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2015-11-16T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

I keep going back to D40X

This little gem of a camera is amazing! Your passion for photography will grow! Simple user interface great for beginners and professionals. I upgraded to the D7200 and I go back to my D40X for most all my shoots! I was hopeful I'd love my new Nikon D7200 but prefer the D40X It takes clearer photos! I recommend buying the D40X for yourself or anyone you love that wants an awesome camera without breaking the bank!!

BehindTheLenzPhotography

2013-03-03T19:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Program Mode Flash

Well not having a DSLR before I thought I was the problem till..........I bought a D60. Then I found out what a problem the Flash and Compensation was in the 40x. With everything set the same the D60 takes perfect pics and the 40X has a lot of over exposures. So i called tech support at Nokon and the 40x is going to the shop after 2 1/2 mos of light usage. At this point I can't say I'd recomend it or not. Because anyone can have a lemon. How the factory handles it will determine my recomendation (yes or no)

John P.

2012-11-16T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

why you should buy this camera(college student at John Jay)

When I first used this camera in my photography class i was amazed and impressed. I took a couple of photography classes for my art minor at CUNY John Jay college of criminal justice and I used Both the D40X (which i later purchased) and the D90....(Which I would never use ever again). What I love about the D40X is that It is light and easy to handle. Where as the D90 and up are clunky and heavier and it was hard to handle with my shaky hands and arms. I love the Editing features when i am in the field or when im not near my computer. it saves both the original and the copy of the image. in other words, I would shoot my subject and if it is dark i can lighten it up some...however, i think it loses pixels and quality. then if i want to change it to black and white it is less work to do in photoshop Cs3- CS6. I love love love the fact that it can mount just about any lens that has an F mount. Meaning that I have some lens that got from ebay for 10-40 bucks that are from 1970 - 1990ish somewhere in that time era and still take great photos....HOWEVER, YOU WILL ONLY SHOOT IN MANUEL!!! NOT AUTOMATIC!! UNLESS IT A NIKON LENS THAT CAN HANDLE AN AUTOMATIC FEATURE.... The only problem i dislike about the camera is the automatic feature. I only use it when i am doing street photography and thats rare...the automatic feature is slow...and half the time doesn't recognize the Fstock(sp) on some subjects...(for example I would take pictures of a moving subject that is fast it doesnt adjust well with the shutter speed and Fstock(SP) I Cheat and use old lens because A) they are disposal b/c im paranoid of damaging a 400 dollar Nikon len that came with my body. and B) Most have the Fstock on the lens itself so you can see the light from the Fstock when you look through the eyepiece. I know my sigma lens all do that. I have no problems with this product other than disliking or hating automatic mode....I even bought this camera used on ebay....

I g.

2012-10-29T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent camera!

I bought this as a back-up for main camera which is a Nikon D70, but this has become my main camera and the D70 is the back-up. Lovely camera! Very universal and so easy to use for all shoots.

Hawk r.

2012-01-23T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Reliable and saitsfactory

I have had my D40x since 2007, so it's almost 5 years old and has done about 50 000 shots. It's never broken nor has it had any focus issues. I also used the same battery all this time and only bought a second one a year ago as a back up. Only now has it lost a pixel for the first time. It was a very good buy and I enjoy the fact that it's light and compact. I guess it's time to upgrade to more features though!

Pla

2011-12-10T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

excellent camera

i received this camera as a gift. WOW what great pictures it takes. easy to learn, very fast shutter, light weight. i have taken only about 200 photos so far and purchased a 55-200vr lense to go along with the 18-55 lense that came with the camera. together these lenses and camera take the best pictures I have ever taken. EXCELLENT. there are many cameras out there that take good pictures but NIKON cameras with their lenses are second to none for the price. my friend is a professional and this is the camera she carries every day for fast accurate day to day shots. COOL.

crimefighter

2011-09-04T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Easy to use, great product

The D40X is one of the easiest products to use. It handling is simple and the quality of the pictures is excellent

Ed's c.

2011-09-03T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

AMAZING!!!!

