Nikon D40x Digital Camera Kit with 18-135mm Lens
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Autofocus is supported only with AF-S and AF-I CPU lenses, which are equipped with an autofocus motor
The Nikon D40x SLR Digital Camera features astounding resolution and broad ISO sensitivity, while still maintaining a compact and lightweight design. The 10.2-effective megapixel DX format CCD imaging sensor is complimented by Nikon's exclusive 3D Color Matrix Metering II and an improved Nikon Image Processing Engine that together ensure breathtaking picture quality with precision exposure, wider ISO sensitivity of 100-1600, and natural, accurately rendered colors. The camera can power-up in a near-instantaneous 0.18 seconds, is able to capture images instantly, with virtually none of the shutter delay typically associated with point-and-shoot digital cameras, and can shoot up to 3 pictures per second, non-stop for up to 100 shots. The D40x also features superb power efficiency, allowing up to 520 images per charge.
The D40x's automated, scene-optimized Digital Vari-Program modes allow users to capture nearly any type of scene without needing to understand the fine points of photography or fumble with camera settings. The D40x includes eight preset modes, including a Flash Off mode. As users gain experience with the camera, the camera offers advanced controls such as Aperture-priority and Shutter-priority modes that offer greater creative control over the look and feel of their pictures.
The large and bright 2.5-inch color LCD screen on the back of the D40x displays everything from menu options, pictures in playback mode, the visually-intuitive information display system that presents camera and shooting information in a user-friendly, graphical way, and a built-in help menu with Assist Images that can help you select appropriate settings for many camera features by displaying a sample image illustrating the effect and potential use of the setting in question.
When you're done shooting, the Retouch menu offers exclusive in-camera image editing features that provide greater creativity without the need for a computer. Included in the Retouch menu is Nikon's D-Lighting, which brightens dark pictures and an automated Red-eye correction feature. Other creative features include Image Overlay, Small Picture, Monochrome (Black-and-white, Sepia, and Cyanotype) and Filter Effects (Skylight, Warm filter, Color balance). After you have taken your picture and made all of the desired adjustments, printing that picture could never be easier, since the camera is PictBridge compatible, just connect the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer and print your favorite images - without the need for a computer.
- 10.2 Megapixel Resolution for Extraordinary Image Quality
- The high-resolution image quality of the Nikon D40x is made possible by Nikon's high-performance 10.2 megapixel Nikon DX format CCD imaging sensor and exclusive Nikon image processing engine which assures stunning sharpness and color. 10.2 megapixels of resolution is great for making beautifully detailed enlargements of 20 x 30 inches and beyond, and also provides room for creative cropping.
- Compact and Lightweight Camera Body
- At just over 16 ounces, the beautifully styled and compact D40x makes high-performance digital SLR photography easier and more convenient than ever. The camera body fits your hand perfectly, with a well-balanced design and grip to ensure easy access to the camera controls.
- Superb Performance
- Fast startup combined with super-fast shutter response and rapid-action shooting at up to 3 frames per second makes it easy to freeze special moments instantly, and capture high-quality action sequences of children at play, sporting activities such as soccer, or baseball, and much more.
- Compatible with Nikkor Lenses
- All Nikon AF-S/AF-I Nikkor lenses work seamlessly with the D40x, and all Nikon lenses feature the finest optics and precision mechanisms to provide optimized performance for sharp, consistent results (Autofocus is supported only with AF-S and AF-I CPU lenses, which are equipped with an autofocus motor).
- Fast and Accurate 3-Area Autofocus
- The advanced 3-area AF system uses Nikon's exclusive three-area Multi-CAM 530 AF Sensor Module and refined algorithms inherited from more advanced Nikon digital SLR cameras to deliver fast, efficient and precise autofocus. These AF refinements deliver greater precision with fast, more consistent subject acquisition and improved focus tracking for consistently sharper pictures.
- 3D Color Matrix Metering II
- Nikon's exclusive 3D Color Matrix Metering II instantly evaluates the brightness, contrast and colors of any shooting scenario and compares it to a built-in datablase of over 30,000 scenarios to calculate precise exposures, thereby obtaining optimum results. In addition, Center-weighted and Spot metering are also available to meet specialized applications.
- Broad ISO Sensitivity Range
- The ISO sensitivity of the Nikon D40x can be set from 100 all the way to 1600, enabling beautiful images in many challenging low-light situations without using a flash. There is also a HI-1 setting that provides up to 1EV stop above ISO 1600, and a Flash-Off Mode that shuts off the camera's flash and boosts its ISO so users can easily take pictures in places where flash photography is not allowed, inappropriate or when they prefer the look of naturally lit pictures.
