3 Responses to “Nikon D60 10th 2 MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f / 3 5-5. 6G AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens”

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   Frida September 13th, 2009 at 1:32 am

     I have worked with Canon PowerShot point-and-shoot digital cameras for the last 6 years, and because it is so small, compact and unobtrusive, I landed here a lot more photos I've ever done because I had my camera with me. The good thing is that I have made a lot more photos, and most of them are (very good, the camera is a good deal here). But the trouble is that I started to push the boundaries of what a point-and-shoot camera can not be achieved.
     The biggest problems I had with my compact point-and-shoot camera is the delay between shots, and the generally poor performance in low light conditions. For most shots, these problems were not great, but if it were a problem, they were a huge problem, and there's not much you can move it without having to resolve a better camera. I do not think that I am the first person to reach a wall when you compact digital cameras, so there are some excellent opportunities that do not cost a fortune.
     After reading a lot of reviews for digital SLR cameras online, I narrowed it to two possibilities: the Sony A300 or the Nikon D60. I love my compact Canon, but I was not too impressed with the Canon DSLR's that I saw, whether in terms of price or features.
     The Sony is very competitively priced and offers some great features like auto focus and image stabilization in the camera itself, not built in reliance on the lens. The A300 also has live preview on the LCD screen, which the D60 does not have (live preview of what you get on a compact camera: you see what you shoot as you) the image. Finally, the A300 has more focus than the Nikon. I spent a long time in several stores, side-by-side comparison of the two cameras. After many test shots, I finally chose the D60 for the following reasons: it felt lighter and more compact than the Sony, I liked the way the lens felt when I was zooming, its LCD menu system was much more clear and intuitive and its family of Nikkor lenses is unbeatable. With a DSLR, it is really up to which line you want to commit to future purchases lens. I was not sure whether I wanted with Sony, the Nikon is known for quality optics to go.
     I ordered the D60 from Amazon and I'm glad I did, because they correspond to a 30-day price policy. If the price of the camera takes, within 30 days after purchase, all you need to do is email Amazon, and they will, with the difference credit. The price for the D60 went three times after my purchase (it is even lower, but I have my 30 days passed), and Amazon was quick to refund any reduction process. Please note that it is your responsibility to check on the current price. Amazon will not notify you that the price has gone down, and why should they? So, if you do buy them from Amazon, you have to check every few days to see what is the current price.
     As for the camera and lens, I could not be happier. I love how it feels and how easy it is to be used, at least for basic shots. Of course it will not fit in my pocket, like my point-and-shoot did, but it is not nearly as large or heavy as I had expected. The kit lens has VR (Vibration Reduction), which is a good thing to have, and it is balanced well with the compact body of the camera. In other words, the camera is not down under the weight of the lens. Anyone who has tried my new camera has also expressed how compact and ergonomic it feels.
     The camera works well in low light settings, with or without flash (you can flash when you defeat, and I think that in many situations) I get better results that way. The flash is more powerful than what is found on a compact camera, and the cover too.
     So far I have mainly " " auto mode, but I've included a few pictures in macro mode. It is graat be able to take pictures in rapid succession, without the way you wait with a point-and-shoot. Above all, the picture quality is excellent. The difference is noticeable and consistently better than what I am always with my point-and-shoot.
     The LCD menu is intuitive and visually pleasing. That is one reason why I went with the Nikon in the first place, and I was not disappointed. By pressing the right mouse button when you can use the mode dial, a description of what each mode does, which is very helpful to see. It is a bit like an integrated " " help system into the camera, without that you carry around the instructions. Having said that, the manual is really very good. It will not learn everything you know about digital SLR cameras, but it does explain a good job, the camera functions. Nevertheless, I recommend purchasing a comprehensive travel guide to the Nikon D60, specifically (there is one) by David Busch which is currently available, and several others are scheduled to appear in the next few months.
     So, I love this camera, especially at the very reasonable price. However, there are some things you should consider before making a final decision. First, the D60 offers only autofocus with AF-S Nikkor lenses. This means that most Nikon " " prime lenses will require manual focusing. This was not a big deal for me, but it is a limitation. Second, the D60, they put 3 Focus on the lower end for this function. Third, the D60 SD cards, while the Sony uses Compact Flash cards, how many high-end DSLRs. This is not really a plus or minus, since SD cards are generally cheaper than CompactFlash, but some users say that Compact Flash cards can be more permanent in the long run (they) are larger and thicker. Finally, unlike the Sony does, the D60 no live preview. In other words, you do not see the image on the LCD until you have taken.
     With all this I am very happy with my decision and I'm with a lot of fun with my Nikon D60. When you are ready to move from your point-and-shoot to a DSLR, you can not go wrong with the D60.

