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I only knows how to use auto settings. I explore manual setting from my point and shoot camera. I never had a dslr. Any answer is appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Thanks Carmen. That’s one more to add on my research.

D60 is a great camera. A great learning tool because its so user friendly. The main difference between the d60 and the d80 is that the latter has an internal motor to drive auto-focusing lenses. The d60 does not have an internal motor. This is why it’s very small, light, and affordable. Why is this important? If you want to buy an autofocusing lens for your d60, you have to make sure the lens has an internal motor to drive the autofocus. Otherwise, you are stuck with a manual focus lens, my friend. There are very few of these types of lens and they are a little more pricey than the ones without the motor. Some of the best lens do not have motors in them because they utilize the camera’s motor.

So, if you plan on using different lens for your shots, you better think twice about the d60. It’s a great camera, but it will limit you if you want to do a little more with your shots. I’ve purchased some great lens, the 50mm 1.4 lens, a 17-50mm lens, and a 85mm 1.4 lens. I would have to manually focus all of these with the d60. IMO, you are better off with the d80 or better if you are serious about photography! If you don’t care about the lens and are not all that serious about photography, get the d60. It’s a great little camera.

Japan based Nikon Corporations rule the digital photographic devices market for its razor sharp clarity and fineness. Nikon’s trustworthiness and creativity with its products coupled with strategic marketing propelled it to the top. It’s the obvious virtue of customers to expect very high quality stuff with simple operability and Nikon supersedes all expectations with élan.

The latest digital SLR camera from Nikon, the D40x is the epitome of simplicity delivering excellent shots. It is touted to be the lightest digital SLR camera weighting less than 500g. This 10.2 mega pixel CCD is an updated version of its predecessor D40 which had a 6.1 mega pixel CCD. It has the trademark simple and intuitive operability of any other Nikon digital camera, designed to capture outstandingly detailed photo shots.

Fitted with AF-S DX 18.55 mm zoom Nikkor lens, this ergonomically designed 2.5 inches LCD offers a large viewing and setting space allowing even novices to click better. Professional photographers on the other hand swear by its speed that allows them to act on the moment with ease. It has a less than 1 second power-up time, something very crucial for die-hard photographers. Easy seamless control over the various settings has won the hearts of most users of this digital SLR camera.

Though the multi functionality of Nikon D40x is a dream for its users, the need to program the function button afresh each time is the only negative review highlighted by them. Otherwise there is hardly anything to complain about the Nikon D40x DSLR. It aims at filling the vacuum between D40 and D80 DSLRs in terms of resolution. It has proven to be amongst the best Nikon digital cameras in market enjoying acceptability by one and all.

Jayson Pablo
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Just wondering what everyone uses and recommends, because I don’t know which camera bag would fit best the Nikon D80. Also if you use that specific bag it’d really help guide my gut feeling

Below are some websites that you can use for research. Tamrac and Lowepro are 2 big name brands in photography.

Here is my recommendation if you want a compact bag that will just carry your D80 with a lens attached. You should look at one of the Tamrac Holster Zoom cases for about $20 to $30 (they come in different sizes. (for a sample of one of them, check out the last link below).

Hope this helps.

Mark

When it comes to professional-grade photography equipment, Nikon has been the top choice for many professional photographers. The choice of a Nikon professional digital camera is not made according to price, because they are not inexpensive, but it is made for quality, durability, functionality and reputation.

The first Nikon cameras, made during the early days of film photography, depended on optics from Zeiss, a German optical maker that produced some of the absolute best camera lenses. Around the middle of the 20th century, Zeiss-Nikon lenses were the standard for professional quality lenses throughout the world. Nikonâ??s reputation in the camera market quickly reached the top and their line of Nikon professional digital cameras is equally as good, if not better.

While other camera makers were quick to jump on the digital bandwagon, Nikon wanted to make sure it made the conversion right. Since their biggest base relied on a Nikon professional digital camera. As market forces changed, Nikon also tries to give amateur photographers the opportunity to have the quality professional use in a Nikon professional digital camera.

