Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens




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The D40x is a hard camera to rate because for some, it will be a 5 star camera, but others will regret their decision to buy this camera. If you are in the 5 star group, you will LOVE the D40x. But . . . because of a decision Nikon made to save $$$ by leaving out an autofocus driver out of the camera body, if you want to add a lens to shoot your kid playing soccer, the D40x is a potentially bad choice, and you may be a dead man walking. Let me explain:

The 5 Star buyer:

If you are moving up to a digital SLR, and want nothing more than to use the kit lens (which is very good), then you will LOVE this camera: it is light, feels good in the hand, and puts out better looking JPEG files than the more expensive D70 and D50 cameras, and rivals the D80 at half the cost. At 10.2 megapixels, there is plenty of resolution to crop and still have a great image to print.

Also, this is a very light weight camera which feels great in the hand, and is extremely easy to set up and use.

Digicam upgraders will love the ability to shoot at 2.5 frames per second, meaning you can set up the camera to take multiple exposures if you hold down the trigger. Digital exposures are free, so shooting in this manner gives you a better chance of hitting the perfect shot when photographing the kids.

If you intend to use this camera for general travel and around-the-house kid pictures, the D40x is a GREAT choice, and I think you will be a very, very happy camper.

The 2 Star buyer:

You want a camera for sports or telephoto shots of nature/birding. This is not the camera for you, and here is why: the D40x has a DIFFERENT lens mount than every other Nikon DSLR which came before it. To save costs, Nikon left an autofocus driver out of the camera body, which means you must buy special/more expensive add-on lenses with the autofocus driver built into the lens itself.

Why is this significant? Because of the 200 lenses made for Nikon DSLRs by Nikon, Sigma, Tokina, and others, only 20 or so work with the D40x with autofocus - something most amateurs will need to shoot sports and day to day photos. Many of Nikon's own consumer grade lenses, such as the 70-300mm G Zoom (Street price $150), will not autofocus with the D40x. As a practical matter, this means that if you want an autofocus lens to shoot junior playing soccer, you must spend $515 for a zoom lens, the fantastic, yet pricey Nikon 70-300mm VR Zoom. That is almost as much as what you paid for the camera itself. The D40x is significantly limited in the number of lenses it will accept, and you really need to think about these limitations before purchasing. Moreover, what if your intentions change and want to pick up a cheap zoom for occasional use? With the D40x, you can't, and I really think this is a significant limitation on this camera.

But hey, if you are in group 1, this is a 5 star purchase, and you will be a very happy camper. Good luck!


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I love the size and weight of the D40x. It feels good in my hands and hanging around my neck, even after a long day. The pictures are great and the user interface is relatively easy to use. My only complaints are the auto focus and the lens. When set to 'closest subject' (the default) the auto focus seems to focus on the wrong thing fairly often. I can switch to one of the other auto focus modes but these are less "automatic". My only other gripe is the lens. For the price delta between the D40x and the D40, I think it should have come with a bit better lens. I replaced the 18-55 with a Nikon 18-70 and now I've very happy.


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The camera is fantastic! Picture quality wonderful, speed incredible, battery lif almost infinite (over 35o pics this charge and still showing full!). Recommend it and the lens to everyone!


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I am very satisfied with this product and the Amazon system. I bought by internet by Amazon and receive the equipment without problems. I happy.


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I have been into photography about forty years. I decided to move up to a digital SLR. Checked all the data I could find on the Canon xti and the Nikon D40x.It seemed to me the cameras were about the same, with the Nikon having the edge on lens quality and the spot meter which I have always liked. My next step was to try them on for size, so I went to my local Sam's Club. To me, the Nikon felt much better in my hands. You should try the same test, after all you are spending a fair amount of money and probably intending to keep the camera for awhile. In the past, I have owned both Nikon and Canon cameras, and usually judge them about the same. I would strongly suggest that you purchase the 55mm-200 lens for this camera. After owning this camera for about two months I would tell you I am very satisfied with it in every way, picture quality, weight, feel, and performance. The only way I would recommend the Canon xti is if you already have Canon lenses that are compatible with it. The older Nikon lenses are not compatible on the d40x. Hope this review helps your decision.


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This camera takes really nice pictures and I am really content with my purchase. So far the pictures have been amazing and the camera is very easy to use. I considered the Canon Rebel XTI as well, but I'm glad I selected the Nikon.


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As long as you know what you're buying, it's hard to go wrong with Nikon's digital SLRs. They all take beautiful photographs. Even the basic D40 will give you professional-level clarity, color and focus. When I started using a Nikon digital to shoot travel-guide photos at Walt Disney World about five years ago, I would often get stopped by guests wanting to ask about my camera. Now I never do, because so many have one that looks just like it!

There are four Nikon digital SLRs in the consumer market. Here's how they compare:

The entry-level camera is the Nikon D40. It's a basic SLR camera that takes high-quality 6.1 megapixel (MP) photos. It has an automatic flash, eight programmed exposure modes, three focus areas and a self-timer with four settings (2, 5, 10 and 20 seconds). The D40 can shoot about two-and-a-half images per second and take about 450 photos on each battery charge. Its ISO range is 200-1600. On the downside, it has a plastic body, a semi-mechanical shutter and only accepts Nikon's newer AF-I or AF-S lenses unless you want to manually focus each shot. It weighs about a pound. The basic D40 kit is Nikon D40 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens.

