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If youve ever wondered why your vacation pictures dont look as good as those magnificent landscapes and flattering portraits seen in countless glossy magazines, chances are you just havent found the right camera
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If youve ever wondered why your vacation pictures dont look as good as those magnificent landscapes and flattering portraits seen in countless glossy magazines, chances are you just havent found the right camera.
Nikon introduces the new D40 digital SLR camera thats designed to offer you the ability to get higher quality, impressive looking pictures with the press of a button. In a world where digital SLR cameras have become extremely popular among professional photographers, have you have shied away in favor of a compact digital camera? For you, Nikons D40 is an ultra-compact, lightweight, 6.1-effective megapixel digital SLR camera with simplified new features, exceptional handling speed, and a redesigned, visually-intuitive menu system that brings digital SLR cameras to a whole new level of simplicity.
Features:
Less Complication, More Celebration
Isnt it time you switched from simple snapshots to great pictures? If so, then get to know the fun, easy-to-use Nikon D40. Now you can capture spectacular pictures using the type of digital and optical technologies that professionals use, but without the complications and calculations that SLR photography once required. Let Nikons cutting-edge technology do all the work for you. Just look through the viewfinder and press a button for wonderful pictures youll be proud of. Its never been easier to capture the moments of your life so beautifully, and that is certainly worth celebrating.
Less Science Fiction, More Magic
Its never been easier to take amazing pictures. Great pictures have never been easier Great pictures used to require complicated and cumbersome equipment along with years of experience. Not any more. The D40 is compact, lightweight and designed specifically for ease of use, yet contains all the top quality, high-performance technologies that you expect from a Nikon digital SLR. And with world-famous Nikkor lenses, you know you have the sharpest and most reliable optical performance available. All in a camera light enough to carry with you everywhere. Beautiful photography has never been easier.
Less Waiting, More Wonder
Speed and accuracy to act on the moment
A fraction of a second can last forever Some of lifes most powerful moments are also the shortest: your daughter after her first ballet lesson; your son as he scores the winning goal; your dog catching that first Frisbee. Did you capture the decisive moment? Missing it can be frustrating, but with the D40 those days are over. Just turn it on for a near-instant response (0.18 seconds) and a fast, razor-sharp autofocus. Shoot and voila! Your special moments are saved perfectly.
Less Night, More Light
Let Nikon flash technology illuminate your images
Simply brilliant: Nikon flash technology Light is essential to great pictures. Thats why the D40 comes with Nikons unmatched flash technology. Forget about washed-out, unnatural color. The D40 provides the right light ? even in low-light or backlit situations. Just use Auto mode and Nikon will do the calculations for you. The result: subtle, superb images. For more sophisticated flash photography, try Nikons external Speedlights. When combined with the D40, the advanced Creative Lighting System turns the darkest situations into dazzling photo opportunities.
Extraordinary Nikon Image Quality - The D40s high-resolution image quality is made possible by Nikons high-performance 6.1 megapixel Nikon DX format CCD imaging sensor and exclusive Nikon image processing engine which assures stunning sharpness and color.
Easy Operation with Intuitive Controls - Intuitive controls make the D40 point-and-shoot simple, enabling even first-time SLR users to capture beautiful memories perfectly.
Nikons Smallest Digital SLR Ever! - At just over 16 ounces, the beautifully styled and compact D40 makes high-performance digital SLR photography easier and more convenient than ever.
Fast Startup with Instant Shutter Response - Fast startup combined with super-fast shutter response and rapid-action shooting at up to 2.5 frames per second makes it easy to freeze special moments instantly.
Shoot at up to 2.5 frames per second - The D40 can fire continuously at a speed of up to 2.5 frames per second, capturing high-quality action sequences of children in sporting activities such as soccer, baseball and much more.
2.5-inch color LCD monitor with 3 colorful display options - Playback images are easy to see, and function menus are easier to use with a larger and brighter color LCD monitor. The large 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 all-new display options: Classic, Graphic and Wallpaper.
High-performance 6.1megapixel Nikon DX format CCD imaging sensor - Nikons DX format CCD image sensor delivers vivid color and sharp detail, great for making beautifully detailed enlargements of 16 x 20 inches and beyond. High resolution also provides room for creative cropping.