Nikon Has Success On Every Shutter Click

Similar to the companyâ??s Nikon professional digital camera less expensive units have made their way into the hands of serious amateurs and those that buy by brand name only. Nikonâ??s reputation as a top camera makers is unparalleled in the photography world.

In August 2006, the release of five models of its Cookpix line, added to their reign as one of the top Nikon professional digital camera, and brought them to regular folks. All models can be found between $200 and $400 and they all have a five-star rating from consumers. The rating encompasses issues such as ease of use, dependability, quality of pictures among others. Their goal is to enable amateurs to have the same photo experience as those using a Nikon professional digital camera.

The Nikon D80, at about $1,000 is not considered to be a Nikon professional digital camera, but shares many of the features. Improved auto-focus and interchangeable lenses make it an amateurâ??s dream. It boasts 10.2 mega-pixels, wider flash range and longer battery life.

The Nikon professional digital camera D2X has more features than most amateurs will use in a lifetime. With a price tag pushing $5,000, this camera has it all and does it all. If they find a way for it to pay for itself, they may have an exceptional winner.

Roland Jefferson
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I’m Starting a photography business, My friend Has a warehouse and we are turning the second floor into a studio, We want to start it in September or October, he is taking care of lighting and of course the place and I’m taking care of the camera.

I’m Planning to buy a D60 but i dont know if this will be good enough, currently my budget is not too high so I wanted to know where can I buy these cameras cheap.

I would love the D80 but it seems to expensive plus I heard theres a new version coming out soon, any helllppppppppp????????

I would stick with reputable buyers. Some of the less than reputable buyers have practices that can cause you problems. First the cameras are sometimes grey market. This means you do not have a US warranty. Its not a problem if the camera works but if there is an issue you may be on your own. Some larger companies also sell grey market but the let you know up front.

Some places when the price is too good to be true have a practice of removing all the accessories that are supposed to come with the camera and sell it seperately ( battery, charger, cables etc) Bu the time you buy all that you pay as much or more than getting it from a reputable place in the first place.

If you are looking to save money your best bet may be to shop the used market. Adorama and B&H both have used equipment. Since the D300 came out you can probably pick up a D200 or even D2 at a good price and these are both still good servicible cameras

Good luck with the new studio

I’m in the market or a new camera and i would like to move up to a dslr. Im a nikon person and ive had extensive use with d40’s d50’s and a d200 but am completely oblivious to the d60 and d80. Which camera would you you suggest, im not a begginer but im not profesional or anything.

Most would agree the Nikon Product Line is divided into these categories:

1. Entry Level: D40/D40x/D60
2. Amateur: D80/D90
3. Pro-sumer: D300
4: Professional: D700/D3/D3x

With that said…I would strongly suggest you move to the D80 or D90. You will be gaining a more advanced auto focusing system, larger access to lenses since the D80/D90 have the focusing system on the body allowing you to use 3rd party lenses instead of the D40-D60 which require you to buy Nikon AF-S lenses if you want auto focus.

One thing to keep in mind is what you are planning to use the camera for. If you want DSLR power in the smallest body possible, stick with your D40 since it actually performs better than the D60 in low light situations because it uses the same size sensor but crams more pixels into it, allowing for more noise at the same ISO.

Do you like using the D200? Its controls lend itself considerably to more manual controls. Its very easy to shoot full auto with the D80/D90, so if you prefer the manual control of the D200, depending on your budget, you may want to even consider the D300.

I typically find the best prices / return policy at amazon.com. Here is a link to the Nikon D90 which also supports HD video recording ability. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001ET5U92/?tag=youheardither-20

Hope this helps. Good luck!

The Nikon Corporation, which was established in July 25, 1917 has proved a lot in terms of high technology products. They have defined their major concept as “Vision Nikon 21″ which clarifies their goals and direction for the 21st century. Nikon Corporation’s philosophy supports “Creativity and Trustworthiness” in establishing and enforcing their corporate objectives. In return, it truly reveals the integrity of their mission.