- Easy-to-use Digital Vari-Program Modes
- Get better shots in almost any situation with the Eight Easy-to-use Digital Vari-Program modes. Each of the eight modes is designed to calculate the best settings for your scene automatically. Simply choose one of the modes (Auto, Auto Flash-OFF, Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close Up or Night Portrait), and the camera will adjust itself automatically for optimal results
- Built-in Speedlight with i-TTL Automatic Flash Control
- The auto pop-up Flash gives just the right light to make the scene look both beautiful and natural. Nikon's innovative i-TTL flash control evaluates flash exposure with incredible precision to achieve better automatic flash balance and deliver outstanding results. The built-in Speedlight brings beautiful exposures in darkened conditions as well as adding sparkle for fill flash in outdoor situations, enhanced twilight shots or an added impact to daylight images. To extend your flash shooting range and creativity, just add an optional Nikon Speedlight such as the Nikon SB-400.
- Optional Infrared Remote
- Use the optional Wireless Remote Control ML-L3 as a remote shutter release for self portraits or to prevent camera shake caused when releasing the shutter.
- Bright and Accurate SLR Viewfinder
- The large and clear viewfinder of the Nikon D40x provides 0.8x magnification, and helps to ensure precise composition, while the overall viewfinder brightness makes focusing in low-light conditions easier
- 2.5" Color LCD Monitor
- Playback images are easy to see, and function menus are easier to use with a large and bright color LCD monitor. The 2.5-inch LCD monitor enables image preview at up to 19 times magnification and has large type fonts and easy-to-view menus as well as three display options: Classic, Graphic and Wallpaper. Furthermore, the large LCD color monitor is perfect for viewing image details or just showing recently captured pictures to friends and family.
- Advanced Help Menu System
- The built-in Help Menu system of the D40x provides advice and directions for every camera setting at the press of a button. Simply press the "?" button on the back of the camera, and you'll see detailed information about particular functions displayed on the LCD panel, so you're always prepared. Furthermore, useful "assist images" help you select the ideal setting for your picture.
- In-Camera Image Editing
- Highly versatile in-camera Retouch menu includes Nikon D-Lighting, Red-Eye Correction, Image Trimming, Image Overlay, Monochrome (Black and White, Sepia and Cyanotype) along with Skylight, Warm Tone and Color Balance filter effects. These features provide greater creative freedom without the need for a computer, for those who prefer to send pictures directly to a printer.
- Long-lasting Battery
- The EN-EL9 Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery lets you take up to 520 shots in single-frame shooting mode (CIPA standards), while the optional EH-5 AC Adapter can be used to power the camera for even longer periods (an AC Adapter Connector EP-5 is required, available separately).
- Includes PictureProject Software
- Supplied with the D40x and designed as a simple, intuitive and seamless experience, PictureProject is for digital photographers of any skill level. Its powerful tools let you truly explore digital imaging without having to study for it. It greatly simplifies image transfer and sharing, while giving you basic post-production enhancements on a personal computer. Data in your memory card can easily be uploaded to your computer, and images can be quickly printed, e-mailed or uploaded to an online photo community.
- Process your images like a Pro with Capture NX Software (optional)
- Nikon's revolutionary Capture NX software gives you an unprecedented degree of control over your images. Thanks to exclusive U Point Technology, by Nik Software, Capture NX does all the calculations for you, making it the first truly usable editing imaging software for all levels of photographers.
- Photo Printing Made Simple with Direct Printing
- The Nikon D40x supports PictBridge direct Printing. Simply connect the camera to a Pictbridge compatible printer using the included USB cable, and print pictures directly from your camera - without the need for a PC.
- Includes 18-135mm Lens
- The D40x comes packaged with the Nikon AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED Lens that features Nikon ED glass, aspherical lens elements and SWM (Silent Wave Motor) for enhanced performance, and is well suited to a wide variety of shooting situations from sports, to action and portraits, to wide-angle landscapes.