This is the best camera ever!!! The price is good and quality is amazing!!! I have read the manual and watched the videos thousand of times and I love this camera. I never leave the house without it. I love taking photos and now LOVE photography. It is now a sersious passion!!! Love it!!! :)

PhotographyGeek101

2011-04-20T20:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

D40x-starts better than it ends

This camera was wonderful at first, but has broken twice in three years. The cost of repairs was zero for the first repair in year one, and $170 to fix it in year three. The auto focus did not work, and the manual setting did not focus.

Big L.

2011-04-17T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Amatures tool

This is a great camera for someone wanting to break into photography. The manual mode has all the adjustable basics a good photographer needs to explore and refine their skill. With the advent of new cameras there will always be room for upgrades, but this is an entry level tool worth the money. Use this camera to see if you want to take photography to the next level. Great point and shoot in Auto mode for the family on the go.

Zoomer

2011-04-14T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Start

This was my first D-SLR camera. And I'm still using it. Took great pictures right out of the box, and as my skills grew - the camera kept pace. I'm a big believer in shoot it right - not fix it later. And this camera does a great job and helps you learn all the basics. The menus and interface are a snap to learn. Frankly when I borrow my husband's D5000 I miss that! You can't go wrong with this camera.

Seahorse

2011-04-06T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Features and a great entry level camera

Hi, This was my first SLR camera. I was very happy with the ease of use. I started with the two lens camera package and slowly added a external flash ( SB 800 ) then a 35 mm, then sold the 18-55 and 55-200 and bought the 18-200 and the 55-300 lens. Recently sold the camera and bought a D7000.

Trusty D.

2011-03-09T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Good for a starter camera...

I have owned this camera for a few years now, and it has served its purpose. I still use it as a back-up to my new D7000. It takes really good pictures and I would recommend it to anyone who is looking to "break in" to the DSLR market. I have never had any issues with the camera not functioning properly, although with it only having 3 AF points it doesn't always capture what you want it to. You really are better off at times going to manual focus.

Randall

2011-03-06T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

All around wonderful

light weight, ergonomic design, easy to use. LOVE this little camera that gives BIG photos!

TC

2011-02-18T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This camera is an amazing intro to DSLRs

This was my first dslr. It was simple to use, never took a bad picture and inspired me to learn more about photography to use more creative controls. It is fast and I never missed a picture of my puppys or my kids. Highly recommend

Photo H.

2011-02-02T19:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

Great beginner Camera

I learned on this camera. It is excellent for the beginner photographer who wants to do more than point and shoot. It is the gateway camera for a true photo addict. with 10.2mp, this camera takes great shots at a pretty entry level price too.

Milknon

2011-01-25T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Bought my camer is 2007 and it is a Great Camera. The only problem is the built in flash goes after about 2-3 years. After reading other reviews I am not the only one. Cost $175 to fix. I go on mission trips and on my past trip I needed a camera while mine was being fixed. Bought a point and shoot. NO comparison. My Nikon D40X is a far superior product. I take many pictures of children during mission trips so the quick response is required for my pictures. Hopefully the flash won't need repair again.

Maddie

2011-01-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great little lens

This lens cam with my camera when i bought it and it great, give you bit of a zoom, plus wide angle. great for doing outdoor shots.

Joes P.

2010-12-11T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Served me well for over three years

I bought this camera back in August 2007 because of a need of a negligible shutter delay found in P&S cameras. A DSLR was the only way to get an instantaneous shutter release. Now, with just over 6300 actuations, I always find subjects to shoot, and I never grow tired of it. For the beginning photographer, this entry-level DSLR is nothing short of amazing, and has everything you'll ever need. The only problems the D40x has given me were a series of switch shorts (the same switch!) in the flash mode selector button. I was without my camera three times, but at least I was still under warranty. That aside, this camera has allowed me to grow as a beginning/intermediate photographer. But the Nikon D40x still leaves plenty of room for further growth!

xeron

2010-11-08T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

camera is excellent in every respect.it has serve me well for the last three years.the only complaint I have is with the build in flash,which has stop working three times causing me to return the camera to service under warranty.the third time is going to be expensive since warranty has expire.spite my TLC this event keep happening.other wise a great camera that gives a great deal of pleasure to a photographer.

footloose19

2010-10-23T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Camera

Both my brother and my sister inlaw have this camera and they love it. Great for taking family pics and pictures of my kids playing, I looked at other cameras but love Nikon.

