at best foolish andat worst mad to launch a new digital SLR with only 6 megapixels.

Review Verdict: A great camera let down by a sluggish interface.

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QuickTake:

Pros: Excellent image quality, Large viewfinder, Big LCD screen
Cons: Small body, Fiddly menu, No top screen
pcphotomag.com Professional Review.

First Look: Nikon D40

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The Nikon D40 is Nikon&#146;s most compact and most affordable D-SLR to date. This camera combines a host of high-end features with an easy-to-navigate layout to make the creation of quality photographs easier and fun. Its straightforward layout and desig...

Review Verdict: In-Camera Image Editing provides photographers with the capability to enhance their images even before they&#146;re imported into a computer. D-Lighting, Image Trimming and Image Overlay are a few of the changes that can be applied to your photographs in-...

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techradar.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4 star(s) Nikon D40

Comments:
The D40 isn't just a cut-down or 'refreshed' D50

Review Verdict: The intention, presumably, is to offer a quick visual impression of the settings in use. The aperture diaphragm, for example, shrinks or enlarges according to the aperture you've set on the camera. In practice, though, you find your eyes going straight to

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QuickTake:

Pros: Excellent image quality, Large viewfinder, Big LCD screen
Cons: Small body, Fiddly menu, No top screen
shutterbug.com Professional Review.

Nikon&acirc;-'s D40; &acirc;--Mini&acirc;-- D-SLR At An Affordable Price

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Aimed squarely at the first-time D-SLR user, and especially at those family and social photographers who have been frustrated by their digicam's bothersome shutter lag, the Nikon D40 is a compact camera that still holds enough features to satisfy budding

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alaTest.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4.45 star(s) Review summary of Nikon D40

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alaTest has collected and analysed 3237 reviews of Nikon D40 from international magazines and websites.

Review Verdict: Experts rate this product 82/100 and users 93/100. Comparing these reviews to 69466 other Digital SLR Cameras reviews gives this product an overall alaScore&trade; 89/100 = Very Good.

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photoaxe.com Professional Review.

Nikon D40 Review

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In a few words, Nikon D40 is the lightest, most compact Nikon digital SLR ever, featuring intuitive controls and an ergonomically designed operation that even first-time SLR users can enjoy. Advanced 3-area AF system and the refined algorithms inherited f

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iloveindia.com Professional Review.

Nikon D40

Comments:
Nikon presents yet another delightful gadget for snapshot lovers of India. To know the features of D40, read the review given below.

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dvice.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 5 star(s) Review: Nikon's D40 is a tiny DSLR camera that grows with you

Comments:
Just the other week my cousin turned 11 and, feeling obligated, I decided to go to his party. My companion: Nikon's D40 digital SLR (DSLR) camera, ready to capture the festivities in captured 6.1-megapixel moments. Slinging the Nikon over...

Review Verdict: A The D40 does the job on a serious budget.

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QuickTake:

Pros: It's small and exceptionally light, comes with a reprogrammable function button, and takes very nice images.
Cons: The continuous shooting mode doesn't work in tandem with the flash. It lacks sweet features that other Nikons have, including a status LCD and built-in wireless flash support.
thinkcamera.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4 star(s) Nikon D40: 2008 Review

Comments:
With today's economic climate, money is tight. Yesteryear's Nikon D40 comes in cheap, but how does it stand up by today's standards? - 26/9/08

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cnet.com Professional Review.

Product Rating: 3.75 star(s) Nikon D40 w/18mm-to-55mm lens

Comments:

Review Verdict: The Nikon D40 is a great transition camera for going from point-and-shoot to your first dSLR.

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QuickTake:

Pros: Excellent feel and compact size; very customizable menu architecture; nice guidance for dSLR newbies; excellent noise characteristics for high-ISO shots.
Cons: Slow kit lens; occasionally slow to focus; only 6 megapixels; raw editing software costs extra; control scheme can be awkward; no automatic sensor cleaning.
cnet.co.uk Professional Review.

Product Rating: 3.9 star(s) Nikon D40: terrific starter dSLR

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Review Verdict: The D40 is a worthy upgrade from the Nikon D50. Although it has a lower number (probably because Canon's closest competitor is the EOS 400D), it is a definite improvement and makes an excellent entry-level model. It can even be carried in a large pocket

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QuickTake:

Pros: Fast start-up; simple menu; graphic interface; light weight
Cons: Older lenses not supported; no top LCD panel; plastic lens
goodgearguide.com.au Professional Review.

Product Rating: 4 star(s) Nikon D40

Comments:
The Nikon D40 is a great entry level SLR, and a good competitor to Canon's EOS 400D. It captures high quality pictures, has speedy operation and great low light performance, making it a wonderful choice for the budding enthusiast.

Review Verdict: At $1099, the D40 is great value, and a great tool for photographers who want to grow. The included help system and aperture displays are fantastic learning tools, and the fact that the camera provides full priority and manual modes, as well as RAW, ensur

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QuickTake:

Pros: High-end features and very good image quality at a low-end price.
Cons: The only conspicuously missing feature is a depth-of-field preview option.
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