At A Glance
The D40 is a great value: Its help system offers solid learning tools, yet the camera doesn't skimp on advanced features.
Manufacturer’s Description
Extraordinary Nikon Image Quality Easy Operation with Intuitive Controls Nikon's Smallest Digital SLR Ever! At just over 16 ounces Fast Startup with Instant Shutter Response Includes 3x 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens Shoot at up to 2.5 frames per second 2.5-inch color LCD monitor with 3 colorful display options High-performance 6.1megapixel Nikon DX format CCD imaging sensor In-Camera Image Editing New advanced HELP menu system with Assist Images Fast, accurate 3-Area Autofocus Image Optimization Options Built-in Speedlight with i-TTL automatic flash control Bright, accurate SLR viewfinder Automatic exposure with 8 Digital-Vari Program Modes Nikon 3D Color Matrix Metering II
The Specs
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Display size | 2.5 inches |
| Viewfinder | Through-the-lens optical |
| Battery | |
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion Battery |
| Ports and Connections | |
| Available Interfaces | No |
| Power | |
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion Battery |
| Dimensions | |
| Width | 5.0 inches |
| Depth | 2.5 inches |
| Height | 3.7 inches |
| Weight | 1.625 pounds |
| Lens Features | |
| Maximum Wide Angle (deprecated) | 27.0 mm |
| Maximum aperture | 3.5 |
| Lens mount | Interchangeable |
| Focus features | Yes |
| Storage Media | |
| SD card | SD Memory Card |
| Supported Image Formats | |
| JPG | Yes |
| Warranty | |
| Warranty information | 1 Year Limited Warranty |
Performance
| Performance (New) | |
|---|---|
| Exposure | Good |
| Color | Good |
| Sharpness | Poor |
| Distortion | Fair |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Image Quality, Exposure | 49.5 |
| Number of Shots | 500 |
| Battery Life (minutes) | 273.5 |
| Image Quality, Distortion--Noise | 72.5 |
| Image Quality, Sharpness | 33.8 |
| Image Quality, Exposure--Flash | 49.3 |
| Image Quality, Color--Adjusted | 61.5 |
| Image Quality, Color--Auto | 51.3 |
| Image Quality, Distortion--Sharp Interpolation | 49.3 |
| Image Quality, Color | 56.4 |
| Image Quality, Overall | 52.3 |
| Number of Batteries | 1 |
| Image Quality, Exposure--Normal | 49.6 |
| Image Quality, Distortion | 59.3 |
| Image Quality Score | Very Good |
| Image Quality, Distortion--Noise Reduction | 61.5 |
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