One step up from the D40 is the D40x, shown on this page. Using the same body as the D40, it shoots 10.2 MP photos. It can take about three images per second, get about 500 photos out of a single charge, has an ISO range of 100-1600 and has a fully electronic shutter. As shown above, Amazon offers the D40x as body-only and in a variety of sets.

A major step up is the D80. About a third-inch wider and four ounces heavier than the D40, it uses the same processor but works fully with any Nikon SLR lens. It has 11 focus areas, a depth-of-field preview in its optical viewfinder, white-balance bracketing and a self-timer that can be set for any time between 2 and 20 seconds. Incredibly, you can get up to 2000 shots on each battery charge, assuming you don't use the LCD screen much. This is the camera used by Disney's PhotoPass photographers. Amazon sells the D80 body separately (Nikon D80 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera (Body only) and in various lens-package deals.

Finally, the D200 is simply one of the best cameras Nikon has ever built. A half-inch taller and a third-inch wider than the D80, it weighs nearly two pounds thanks to its all-metal body. Designed for more advanced users, it does away with all but the standard programmed exposure mode and instead shoots 5 frames per second, outstanding for a 10 MP ISO 100 camera, especially at this price. It uses Compact Flash cards. In many ways the D200 is a professional camera at a consumer price. This is the camera I use for all but my most demanding shots. From a professional standpoint it really increases your productivity compared to the far bulkier D2 models, as it is so much easier to carry and position. Amazon sells the D200 body by itself (Nikon D200 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) and in various package deals.

I'm not including the professional D2 models here, as explaining all their features would drag this review on forever. Besides, from what I've heard the new D3 should be released this fall.

-- By Mike Neal, photographer for The Complete Guide to Walt Disney World.


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I did a dumb thing last Tuesday - while at the airport, I had my fully outfitted Canon D20 rig - battery grip pack, 4 batteries, several lenses, remote trigger, external flash, 3 GB CF mini hard drive card and a case full of other stuff. While on the shuttle train to my gate it was on my shoulder on the seat. When the train stopped, I jumped off with my laptop, but the camera bag had slipped off onto the seat - I didn't notice the weight change on my shoulder. As the door was closing, I saw my camera drive off in an empty train to pick up more travellers. $3000+ in camera gear soon to be in the hands of a new owner :-( I called Lost and Found, but let's face it - it's gone for good. Oh well - I make good money, and it's just 'stuff' - what else can you do, ya know? I can only say I'm glad I didn't have my GPS, point-and-shoot, 700p PDA cell phone and car keys in the same case like I normally do when I travel (I fly a lot). This one day, all the other stuff was in my laptop case.

Soooo.... today I bought the Nikon at Costco in a 2 lens kit for about $970. I fully knew it wasn't the pro grade that my Canon was. But I just wanted to 'get back in it' as I take a LOT of photos for work and pleasure.

The D40x takes GREAT photos - but I quickly found a few limitations that I have not seen posted. There is no direct entry for color temperature. Since I shoot semi professionally, and use a color temperature meter on a regular basis, I feel this is important. With the Nikon, you can only set the 'lighting type' - outdoors, tungsten, flourescent, etc. No direct entry of color temp in Kelvins. Also, there is no instant access to ISO - another important feature the D40x lacks. There is no external sync PC connection for pro flash gear (I use Novatron flash packs in manual mode). You have to buy a hot shoe adapter to get this - no biggie, but it's more money and not included.

But I will say it's WAY faster than the Canon D20 was - very quick to start, and no lag between shots. The ergonomics are better in some ways - it's WAY lighter, but a little small. There's no LCD on top, and only one encoder wheel (which limits how many changes you can make quickly). The built-in editing and such are fine if you want that stuff in the camera. I don't - I use Photoshop and do all that stuff on the computer. Also, I normally shoot RAW + Large JPEG - the D40X only allows RAW + 'basic' JPEG - you cannot do 1:4 large JPEGs and RAW at the same time - I consider this a limitation, as it means I must do the conversion in the computer instead of just dumping both formats onto the editing disk. For point and shoot, it isn't an issue.

I think it's a great semi-pro camera - if you are looking for a GOOD 'point and shoot' this might be the ticket. If you are looking for a GOOD DSLR, I'd go for the Nikon D80 instead. I chose the D40X on the thought that next year, the D80 class will be 20 Megapixels, and I'll just hang on until then to move back into a pro-class DSLR. So my issues really relate to the fact I didn't want to jump right back in with another $3000 to get to where I was on Tuesday. I did NOT expect the D40x to be pro grade - it's a VERY good camera for what it is.

Oh, and if you happen to have 'found' a Canon D20 camera and bag on a train to the south terminal of the Seattle airport on May 22 at 7:30 AM, I'll happily give you a VERY generous reward for returning it to me :-)


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I bought this camera for my boyfriend for his birthday. His last digital camera was nowhere near as extensive but this one has proved to be perfect for him. He's been reading thru the manual learning things here and there. It's his first digital SLR. It's not too complicated to take out of the box and begin shooting but it does have the bells and whistles to grow into for a beginner. I don't know that much about SLR cameras either but he's estatic and that's all that matters.


