At A Glance

This camera produces pleasing pictures, but it offers minimal improvements over the D40x for lots more cashola.

Manufacturer’s Description

Extraordinary 10.2-Megapixel DX-format Nikon Picture Quality Fast Startup and Split-Second Shutter Response Active Dust Reduction System with Airflow Control: Nikon's EXPEED Image Processing Concept 8 Digital-Vari Program Automatic Shooting Modes Nikon's Smallest Digital SLR Ever! Built-in Speedlight with i-TTL Automatic Flash Control Nikon's fast, accurate autofocus and Vibration Reduction image stabilization technology

The Specs

Display
Display size 2.5 inches
Viewfinder 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 1.8 pounds
Lens Features
Maximum Wide Angle (deprecated) 18.0 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

Performance

Performance (New)
Exposure Good
Color Good
Sharpness Good
Distortion Good
Performance
Image Quality, Exposure 49
Number of Shots 500
Battery Life (minutes) 273.5
Image Quality, Distortion--Noise 72.6
Image Quality, Sharpness 50
Image Quality, Exposure--Flash 71.8
Image Quality, Color--Adjusted 58
Image Quality, Color--Auto 52.5
Image Quality, Distortion--Sharp Interpolation 62.8
Image Quality, Color 55.2
Image Quality, Overall 55
Number of Batteries 1
Image Quality, Exposure--Normal 39.3
Image Quality, Distortion 66.4
Image Quality Score Very Good
Image Quality, Distortion--Noise Reduction 64.2