In-Camera Image Editing - Highly versatile in-camera editing features include 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.
New advanced HELP menu system with Assist Images - The D40s newly introduced assist images help you select the appropriate settings for many camera features by showing an example image typical of that setting as well as an advanced HELP Menu for the current item selected. The D40s Question Mark icon (?) indicates that help is available for the currently selected item; just press the help button beside the LCD monitor to see a context sensitive help page.
Fast, accurate 3-Area Autofocus - The D40s advanced 3-area AF system and the refined algorithms inherited from more advanced Nikon digital SLR cameras deliver fast, efficient and precise autofocus. AF refinements deliver greater precision with fast, more consistent subject acquisition and improved focus tracking for consistently sharper pictures.
Image Optimization Options - The D40s Image Optimize setting lets 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 - Nikons 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.
Bright, accurate SLR viewfinder - A large viewfinder makes composition easier, and overall viewfinder brightness makes focusing in low-light photography possible. Its bright and sharp viewfinder, with 0.8x magnification, ensures precise composition.
Automatic exposure with 8 Digital-Vari Program Modes - Eight Digital Vari-Program Modes include: Auto Flash-OFF, Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close Up or Night Portrait, each of which adjusts automatically for optimal results under varied conditions.
Nikon 3D Color Matrix Metering II - The D40s 3D Color Matrix Metering II evaluates each scene for brightness, color, contrast, size and position of shadows and highlights, selected focus area and camera-to-subject distance, comparing that information against an on board database of more than 30,000 actual photographic scenes
Specifications:
- Type of Camera: Single-lens reflex digital camera
- Effective Pixels: 6.1 million
- Image Sensor: RGB CCD, 23.7 x 15.6 mm; total pixels: 6.24 million, Nikon DX format
- Image Size (pixels): 3,008 x 2,000 [L], 2,256 x 1,496 [M], 1,504 x 1,000 [S]
- ISO Sensitivity: 200 to 1600 in steps of 1 EV with additional setting one step over 1600
- Storage Media: SD memory card, SDHC compliant
- Storage System: Compressed NEF (RAW): 12-bit compression; JPEG: JPEG baseline compliant
- File System: Exif 2.21, Compliant DCF 2.0 and DPOF
- White Balance: Auto (TTL white balance with 420-pixel RGB sensor); six manual modes with fine tuning and preset white balance
- LCD Monitor: 2.5-inch, 230,000-dot, low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with brightness adjustment
- Playback Function: 1 frame; thumbnail (4 or 9 segments); magnifying playback; slide show; histogram indication; highlight point display; auto image rotation
- Delete Function: Card format, all frames delete, selected frames delete
- Video Output: NTSC or PAL
- Text Input: Up to 36 characters of alphanumeric text input available with LCD monitor and multi selector; stored in Exif header
- Compatible Lenses
* Nikon F mount with AF coupling and AF contacts Type G or D AF Nikkor: (* Excluding lenses for F3AFv)
1) AF-S, AF-I: All functions supported;
2) Other Type G or D AF Nikkor: All functions supported except autofocus;
3) PC Micro-Nikkor 85mm f/2.8D: Can only be used in mode M; all other functions supported except autofocus;
4) Other AF Nikkor* 1/AI-P Nikkor: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D Color Matrix Metering II;
5) Non-CPU: Can be used in mode M, but exposure meter does not function; electronic range finder can be used if maximum aperture is f/5.6 or faster;
6) IX Nikkor lenses cannot be used
- Picture Angle: Equivalent in 35mm [135] format is approx. 1.5 times lens focal length
- Viewfinder: Fixed-eye level penta-Dach mirror type; built-in diopter adjustment (-1.7 to +0.5m-1)
- Eyepoint: 18mm (-1.0 m-1)
- Focusing Screen: Type B BriteView Clear Matte screen Mark V with superimposed focus brackets
- Viewfinder Frame Coverage: Approximately 95% (vertical/horizontal)
- Viewfinder Magnification : Approx. 0.8x with 50mm lens at infinity; -1.0 m-1
- Viewfinder Information: 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