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Easy for my wife to use as a point and shoot with convenience of the small footprint. Has all the features I would hope for as an experienced protographer and are intuitive to use- don't have to keep going back to the manual. Probaly did not need the 10 mpixel. Get the VR zoom as it will probably be your primary lens


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First let me say, this camera is exceptional in the quality of image, feature-set, etc. I am writing this review only to warn others who are not aware: the autofocus feature in the D40 and D40x is different than all the other Nikon models.

We purchased the Tamron AF 18-200mm 3.5-5.6, fully expecting the autofocus to work as witnessed/experienced on my friend's D70. Not so. My bad for not uncovering this little-written-about fact. (I would think, after having read hundreds of reviews, this would have been revealed). I knew the D40 & D40x required a Nikkor DX lens, but third party lenses don't have this specific identifier, and assumed "Autofocus Lens for Nikon" would meet that requirement on the D40(x) as well.

Therefore, I am entering this tidbit for the record. Camera is a 5, (when coupled with the somewhat limited quantities of, and somewhat more expensive, lenses with autofocus built into the lens). Coming from the point-and-shoot world, I absolutely love this camera!

Also for the record, I am sending the D40x back, (Thanks Amazon, your return policy and service is outstanding.)and upgrading to the D80 instead which works with all autofocus lenses, and besides, whats a couple hundred extra bucks when your buying this quality of camera. Can't wait to get the shipment, I fell in love with this camera the moment I started shooting.




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For almost 2 months now, I have been using my D40X and I love its outputs. The camera is well built, very handy and produces sharp beautiful images. I am very happy with Nikon D40X, it boosts my ego also. What else can I say?... Try and see the difference.


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If I could rate this camera using 10 stars, I would. This is absolutely the best digital camera I could ever hope to own. I have had it for only one month, but have taken pictures of flowers, animals, people and collectibles. I am so amazed at the details of each picture when I view it on my computer screen. There is so much more for me to learn about the Nikon D40x features, and I am certain that it will provide me with even more breath-taking photos as I become familiar with those features.


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I bought the D40X in Israel since Amazon will not ship it outside of the US (still can't understand why).
I went for the kit (18-55) and added the AF-S 55-200 VR and the tiny yet impressive SB-400 flash.
I was instantly amazed: perfect colors, always in focus (and I mean always, even in zero light conditions), fast, easy and most of all, fun!
Many friends asked me why I bought this model instead of the D40 - claiming that these two cameras are exactly the same (since more MP don't make a difference).
So here are the main reasons:
1. MP can make a difference, when you crop pictures. I must say that sometimes my compositions are not exactly exquisite (yeah...they sometimes suck...) so I need to crop pictures to make them look as I want them to. the extra 4 mp can make that difference (and they already did for me!)
2. The D40X lowest ISO is 100 (200 for the D40). Again, not a big difference. However, ISO 200 may sometimes result in overexposure of white surfaces while the rest of the picture looks just great and that is so annoying!! I checked both sensitivity settings and 100 just looks better. Furthermore, why did Nikon decide to change this feature? I am sure that it has something to do with feedback they received from customers.
3. It's newer than the D40. Yes, people may say that I am a victim of good marketing, but I strongly believe that Nikon released this version with improvements based on usage.
I don't write Pros and Cons since I can't compare this camera to anything else at this level and price.
Go get yourself one, you just can't go wrong.

Avi



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The 10 Megapixel Nikon D40x is targeted for those who want a relatively compact and light camera yet having most of the important SLR features. The D40 is priced reasonably. In my opinion, if you are still considering whether to get a point and shoot camera or a DSLR, the D40x will be a better choice than any point and shoot camera. But if you are already deciding to get a DSLR or you want more control of the picture taking experience, then I would recommend you to also test the D50, D70s and/or D80 first before deciding to buy the D40x (or the D40). I want you to make sure that you know what you will get (and not get) with the D40x. Don't get me wrong though, the D40x is an awesome camera, and I don't think you will regret buying one. There are some limitation with the D40x which shouldn't bother most people, for example, the D40x doesn't have dedicated button to change picture quality, white balance or ISO settings (which generally only professional/enthusiast will care). Once you understand (and accept) its limitation, the D40x is a potent and exciting photography machine.

Just like all its (DSLR) siblings, the D40x powers on instantly and take pictures with almost no shutter lag which are the major advantages of a DSLR over a point and shoot camera. In addition to the P,S,A,M mode, the picture quality of the auto settings (auto, child mode, landscape etc) are also very good. With 3 frames per second you can capture movement progress in sports like football, basketball, baseball etc. Also great to photograph your family or child (child mode). The D40x is a great all around camera.

Some notable new features:
1. Auto (no flash) mode. Without this mode the flash will pop-up (on all other pre-programmed mode) even when you don't want to use flash (which can be annoying). The internal flash will not pop up automatically with the P,S,A,M settings.
2. In camera editing capability such as black and white, sepia and some filter effects etc. While sounds gimmicky, these features are useful especially for those who doesn't have Adobe Photoshop (or other image editing software).
3. 10.2 Megapixel sensor for 3782 X 2592 on large image size settings. This is enough to print larger than 13 X 19 Inch.
4. 3 frames per second (vs 2.5 for D40)

To date, D40 and D40x are the smallest and lightest among all the Nikon DSLR (even smaller than the Canon Rebel XT/XTi, however the D40 and D40x is more ergonomics). I believe that choosing a camera that fits comfortably with your hands is important. Therefore, I recommend people to test the camera before buying (even if you want to buy online, please do go to a physical store and test the camera first whenever possible).