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| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens SLR Digital Camera |
| Image Quality | |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor | 23.6 x 15.8mm (DX format) 10.75 Megapixel RGB CCD |
| Effective Resolution | 10.2 million pixels |
| Color Depth | 36-Bit RGB |
| Color Modes | Ia (sRGB), II (Adobe RGB), IIIa (sRGB), Normal, Softer, Vivid, More Vivid, Portrait, B&W |
| Image File Formats |
Compressed NEF (RAW) JPEG (Fine, Normal, Basic) Exif 2.21, DCF 2.0 and DPOF compliant |
| Recorded Resolution |
Large (3872 x 2592) Medium (2896 x 1944) Small (1936 x 1296) |
| Video Recording | No |
| Audio Recording | No |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount |
Nikon F mount with AF coupling and AF contacts |
| Focal Length Multiplier | 1.5x |
| Optical Image Stabilization | Supports Nikon VR Lenses |
| Focus Control | |
|---|---|
| Focus Type | TTL phase detection by Nikon Multi-CAM 530 autofocus module with AF-assist and detection range of -1 to +19 EV (ISO 100 at 68°F), Focus area can be selected from 3 focus areas |
| Focus Modes | Autofocus (Instant single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous servo AF (AF-C); auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A); predictive focus tracking automatically activated according to subject status), Single Area AF, Dynamic Area AF, Dynamic Area AF with Closest Subject Priority, Manual focus (M), Focus lock |
| Exposure Control | |
|---|---|
| Sensitivity |
Auto ISO Selectable ISO (100-1600 in 1 EV steps) HI-1 (up to 1EV stop above ISO 1600) |
| Shutter Type | Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal plane shutter |
| Shutter Speed |
30 - 1/4000 seconds Bulb |
| Mirror Lock-Up | Yes |
| Exposure Metering | TTL full-aperture exposure metering system (3D Color Matrix Metering II (type G and D lenses); Color Matrix Metering II (other CPU lenses); Center-weighted, Spot); Exposure Metering Range of 0 to 20 EV (3D Color Matrix or center-weighted metering), or 2 to 20 EV (spot metering) |
| Exposure Modes | Digital Vari-Program (Auto, Auto [Flash Off], Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close Up, Night Portrait), Programmed Auto (P) with flexible program, Shutter-Priority Auto (S), Aperture-Priority Auto (A), Manual (M), Exposure Compensation (±5 EV in 1/3 EV increments), Exposure Lock |
| White Balance Modes | Auto (TTL white-balance with 420-pixel RGB sensor), six manual modes (Incandescent, Fluorescent, Direct sunlight, Flash, Cloudy, Shade) with fine-tuning and preset white balance |
| Scene Modes | Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close Up, Night Portrait |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Yes (Auto flash with auto pop-up P/S/A/M: Manual pop-up with button release) |
| Effective Flash Range | Up to 59' |
| External Flash Connection | Standard ISO hot-shoe contact with sync, signal, and ground contacts and safety lock |
| External Flash Control | i-TTL flash control by 420-segment RGB sensor, TTL Auto aperture, Non-TTL Auto, Range-priority manual, Flash Compensation (-3 to +1 EV in 1/3 EV increments) |
| Maximum Flash Synchronization Speed | 1/200 second |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Start-Up Time | 0.18 seconds |
| Shutter Lag | Less than 0.01 second |
| Time Between Shots | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Burst Capability | 3.0 fps up to 100 images (up to 6 images in RAW) |
| Self Timer | 2, 5, 10 or 20 seconds |
| Interval Recording | No |
| Date & Time Stamp | No (time & date recorded onto metadata) |
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| Built-in Memory | No | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Compatible Memory Cards | Secure Digital (SD/SDHC) Card | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| File Size |
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| Battery Type | EN-EL9 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery (7.4V) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power Adapter | EH-5 AC Adapter (optional) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Input/Output | |
|---|---|
| Computer Interface | USB 2.0 (High Speed) |
| Direct Print Capable | Yes (PictBridge) |
| Remote Control |
ML-L3 Wireless Remote Control (optional) Camera Control via PC with Camera Control software (optional) |
| Video Output | Yes (NTSC & PAL) |
| System & Software Requirements |
Windows System
Macintosh System
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| Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder | Fixed-eyelevel penta-Dach mirror type with Type B BriteView Clear Matte screen Mark V and built-in diopter adjustment (-1.7-1 to +0.5m-1) |
| Viewfinder Info | Focus indications, AE/FV lock indicator, Shutter speed, Aperture value, Exposure/Exposure compensation indicator, Exposure mode, Flash output level compensation, Exposure compensation, Number of remaining exposures, Flash-ready indicator |
| Depth-of-Field Preview | No |
| LCD Display | 2.5" low-temperature polysilicon TFT color LCD (230,000 pixels) with brightness adjustment |
| Information Display | Shooting info can be displayed on Color LCD |
| Language Options | Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish |
| Playback Options | 1 frame, Thumbnail (4 or 9 segments), Magnifying playback, Slide show, Histogram indication, Highlight point display, Auto image rotation, Text Input (Up to 36 characters; stored in Exif header) |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 3.7 x 5.0 x 2.5" (94 x 126 x 64mm) without lens |
| Weight | 17 oz. (471g) without battery & lens |
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Pros
- Comfortable Controls
- Small Lag Time
- Small Size
Cons
Best Uses
- Art
- Documentary
- Fun
- Photojournalism
- Travel
Comments about Nikon D40x Digital Camera Kit with 18-135mm Lens:
I've had a Digital Rebel for a long time. There is no comparison between these two.
