Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens
- Price: $849.95
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Discontinued
Autofocus is supported only with AF-S and AF-I CPU lenses, which are equipped with an autofocus motor
The Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera has been designed for the consumer who wants to combine top technology with user-friendliness and creative features. The D60 provides a resolution of 10.2 effective Megapixels, and incorporates Nikon's exclusive EXPEED image-processing concept, which is utilized to maximize image quality and processing speed - resulting in continuous shooting capability at 3.0 fps, near instant power-up at just 0.19 seconds and high ISO sensitivity, all in a compact, lightweight body with a user-friendly ergonomic design.
A common problem with SLR digital cameras is the accumulation of dust in the camera's image box that can be introduced into the camera body when changing lenses, leading to distracting spots on your images. To combat this potential problem, the D60 includes an integrated dust reduction system which consists of an Airflow Control System that channels dust out of the image path and a vibrating, self-cleaning sensor unit shakes off any remaining dust from the camera's image sensor.
The D60 is capable of use in a range of lighting conditions resulting from a wide sensitivity range of ISO 100 to ISO 1600 and offers vivid color reproduction with clear, sharp results. The camera's built-in Speedlight produces excellent balanced results thanks to Nikon's sophisticated i-TTL flash system, and also allows the use of additional remote-controlled Speedlights via a TTL Hot Shoe. For convenient use in places where flash photography is not allowed, the camera will set the sensitivity automatically for the best results.
The Nikon D60 is designed to simplify camera operation with a user-friendly design that includes a reduced number of buttons to allow the photographer to concentrate on taking pictures. The camera also offers creative features that are designed to allow the optimization and adjustment of images without the need for a computer. Image optimization is achieved through functions like Active D-Lighting (which compensates for strong shadows), and the automatic correction of false eye color when using the built-in flash. Additional creative features include the automated creation of stop-motion animation files from a sequence of images, and effects that simulate the use of optical filters to produce color shading and sparkling highlights.
The 2.5-inch LCD screen on the back of the D60 presents information using an easy to understand graphic user interface, with a choice of three types of presentation style to suit all users. The camera also incorporates a built-in orientation sensor so that the symbols and numbers in the display can be rotated through 90 degrees to present information in the correct orientation according to how the camera is being held, and the D60 includes a sensor that turns off the LCD monitor screen automatically when the viewfinder is raised to the photographer's eye - thereby saving power and preventing any visual distraction when shooting with the viewfinder.
- 10.2 Megapixel Resolution
- The high-resolution image quality of the Nikon D60 is made possible by Nikon's high-performance 10.2 megapixel DX format CCD imaging sensor and exclusive Nikon image processing engine which assures stunning sharpness and color. You'll be able to print beautifully detailed enlargements of 20 x 30 inches and beyond even with some creative cropping.
- Integrated Dust Reduction System
- The Nikon D60 uses two complementary dust reduction methods to keep your images free of distracting spots. First, the camera body incorporates Nikon's exclusive Airflow Control System that leads air within the mirror box towards small ducts near the base, preventing internal dust from settling in front of the image sensor. Then the image sensor itself engages an Imaging Sensor Cleaning function when the camera is started up that uses vibrations to shake dust away from the optical low-pass filter in front of the sensor. Furthermore, Nikon engineers have designed the camera body to minimize dust infiltration and prevent such image degrading material from attaching to the filter or being seen by the sensor when you are taking pictures.
- Compact and Lightweight Camera Body
- At just over 16 ounces, the beautifully styled and compact D60 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.
- Fast Startup & Superb Performance
- Fast startup combined with super-fast shutter response and rapid-action shooting at up to 3 frames per second for as many as 100 consecutive JPEG images 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 D60, 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 database of over 30,000 actual photographic scenes to calculate precise exposures, thereby obtaining optimum results, even in challenging lighting conditions. In addition, Center-weighted and Spot metering are also available to meet specialized applications.
- Broad ISO Sensitivity Range
- The ISO sensitivity of the Nikon D60 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 (equivalent to ISO 3200), 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 to obtain the look unique to 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 to make creative photography as simple as rotating the mode dial.
