Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens Review

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Nikon D40x 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens

General Information

The Nikon D40x is a 10.2 megapixel version of the Nikon D40 (which has 6.1 megapixels). Which one you decide to get depends on how much money you have to spend and whether or not you want to make large prints of your images.

Price: $1,099.95

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Product Details

The Nikon D40x is designed to deliver the picture-taking benefits of a digital SLR, yet is easy and fun to use. The D40x is ready to shoot when you are, thanks to split-second instant shutter response which eliminates annoying shutter lag. Exceptional image quality is made possible by a high resolution, 10.2-effective megapixel CCD image sensor and Nikon’s exclusive image processing engine. 10.2-megapixel resolution invites creative picture cropping freedom without loss of picture quality and delivers the ability to make enlargements of extraordinary size. Additional features include built-in flash with innovative Nikon i-TTL control, In- Camera Editing features with Nikon D-Lighting, Red-Eye Correction, Image Trimming, Image Overlay, Filter Effects and more. An ingenious HELP Menu with "Assist Images" helps you select the appropriate settings for many camera features.

Features:

	10.2-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for large, photo-quality prints
	2.5-inch LCD monitor; 170-degree viewing angle
	3D Color Matrix Metering II for ideal exposures in almost any lighting condition
	Image optimization functions and in-camera image retouching
	Includes 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lens

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Consumer Feedback

"The 10 Megapixel Nikon D40x is targeted for those who want a relatively compact and light camera yet having most of the important SLR features. The D40 is priced reasonably. In my opinion, if you are still considering whether to get a point and shoot camera or a DSLR, the D40x will be a better choice than any point and shoot camera. But if you are already deciding to get a DSLR or you want more control of the picture taking experience, then I would recommend you to also test the D50, D70s and/or D80 first before deciding to buy the D40x (or the D40). I want you to make sure that you know what you will get (and not get) with the D40x. Don't get me wrong though, the D40x is an awesome camera, and I don't think you will regret buying one. There are some limitation with the D40x which shouldn't bother most people, for example, the D40x doesn't have dedicated button to change picture quality, white balance or ISO settings (which generally only professional/enthusiast will care). Once you understand (and accept) its limitation, the D40x is a potent and exciting photography machine."

Actual customer feedback from Amazon.com

"Easy for my wife to use as a point and shoot with convenience of the small footprint. Has all the features I would hope for as an experienced protographer and are intuitive to use- don't have to keep going back to the manual. Probaly did not need the 10 mpixel. Get the VR zoom as it will probably be your primary lens"

Actual customer feedback from Amazon.com

"I think it's a great semi-pro camera - if you are looking for a GOOD 'point and shoot' this might be the ticket. If you are looking for a GOOD DSLR, I'd go for the Nikon D80 instead. I chose the D40X on the thought that next year, the D80 class will be 20 Megapixels, and I'll just hang on until then to move back into a pro-class DSLR. So my issues really relate to the fact I didn't want to jump right back in with another $3000 to get to where I was on Tuesday. I did NOT expect the D40x to be pro grade - it's a VERY good camera for what it is. "

Actual customer feedback from Amazon.com

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