Stan

2010-10-15T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great first dslr

This was my first dslr and it is amazing. Great quality and easy to use. The only draw back is that it does not shoot video. I would recommend this camera to anyone who shoots photography as a hobby and wants nice quality.

Egg

2010-08-16T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

BEst To Take EVEry waY

sharpness image it surprise me when i used in first time good color for real i never give it up , now i use a the beast D700 but still have it as backup camera it is10 megapixl so it worth it. it's my best friend every where always withe me small light accurate easy to use. LOVE U NIKON ^_^

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Nikon D40X 10.2 Megapixels Digital SLR Camera Body Specifications

  • Type of Camera

    Single-lens reflex digital camera

  • Effective Pixels

    10.2 million

  • Image Sensor

    RGB CCD, 23.6 x 15.8mm; total pixels: 10.75 million

  • Image Size (pixels)

    3,872 x 2,592 [L], 2,896 x 1,944 [M], 1,936 x 1,296 [S]

  • ISO Sensitivity

    100 to 1,600 in steps of 1 EV with additional setting one step over 1,600

  • Storage Media

    SD memory card, SDHC compliant

  • Storage System

    Compressed NEF (RAW): 12-bit compression, JPEG: JPEG baseline-compliant

  • File System

    Exif 2.21, Compliant DCF 2.0 and DPOF

  • White Balance

    Auto (TTL white-balance with 420-pixel RGB sensor), six manual modes with fine-tuning and preset white balance

  • LCD Monitor

    2.5-in., 230,000-dot, low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with brightness adjustment

  • Playback Function

    1 frame; Thumbnail (4 or 9 segments); Magnifying playback; Slide show; Histogram indication; Highlight point display; Auto image rotation

  • Delete Function

    Card format, All frames delete, Selected frames delete

  • Video Output

    NTSC or PAL

  • Interface

    High-speed USB: Mass Storage and MTP/PTP selectable

  • Text Input

    Up to 36 characters of alphanumeric text input available with LCD monitor and multi selector; stored in Exif header

  • Compatible Lenses

    Nikon F mount with AF coupling and AF contacts
    Type G or D AF Nikkor
    1) AF-S, AF-I: All functions supported, 2) Other Type G or D AF Nikkor: All functions supported except autofocus, 3) PC Micro-Nikkor 85mm f/2.8D: Can only be used in mode M; all other functions supported except autofocus, 4) Other AF Nikkor*2/AI-P Nikkor: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D Color Matrix Metering II, 5): Non-CPU: Can be used in mode M, but exposure meter does not function

  • Picture Angle

    Equivalent in 35mm [135] format is approx. 1.5 times lens focal length

  • Viewfinder

    Fixed-eyelevel penta-Dach mirror type; built-in diopter adjustment (-1.7 to +0.5m-1)

  • Eyepoint

    18mm (-1.0 m-1)

  • Focusing Screen

    Type B BriteView Clear Matte screen Mark V with superimposed focus brackets

  • Viewfinder Frame Coverage

    Approx. 95% (vertical/horizontal)

  • Viewfinder Magnification

    Approx. 0.8x with 50mm lens at infinity; -1.0 m-1

  • Viewfinder Information

    Focus indications, AE lock indicator, Shutter speed, Aperture value, Exposure / Exposure compensation indicator, Exposure mode, Flash output level compensation, Exposure compensation, Number of remaining exposures, Flash-ready indicator

  • Autofocus

    TTL phase detection by Nikon Multi-CAM530 autofocus sensor module with AF-assist illuminator (range approximately 0.5-3.0m/1ft. 8in.-9ft. 10in.); Detection range: -1 to +19 EV (ISO 100 at 20°C/68°F)

  • Lens Servo

    1) Autofocus (AF): Instant single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous servo AF (AF-C); auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A); predictive focus tracking automatically activated according to subject status, 2) Manual focus (M)

  • AF Area Modes

    1) Single Area AF, 2) Dynamic Area AF, 3) Dynamic Area AF with Closest Subject Priority

  • Focus Lock

    Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L button

  • Exposure Metering System

    TTL exposure metering system
    1) 3D Color Matrix Metering II (type G and D lenses); Color Matrix Metering II (other CPU lenses); metering performed by 420-pixel RGB sensor
    2) Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 8mm circle in center of frame
    3) Spot: Meters 3.5mm circle (about 2.5% of frame) centered on active focus area