The D40/D40x has only 3 (horizontal) autofocus point (5 for D50 and 11 for D80). If you know "The Rule of Thirds", the additional AF points above and below the center focus point (available in D50 and D80) are handy to help create the horizontal third line. However, the 3 horizontal AF point in D40/D40x is still helpful to create the vertical third line. Also one can focus with the middle AF point and after the focus is lock then move the frame upwards/downwards to create the horizontal third line. Just make sure the exposure level is still accurate when you move the frame after you lock the focus.

About the 18-55mm II AF-S kit lens: A good lens producing sharp photos (though not a very fast lens). Also decent for close-up/macro photography. Lens uses internal focus technology and focusing operation is silent. A very decent kit lens.

Lens compatibility: Notice that with D40/D40x, autofocus function will not work for non AF-S/AF-I lens. If you already have non AF-S/AF-I Nikon lenses and want a backup or replacement camera, you will be better off buying D50, D70s or D80. If you buy the D40, it will be convenient to stick with AF-S and AF-I type lenses. I'm not sure why Nikon choose this route for the D40/D40x (whether to enable smaller size camera or from now on Nikon will only make AF-S lens compatible camera). There are a lot of good Nikon AF-S lenses (price range added: low, medium, high) that are fully compatible with the D40/D40x such as:

- Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED AF-S DX (L)
- Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX (L)
- Nikon 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED IF AF-S DX (L)
- Nikon 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX (L)
- Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 G ED-IF AF-S DX VR (M)
- Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G ED AF-S DX (L)
- Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6G ED AF-S DX VR (L)
- Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR (M)
- Nikon 12-24mm f/4G ED IF AF-S DX (M)
- Nikon 17-35mm f/2.8D ED-IF AF-S (H)
- Nikon 17-55mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S DX (H)
- Nikon 28-70mm f/2.8D ED-IF AF-S (H)
- Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR (H)
- Nikon 105mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Micro (M)
- And several other expensive prime tele/zoom lens like 200-400mm, 300m, 400mm, 500mm, 600mm.

High priced lens ($1000+) are usually pro level lens which usually have better construction, faster (f-stop), and produce better quality picture. However, often times, lower price lens will serve your needs just fine. I think it is important to know what you want to use the camera for before deciding which camera and lens to buy.

Image quality of the D40x is very good which is #1 factor that I look for in a digital camera.

Here are the pros and cons of the D40x in my opinion:

Pros:
1. Nice out of the camera result picture quality
2. 10.2 Megapixel sensor
3. Compact size and light weight
4. Large and bright 2.5 inch LCD
5. 3 frames per second
6. B/W, Sepia, several more in-camera editing features.
7. Instant power on, fast autofocus and no shutter lag
8. Noise is acceptable at high ISO settings. Auto ISO settings available.
9. Great battery life (500+ on a single charge. 1000+ if flash is not used).
10. Auto (flash off) mode available

Cons:
1. No direct button to change QUAL, WB and ISO settings
2. Grip comfortably but might be a bit too small for some people
3. No top LCD and no front command dial
4. Autofocus will not work with non AF-S or non AF-I lenses (such as the 70-300m G and 50mm f/1.8D lens)
5. No AF/MF switch (have to use the switch on the lens)
6. Only 3 autofocus point
7.
8. No night landscape mode in pre-programmed settings
9. 1/200 flash sync (which is slower than D40's 1/500)
10. No depth-of-field preview button

Comparing D40x with the D40. I personally prefer the D40 over the D40x due to only minor improvement on the D40x. If you will do a lot of cropping and print larger than 13 X 19 Inch then it might make sense to get the D40x, otherwise use that $200 (price difference) to invest in SB-400 flash or better/more versatile lens (such as upgrading the kit lens to 18-70mm AF-S or 18-200mm AF-S VR or add the 55-200mm AF-S VR zoom lens). If you shoot sports or fast action (in continuous/burst mode) and need more than 3 frames per second then get the D200 with 5 FPS. For enthusiast, 2.5 FPS (D40) or 3 FPS (D40x) is good enough in my opinion.

In conclusion, the D40x is perfect for those who want high quality pictures, more control (than a point and shoot camera), and have a DSLR experience (instant power on and no shutter lag), without having to carry a bulky camera. And unless you are shooting sports/actions professionaly (which faster focusing processor, faster frames per second and larger memory buffer might be needed), the D40x is pretty much all you will need.

Happy Photographing!



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I always amazed that essentially no electronics company has ever heard of epilepsy or the Americans with Disabilities Act. Many epileptics can not tolerate blinking displays, etc. ( I wonder if there is anyone in the world, epileptic or not, that likes these unnecessary, infinitely annoying blinking icons? )

With this camera, the Nikon D40X, any time there is some sort of out-of-range exception or problem, the help icon starts blinking furiously. I was having seizures with the very first use of this camera and I still can't use it because of seizures. There is no way of disabling this, naturally. ( I guess you could tape over the area where the icon is? )

Blinking anything is a relic from the dark ages of electronics where there was only a single LED or a seven segment LED to indicate status. With modern LCD panels there are infinite alternative implementations such as a reverse video over the help icon, changing the color to, say, red, placing a "forbidden" ( the circle with the diagonal slash ) over the setting in error.