- Image Optimization Options
- The D60's Image Optimization settings let photographers adjust color, contrast and sharpening, as well as other image settings, according to the type of scene or output desired. Settings include: Normal, Softer, Vivid, More Vivid, Portrait, Custom and Black and White, each of which are automatically adjusted based on sophisticated Nikon algorithms or user-selected settings for optimum results.
- Built-in Speedlight with i-TTL Automatic Flash Control
- 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 is always at the ready and brings beautiful exposures in darkened conditions, as well as adding sparkle for fill flash in outdoor situations for enhanced twilight shots or an added impact to daylight images. In low-light or back-light situations, added illumination from the built-in Speedlight can make the difference between an average snapshot and a dazzling picture. To extend your flash shooting range and creativity, just add an optional Nikon Speedlight such as the Nikon SB-400.
- Stop-Motion Video
- The Nikon D60 has a stop-motion animation feature that allows users to easily create an animated video from a sequence of images. Simply select the first and last frames from a sequence of shots; and you can easily re-edit before saving it as a movie by changing the starting image or removing specific images. There are also several size and frame rates to choose from.
- 2.5" Color LCD Monitor
- The 2.5-inch Color LCD monitor has a resolution of about 230,000 pixels and is easy to view from any angle with a 170° wide-angle viewing capability. The large display means that playback images are easy to see and function menus are easier to use with larger type fonts - plus the display enables image preview at up to 19 times magnification. Furthermore, the Orientation Sensor and auto rotating LCD display feature provides automatic horizontal and vertical graphic display orientation.
- Advanced HELP Menu System
- The built-in Help Menu system of the D60 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 NEF (RAW) Processing
- Nikon's NEF (RAW) format lets you enjoy an incredible amount of creative freedom and control over camera settings - even after the actual shot is taken. If time is tight or you are unsure of which setting to use, it's even possible to shoot first with NEF (RAW) and make adjustments later (change the image quality, image size, white balance or even exposure compensation) - right in the camera, and without a computer.
- In-Camera Image Editing
- Highly versatile in-camera editing features through the Retouch Menu include Nikon D-Lighting, Red-Eye Correction, Image Trim, Image Overlay, Monochrome (Black & White, Sepia and Cyanotype) along with Skylight, Warm Tone, Color Balance filter effects, Quick Retouch, NEF (RAW) Processing, Cross Star and Color Intensifier filters. 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 500 shots in single-frame shooting mode (based on 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).
- Photo Printing Made Simple with Direct Printing
- The Nikon D60 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.
- 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.
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| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens SLR Digital Camera |
| Image Quality | |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor | 23.6 x 15.8mm 10.75 Megapixel RGB CCD with Image Sensor Cleaning System |
| 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) |
| Recorded Resolution |
Large (3872 x 2592) Medium (2896 x 1944) Small (1936 x 1296) |
| Video Recording | No (can be used to creates a stop-motion animation) |
| 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 39' @ ISO 100 |
| 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 | 0.19 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 | Yes (also permits text imprinting up to 36 characters) |
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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-5a AC Adapter with EP-5 AC Adapter Connector (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 and Automatic Defeat via Eye Sensor |
| Information Display | Shooting info is 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), Stop-motion Movie creation |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 3.7 x 5.0 x 2.5" (94 x 126 x 64 mm) without lens |
| Weight | 17 oz. (495 g) without battery & lens |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
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100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Simple controls (78)
- Large clear LCD (60)
- Strong construction (48)
- Short lag time (40)
- Easy to use (36)
Cons
- LCD fragile/scratches (9)
- Slow focus (3)
Best Uses
- Fun (72)
- Travel (62)
- Art (39)
- Portraits (24)
- Photojournalism (21)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual photographer (22), Photo enthusiast (21), Enthusiast (19), Casual user (8), Beginner (7)
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Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- SLR
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Fun
- Landscape
- Photojournalism
- Portraits
- Travel
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
I use my Nikon D60 for personal use - family photos, travel photos, and such. I also use it for photojournalism at work. It is a reasonably priced, good quality camera that takes great photos.