- Autofocus: TTL phase detection by Nikon Multi-CAM530 autofocus module with AF-assist (range approximately 0.5-3.0m/1ft. 8in.-9ft. 10in.); Detection range: -1 to +19 EV (ISO 100 at 20 degrees C/68 degrees F)
- Lens Servo: 1) Autofocus (AF): 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, 2) Manual focus (M)
- Focus Area: Can be selected from 3 focus areas
- AF Area Modes: 1) Single Area AF; 2) Dynamic Area AF; 3) Dynamic Area AF with Closest Subject Priority
- Focus Lock: Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L button
- Exposure Metering System: TTL full-aperture exposure metering system: 1) 3D Color Matrix Metering II (type G and D lenses); Color Matrix Metering II (other CPU lenses); metering performed by 420-segment RGB sensor; 2) Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 8mm circle in center of frame; 3) Spot: Meters 3.5mm circle (about 2.5% of frame) centered on active focus area
- Exposure Metering Range: 1) 0 to 20 EV (3D Color Matrix or center-weighted metering); 2) 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 increments of 1/3 EV
- Exposure Lock: Exposure locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
- Shooting Modes:
1) Single frame shooting mode;
2) Continuous shooting mode: approx. 2.5 frames per second*;
3) Self-timer mode;
4) Delayed remote mode: 2 s. delay;
5) Quick-response remote mode *Approx. 1.7 frames per second with Noise reduction turned on and approx. 1 frame per second with ISO HI1
- Shutter: Combined mechanical and CCD electronic shutter, 30 to 1/4000 sec. in steps of 1/3, bulb
- Sync Contact: X-contact only; flash synchronization at up to 1/500 sec.
- Flash Control:
1) TTL: TTL flash control by 420-segment RGB sensor. i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR and standard i-TTL fill-flash for digital SLR available when CPU lens is used with built-in flash, SB-800, SB-600, and T041;
2) Auto aperture: Available with SB-800 with CPU lens;
3) Non-TTL Auto: Available with Speedlights such as SB-800, 80DX, 28DX, 28, 27, and 22s;
4) Range-priority manual available with SB-800
- Flash Sync Modes: Auto, Portrait, Child and Close Up modes:
1) Auto, auto with red-eye reduction; fill-flash and red-eye reduction available with optional Speedlight;
2) Night portrait mode: Auto, auto slow sync, auto slow sync with red-eye reduction; slow sync and slow sync with red-eye reduction available with optional Speedlight;
3) Landscape, Sport mode: Fill-flash and red-eye reduction available with optional Speedlight;
4) P, A: Fill flash, rear-curtain with slow sync, slow sync, slow sync with red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction;
5) S, M: Fill flash, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction
- Built-in Flash: Auto flash with auto pop-up.
Modes: P/S/A/M: Manual pop-up with button release
- Built-in Flash Guide number: (ISO 200/ISO 100, ft.): approx. 55/39 (manual full 59/42)
- Flash Compensation: -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 EV
- Accessory Shoe: Standard ISO hot-shoe contact with sync, signal and ground contacts and safety lock
- Self-timer: Electronically controlled timer with duration of 2, 5, 10 or 20 seconds
- Remote Control: Via optional ML-L3 Wireless Remote Control
- Power Source: One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9
- Charging voltage (MH-23 quick charger): 7.4V DC, EH-5 AC Adapter (available separately; requires optional EP-5 AC Adapter Connector)
- Tripod Socket: 1/4 in. (ISO1222)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): Approximately 5.0 x 2.5 x 3.7 inches
- Weight: Approximately 1lb. 1oz. without battery, memory card or body cap
Fotoconnection USA vs. Grey Market
Please note that this camera is in English language, with all of the accessories as the USA equivalent model, except for the warranty card, the manual, and cannot receive manufacturer rebates. Although Import Models are not covered by the manufacturer's warranty, all Import Models purchased from us come with a 1 Year Limited Warranty from USA Warranty Corp., which will cover you for the same amount of time as the most manufacturers, in other words, 1 year parts and 90 days labor. Like all manufacturer warranties, you will need to ship the item to the service center for repair. Warranty must be registered within 30 days of receiving the product.
Parts: For a Period of One Year from the original date of purchase of product, USA Warranty will Supply replacement parts in exchange for parts determined to be defective.
