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 enlarge | Brand: Nikon
Category: Photography
Buy New: $546.95
New (9) Used (1)
Avg. Customer Rating:  420 reviews
Sales Rank: 273
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Includes Software: Yes
Optical Zoom: 4
Display Size: 2.5
Maximum Focal Length: 55
Minimum Focal Length: 18
Maximum Resolution: 6
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.5
Dimensions (in): 3.7 x 5 x 2.5
MPN: 9437
Model: 9437
UPC: 018208094370
EAN: 0018208094202
ASIN: B000SDPMEI
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Customer Reviews:
 Amazing camera May 13, 2007
I have had two digital point and shoot cameras and a 1980's 35mm SLR with four lenses. I am thrilled with the picture quality of my D40. This camera is small, lightweight, and very comfortable in my hand. I do have somewhat small hands, which are well suited to the D40. The construction quality is first rate. The menu is fairly intuitive and can be learned in a relatively short time. I read several reviews before purchasing this camera and have to say that they were dead on.
Great camera, great price for moving up from a piont and shooter. The 6.1 megapixles is more than enough. I can't tell the difference in image quality when compard to my son's D80. I don't recommend the D40x because the extra megapixles won't be noticed unless you are printing very large prints. The frame rate of 2.5 per second has been measured an closer to 2.8 per second. The D40x is rated at 3.0 frames per second. Even if it's a bit faster, the difference is minimal. Also, from what I've read, the D40x is noisier at higher ISOs. I would put the $200.00+ savings into an additional lens. I plan to buy the 55-20mm VR lens for a little over $230.00. Also, The SB400 Speedlight is a great flash. It's much better than the onboard flash. If you find you like the feel and fit of the D40, Buy it! You won't be sorry.
Great Multi Purpose Camera May 12, 2007
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I've been using this camera for both personal and professional photography and have found it very capable for both. I'm an artist, so I need a camera with complete manual controls for shooting artwork. I also have two small children, so I also need a camera that can capture random moments quickly. This one does both very well.
 Nikon D40 with Kit Lens - an excellent value May 12, 2007
13 out of 13 found this review helpful
As a retired professional photographer who also has considerable experience with various digital cameras, I was somewhat reluctant to purchase a digital SLR that was meant to be used by 'First Time Digital SLR Users'. While it certainly can be easily used by novices in automatic mode, I soon realized that the camera has almost all the capabilities of higher-end Nikons, such as the D50, D70 and D80, but in a smaller and lighter version and even with some features the more expensive cameras are lacking.
Although light and relatively small, the D40 seems solidly built and the shape and controls are well thought out. The rear viewing screen is large and bright and the (through the lens) viewfinder is bright as well. When pressing the shutter button half way down you can clearly see when the subject is in focus. There is an extensive and well designed menu system
with which you can customize your camera and there is a "Help Button" that
brings up clear explanations as to what each menu item is for and what it does.
The camera takes excellent photos in all modes. What impresses me most is the lack of noise at high ISO settings. You get excellent results indoors without using flash at ISO 1600 and with very little noise. When using the pop-up flash, results are consistently good in macro and fill-in modes. Like all pop-up flashes, the range is limited and my next purchase will be a more powerful external flash. (Actually the range of the built-in flash is higher than most because of the high ISO usability.)
The kit lens is quite decent for most situations. A professional or serious photographer may want to invest in a more expensive lens, preferably one with 'Image Stabilization'. Unfortunately older Nikon lenses and even newer ones not designed for this camera cannot be used except possibly in complete manual mode, and that can be awkward at best. At under $600.- The Nikon D40 is a great value. While the camera sports only 6 megapixels, that is more than adequate for most photographers. Nikon just came out with the D40X camera that has 10 Megapixels which otherwise is almost identical to the D40. I personally wouldn't want to pay several hundred dollars more for it, however that is something you will have to decide.
D40 SLR Kit May 7, 2007
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
I love this camera. The ease of use, speed and clarity. I had the Nikon 4500 which was a nice camera for the time, but with children, it isn't fast enough to catch those moments. The D40 from day one has made me glad that I bought it. I take more photos than ever before.
I highly recommend this for someone who wants quality but doesn't want to spend 1K for a high end SLR.
Great deal for the money! May 3, 2007
10 out of 11 found this review helpful
I have been waiting to enter the D-SLR market until a few months ago and bought a D40 which replaces my beloved FE-2 and FA. The picture quality of this new generation of cameras is sheer amazing!!! Some pictures I shot look almost better than the original scenes!
The lack of auto focus ability on some older Nikon lenses is not really a problem as I believe the choice of focal point can be a creative part of photography. And lenses have evolved just like the cameras have. Modern lenses are lighter as they are built with predominantly space age plastics and smaller glass elements.
So, if you are thinking about about getting into D-SLR photography, this camera is a great choice! It might be a good time to invest in a few lenses as well! The 18-55 is a good lens and begs to be complimented by a tele zoom and a ultra wide angle lens.
I was surprised to find out that this camera does not offer a way to frame pictures with the monitor on the back. The view finder is the only way. Actually, no D-SLR offers this option as the image sensor does not become active until the shutter is released. Many point and shoot cameras offer this feature.
The best advantage about having a D40 is it's size and light weight. You will end up taking it with you more often which will result in more and better pictures!
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