I love the fact that it is an SLR and that it has a relatively fast shuuter speed.
Pros
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
This is an amazing camera. You have got to try more possibilities than the usual to appreciate it. I was used to a Canon SLR and found the Nikon D60 as friendly as my non-digital SLR but with immediate digital results. The set of VR lenses it comes with are easily interchangeable. Auto-focus is great even in darkness. The battery holds a lot more than I have expected. It was great with fast sports, shooting my son Judo drills in action, with the 55-200 lens that I could only dream about with my old Coolpix camera. Even the ViewNX and Nikon Transfer software that comes with it, are great improvement on the Nikon View 6, I had before.
Con: None that I can think off.
Pros
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Fun
- Landscape
- Portraits
- Sports
- Travel
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
I really like this camera. It is the first DSLR that I've owned, but have several other Nikon "prosumer" cameras. I must have researched DSLR's for months before I made my final decision to buy the Nikon D60. It was in the price range that I wanted to pay with more features than many of the other brands at higher prices. The menu is fairly intuitive and it didn't take but a few minutes of playing with it before being able to start taking pictures. It feels very durable to me, and not too heavy. I can't say anything negative about this camera as of yet.
Pros
- Awesome Sports shots
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
- No LCD prior viewing
Best Uses
- Art
- Fast Moving Kids
- Fun
- Landscape
- Portraits
- Sports
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
I am so happy I purchased the Nikon D60. I have 2 lenses and they both are VR (vibration reduction). I don't even need a tripod with the VR. The lenses that I purchased with the camera kit are autofocus and manual. I had a hard time adjusting to the 55-200 lense with the autofocus but switched to manual setting on the lense and got the photo I wanted. I am extreemly impressed with the sports mode. I have some awesome shots of my little boys playing football. It's like having fast speed film at the turn of your finger. My football shots of my boys running are so clear. I am so happy I purchased the Nikon D60.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape
- Travel
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
After being a point and shooter for about 6 years, I was glad to make the SLR plunge again, I had reservations going with the lower end D60 as my current film cameras included a F3hp, and two M Leica's, but reservations aside this is very nicely done plastic. I didn't want anything larger or heavier. I also have an older Canon G7 which is very good but picture quality isn't there IMO. I adapted an Eagle Creek Vagabond with a Domke FA-220 insert which holds the lens and camera with other lens(lens down) Very light and the bag still has lots of room left. [...]Couldn't be happier.
Pros
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- LIghtweight
Cons
- Exposed LCD
- Lockups when shooting RAW
- Need sync cord for flash
Best Uses
- Art
- Class Assignments
- Fun
- Photojournalism
- Portraits
- Sports
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
I'm an advanced Photography Major and just bought my D60 two months ago and I'm loving digital already.
first the two cons I have, to use a flash unit off the camera like with the sb600 you need a sync cord you cannot use it wirelessly, but then for most of us were not doing that anyway as a student I experiment a lot with diffrent settings, I also shoot mostly manually and on RAW-Basic here is the other con when shooting RAW in multiple shot mode at 3FPS the camera will lock up until the buffer transfers to the SD, but for a lighwieght camera I can handle that if I'm shooting multiple shots I switch to Jpeg normal or Jpeg fine and I can shoot to my hearts content
I ride a motorcycle and carry all my gear in a backpack so its small size and weight are a plus for me as for the 10mp since I do work for magazines and papers 10mp is more than I need. I have taken close to 3000 images so far, maybe more I don't really keep count but I did take close to 700 images during a recent motorcycle race filling up three 2gb sd cards. three things to have
-backpack/sling bag the standard bag is too small
- circular polarizer filter great for water shots
-Armor case for the body and it comes with a protector for the LCD only 40 bucks but well worth it and gives a solid feel to the camera.
all in all a good camera set for the money
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Fun
- Portraits
- Sports
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
I am very impressed with this camera, it is great for a beginner like myself. The VR lenses are very helpful for shooting handheld. While I have a lot to learn, it has been very easy getting started. So far I have mostly photographed my children and their activities. Captures motion very well and the image quality is amazing. I am looking forward to growing into the full potential of this camera. THANK YOU NIKON AND B&H!!!