Labor: For a Period of Ninety Days from the original date of purchase of product, USA Warranty will, at its option, repair or replace this Product, should it be deemed defective. If USA Warranty elects to replace the product after this Labor Warranty has expired but while the Parts Warranty below is still in effect, it will do so for the applicable labor charge.
| How your warranty compares to the standard manufacturer warranty? |
| Coverage Type |
Manufacturer's Warranty* |
1 Year USA Warranty |
CPS Extended Coverage |
CPS Accidental Coverage |
| Coverage Length |
1 Year Parts, 90 Days Labor |
1 Year Parts, 90 Days Labor |
Up to 5 Years including parts and labor |
Up to 5 Years including parts and labor |
| Wear and Tear(Normal Use) |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Product Replacement |
No |
Yes** |
Yes** |
Yes** |
| Power Surges |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Accidental Damage |
No |
No |
No |
Yes |
| Screen or Lens Replacement |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Worldwide |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Transferrable |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Sand/Water Damage |
No |
No |
No |
Yes |
| 24/7 Toll Free Help |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| No Lemon Policy |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Authorized Service Centers in Most Locations |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| * For Most Manufacturers ** If product cannot be fixed |
What does this mean for me?
The terms "grey market" and "parallel import" have the same meaning.
Some of the cameras and camcorders listed on the site are parallel imports. All Televisions, Appliances and all other items listed on this website comes with a USA Factory Warranty. Most of the products that we sell come with a warranty from the manufacturer or from the manufacturer's licensed importer. However, some of the products we sell have been obtained from sources other than the manufacturer or its licensed importer. These are called "grey market" products.
"Grey market" is not illegal, nor factory refurbished, nor open box merchandise, nor cheaper or inferior to their USA counterparts. In fact, the only differences are that "grey market" products do not come with a manufacturer warranty, may come with a copy of a user manual and cannot receive manufacturer rebates. "Grey market" and USA products are manufactured in the same factories from the same components, to the same specs, by the same workers in the same manufacturer plants. In terms of the item itself (excepting PAL, which is made to work outside of the US) there is no difference at all.
What are the differences as far as a customer is concerned?
There is no real need for concern when discussing "Grey Market" or imported product. The camera comes in English language with the same menu options and all of the same accessories from the manufacturer. The main difference is the item’s warranty coverage, but we will supply the customer with a 3rd Party warranty that will cover the same terms as the manufacturer in the USA. "Grey Market" items cost less than their USA counterparts, and that is why we are able to give a considerable discount on those such items. "Grey market" products do not qualify for manufacturer's rebates.
Why offer "Parallel Import"?
Parallel Import, or grey market items often cost less than comparable USA models. Due to the weak conversion rate of the US Dollar, some items cost much less to purchase outside of the United States. There are also items we sell that are not otherwise available in the USA through normal distribution channels.
PAL (Phase Alternate Line) Video Equipment
Video equipment sold in the US, Canada, Mexico and Japan is designed to record and playback video images at 525 lines-per-frame @ 60 frames-per-second. This is commonly known as an NTSC format (National Television Standards Committee).
We also sell video equipment that is set to record and playback video using the European broadcast standard (PAL) of 625 lines-per-frame @ 50 frames-per-second.
PAL and NTSC are not interchangeable recording formats. If you are planning on using your video equipment in the United States, you must purchase an NTSC model.
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When purchasing a digital camera, you must decide on the type of camera that is suitable for how you are using it, the life of the battery, how much memory is required, which type of lenses are needed, and etc. This guide will assist you in buying a digital camera and the necessary accessories.
Types of Cameras:
There are many different types of cameras. Depending on how often and for what purpose you are using the camera, there is a camera out there for all users.
Starter Cameras:
For users who are looking to start digital photography, but don’t want to spend a lot of money, this is the type of camera for you. A decent point-and-shoot camera should be suitable for 4”x6” photo prints.
Amateur Cameras:
For users that are knowledgeable about digital photography or want a high-quality camera to learn with, this category is best for you. These cameras offer ease of use with very high specification features, but not a large range of controls that you can get from professional cameras. Typically, you can make up to 11”x17” photo prints with these cameras.