At least Nikon could either provide an option to disable this "feature" or to provide an alternate display as mentioned in the previous paragraph? Anyways, I am tired of having my brain scrambled so this will probably be returned. I did not spend a thousand dollars for a camera that I can not safely use.

With the Nikon D200 and the Nikon D80, you can configure them so that they are essentially epilepsy friendly. I have few problems with these two cameras and, if you are an epileptic, these are better cameras, too.

BTW, the Canon Digital Rebel XTi ( which I, unfortunately, also have ), is also not suitable for epileptics as it has a similar problem to the Nikon D40X ( in it's case values blink and the EV display blinks if out-of-range ) The Canon is a more solid camera but it has fewer configuration options that the Nikon D40X.

In the introductory paragraph I noted that essentially NO electronics company cares less about epileptics or the ADA. I have a whole box of advanced Texas Instruments calculators that I can't use. ( I requested accommodation a long time ago. No response, of course ) Considering that a couple of percent of the population has epilepsy, why won't these companies provide epilepsy friendly equipment?

BTW, the one exception ( this is software ) is MatLab ( Math Works ). These people have gone out of their way to provide epilepsy friendly software and I would like to thank them for that.


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The D40x is a 10 megapixel upgrade to their popular D40 camera (6mp), and this package features the same 18-55 zoom.

As with it's 6mp twin, the D40x is one of the smallest DSLRs on the market, but is shaped as well for the hands as any of the smaller series (such as the Canon XTi). Trade-offs for the smaller size are a less powerful battery and a smaller viewfinder.

Another strong feature is the editing you can do in the camera itself after you've taken the picture. This is truly handy if you're on the road but need to make some prints for clients or family.

Compared to the slightly more expensive Canon XTi, the D40x's AF system is a very simple 3-point system vs. 9-point for the Canon. Since focusing a metering are also tied together, this might give the Canon an edge in more difficult lighting situations. Additionally, the Canon offers a sensor cleaning feature lacking on all Nikons. The Canon, however, does not have the editing featues of the D40x. These two will be joined at 10mp, very small DSLR, by the Olympus Evolt E-410.

The only catch for the D40x is that it does not feature a focusing motor inside the body. That pretty much limits your selection of autofocusing lenses to some Nikon and a few Sigma lenses today. Nikon's own 55-200 VR is a terrific value, if it's enough range, but there are no $200 AF 75-300 zooms that will work in autofocus today. If you have older Nikon AF lenses, you might look at the larger but superior D80, which still features the motor in the body.

A very nice, small DSLR, at a very reasonable price. And the pictures are pretty darn good, too!




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This review to let customers aware that the NEF (Nikon Raw format) is not recognized by iPhoto 6.0.6 running under Mac OS X 10.4.9. I returned the camera back to Amazon without any problem.

Now, about the camera. I was surpised by the small size of the body itself. It felt good in the hand. The screen is very bright. However, I cannot say anything about the quality of the pictures in RAW since my software was not recognizing it.


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We needed a new digital camera when my Sony DSC-W1 focusing system developed complications after sending it thru the X-ray system. Did my searching online, and I liked detailed comparision of the entire Nikon digital camera line-up at the Nikon USA website. Decided to buy this camera over the D40 because of the 10+ mpixel capability, and the Canon line-up because I had other lenses from my other Nseries Nikon's that I could use.

Pros: Light, easy to use and master. Good quality glass element lens. Excellent picture quality.
Cons: The 2.5 inch viewer is for playback only. Does not work as a viewfinder.


->Discount Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens

Going from using point-and-shoot digicams to the D40x is a nice 1st step. I love taking pictures and have always wanted an easy to use 1st-time dSLR. The D40x fits the bill. The differences with the D40 may be minor but the 10 Megapixels surely will benefit those who tend to crop pictures later, as I do. The 18-55 mm lens that I got with the camera is limiting. I take a lot of close-up shots so its fine now but I already have my eyes set on the 55-200 AF-S DX VR Lens.

The built in tools make the D40x very easy to use and quite intutive. I didn't even read the manual yet and feel like I can just use it for reference later.

SD memory does not come with the camera, it should I think. I got myself a 2GB Kingston Ultra which works like a charm. An extra battery comes in handy too.

The D40 is a fine camera by itself, about $200 cheaper than the "x" but I prefer to have 10 MPs to work with (personal preference). I will invest in better lenses later. I will use this time to master the camera first.

It was either the Canon Rebel XTi or the Nikon D40x for me. In the end, I settled on the Nikon. Accessories/Lenses are a bit on the cheaper side. Also, I have lots of SD memory so didn't feel like getting new CF just for the XTi.

I am very satisfied with my purchase and you will be too.

Good luck.


->Best Price Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens


The D40x is a hard camera to rate because for some, it will be a 5 star camera, but others will regret their decision to buy this camera. If you are in the 5 star group, you will LOVE the D40x. But . . . because of a decision Nikon made to save $$$ by leaving out an autofocus driver out of the camera body, if you want to add a lens to shoot your kid playing soccer, the D40x is a potentially bad choice, and you may be a dead man walking. Let me explain:

The 5 Star buyer:

If you are moving up to a digital SLR, and want nothing more than to use the kit lens (which is very good), then you will LOVE this camera: it is light, feels good in the hand, and puts out better looking JPEG files than the more expensive D70 and D50 cameras, and rivals the D80 at half the cost. At 10.2 megapixels, there is plenty of resolution to crop and still have a great image to print.

