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Main features
(from Nikon, as at point produced)
- The most compact Nikon
digital SLR ever, featuring intuitive controls and ergonomics designed for
everyone
- 10.2-effective-megapixel
- Nikon DX Format CCD imaging
sensor, producing 3,872 x 2,592-pixel images
- Fast continuous shooting
mode enables up to 100 JPEG images (FINE L-size or smaller) at 3 frames* per
second
*The fastest frame rates can be achieved by choosing manual focus, rotating
the mode dial to S or M and selecting a shutter speed of 1/250 s. or faster,
using defaults for all other settings.
- High-precision digital image
processing algorithms for natural-looking pictures with faithful color and
tone reproduction
- Nikon 3D Color Matrix
Metering II for ideal exposures in almost any lighting condition
- Advanced three-area AF
system and refined algorithms for fast, efficient and precise autofocus
- Automatic and manual control
over ISO sensitivity from ISO 100 to 1600, as well as HI 1 (manual only)
- Eight Digital Vari-Programs
that adjust camera settings automatically for incredible scene-specific
pictures. Selections include Auto, Auto (Flash Off), Portrait, Landscape,
Child, Sports, Close Up, and Night Portrait
- Quick 0.18 second power-up
to respond to every photographic opportunity
- Versatile shutter speed
control ranging from 30 to 1/4000 s., plus bulb
- Creative in-camera effects
and editing functions consolidated under the Retouch menu, including
D-Lighting, Red-eye correction, Trim, Monochrome settings, Filter Effects,
Small Picture and Image Overlay
- A large 2.5-inch LCD monitor
with viewing angle of approx. 170 degrees in all directions
- Innovative information
displays can be shown in Classic, Graphic or Wallpaper format
- Handy assist images that
help photographers select the right camera settings
- Bright and clear viewfinder
with 0.8x magnification for precise composition
- Long-life rechargeable
lithium-ion battery that allows up to 520 images* on a single charge (*CIPA
standards)
- Built-in Flash with Nikon’s
dependable i-TTL flash control
- Supports the Nikon Creative
Lighting System when using the SB-800, SB-600, SB-400, SB-R200 or the R1C1
Wireless Close-Up Speedlight system for accurate exposures via i-TTL flash and
versatile wireless operation
- Nikon’s PictureProject
software to share, organize and edit pictures with ease.
- Capture NX software
(available separately) for creative photo editing with NEF (RAW), JPEG and
TIFF images. Thanks to U Point™ technology, by Nik Software Inc., radical and
subtle image enhancements are as easy as a few clicks
Our Notes
-
This
camera came about by putting the larger pixel count sensor of the D80 into a
D40. It has been replaced by the D60, which is very similar, but has a self
cleaning sensor and active d-lighting.
-
A
small compact design with few controls on the casing, but can be set easily
with the rear panel display.
-
Its
capable of producing very good photos, but slightly slower to operate than
cameras that have controls on the body.
-
Like
the D40 and D60, this camera can only auto focus some lenses, ones that
contain electronic motors as it does not have mechanical focusing drive. All
silent wave lenses should be OK. If you are moving from a film to digital then
its likely that this camera will not be able to use your existing lenses
while the D70 and above could.
Specification
(from nikon)
|
Effective pixels |
10.2
million |
|
Image sensor |
RGB CCD,
23.6 x 15.8 mm, total pixels: 10.75 million |
|
Image size |
L (3,872
x 2,592) / M (2,896 x 1,944) / S (1,936 x 1,296) |
|
Sensitivity |
100 to
1600 (ISO equivalent) in steps of 1 EV with additional setting one step over
1600 |
|
Storage media |
SD
memory card, SDHC compliant |
|
LCD monitor |
2.5-in.,
230,000-dot, low-temp. polysilicon TFT LCD with brightness adjustment |
|
Exposure metering |
3D Color
Matrix Metering II, Center-Weighted and 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] |
|
Interface |
High-speed USB: Mass Storage and MTP/PTP selectable |
|
Power source |
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) |
|
Dimensions (W x H x D) |
Approx.
126 x 94 x 64mm (5.0 x 3.7x 2.5 in.) |
|
Weight |
Approx.
495g (1lb. 1oz.) without battery, memory card or body cap |
|
D40x User's
Manual [PDF, 8.4MB]