Professional Cameras:
These cameras are intended for professionals to use. The lower-end professional cameras have a similar resolution to some high-end amateur cameras. The main difference is that, they have more elaborate setting control, better lenses, and better flash options. Most of the time, you can use lenses from your older SLR (Single Lens Reflex) film cameras. The resolution on these cameras could exceed 21 megapixels (21 million pixels). This type of camera is intended to produce very high quality prints for newspapers, magazines, and books, or for users who like to have control over how their pictures will look.
Power Conservation Tips:
Turn off the LCD:
When you are not using it, turn the LCD off. If you are low on power and want to make some more pictures, turn the LCD off and use the viewfinder instead. Doing so will increase the battery life of the camera, as LCD screens will eat up a lot of power.
Stop the Zoom:
Some cameras automatically release the lens when you turn the camera on. Unfortunately, it drains power significantly. To prevent this from happening you can change the settings to the sleep mode.
Turn off the Flash:
If you think the lighting is adequate for pictures, turn off the flash. Flashes will consume a large amount of energy, which is wasted if not in use.
Plug it in:
Some cameras have power adapter which allows you to plug in your camera to a wall socket. This will allow you to save your battery power when you are using the camera near a power socket.
Accessories to boost your Digital Experience:
Batteries:
Batteries are an important resource to digital cameras because if there is no power left, you can miss a special moment. If your camera uses disposable alkaline batteries, you should get a set of rechargeable batteries, thus saving you a lot of money in the long run, compared to purchasing new disposable batteries each time. For cameras that use Lithium Ion, it is suggested to purchase a backup battery for instances when you will be away from home for a period longer than 2 hours.
Memory Cards:
Memory card are equivalent to film in digital cameras. Each type of camera will use a different type of card, so make sure to check which card is compatible with your camera. Secure Digital (SD) is currently the most popular because it has become relatively cheap. Capacities of up to 16GB are currently available. Remember, you can never have too much memory, so invest in a larger capacity memory card when you purchase your digital camera. Here is a chart to help you make a decision on the memory card size right for yourself.
Tripods/Monopods:
If you have problems taking sharp, clear images, it could be because your hands were shaking. In order to solve the problem, you can get a tripod or monopod. It is important to keep the cameras steady if you want perfect pictures. A tripod is also important when you want to tweak the settings and take long exposure shots.
Card Readers:
Card readers are essential for any serious digital photographer. Instead of transferring photos directly from the camera, you can use a card reader to transfer them from your memory card straight to your computer. Doing so will conserve the camera’s batteries when transferring pictures.
Cases and Bags:
While digital cameras may be pricey, they can still break if dropped, so be sure to you protect your investment with either a case or bag. Cases make it safer and easier to carry. Cases can also protect your camera from sand, dust, dirt, and water. They are available in all types of sizes and styles. You can even purchase an Underwater Housing Case, allowing you to use your digital camera in water. These cases are more expensive and are only designed for some models. The cases usually come with cameras straps to put the camera around your neck or wrist. This provides an extra layer of protection for your camera, by preventing it from falling to the ground.
Lenses and Flash:
The quality of your photos depends on the quality of your lens. Flashes can help improve the brightness of your pictures. On most cameras, the lenses are built onto the camera, so you don’t have any upgradeability of the lens. But, if you own an SLR camera, you can replace the lens with a higher quality one, with better zoom or a different focal length. Flashes assist you when you are taking photos in low light settings. Most digital cameras have an internal flash that works fine for normal use, but you might want more light for the best possible results.
Important Camera Features:
Resolution:
A photograph is measured in the number of pixels in the picture. A pixel is a tiny dot of color. In digital photography, quality of the photo is megapixels. One-megapixel is the same as one million pixels. Nowadays, most cameras have more than 6 Megapixels, which is more than sufficient for a beginner’s camera.
Zoom:
Zoom is an important factor because it helps you get closer to the subject. There are two types of zoom available in digital cameras, digital and optical zoom. Digital zoom is a way of magnifying the picture by processing techniques. Unfortunately, digital zoom lowers the quality of the image a little. Optical zoom is where the magnification is done by using the camera’s lens. It would be ideal to use the Optical zoom over digital zoom because of the quality difference.