  • Exposure Metering Range

    1) 0 to 20 EV (3D Color Matrix or center-weighted metering), 2) 2 to 20 EV (spot metering)

  • Exposure Modes

    Digital Vari-program (Auto, Auto [Flash Off], Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close Up, Night Portrait) Programmed Auto (P) with flexible program; Shutter-Priority Auto (S); Aperture-Priority Auto (A); Manual (M)

  • Exposure Compensation

    +/-5 EV in increments of 1/3 EV

  • Exposure Lock

    Exposure locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button

  • Shooting Modes

    1) Single frame shooting mode, 2) Continuous shooting mode: approx. 3 frames per second, 3) Self-timer mode, 4) Delayed remote mode: 2 s. delay, 5) Quick-response remote mode

  • Shutter

    Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal plane shutter, 30 to 1/4000 s. in steps of 1/3 EV, bulb

  • Sync Contact

    X-contact only; flash synchronization at up to 1/200 s.

  • Flash Control

    1) TTL: TTL flash control by 420-pixel RGB sensor. i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR and standard i-TTL fill-flash for digital SLR available when CPU lens is used with Built-in Flash, SB-800, SB-600, and SB-400, 2) Auto aperture: Available with SB-800 with CPU lens, 3) Non-TTL Auto: Available with Speedlights such as SB-800, 80DX, 28DX, 28, 27, and 22s, 4) Range-priority manual: Available with SB-800

  • Flash Sync Modes

    A, B, D, F: Auto, auto with red-eye reduction; fill-flash, red-eye reduction available with opt. Speedlight
    G: Auto, auto slow sync, auto slow sync with red-eye reduction; slow sync, slow sync with red-eye reduction available with opt. Speedlight
    C, E: Fill-flash, red-eye reduction available with opt. Speedlight
    P, A: Fill-flash, rear-curtain with slow sync, slow sync, slow sync with red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction
    S, M: Fill-flash, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction

  • Built-in Flash

    A, B, D, F, G : Auto flash with auto pop-up
    P/S/A/M: Manual pop-up with button release
    Guide number (ISO 100, m/ft.): approx. 12/39 (manual full 13/42)

  • Flash Compensation

    -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 EV

  • Accessory Shoe

    Standard ISO hot-shoe contact with sync, signal, and ground contacts and safety lock

  • Self-timer

    Electronically controlled timer with duration of 2, 5, 10 or 20 s.

  • Remote Control

    Via Wireless Remote Control ML-L3 (optional)

  • Power Source

    One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9; charging voltage (Quick Charger MH-23): 7.4V DC, AC Adapter EH-5 (available separately; requires optional AC Adapter Connector EP-5)

  • Tripod Socket

    1/4 in. (ISO1222)

  • Dimensions (W x D x H)

    Approx. 5.0 x 2.5 x 3.7 in.

  • Weight

    Approx. 1lb. 1oz. without battery, memory card or body cap

  • Warranty

    Nikon Warranty

About Nikon D40X 10.2 Megapixels Digital SLR Camera Body

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BEst To Take EVEry waY

By ABadi

sharpness image it surprise me when i used in first time good color for real i never give it up , now i use a the beast D700 but still have it as backup camera it is10 megapixl so it worth it. it's my best friend every where always withe me small light accurate easy to use. LOVE U NIKON ^_^

why you should buy this camera(college student at John Jay)

By I g.

When I first used this camera in my photography class i was amazed and impressed. I took a couple of photography classes for my art minor at CUNY John Jay college of criminal justice and I used Both the D40X (which i later purchased) and the D90....(Which I would never use ever again). What I love about the D40X is that It is light and easy to handle. Where as the D90 and up are clunky and heavier and it was hard to handle with my shaky hands and arms. I love the Editing features when i am in...

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The compact Nikon D40x is designed to deliver the picture-taking benefits of a digital SLR, yet is easy and fun to use. The D40x is ready to shoot when you are, thanks to split-second instant shutter response, which eliminates annoying shutter lag.

Exceptional image quality is made possible by a high resolution, 10.2-effective megapixel CCD image sensor and Nikon's exclusive image processing engine. With a 10.2-megapixel resolution, the D40x invites creative picture cropping freedom without loss of picture quality and delivers the ability to make enlargements of extraordinary size.

