Nikon D80 Digital Camera
Product Description
One of the key advances developed for the D80 is its high-resolution image-processing engine. At its heart is a dedicated high-performance processing chip that greatly accelerates performance on all levels, while also consuming less power than its predecessors. It also inherits advantages developed exclusively for Nikon's latest professional digital SLR cameras, combining color independent analog pre-conditioning with improved 12-bit digital image processing algorithms. The result is natural-looking images that benefit from faithful color and tone reproduction. The level of performance attained allows the engine to rapidly and efficiently process the 10.2-megapixel resolution images captured by the DX Format CCD image sensor.
Specifications:
Megapixels: 10.2 Megapixels
Optical Zoom: 7.5 X
Auto Focus: TTL phase detection
Lens System: Nikon AF-S DX 18-135mm lens
Image Sensor: CCD
Max Aperture: f/3.5
Min Aperture: f/5.6
Max Focal Length: 135 mm
Min Focal Length: 18 mm
Maximum Shutter Speed: 1/4000 sec
Minimum Shutter Speed: 30 sec
Image Format: JPEG, NEF (RAW), RAW + JPEG
Focus Modes: Automatic, Manual
Exposure Settings: I-TTL program flash, Program, Bulb, Automatic, Manual, Aperture-priority, Shutter-priority
ISO Equivalencies: 100-3200
Metering Characteristics: 3D color matrix, Center-weighted, Spot
Minimum Focusing Range: 17.7 in
CCD Size: 15.8 x 23.6mm
Number Of CCD Pixels: 10.75 Million
LCD Screen Size: 2.5 in
Viewfinder: Fixed eye-level pentaprism
Viewfinder Field of View: 95 %
Self Timer: Yes
Self Timer Delay: 2 - 20 sec
White Balance: Custom, Automatic, Presets
Continuous Shooting Speed: 3 fps
Recording Method: SDHC Memory Card, MultiMediaCard, Secure Digital (SD) Card
Connectors: 1 x composite video output, 1 x USB, 1 x remote control, 1 x DC power input
Included Cable Types: USB , Video
Included Components: Eyepiece cover, Dust cap, Body cap, Lens cap, Shoulder strap
Included Software: Drivers & Utilities, Nikon PictureProject
Camera Type: SLR
Weight: 1.3 lbs.
Also known as: , Nikon D80, Nikon 9405, Nikon
Manufacturer Part No.: 9405
Company Info: Nikon
Dimension: 4.1 in. x 5.2 in. x 3 in. (HxWxD)
UPC: 018208094059
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User Reviews
badsirencyn Nikon D80
I've use the 35mm film cameras in the past, so I'm use to aperture settings, f-stops and the like. This is a great camera for the money. Takes great pics. I also purchased the 18mm-200mm lens, so I'm not constantly changing lenses. I would also recommend getting a filter lens to help with protection of the actual lens.
student_1his Nikon D80
This is an excellent beginner's camera. I personally didn't know much about photography until I finally got a professional camera, believe me, once you go dSLR you won't go back. there are just so many features that you can use its unbelievable. From the way the buttons are layed out to the photoprocessing features you can do on the the camera is just right. Sure, this isn't a cheap camera, but it's worth every dollar. I recommend buying a UV filter for your lens, this will protect it from getting scratched and it's best to replace a $15-$20 filter than your $300-$400 lens. Its a great buy, I highly recommend it.
baby_addie Nikon D80
I absolutely love this camera! I was a little weary about switching to digital since I am a photographer and want my pictures to be excellent when they are enlarged. I shopped around alot before I bought this Nikon. But I have had nothing but good to say about it. You HAVE to read through the manual before using it though. That is a must with these new digital cameras, they have so many different settings and menus! For instance there are different settings for the Aperature, shutter, manual, etc. settings compared to the program settings such as portrait, action and so on. The only way you are going to get the camera to its fullest potential is to use the aperature, manual, our shutter priority settings. Only in those settings can you put the camera on vivid detail, highest saturation, etc. to make your pictures as good as they can be.
How fast the camera focuses and takes pictures depends on the lens. Nikon has excellent lenses for fair prices. Of course they can be really expensive but Nikon has come out with lenses that have Vibration Reduction, Internal focusing (which is a must), and ED glass elements for pretty low prices. I would recommend this camera to anyone looking for a moderately priced semi pro camera. I think it has all the capabilities and power of a full pro camera!!
superlynh A perceptible upgrade from Nikon D70
The good:
+ Big LCD screen.
+ 10.2 mp. High resolution, sharp image, color looked better than the real world.
+ Very decent 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G lens that goes along.
The only problem was that this camera is a bit heavy for a teenager like myself. This caused major blurriness when shot at low shutter speed. Problem can be fixed with a tripod.
callmacher I like my D80
I purchased my D80 about 3 months ago. Before then, I really only used my Nikon FE2 which is a manual SLR. I love the digital world. I definitely had to read the manual and watch the video to learn all of the features but now that I am more used to them, I LOVE playing with my camera. I pretty much bring it every where with me and the picture quality and colors is many times much better than what my eye sees. I will always love my manual camera but this is the next best thing. I still feel I have total control and then some.
