Nikon D80 Customer Reviews

The D80 packs high performance and high resolution into a body that is more compact and slimmer than previous Nikon digital SLR cameras. True to Nikon’s commitment to intuitive operation, the size, layout and operation of all buttons and controls are designed for maximum ease of use.

Nikon D80 Camera Technical Details

* 10.2-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for large, photo-quality prints
* 2.5-inch LCD display; power-up time of approximately 0.2 seconds
* RAW and JPEG capture; burst mode allows for capture of three frames per second for up to 100 pictures
* Image optimization functions and in-camera image retouching
* Includes 18-135mm AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lens

Reviewer:J. Symons “loving the NIKON D80″ (northern VA)

I purchased this for my wife and I in an attempt to capture better pictures of our young 1 year old boy.
The camera is very easy to use and coupled with research on sites such as […] we are learning more and more.
the 18-135 lens has a great range and is very good for our day to day photography. Of course I already have a couple more lens in mind that I would love to get next!
We also purchased an sb-600 flash which makes a huge difference indoors.
This camera kit is great and very useful and I am happy I got this one over the 18-55 kit.

Reviewer:Daron W. Amick “D” (Carlsbad, CA)

I bought this camera around 4 months ago and have used it almost every day since then. I spent about 2 months researching cameras online, in stores, and talking to photographers. After all of my research the D80 fit my needs best, and overall I have been extremely happy with it. As someone who has shot with an SLR before, and spent a good but of time in the dark room doing processing and printing, this camera has been a lot of fun. I had gotten out of photography as a hobby due to the time constraints of working in a dark room, but with Photoshop and a digital SLR you can do pretty much anything you want at home in a fraction of the time.To start with, the ergonomics of this camera are amazing. It feels extremely comfortable in my hands. I would suggest going and handling a few camera to get an idea of what is comfortable before you buy something. All of the controls are very intuitive, making it easy to switch from shooting with a film camera.

The image quality is great. Much of this depends on your lens, but the sensor on this camera does a tremendous job rendering images that you shoot. If you get a kit, start off with the 18-55mm lens kit, it is a great lens at a low cost. Then research lenses and find out what is best going to fit your needs.

As for quality, the camera is built great. It is not weatherproofed, and has a plastic housing, but unless you are a professional photographer this probably won’t matter to you. Just take care of it and it will last you.

So if you are looking to step up to an SLR, this is a great place to start. When you buy this camera, learn how to use it, and you will be very happy with it. If you are looking at something to keep on auto the whole time, stick to a point and shoot because this will not make you a better photographer, although it will make you look like one…

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