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Nikon D40 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX and 55-200mm f/4.5-5.6G ED AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens with 2 Nikon School DVD

Nikon D40 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX and 55-200mm f/4.5-5.6G ED AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens with 2 Nikon School DVD

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Brand: Nikon
Category: Photography

Buy New: $569.99



New (10) Used (1) from $500.00

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars 414 reviews
Sales Rank: 679

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

Features:
  • 6.1-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 14 x 19-inch prints
  • Kit includes 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX and 55-200mm f4.5-5.6G ED AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lenses, plus 2 Nikon School DVD
  • 2.5-inch LCD with three display options; built-in flash and hot shoe
  • Fast startup with instant shutter response; shoot at up to 2.5 frames per second
  • Powered by one rechargeable Li-ion battery EN-EL9 (included); stores images on SD memory cards (memory card not included)

Accessories:

  • Induro Carbon 8x Tripod C-013
  • Adobe Photoshop CS4
  • Adobe Photoshop Elements & Premiere Elements 7
  • Adobe Photoshop Elements 7
  • Corel Photo Album 7 Deluxe

Similar Items:

  • Nikon 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED IF AF-S DX VR Zoom Nikkor Lens
  • Tiffen 52mm UV Protection Filter
  • Nikon EN-EL9 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery for Nikon D40 and D40x Digital SLR Cameras
  • Lowepro TLZMINI-R Topload Zoom Mini Camera Bag (Red)
  • Nikon ML-L3 Wireless Remote Control for Nikon D40, D40x, D60 & D80 Digital SLR Cameras

Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
The lightest, most compact Nikon digital SLR ever, featuring intuitive controls and an ergonomically designed operation for first-time SLR users to enjoy. High level performance and ease. 3D Color Matrix Metering II with 420-pixel RGB sensor delivers consistent and dependable automatic exposure for ideal results in most lighting conditions Advanced 3-area AF system Automatic control over ISO-equivalent sensitivity from ISO 200 to 1600 with manual override Eight automated Digital Vari-Programs [Auto, Auto (Flash Off), Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close Up, and Night Portrait] optimize white balance, sharpening, tone, color, saturation and hue to match the scene Near-instant 0.18-second power-up Versatile shutter speed control with a range from 30 to 1/4000 s, plus bulb Creative in-camera effects and editing functions consolidated under the new Retouch menu, including D-Lighting, Red-eye correction, Trim, Monochrome settings (Black-and-white, Sepia, Cyanotype), Filter Effects (Skylight, Warm filter, Color balance), Small Picture and Image Overlay Large 2.5-inch LCD monitor Information displays can be shown in selectable formats Assist Images help select the appropriate settings for many camera features by showing an example image typical of that setting Large, bright viewfinder Fast image data transfer and recording to SD memory cards Exposure Metering System - TTL full-aperture exposure metering system Electronic-Flash - Auto, Portrait, Child, Close Up, Night Portrait modes USB and NTSC PAL image transfer capable Unit Dimensions (Body Only) - Approximately Width 5.0 x Depth 2.5 x Height 3.7 inches / Weight - 1 pound, 1 ounces Nikon USA 1-Year Warranty


Customer Reviews:   Read 409 more reviews...

4 out of 5 stars Awesome starter camera   November 14, 2008
K. Torgerson
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

I have been shooting with a DSLR for almost a year and the first 10 months were with the Nikon D40. This camera is a great starter camera. It is really easy to learn on, and works great for those who just want to shoot on auto. Plus you can't beat the price!

I recently updated to the nikon d80, and wish I had my D40 back. The D80 underexposes everything.

The reason I got rid of my D40 was because there were only 3 focusing points, and it can't auto focus with some lenses. I really wanted the Nikkor 50mm 1.8 and it wouldn't auto focus with the D40.

I would buy the D40 again and hold on to it until I could afford the D300 if I were to do it all again.

Also, the resale price was good. I bought this camera for a really good deal at $450 almost a year ago and sold it recently for $400. That is only a $50 loss for a whole year worth of pictures- Awesome!



5 out of 5 stars Awesome entry level DSLR   November 11, 2008
R. M. Vance (South Carolina)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful

Awesome camera! Takes amazing pictures for any level of photographer. The camera is quick to take the shot, and once you become familiar with its functions and operations, its quick and easy. Good price for an entry level DSLR camera that comes with an all around "day to day" lens. Please, read reviews and make sure that this camera is what you want. The camera is not the important piece for quality shots, its shot composure. Ive taken shots with a lowend 3MP point and shoot that blow this camera away. The biggest thing to remember if you want great photographs is to remember to compose your shot; think about lighting, background, foreground and most importantly what is in focus. Take the shot and you will be amazed with what you get. This camera takes huge resolution pictures and outputs them in JPG or NEF (Raw format). I would suggest shooting in Nikon Raw format (NEF) and then converting it to whatever format you need.
90% out of 100 for this camera. 10% minus because in my opinion they should give you a 4GB SDHC card with the camera considering how much it cost and how little the SDHC cards do cost.



5 out of 5 stars D40 Nikon is excellent!   November 2, 2008
Kyle Gray (Bloomsburg, PA USA)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful

My sister-in-law was prodding me to move away from 35mm photography and take a stab at digital format. I have used several of the small cameras from Kodak, but knew I needed a SLR if I was going to get serious.

The D40 has worked like a charm. The settings are easy to understand and the pictures so far have been excellent. One note: I did sit down with the camera and the manual and go through it page by page. There is a learning curve, but it is not steep.

Very good product that I am glad to carry with me everywhere I go on a regular basis.



5 out of 5 stars Excellent camera   November 2, 2008
Mario Rodriguez (San Jose, Costa Rica)
0 out of 2 found this review helpful

I sincerely think that this is an excellent camera. You can't have anything better for this price.


5 out of 5 stars Great Camera, Great Price   November 2, 2008
Carol Jean Clemons (Macomb, IL USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

I checked out this camera after reading a review in MAC WORLD magazine. I also read some on-line reviews which were mostly favorable. Well, I love it! It is easy to use right out of the box. The color and sharpness are excellent. The camera is lightweight and feels comfortable in my hand. I think it is a really great camera for the price. I use it for my graphics design business - I think it was money very well spent.

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