Also, this is a very light weight camera which feels great in the hand, and is extremely easy to set up and use.

Digicam upgraders will love the ability to shoot at 2.5 frames per second, meaning you can set up the camera to take multiple exposures if you hold down the trigger. Digital exposures are free, so shooting in this manner gives you a better chance of hitting the perfect shot when photographing the kids.

If you intend to use this camera for general travel and around-the-house kid pictures, the D40x is a GREAT choice, and I think you will be a very, very happy camper.

The 2 Star buyer:

You want a camera for sports or telephoto shots of nature/birding. This is not the camera for you, and here is why: the D40x has a DIFFERENT lens mount than every other Nikon DSLR which came before it. To save costs, Nikon left an autofocus driver out of the camera body, which means you must buy special/more expensive add-on lenses with the autofocus driver built into the lens itself.

Why is this significant? Because of the 200 lenses made for Nikon DSLRs by Nikon, Sigma, Tokina, and others, only 20 or so work with the D40x with autofocus - something most amateurs will need to shoot sports and day to day photos. Many of Nikon's own consumer grade lenses, such as the 70-300mm G Zoom (Street price $150), will not autofocus with the D40x. As a practical matter, this means that if you want an autofocus lens to shoot junior playing soccer, you must spend $515 for a zoom lens, the fantastic, yet pricey Nikon 70-300mm VR Zoom. That is almost as much as what you paid for the camera itself. The D40x is significantly limited in the number of lenses it will accept, and you really need to think about these limitations before purchasing. Moreover, what if your intentions change and want to pick up a cheap zoom for occasional use? With the D40x, you can't, and I really think this is a significant limitation on this camera.

But hey, if you are in group 1, this is a 5 star purchase, and you will be a very happy camper. Good luck!


->Best Price Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens

I love the size and weight of the D40x. It feels good in my hands and hanging around my neck, even after a long day. The pictures are great and the user interface is relatively easy to use. My only complaints are the auto focus and the lens. When set to 'closest subject' (the default) the auto focus seems to focus on the wrong thing fairly often. I can switch to one of the other auto focus modes but these are less "automatic". My only other gripe is the lens. For the price delta between the D40x and the D40, I think it should have come with a bit better lens. I replaced the 18-55 with a Nikon 18-70 and now I've very happy.


->Compare Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens

The camera is fantastic! Picture quality wonderful, speed incredible, battery lif almost infinite (over 35o pics this charge and still showing full!). Recommend it and the lens to everyone!


->Price Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens

I am very satisfied with this product and the Amazon system. I bought by internet by Amazon and receive the equipment without problems. I happy.


->Shipping Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens

I have been into photography about forty years. I decided to move up to a digital SLR. Checked all the data I could find on the Canon xti and the Nikon D40x.It seemed to me the cameras were about the same, with the Nikon having the edge on lens quality and the spot meter which I have always liked. My next step was to try them on for size, so I went to my local Sam's Club. To me, the Nikon felt much better in my hands. You should try the same test, after all you are spending a fair amount of money and probably intending to keep the camera for awhile. In the past, I have owned both Nikon and Canon cameras, and usually judge them about the same. I would strongly suggest that you purchase the 55mm-200 lens for this camera. After owning this camera for about two months I would tell you I am very satisfied with it in every way, picture quality, weight, feel, and performance. The only way I would recommend the Canon xti is if you already have Canon lenses that are compatible with it. The older Nikon lenses are not compatible on the d40x. Hope this review helps your decision.


->Sale Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens

This camera takes really nice pictures and I am really content with my purchase. So far the pictures have been amazing and the camera is very easy to use. I considered the Canon Rebel XTI as well, but I'm glad I selected the Nikon.


->Price Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens

As long as you know what you're buying, it's hard to go wrong with Nikon's digital SLRs. They all take beautiful photographs. Even the basic D40 will give you professional-level clarity, color and focus. When I started using a Nikon digital to shoot travel-guide photos at Walt Disney World about five years ago, I would often get stopped by guests wanting to ask about my camera. Now I never do, because so many have one that looks just like it!

There are four Nikon digital SLRs in the consumer market. Here's how they compare:

The entry-level camera is the Nikon D40. It's a basic SLR camera that takes high-quality 6.1 megapixel (MP) photos. It has an automatic flash, eight programmed exposure modes, three focus areas and a self-timer with four settings (2, 5, 10 and 20 seconds). The D40 can shoot about two-and-a-half images per second and take about 450 photos on each battery charge. Its ISO range is 200-1600. On the downside, it has a plastic body, a semi-mechanical shutter and only accepts Nikon's newer AF-I or AF-S lenses unless you want to manually focus each shot. It weighs about a pound. The basic D40 kit is Nikon D40 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens.

One step up from the D40 is the D40x, shown on this page. Using the same body as the D40, it shoots 10.2 MP photos. It can take about three images per second, get about 500 photos out of a single charge, has an ISO range of 100-1600 and has a fully electronic shutter. As shown above, Amazon offers the D40x as body-only and in a variety of sets.