Pros
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
Cons
- Exposed LCD
Best Uses
- Art
- Fun
- Photojournalism
- Travel
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
Very Handy and usefull camera.
Awesome quality, especialy the VR lens.
Simple Menu operating and precise and reliable file storage.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Fun
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
I use this camera to photograph family events and school activities. I am never disappointed by the quality of the photographs that I take. This camera takes awesome pictures with no flash in a school auditorium - they come out wonderfully, just as if you were on stage, too. I would recommend this camera & lens kit to anyone. It's easy to use and budget friendly. A++++++++!!!
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Art
- Fun
- Landscape
- Portraits
- Sports
- Travel
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
This is my first digital SLR.It seems to be the best choice for my entry level needs. Very impressed with performance. I purchased D-60 with the 18-55mm lens, the 55-200mm lens and the 70-300mm lens.Very happy with all so far. I shoot photos of a little of everything and alot of outdoor landscapes, wildlife and shots in my Taxidermy Studio.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Comfortable to handle
- Easy to review pictures
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great for any skill level
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
- Use of accessories
- Versitility
- Well made
Cons
- Its not a pocket camera
Best Uses
- Art
- For the Hobbiest
- Fun
- Landscape
- Photojournalism
- Portraits
- Sports
- Travel
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
-The details that you get from the Nikon D60 SLR are awsome
-The speed at which you can capture moments in time
-Ease of handling & comfort-(I am a begginer)
-The multipul shot per secound
-The versitility
-The amount of photos that could be taken
-The ease of reviewing, quick editing, deleting right in your hands
-The instructions, along with the how to videos are so helpful
I have had other types of cameras but The Nikon D60 SLR is becoming an adventure for me. I bring it almost every where I go in hopes of getting that perfect shot. I have always had a camera to take picture but I this the Nikon D60 SLR will become my new hobby! I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS CAMERA TO ANYONE AT ANY LEVEL. I would also get a SLING type camera bag for this camera so you can grab you camera in a split secound.
Pros
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
Cons
Best Uses
- Portraits
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
I bought this camera to photograph my nephew. It works great and I was able to take some really great pictures[...]
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Art
- Fun
- Portraits
- Sports
- Travel
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
I got this camera to take pictures of my children. It works great at their sporting events. I still have a lot to learn and I'm having a great time learning. If you are looking for a SLR try this one and you will love it!!!!
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Heavy
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Landscape
- Portraits
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
I bought it for this year's vacation. It made a lot of great pictures which are totally different from the regular point and shoot camera. The flash that come with the camera also let you have good photos at night scene. But you must have the tripod if you want a good photo especially with flash.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
Cons
- Exposed LCD
- Poor In Low Light
Best Uses
- Fun
- Landscape
- Travel
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
I bought this camera package for my wife. She likes it so far - still learning. Lens construction a little cheap - but for the price picture quality very good. I have a D80 and I like screen / custom features access on the back of the D60 big improvement over D80 faster and easier to access custom controls.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Smart manually
Cons
Best Uses
- Art
- Fun
- Photojournalism
- Portraits
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
This is a fantastic camera and lens combination. I mastered it quickly and taken some professional quality photos both indoors & outdoors. The operation of the camera, lenses & menus are intuitive and easily learned. The Vibration Reduction feature permitted great, sharp photos in low light at a concert and also of some bald birds flying at a good distance from the camera. The 10 megapixel size permitted zooming & cropping and still getting great quality pictures. It feels comfortable in our hands - better than any other DSLR's we tried
Pros
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Art
- Fun
- Landscape
- Photojournalism
- Portraits
- Sports
- Travel
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
College photo: Great camera overall, easy quick access to get to functions needed for quick photography needs. Comfortable for hands & decent light weight when shooting hours a day. Definitely need to step up in higher quality lens. Save in raw images is best. Traveled with it a couples times, my bag for it is heavy with all the lenses and other equipment, so it wasn't too fun lugging it around so switched over to backback camera bag made things easier. Had the camera for about 8 months and taken over 2000 pics and still works and looks like new! I switched from Canon just cause they seem to only last at most 2 yrs before problems begin to occur...my fingers are crossed Nikon lasts a lot longer. If not, and due to expense, I may just stick with 35mm cameras where you get about a lifetime of use out of before problems occur in pro cameras.
