Nikon D40X – Arguably The Best Budget Digital SLR

The budget compact Nikon D40x is designed to deliver the picture-taking benefits of a digital SLR while being fun and easy to use. The predecessor to this camera by 4 months, the D40 costs almost $200 less and has identical photo quality. The ‘X’ model offers 10 megapixels, 3 shots per second instead of 2.5, and 10% better battery life. The high-resolution DX format CCD imaging sensor and exclusive Nikon image-processing engine assures stunning sharpness and color. You’ll be amazed at the power packed into a camera that weighs just over 16 ounces.

High Resolution Imagery

A high resolution leaves room for creative cropping. A fast 0.18 second startup combined with split-second shutter response and rapid-action shooting at up to 3 frames per second makes it easy to freeze special moments instantly. 2.5-inch, 230K Color LCD Monitor with 170-Degree Wide-Angle Viewing Playback images are easy to see and function menus are easier to use with a larger and brighter color LCD monitor. The large 2.5-inch LCD monitor enables image preview at up to 19 times magnification and has large type fonts with easy-to-view menus. The D40x’s Image Optimize setting lets photographers adjust color, contrast and sharpening, as well as other image settings, according to the type of scene or output desired. The supplied EN-EL9 rechargeable battery will allow for shooting up to 520 images per charge based on CIPA battery testing standards.

Fast startup with instant shutter response

A fast 0.18 second startup combined with split-second shutter response and rapid-action shooting at up to 3 frames per second makes it easy to freeze special moments instantly.

Build and handling

Being an entry level camera also means that it has to be as small as possible. Having a large handgrip makes it comfortable to hold and use. While the body has a plastic finish, it feels quite solid.

Built-in Speedlight with i-TTL automatic flash control

Nikon’s innovative i-TTL flash control evaluates flash exposure with incredible precision to achieve better automatic flash balance and deliver outstanding results. The built-in Speedlight is always ready and brings beautiful exposured shots in darkened conditions. In low-light or back-light situations, added illumination from the built-in Speedlight can make the difference between an average snapshot and a dazzling picture.

Lens Included : 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lens

This ED glass element lens features ultra-high speed autofocusing and Nikon’s Super Integrated Coating minimizes ghosting and flare to provide even higher contrast and more vivid images, even in challenging light conditions. A new compact rod-type Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables ultra-high speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and super-quiet operation.

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