A major step up is the D80. About a third-inch wider and four ounces heavier than the D40, it uses the same processor but works fully with any Nikon SLR lens. It has 11 focus areas, a depth-of-field preview in its optical viewfinder, white-balance bracketing and a self-timer that can be set for any time between 2 and 20 seconds. Incredibly, you can get up to 2000 shots on each battery charge, assuming you don't use the LCD screen much. This is the camera used by Disney's PhotoPass photographers. Amazon sells the D80 body separately (Nikon D80 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera (Body only) and in various lens-package deals.

Finally, the D200 is simply one of the best cameras Nikon has ever built. A half-inch taller and a third-inch wider than the D80, it weighs nearly two pounds thanks to its all-metal body. Designed for more advanced users, it does away with all but the standard programmed exposure mode and instead shoots 5 frames per second, outstanding for a 10 MP ISO 100 camera, especially at this price. It uses Compact Flash cards. In many ways the D200 is a professional camera at a consumer price. This is the camera I use for all but my most demanding shots. From a professional standpoint it really increases your productivity compared to the far bulkier D2 models, as it is so much easier to carry and position. Amazon sells the D200 body by itself (Nikon D200 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) and in various package deals.

I'm not including the professional D2 models here, as explaining all their features would drag this review on forever. Besides, from what I've heard the new D3 should be released this fall.

-- By Mike Neal, photographer for The Complete Guide to Walt Disney World.


->Lowest Price Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens

I did a dumb thing last Tuesday - while at the airport, I had my fully outfitted Canon D20 rig - battery grip pack, 4 batteries, several lenses, remote trigger, external flash, 3 GB CF mini hard drive card and a case full of other stuff. While on the shuttle train to my gate it was on my shoulder on the seat. When the train stopped, I jumped off with my laptop, but the camera bag had slipped off onto the seat - I didn't notice the weight change on my shoulder. As the door was closing, I saw my camera drive off in an empty train to pick up more travellers. $3000+ in camera gear soon to be in the hands of a new owner :-( I called Lost and Found, but let's face it - it's gone for good. Oh well - I make good money, and it's just 'stuff' - what else can you do, ya know? I can only say I'm glad I didn't have my GPS, point-and-shoot, 700p PDA cell phone and car keys in the same case like I normally do when I travel (I fly a lot). This one day, all the other stuff was in my laptop case.

Soooo.... today I bought the Nikon at Costco in a 2 lens kit for about $970. I fully knew it wasn't the pro grade that my Canon was. But I just wanted to 'get back in it' as I take a LOT of photos for work and pleasure.

The D40x takes GREAT photos - but I quickly found a few limitations that I have not seen posted. There is no direct entry for color temperature. Since I shoot semi professionally, and use a color temperature meter on a regular basis, I feel this is important. With the Nikon, you can only set the 'lighting type' - outdoors, tungsten, flourescent, etc. No direct entry of color temp in Kelvins. Also, there is no instant access to ISO - another important feature the D40x lacks. There is no external sync PC connection for pro flash gear (I use Novatron flash packs in manual mode). You have to buy a hot shoe adapter to get this - no biggie, but it's more money and not included.

But I will say it's WAY faster than the Canon D20 was - very quick to start, and no lag between shots. The ergonomics are better in some ways - it's WAY lighter, but a little small. There's no LCD on top, and only one encoder wheel (which limits how many changes you can make quickly). The built-in editing and such are fine if you want that stuff in the camera. I don't - I use Photoshop and do all that stuff on the computer. Also, I normally shoot RAW + Large JPEG - the D40X only allows RAW + 'basic' JPEG - you cannot do 1:4 large JPEGs and RAW at the same time - I consider this a limitation, as it means I must do the conversion in the computer instead of just dumping both formats onto the editing disk. For point and shoot, it isn't an issue.

I think it's a great semi-pro camera - if you are looking for a GOOD 'point and shoot' this might be the ticket. If you are looking for a GOOD DSLR, I'd go for the Nikon D80 instead. I chose the D40X on the thought that next year, the D80 class will be 20 Megapixels, and I'll just hang on until then to move back into a pro-class DSLR. So my issues really relate to the fact I didn't want to jump right back in with another $3000 to get to where I was on Tuesday. I did NOT expect the D40x to be pro grade - it's a VERY good camera for what it is.

Oh, and if you happen to have 'found' a Canon D20 camera and bag on a train to the south terminal of the Seattle airport on May 22 at 7:30 AM, I'll happily give you a VERY generous reward for returning it to me :-)


->Compare Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens

I bought this camera for my boyfriend for his birthday. His last digital camera was nowhere near as extensive but this one has proved to be perfect for him. He's been reading thru the manual learning things here and there. It's his first digital SLR. It's not too complicated to take out of the box and begin shooting but it does have the bells and whistles to grow into for a beginner. I don't know that much about SLR cameras either but he's estatic and that's all that matters.