Pros
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
Cons
- Lag Time
Best Uses
- Fun
- Portraits
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
I love this camera. I'm still new to this format, but the pictures I've taken so far have been outstanding for the most part. I wish I could have purchased a single lens with capabilities up to 300mm so I didn't have to switch lenses depending on my subject. Money was too big of a factor for that. There is a noticable lag between depressing the photo button and the actual shot you get.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Great Image Quality
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Poor In Low Light
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
Its a great camera and takes good pictures. Image stabilization is not as good as some point and shoots. The kit lenses that come with this camera are 52mm diameter opening! They should both have been 62 or bigger. Lets in more light! They are made in Thialand. One part was made in china! Bit everything is now days. bit seems to be nice. The ring around the front of the lens is some cheap soft metal. You can dent it with your fingernail! Its very [*] quality. Be careful. And don't let any clumsy heavy handed careless younger or older person handle the lense cap if its on the lens. My friend practicaly ripped the lens cap off and lightly scared the previously mentioned metal ring around the front of the lens glass.! For the money I am ticked! If I spent 600 to 700 dollars then I would appreciate some extra grams of weight for a few pennies of some mid grade painted steel or other hard to bend material! I wish for the money that they would package a 18-105 lens with a 62mm diameter. The lenses are not suited for low light condition at all. But takes great pictures! The body is nice and controls are pretty easy to figure out with a little help from a friend with a little experience and reading the instruction book. Maybe a 18-270 Tamron or 18-300 Nikon lens with af and image stabilization would be all anyone would need if your not a professional.
Pros
- Bright LCD
- Comfortable Controls
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Great Image Quality
- Image Stabilization
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Art
- Fun
- Landscape
- Portraits
- Travel
Comments about Nikon D60 SLR Digital Camera Kit with 18-55mm VR Lens & 55-200mm VR Lens:
I am so slow and low tech that this is going to take a while, but even I easily figured out the quick start instructions. ( I should mention that I am a notorious instruction manual non-reader) That has given me enough self confidence that I'm ready for the real user manual and the DVD's. Both are easy to follow and can be reviewed while holding the camera. I have a lot to learn, but with help from my husband and the instructions am looking forward to many fabulous shots.
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Batteries & Power
Always keep a spare battery handy so you won't get caught without power.
- Price: $35.95
Filters
Protect your lens or produce a desired visual effect.
- Price: $54.95
Flash & Accessories
Get a flash to add light to your picture.
Bags & Cases
Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or case.
- Price: $32.97
Remote Control
Take pictures remotely and minimize vibration.
Screen Protectors
Protect your LCD screen from scratches and finger prints.
- Reg. Price: $24.95
- Discount: -$5.00
- Discount price: $19.95
- Limited supply at this price
Care & Cleaning
Ensure trouble-free performance through proper camera maintenance.
- Price: $21.95
Card Readers
Download your pictures faster and save battery life.
- Price: $8.99
Viewfinder Accessories
Adapt your camera for viewing through different angles.
- Price: $5.75
Software
Give your image the finishing touch with editing software.
- Price: $145.95
What's in the Box
- 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR AF-S DX Nikkor Lens
- AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED Lens
- Front & Rear Lens Caps (for both lenses)
- HB-37 Lens Hood (for 55-200mm lens)
- CL-0918 Soft Lens Case (for 55-200mm lens)
- EN-EL9 Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
- MH-23 Quick Charger
- UC-E4 USB Cable
- DK-6 Rubber Eyecup
- AN-DC1 Camera Strap
- BF-1A Body Cap
- DK-5 Eyepiece Cap
- BS-1Accessory Shoe Cap
- PictureProject Software CD-ROM
- User Guide
- 1-Year Nikon U.S.A. Limited Warranty
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