Nikon Corporation is known for their optical goods. It includes cameras, microscopes, and lenses; there are even softwares and semiconductors. However, Nikon became popular in manufacturing SLR cameras. SLR or Digital single-lens reflex cameras became the standard equipment for more serious photographers. It provides them a large, bright, and accurate optical viewfinder, large controls and fast operation, excellent quality image, and interchangeable lenses.

The Nikon’s 1980 to 1991 models are: Nikon F3 (1980), Nikon F3HP (1982), Nikon F3T (1982), Nikon FG (1982), Nikon FM2 (1982), Nikon F3AF (1983), Nikon FM2n (1983), Nikon FE2 (1983), Nikon F3/T Classic, Nikon F3 Limited, Nikon F3/T Black, Nikon FA (1983), Nikon FA Gold (1984), Nikon F301/N2000 (1985), Nikon F501/n2002 (1986), Nikon SVC Model 1 (1986), Nikon F401/N4004 QD (1987), Nikon F801/N8008 (1988), Nikon F4 (1988), Nikon F4s (1988), Nikon F4e and Nikon F4 Press, Nikon QV1000C (1988), Nikon F401s/N4004s QD (1989), Nikon F601/N6006 QD (1990), Nikon F601m/N6000 (1990), Nikon F801s/ N8008s (1991), and Nikon F401x/N40004sQD (1991).

The Nikon’s 1992 to 1999 models are: Nikonos RS (1992), Nikon F90 (1992), Nikon Digital Prototype (1993), Nikon F50 (1994), Nikon F90X (1994), Nikon F70 (1994), Nikon E2/E2s Digital Camera (1994), Nikon FM2/T (1994), Nikon FM10 (1995), Nikon FE10 (1996), Nikon (1996), Nikon Pronea 600i (1996), Nikon COOLPIX series (1997), Nikon E2N/E2Ns Digital Camera (1996), Nikon F3 High Speed Motor Drive Camera (1997), Nikon F100 (1999), Nikon D1 (1999), Nikon E3 Digital Camera (1999), Nikon F60 (1999), Nikon F5 (1999), Nikon Pronea-S (1999), DSU (DCS-100) (1991), DCS 200 (1992), DCS 410 (1992-93) DCS 420 (1993), DCS N2000e (1993), DCS 460(1994-95), DCS 315 ( 1997), and DCS 330 (1998).

The Nikon y2k-2003 models are: Nikon F80 (2000), Nikon FM2n Y2k (2000), Nikon F65 QD/N65QD (2000), Nikon D1x D-SLR (2001), Nikon F55QD/N55QD (2002), Nikon D100 D-SLR (2002), Nikon F75QD (2003), Nikon D2H D-SLR (2003) and the Nikon/Kodak/Fuji Variants: Kodak DCS-620(x) (1999), Kodak DCS-660(M) (2000), Fuji FinePix S1 Pro (2000), Kodak DCS 760 (2001), Kodak DCS 720x (2002), and Fuji FinePix S2 Pro (2002).

The Nikon 2004 models are:  Nikon D70 (Jan), Nikon Coolpix 8700 (Jan), Nikon Coolpix 8800 (Sept), Nikon F6 (Sept) and Nikon D2X Digital Still SLR Camera (Sept). The Nikon latest model is the Nikon D80.

These models should be protected well to maintain its topnotch quality. So, to prolong its lifespan, it should be properly carried using camera bags. The choice of styles and materials depends upon the user. Generally, the best recommended products for camera bags are Domke, Tamrac, Kinesis, Billingham, Lowepro, and Gear. Just make sure that the camera perfectly suits the Nikon Model you have chosen.

Remember, Nikon products have gained the trust of many professionals worldwide, thus its existence and prosperity continues in harmony on all business levels. They ensure that new values are created to maintain the faith and pride of their consumers likewise to encourage the people having entrepreneurial spirit. Well, not only their products have strong appeal to the people worldwide, but also their services providing the greatest efficiency and usefulness. It is also your responsibility to protect their products as this will be an investment worth a picture.

 

Terry Williams
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Hi, I am looking to purchase a better lens for my Nikon D80 for close up nature photography. The lens I have now came with the kit (18-135 mm).

How close? For macro a used 55mm micro is great, for zoom the 70-300mm isn’t bad