Nikon D60 Review
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March 25th, 2008
Summary
Are you looking for a real digital SLR that’s easy to use? Do you want mobility without sacrificing capability? Would you like simple operation and enough features to step forward creatively? If so, then get to know the Nikon D60. Now you can experience the best of both worlds: enjoy one-button simplicity with Auto, or try many exciting levels of creative control. There is room for everyone to explore the thrill and magic of photography. Have fun, and don’t worry -- it’s a Nikon.
Built on 90 years of optical expertise and decades of award-winning camera designs, the Nikon family of cameras covers every type of picture-taker -- from seasoned professionals to travelers on vacation. The D60 is the latest example of Nikon innovation, transforming complex technology into a fun, powerful and easy-to-use camera. Nikon delivers the cutting-edge technologies you would expect from a digital SLR -- fast response, creative versatility, and breathtaking image quality -- while eliminating complications and frustrations so that taking pictures is enjoyable and stress-free. With 10.2 megapixels, the D60’s image sensor delivers high-resolution pictures with rich, faithful color and detail that are ready for stunning enlargements. It also gives you the freedom to crop pictures exactly as you want them. And with Nikon’s 3D Color Matrix Metering II, you can expect beautifully exposed pictures under almost any lighting condition, with Nikon’s original digital image processing concept, EXPEED, comprehensively optimizing your pictures, shot after shot.
Specs
Description: D60 SLR Digital Camera Body Only
Manufacturer: Nikon
Lowest Price: $605.99
User Reviews: Not Rated
Rebates: (None)
Quick Glance
Weight: 17
Camera / Lens Type: Interchangeable
Memory Type: SD Memory Card,
SDHC Memory Card
LCD Screen Size: 2.5 in
MegaPixels: 10.75
Image Processor
Focal Length Conversion Factor (SLR): 1.5
Number of Image Sensor Pixels: 10750000
Image Sensor Quantity: 1
Image Sensor: CCD
Image Quality
Number of Resolution Modes: 3
Max Vertical Image Resolution: 2592 pixels
Max Horizontal Image Resolution: 3872 pixels
Image Format: JPEG,
NEF,
RAW
Lens Features
Focus Features: Auto Focus,
Focus Lock,
Manual Focus,
Multiple Point Focusing,
Predictive Focusing
Lens Mount: Interchangeable
Exposure Controls
ISO Equivalencies: 100,
1600,
200,
400,
800
White Balance: Auto,
Manual,
Preset Modes,
TTL Auto
Metering Characteristics: Center-weighted,
Multi-Segment,
Spot,
TTL
Number of Scene Modes: 6
Exposure Compensation Range (±): 5 EV
Bulb Setting: Yes
Exposure Settings: Aperture Priority,
Auto Exposure,
Manual Exposure,
Multiple Program Modes,
Shutter Priority
Shutter Performance
Shutter Lag: 0.01 second(s)
Maximum Shutter Speed: 4000 1/x sec.
Minimum Shutter Speed: 30 sec.
Continuous Shooting Speed: 3 frames/s (fps)
Storage
Memory Type: SD Memory Card,
SDHC Memory Card
Other Features
Power Source: DC Input,
Lithium Ion Battery
General Features: Pictbridge Support,
Self Timer
Interface Type: Remote Terminal,
USB - Universal Serial Bus,
Video - Out (Unspecified)
Flash Characteristics: Accessory Shoe,
Built-in Auto Flash,
Flash Cancel (Off),
Red-Eye Reduction,
TTL Auto Flash
Camera Body Only: Yes
Included Components: Cables - USB,
Carrying Strap,
External Battery Charger,
Interchangable Lens(es)
LCD Screen Size: 2.5 in
Dimensions
Weight: 17 oz
Depth: 2.5 in
Width: 5 in
Height: 3.7 in
Reference
URL: Manufacturer Link
Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited Warranty