Nikon D60 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX VR Nikkor Zoom Lens by Nikon
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Digital camera reviews of Nikon D60 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX VR Nikkor Zoom Lens
Digital camera Review: A nice step into the world of "big gurl cameras" :)
Summary: 5 Stars
Ok, I know all the detail pros v. cons have been listed out a thousand times, so I'm not going there.
Is this the most perfectest camera out there??? No, but it gives five star performance for it's level. It's perfect for two types, 1. those stepping up from pocket cams and 2. those who want a smaller DSLR for everyday pack-around use OR travel.
Let me just go over the modes a bit:
Auto- works okay, flashes a bit too early for me
Auto no flash-works great, but mind the ISO it picks. (I'm a bit picky, I don't like anything above 400, and you have to twist my arm for 800)
M- It takes awhile to learn, but learn it.
A- Not as hard to learn as M, but learn it.
S- Great for getting those nice stream shots, learn it.
P- ?? honestly, if I have used it, I didn't know it. I have to learn it.
All the others are very self explanatory.
Digital camera Review: A review for those who want to upgrade from D40
Summary: 5 Stars
This is the 2008 upgraded version of the D40x.
First, if you are new to DSLR Photography and you wish to buy a new camera, then you are spot-on and I won't repeat the wealth of information the other kind reviewers have already given. I'll just focus on why D40 users need to upgrade.
Second, I dont recommend D40x users to upgrade to this model! true the new futures are a plus however, personally I find it not a big difference. unless you like to keep up with latest technology releases and don't mind paying the extra dollars :)
If you wish to upgrade from the D40 (as I am) you need to consider the reason for your upgrade.
Reason 1- Is it for taking better quality photos or your current camera is old?
Reason 2- Or, found out you are stepping to the advance photography level and you want to upgrade from your D40? (becoming an obsessed amature)
Answering reason 1:
If you are happy with your current D40 but you need to upgrade because its old or you need higher Mega Pixels or you want more (a bit) better images? then this D60 is a perfect upgrade why because the D60 on the auto-settings takes much crispier spot-on shots than the D40 just by doing a shot by shot comparison you will find the D60 have the upper hand due to some of the following new features;
- Active D-lightning (No more underexposed photos).
- The new Expeed sensor (as in the D300, reduced ISO noise)
- The new VR Lens which produce sharper images.
- The Dust reduction is a big plus
- supporting 4GB SDHC cards.
Answering reason 2:
The D60 camera does not have the following:
- No DOF preview
- No Bracketing
- Does not trigger speed-flash remotely such as SB-600/800
- Mirror Lock-up (for taking super steady shots)
- only three active focus points.
- only one Command dial
- No Build in AF motor (limiting the amount of lenses you use)
It is not necessarily to have any of the above (specially to amatures and beginners) and you can always have a work around those features. however, when you start attending advanced photography courses or workshops with top National Geography Photographers you will find yourself looking handicap because you lack the functions whom my other fellow photographers have... or specially when you get to a level that you work in a pro environment and you need least fail factor while taking shots or the ability to work within a studio environment. then yes, you need the above features even more (which i did not mention). and this D60 is not the right upgrade for you.
I just want to make it clear for those who want to upgrade or before buying a new DSLR. because if you are new, and you feel one day you will get to the advance level (or, least becoming an obsessed amature) I prefer you invest on a D300 or atleast a D80.
other than that, this camera is the best DSLR I ever saw targeting the entry level photographers.
Digital camera Review: A truly great DSLR
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a wonderful camera. I've had it for almost a year now and have used it from New Orleans to San Francisco. The stock lens is a great lens to start out with and takes wonderful pictures. Compared the the 80 or higher it has fewer options when concerning quality of the pictures taken. This is a great camera to start with and with the right lenses a great one to even build on. I highly recommend this camera to those that wish to begin photography and like to catch those moments that are often missed by digital cameras.Digital camera Review: Adequate
Summary: 3 Stars
My problems with this:
- NO LIVE VIEW, AND IT DIDN'T MENTION IT ANYWHERE PRIOR TO THE PURCHASE.
- The auto modes do not compensate for when taking a pic from a moving vehicle and so you end up with blurred pictures. If you use the manual mode you can eventually set the speed right to take much better pictures.
- NO LIVE VIEW.
- The menu could be a little more intuitive.
- NO LIVE VIEW. I HATE THAT.
Digital camera Review: Amazing
Summary: 5 Stars
If your considering the Canon Rebel XS and XSi and the D60, dont waste your time with the canon. I had the XSi and returned it, it is nothing compared to this camera.
You will not be disappointed.