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Nikon D40x SLR Digital Camera (Camera Body)

BH #RBND40X • MFR #25424B
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Nikon D40x SLR Digital Camera (Camera Body)
Key Features
  • Refurbished Products Have a 90-Day B&H Refurbished Warranty
  • 10.2 Megapixel
  • ISO 1600 Sensitivity
  • 2.5" LCD Monitor
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.

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Nikon D40x Overview

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.

Nikon D40x Specs

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

  • AF-S, AF-I Lenses support all functions
  • Other Type G or D AF Nikkor lenses support all functions except autofocus
  • PC Micro-Nikkor 85mm f/2.8D Can only be used in mode M
  • Other AF Nikkor/AI-P Nikkor lenses support all functions except autofocus and 3D Color Matrix Metering II
  • Non-CPU lenses can be used in mode M, but exposure meter does not function
    • 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 (for sensor cleaning only)
    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)
    Memory & Power
    Built-in Memory
    No
    Compatible Memory Cards
    Secure Digital (SD/SDHC) Card
    File Size
    NEF (RAW) Fine Normal Basic NEF (RAW) + Basic
    Large 9.0MB 4.8MB 2.7MB 1.2MB 10.1MB
    Medium - 2.4MB 1.3MB 0.6MB. -
    Small - 1.2MB 0.7MB 0.3MB -
    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
    • 300 MHz Pentium Processor or better (500 MHz Pentium III for muvee option)
    • Windows 989SE Me, 2000, XP
    • 60MB Hard Drive Space required for installation
    • 64MB RAM or more (128MB or more with RAW images or muvee option)
    • USB port
    • 800 x 600 pixels, 16-bit color Monitor
    • CD-ROM drive required for installation
    • Write-capable drive required for "Burn Disc" function
    • Internet connection required for some options
    • E-mail option requires Internet connection and supported e-mail program

    Macintosh System

    • Macintosh G3, G4 or G5 System
    • Mac OS X (10.1.5 or later; 10.2.8 or later for "Burn Disc" function)
    • 60MB required for installation
    • 64MB or more (128MB or more with RAW images or muvee option)
    • Built-In USB port
    • 800 x 600 pixels, 16-bit color Monitor
    • CD-ROM drive required for installation
    • Write-capable drive required for "Burn Disc" function
    • Internet connection required for some options
    • E-mail option requires Internet connection and supported e-mail program
    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
    3.7 x 5.0 x 2.5" (94 x 126 x 64mm) without lens
    Weight
    17 oz. (471g) without battery & lens
    Packaging Info
    Package Weight
    2.85 lb
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
    8.5 x 7.4 x 5.1"

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