Additional features include built-in flash with innovative Nikon i-TTL control, In-Camera Editing features with Nikon D-Lighting, Red-Eye Correction, Image Trimming, Image Overlay, Filter Effects and more. An ingenious HELP Menu with "Assist Images" helps you select the appropriate settings for many camera features.

Nikon D40X 10.2 Megapixels Digital SLR Camera Body Features

  • Extraordinary Nikon image quality - The D40X offers high-resolution image capture, made possible by exclusive algorithms incorporated into the Nikon Image Processing Engine.
  • Easy operation with intuitive controls - The D40X was carefully designed to make even first-time digital SLR users successful. The newly designed graphic user interface, help menus, and the ability to leapfrog through menu options work simultaneously to make the D40X truly easier to use.
  • Nikon's smallest 10.2 megapixel digital SLR ever - Beautifully styled and compact, the D40X makes using a digital SLR camera easier and more convenient than ever. The most compact Nikon 10.2-megapixel digital SLR ever, the D40X fits the hand perfectly, with a well-balanced design and grip to ensure easy access to controls.
  • Fast startup and instant shutter response - The D40X offers a power-up time of a mere 0.18 seconds and a near instant shutter response. Super-fast shutter response allows decisive moments to be captured perfectly, without annoying shutter lag.
  • 10.2-effective megapixel Nikon DX format CCD imaging sensor - Nikon's DX Format CCD image sensor delivers vivid color and sharp detail, ideal for making beautifully detailed enlargements of 20 x 24 inches and beyond. High resolution also provides substantially more freedom for creative cropping.
  • Shoot up to 3 frames per second - The D40X can fire continuously at a speed of up to 3 frames per second, capturing high-quality action sequences of children in sporting activities such as soccer, baseball and much more.
  • Advanced HELP menu system with Assist Images - The D40X's newly introduced "Assist Images" help you select the appropriate settings for many camera features by showing an example image typical of that setting, as well as an advanced HELP Menu for the current item selected.
  • Automatic exposure with 8 Digital-Vari Program modes - Eight Digital Vari-Program Modes include: Auto Flash-Off, Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close Up, or Night Portrait, each of which adjust automatically for optimal results under varied conditions.
  • Built-in Speedlight with i-TTL automatic flash control - Nikon's innovative i-TTL flash control evaluates flash exposure with incredible precision to achieve better automatic flash balance and deliver outstanding results.
  • 2.5-inch 230,000 dot color LCD monitor - The large 2.5-inch LCD monitor allows for 170-degree wide-angle viewing, enables image preview at up to 19 times magnification and has large type fonts and easy-to-view menus as well.
  • 3 colorful display options - The D40X has three all-new display options; Classic, Graphic and Wallpaper, with carefully created color schemes that are designed to help make changing camera settings easier than ever.
  • Bright accurate SLR viewfinder - A large viewfinder makes composition easier, and overall viewfinder brightness makes focusing in low-light photography possible. Its bright and sharp viewfinder, with 0.8x magnification, ensures precise composition.
  • In-Camera Image Editing - Highly versatile in-camera editing features include Nikon D-Lighting, Red-Eye Correction, Image Trimming, Image Overlay, Monochrome (Black and White, Sepia and Cyanotype), along with Skylight, Warm Tone and Color Balance filter effects.
  • Nikon 3D Color Matrix Metering II - The D40X's 3D Color Matrix Metering II evaluates each scene for brightness, color, contrast, size and position of shadows and highlights, selected focus area and camera-to-subject distance, comparing that information against an onboard database of more than 30,000 actual photographic scenes.
  • Fast, accurate 3-Area autofocus - The D40X's advanced 3-area AF system along with the refined algorithms inherited from more advanced Nikon digital SLR cameras, deliver fast, efficient and precise autofocus.
  • Built-in image optimization options - The D40X's Image Optimize setting lets photographers adjust color, contrast and sharpening as well as other image settings according to the type of scene or output desired. Settings include: Normal, Softer, Vivid, More Vivid, Portrait, Custom and Black and White.
  • Creative freedom enabled by world-famous Nikkor interchangeable lenses
  • Up to 520 images per battery charge
  • Nikon high-resolution Image Processing Engine