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   Anonymous September 13th, 2009 at 1:39 am

     D60 is the upgrade for D40x which I previously owned. The differences between them are too small to justify upgrading from D40x. If you own D40 and would like more resolution then D60 may fit the bill. For D40x owners only real advantage is the VR lens, which probably only slightly better than the non-VR one, which comes with D40x (for the zoom range of 18-55mm). Of course I am not forgetting D-Lighting function is a much praised, but I did not see noticeable difference in quality. Using Active D-Lighting, the camera does take a little longer to save pictures. It may take a few seconds before you check the photo on the LCD.
     For people looking for their first DSLR camera, D60 is a good choice. It is very easy to use and delivers excellent images without much technical knowledge. Indeed, the images that I produced with my D60 (and D40x) were better and sharper than anyone else in my photography class (with students, with anything from compact and semi-pro point and shoot cameras, Canon XT and XTi and Olympus E-510). It would not have live view, which I like because I want to use my tripod for many shots. As is its predecessor, it does not have an autofocus motor in the body, so the lens selection is limited, but for a beginner, which should not be a problem. It would have been nice to higher flash sync speed but hey can not we have it all. I have no regrets about buying D60 (I had a lot of unused gift cards from Christmas so that I) do not pay too much out of the bag.
     Here's my advice for you: If you are looking to buy an easy-to-use DSLR that can make excellent photos and then. I would definitely recommend D60 over D40x (unless you're a few hundred dollars or more are saving). If you are on a budget then go with D40, the excellent camera and should now be even cheaper.
     If you buy this camera (or D40), I always recommend 55-200 VR lens that approximately $ 200. Add that the kit lens and throw in an SB-400 or SB-600 flash and you get a device that is hard to have a big impact. D60 is a lot of camera in a small body.
     After the camera for a few months, I still love it. It produces images as good as or better than the new Canon XSi and for much less. With approximately $ 630 for the kit, it is a great deal.

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   Kafele September 13th, 2009 at 4:35 am

     *** Updated 4/9/08 ***
     Here is a quick reminder: it's not the camera, it is the photographer. May help, maybe a nice fast lens would.
     Use Like most things in life is not really important as well " " or how expensive the device, it really is, how well you " " she can. You can have the best club in the world, but still beat Roger Federer, you can with a wooden bat every day.
     This is the case for the D60. It has more than enough features to produce great pictures. If you have time to learn all its functions to throw, you will notice that for a DSLR, a large camera. If you remember, all you really need in a camera, the controls for shutter speed and focus to be covering. ) For me (pure amateur, 95% of the time, I'm shooting in Aperature-priority mode. The only other settings that I may touch from time to time, the ISO and white balance settings. You will probably do the same.
     Plus points:
     – Lightweight and compact
     – Ultrasonic sensor cleaner, matched with a airflow control system (keeps the sensor dust free!)
     – 420-pixel RGB 3D Color Matrix Metering II (comparison against over 30,000 images stored in the database to achieve best exposure, only with Nikon D or G lenses)
     – Very good performance from built-in flash —
     – ISO 3200 available
     – ISO 100 available (this is always a rarity)
     – Active D-Lighting (automatically compensates over or under exposed areas in scenes with high contrast)
     – LCD screen off when eye is close to viewfinder (saves power)
     – Very easy to start, you can take a picture when you turn the camera, even if flash needed
     – SDHC compatible (I use an 8-GB card!)
     Disadvantages:
     – Not so great, which is in poor lighting, sometimes only 3 priorities, focusing on the wrong objects
     – Auto ISO does not always select the right ISO
     – The car every " " mode produces slightly oversaturated pictures
     – Something loud " " of ISO 800 and higher, but noise reduction is available
     – No built-in autofocus motor, AF-S/AF-I Nikon lenses or a third party lenses with built-in motor in focus required when you focus manually, as
     If you are the DSLR that can do many wonderful things, but not looking to spend a whole lot, this is the camera to get. It may not have as many pixels (who really needs more than 10MP?), Yet it has the large 3-inch LCD screen like the D300 or D3, but for a fraction of the price, you can shoot just as well. Point is, instead of spending it $ 1000 more on a D300, you are much better preserved the D60 and the expenditure of $ 1,000 on a nice fast lens.
     The only reason I give this camera 4 stars instead of 5 is because of the focus on average performance. 3 priorities are appropriate, but accelerate with more focus and a faster focus system would be a total focus and not have so much trouble in low lighting conditions.
     And not at all to buy the hoopla about the D60, not fitted with VR (Vibration Reduction). First of all, there are many new lenses coming out with built-in VR. Secondly, I would trade for a 2nd VR 8 lens Anyday!
     So, unless you want to fast motion in low-light shooting, get the D60. It's so worth the money. And remember, it's not about the megapixels or the size of the LCD screen or VR, or whatever it's about you, the photographer!