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Nikon D40 DSLR w/18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX lens

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Pros

  • Comfortable controls (733)
  • Bright lcd (642)
  • Quality construction (528)
  • Easy to use (375)
  • Short lag time (367)
  • Quiet (343)
  • Great picture quality (310)
  • Fast shutter speed (261)
  • Image stabilization (150)
  • Lightweight (71)
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Cons

  • Exposed lcd (45)
  • Poor in low light (36)
  • Heavy (21)
  • Slow focus (20)
  • Slow sensor (13)
  • Noisy (9)
  • Shaky operation (7)
  • Limited lens availability (4)
  • Overexposes sometimes (3)

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  • Fun (712)
  • Travel (676)
  • Art (328)
  • Portraits (280)
  • Photojournalism (241)
  • Landscapes (211)
  • Sports (160)
  • Documentary (139)
  • Outdoors (48)
  • Everyday (39)
 
 
 

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Last update: Nov 2, 2009

Nikon D40 DSLR w/18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX lens Reviews

 
 
 

Most helpful positive review

[51 of 55 customers found this review helpful]

Most helpful negative review

[2 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
Cool, Compact and Capable

"The D40 has an excellent image quality with a very fine detail. Surprisingly, it's the smallest, lightest and comes with a modest kit lens as well as the most affordable DSLR camera in the market so far. It's an excellent first step for anyone who is eager to get into DSLR photography. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!..." Read Full Review »

Dec 27, 2006 by Danny R.

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★★★☆☆
3.0
Good For the Beginner

"This camera was a great starter for me. But, I have since outgrown it and plan to invest in a d300 soon. Although, with my new SB-800 flash, I have seen a big difference in overall quality. I wouldn't suggest this camera to anyone who plans on upgrading in the future because it has little flexibility and it would be better to just start out with the d-90... or d-80 if you want a little cheaper body. Also, th..." Read Full Review »

Jan 01, 2009 by T-Star

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[51 of 55 customers found this review helpful]

Nikon D40 DSLR w/18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX lens Review

Cool, Compact and Capable

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Accurate Colors
  • Simple Controls

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Everyday
  • Outdoors
  • Portraits
 

"The D40 has an excellent image quality with a very fine detail. Surprisingly, it's the smallest, lightest and comes with a modest kit lens as well as the most affordable DSLR camera in the market so far. It's an excellent first step for anyone who is eager to get into DSLR photography. HIGHLY RECOMM …"  Read Full Review »

The Dawn of a New Day

The Dawn of a New Day

Serenity

Serenity
Dec 27 2006
Danny R.
Santa Monica, CA
I am:
  • Casual user
 

[7 of 7 customers found this review helpful]

Nikon D40 DSLR w/18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX lens Review

My First Real Camera & My First Digital

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Accurate Colors
  • Great Resolution
  • Nice Features and Settings
  • Simple Controls

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Everyday
  • Outdoors
  • Weddings/Events
 

"This is my very first digital camera and my first real camera.I consider this digital SLR a real camera.I also wanted a camera I could grow into, but not be disappointed or limited by, after I learned more about photography. I think I hit that sweet-spot with the D40.I researched the heck out of dig …"  Read Full Review »

  • Made with Product

  • Made with Product
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
May 22 2007
Jimbo
San Diego
I am:
  • Getting started
Reviewed at:
Price: $469.95
 
 

[4 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

Nikon D40 DSLR w/18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX lens Review

Great move from Point and Shoot

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Accurate Colors
  • Fun to use
  • Nice Features and Settings
  • Simple Controls

    Cons

  • Overexposes sometimes

    Best Uses

  • Everyday
  • Low Lighting
  • Outdoors
 

"I've been using an HP P&S for a year and a half and beat it up to the point where it didn't work. It was not a good camera, but it was equipped perfectly for me to learn. Though it offered no manual controls I was able to trick it through using the right scene modes to do what I want after I learn …"  Read Full Review »

tripod 1/2s f/3.8 20mm ISO1600 Live Van at work

tripod 1/2s f/3.8 20mm ISO1600   Live Van at work
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4pt star filter 1/13s f/3,5 18mm ISO1600 church

4pt star filter  1/13s f/3,5 18mm ISO1600   church
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Mar 17 2007
soundman1024
Saint Joseph, MO, USA
I am:
  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Reviewed at:
Price: $469.95
 
 

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Nikon D40 DSLR w/18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX lens Review

Definitely a good choice

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Battery Time
  • Bright LCD
  • Color quality
  • Comfortable Controls
  • Comfortable grip
  • More »

    Cons

  • Slow autofucos

    Best Uses

  • Art
  • Fun
  • Travel
 

"Wow! The D40 can give any SLR in the market today, a run for its money. I use it for casual photography on vacations, subjects being people, scenic locations, entertainment shows, etc.



Whats great - Colors are a big turn on and make for delightful photography. Since most of the deliberation is b …"  Read Full Review »

Taken with Nikon D40,18-55 mm

Taken with Nikon D40,18-55 mm

Nikon D40, 18-55 mm lens

Nikon D40, 18-55 mm lens
May 27 2008
Venkie
New Jersey
I am:
  • Casual user
 

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Nikon D40 DSLR w/18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX lens Review

Best Entry-Level DSL

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Bright LCD
  • Comfortable Controls
  • Comfortable in the hand
  • Easy to use
  • Strong Construction
  • More »

    Cons

  • More resolution for crops

    Best Uses

  • Art
  • Best DSLR to learn on
  • Documentary
  • Fun
  • Photojournalism
  • More »
 

"Takes the best vibration reduction lenses and many decent generic lenses.

Easy to use right out of the box.

Battery lasts to fill a 2gig SD card and charges in 1 1/2 hours. For me that's about 8 hours and 1000 shots in Fine JPEG

Plenty of choice with the settings, or use the defaults and automati …"  Read Full Review »

Ring-necked pheasant 70-300 VR Nikkor lens and D40

Ring-necked pheasant 70-300 VR Nikkor lens and D40
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Bluejay with D40 and Nikkor VR 70-300mm lens

Bluejay with D40 and Nikkor VR 70-300mm lens
  • Made with Product
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Oct 30 2007
Cathy
Toronto Ontario Canada
I am:
  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
  • Wildlife outdoor photos
 
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