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Nikon D40 Reviews

Digital camera - SLR - 6.1 Mpix - Nikon AF-S DX 18-55mm and 70-300mm lenses - optical zoom: 3 x - supported memory... More product details

$450.00

Excellent feel and compact size ; very customizable menu architecture ; nice guidance for dSLR... (cnet.com)

Nikon D40In many ways, you might consider Nikon's D40 the Zelig of digital cameras. Is it a... (zdnet.com)

alaTest Review Summary for Nikon D40

We have collected and analyzed 160 expert reviews and 3924 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 81/100 and users rate it 93/100. The average review date is January 16, 2008. We have compared these reviews to 126173 reviews from other Digital SLR Cameras. The alaScore™ for this product is 79/100 = Good. Last update: November 7, 2009.

alaSCORE 79

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4084 reviews

November, 2009

81 / 100

160 Experts

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93 / 100

3924 Users

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$450.00

Expert Reviews (160)

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Review summary for the Nikon D40 / D40X

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 4084 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the design. The price also impresses, but many are less positive about the performance.

Design, Price, Lcd, Color

Performance

Experts rate this product 81/100 and users 93/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital SLR Cameras, the Nikon D40 / D40X is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 79/100 = Good quality.

alaSCORE 79

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Nikon D40 w/18mm-to-55mm lens

By Lori Grunin (zdnet.com)

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 ...

Photo gallery: Nikon D40In many ways, you might consider Nikon's D40 the...

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75100

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Nikon D40 w/18mm-to-55mm lens

By Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

Excellent feel and compact size ; very customizable menu architecture ; nice guidance for dSLR newbies ; excellent noise characteristics for high-ISO shots

Slow kit lens ; occasionally slow to focus ; only 6 megapixels ; raw editing software costs extra ; control scheme can be awkward ; no automatic sensor cleaning

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

Photo gallery: Nikon D40In many ways, you might consider Nikon's D40 the...

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75100

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User Reviews (3924)

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I couldn't be happier

By Matt (shopzilla.com)

Easy to use, takes great pictures

Really want the big zoom lens

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"We are getting these at Radio Shack! :D I WANT ONE!"

By asimmons04 (cnet.com)

I look forward to buying one. We have a Fuji ... 

As far as I have noticed, my favorite feature on the camera is manual focus. You can do far more with manual focus than auto, and it seems alot of the entry level dSLR's are putting the auto focus with no manual, as well as no lens options. UGH.

I guess I would say I dont like the fact its a 6 megapixel, but thats decent size for 8x10's. The only reason you would use larger megapixel is for cropping and zooming before actually making the photo, and for posters. Its the other features...

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"Awesome camera! I was extremely pleased."

By akat71 (cnet.com)

For the person upgrading from a point and sho... 

Picture quality excellent, very user friendly, lightweight, easy transfer, overall great camera

For the novice as I am the menu on screen is a bit confusing

Manufacturer's Description

The D40 is a compact and lightweight high-performance camera that makes it possible for anyone to create stunning images with an SLR. Designed specifically for ease of use, the D40 lets you use the kind of digital and optical technologies that professionals use without the need to deal with complex functions. Whatever you shoot there is an automated Digital Vari Program that lets you achieve fantastic results in any situation. Help menus are easy to navigate and the in-camera retouch menu...

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