->Buy Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens

Easy for my wife to use as a point and shoot with convenience of the small footprint. Has all the features I would hope for as an experienced protographer and are intuitive to use- don't have to keep going back to the manual. Probaly did not need the 10 mpixel. Get the VR zoom as it will probably be your primary lens


->Cheap Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens

I always amazed that essentially no electronics company has ever heard of epilepsy or the Americans with Disabilities Act. Many epileptics can not tolerate blinking displays, etc. ( I wonder if there is anyone in the world, epileptic or not, that likes these unnecessary, infinitely annoying blinking icons? )

With this camera, the Nikon D40X, any time there is some sort of out-of-range exception or problem, the help icon starts blinking furiously. I was having seizures with the very first use of this camera and I still can't use it because of seizures. There is no way of disabling this, naturally. ( I guess you could tape over the area where the icon is? )

Blinking anything is a relic from the dark ages of electronics where there was only a single LED or a seven segment LED to indicate status. With modern LCD panels there are infinite alternative implementations such as a reverse video over the help icon, changing the color to, say, red, placing a "forbidden" ( the circle with the diagonal slash ) over the setting in error.

At least Nikon could either provide an option to disable this "feature" or to provide an alternate display as mentioned in the previous paragraph? Anyways, I am tired of having my brain scrambled so this will probably be returned. I did not spend a thousand dollars for a camera that I can not safely use.

With the Nikon D200 and the Nikon D80, you can configure them so that they are essentially epilepsy friendly. I have few problems with these two cameras and, if you are an epileptic, these are better cameras, too.

BTW, the Canon Digital Rebel XTi ( which I, unfortunately, also have ), is also not suitable for epileptics as it has a similar problem to the Nikon D40X ( in it's case values blink and the EV display blinks if out-of-range ) The Canon is a more solid camera but it has fewer configuration options that the Nikon D40X.

In the introductory paragraph I noted that essentially NO electronics company cares less about epileptics or the ADA. I have a whole box of advanced Texas Instruments calculators that I can't use. ( I requested accommodation a long time ago. No response, of course ) Considering that a couple of percent of the population has epilepsy, why won't these companies provide epilepsy friendly equipment?

BTW, the one exception ( this is software ) is MatLab ( Math Works ). These people have gone out of their way to provide epilepsy friendly software and I would like to thank them for that.


->Deal Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens

The D40x is a 10 megapixel upgrade to their popular D40 camera (6mp), and this package features the same 18-55 zoom.

As with it's 6mp twin, the D40x is one of the smallest DSLRs on the market, but is shaped as well for the hands as any of the smaller series (such as the Canon XTi). Trade-offs for the smaller size are a less powerful battery and a smaller viewfinder.

Another strong feature is the editing you can do in the camera itself after you've taken the picture. This is truly handy if you're on the road but need to make some prints for clients or family.

Compared to the slightly more expensive Canon XTi, the D40x's AF system is a very simple 3-point system vs. 9-point for the Canon. Since focusing a metering are also tied together, this might give the Canon an edge in more difficult lighting situations. Additionally, the Canon offers a sensor cleaning feature lacking on all Nikons. The Canon, however, does not have the editing featues of the D40x. These two will be joined at 10mp, very small DSLR, by the Olympus Evolt E-410.

The only catch for the D40x is that it does not feature a focusing motor inside the body. That pretty much limits your selection of autofocusing lenses to some Nikon and a few Sigma lenses today. Nikon's own 55-200 VR is a terrific value, if it's enough range, but there are no $200 AF 75-300 zooms that will work in autofocus today. If you have older Nikon AF lenses, you might look at the larger but superior D80, which still features the motor in the body.

A very nice, small DSLR, at a very reasonable price. And the pictures are pretty darn good, too!




->Comparison Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens

This review to let customers aware that the NEF (Nikon Raw format) is not recognized by iPhoto 6.0.6 running under Mac OS X 10.4.9. I returned the camera back to Amazon without any problem.

Now, about the camera. I was surpised by the small size of the body itself. It felt good in the hand. The screen is very bright. However, I cannot say anything about the quality of the pictures in RAW since my software was not recognizing it.


->Deals Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens

We needed a new digital camera when my Sony DSC-W1 focusing system developed complications after sending it thru the X-ray system. Did my searching online, and I liked detailed comparision of the entire Nikon digital camera line-up at the Nikon USA website. Decided to buy this camera over the D40 because of the 10+ mpixel capability, and the Canon line-up because I had other lenses from my other Nseries Nikon's that I could use.

Pros: Light, easy to use and master. Good quality glass element lens. Excellent picture quality.
Cons: The 2.5 inch viewer is for playback only. Does not work as a viewfinder.


->Price Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens

Going from using point-and-shoot digicams to the D40x is a nice 1st step. I love taking pictures and have always wanted an easy to use 1st-time dSLR. The D40x fits the bill. The differences with the D40 may be minor but the 10 Megapixels surely will benefit those who tend to crop pictures later, as I do. The 18-55 mm lens that I got with the camera is limiting. I take a lot of close-up shots so its fine now but I already have my eyes set on the 55-200 AF-S DX VR Lens.

The built in tools make the D40x very easy to use and quite intutive. I didn't even read the manual yet and feel like I can just use it for reference later.

SD memory does not come with the camera, it should I think. I got myself a 2GB Kingston Ultra which works like a charm. An extra battery comes in handy too.

The D40 is a fine camera by itself, about $200 cheaper than the "x" but I prefer to have 10 MPs to work with (personal preference). I will invest in better lenses later. I will use this time to master the camera first.

It was either the Canon Rebel XTi or the Nikon D40x for me. In the end, I settled on the Nikon. Accessories/Lenses are a bit on the cheaper side. Also, I have lots of SD memory so didn't feel like getting new CF just for the XTi.

I am very satisfied with my purchase and you will be too.

Good luck.