1)10 megapixel vs. 6 -huge difference
2)with the 18-135 lens I don't need any other lenses
3)Autofocus is outstanding, very little hunting even in low light (within reason)
4)Virtually no lag time
5)ISO 100-1600 with 800 suitable for printing
6) SIZE - you can take this camera anywhere!
Bottom Line: I'm glad I switched.
- Similar:
- canon digital rebel (the original)
Comments about Nikon D40x Digital Camera Kit with 18-135mm Lens:
I just took this camera and lens on a trip through Chicago and the desert Southwest and shot 2700 pictures.It is light and can be waved around effortlessly. I attached a wrist strap as well as the neck strap and it has never fallen out of my hand. Sometimes the focusing needs a double attempt, but it usually does the job well, and use shutter priority above 1/250 or 1/320 to get anything moving (of course). I stay in aperture mode most of the time to make use of this great lens with very highly rated resolution numbers from photozone.de. I tested the D40 and kit lens as well, and this camera delivers one more 'step' in resolution,and this lens puts it FAR ahead of the D40 and its 18-55mm in results and useability. I know some may differ. I didnt notice any difference in file writing times. The SD format is a breeze compared to xD.This lens is about a 28-210 equivalent, plenty for most uses. Yes, you may want a longer VR lens for fancier work, but I'm sure glad I'm not switching lenses between wide and short tele work.Of course, I would prefer this lens to be a VR, but soon, I'm sure.Those who want the 18-200VR, you'll spend twice as much, good luck finding one, and check its ratings. This lens has been rated to beat it in sharpness. Of course, I want the VR for low light work, certainly.The colors are rich, with filters of course. The battery life lasts about 300 shots plus transfer, but will poop out quickly, so buy a spare, and I'm real glad I had one. It charges in 90 minutes, though, so thats no problem. Get a car power inverter. I really wish the LCD came with a screen protector, but this can be bought. I've seen reports that this camera equals the D80, and it may even exceed it with this lens. its certainly more portable than the D80, and the buttons are in a far more convenient arrangement than other dSLRs I've seen, and the Rebel's grip is a disaster compared to this one.This grip may seem a bit small in a man's hands at first, but it balances perfectly, and becomes totally seamless. I pretty much adore this camera, as it seems to finally equal 35mm scanned at 2700 dpi, and you can burn so many shots on action and exposure compensation, that film cant compete in that regard. I still drag around a film MF for high-resolution scenery, but who knows for how long. Do you want to spend $3k or 1k on your digital? I vote 1k, and Nikon at least has the brains to make its all-purpose zoom start at 18mm, 28mm equivalent, because frankly, I dont need a 24mm equiv, but I sure dont want to be cut off at 35mm-40mm equiv either. Now if they could just find a way to turndown the brightness of this LCD screen. It has a tendecny to glow in your face when you're shooting, but it shuts off pretty quickly. This camera rocks. And its sharp looking, too.
Problems Encountered: No LCD protector, no RAW to plus FINE JPG
Previous Equivalent Items Owned: Olympus C750, Canon EOS 35mm
Items I Recommend: Filters, extra battery, VR lenses
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This is a special order item and is non-cancelable and non-returnable. Est. arrival at B&H is 2-4 weeks (subject to availability). Your order will be charged at time of shipment.
What's in the Box
- 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens with Front & Rear Lens Caps and HB-32 Lens Hood
- EN-EL9 Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
- MH-23 Quick Charger
- UC-E4 USB Cable
- DK-16 Rubber Eyecup
- BF-1A Body Cap
- DK-5 Eyepiece Cap
- BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cap
- Camera Strap
- PictureProject Software CD-ROM
- User Guide
- 1-Year Nikon U.S.A. Limited Warranty
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