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More…Updated 12/23/08: The Nikon D60 aims to hook point-and-shoot photography enthusiasts crossing over to the digital SLR dimension. The next step up from the Nikon D40x, this model adds advanced in-camera editing, including Nikon's D-Lighting technology and an in-camera stop-action-animation mode. Ringing up at $650 (with kit lens, price as of 12/10/08), the D60 is priced similarly to its competition.
Nikon D60
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- Image Processor
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Image Processor
| Number of image sensor pixels | 10.2 megapixels |
| Image sensor | CCD |
| Maximum horizontal image resolution | 3872 |
| Maximum vertical image resolution | 2592 |
| Image sensor quantity | 1 |
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| White balance | 0 |
Included Hardware
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Lens
| Accessory Lens | No |
| Lens Model | AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR |
| Telephoto Aperture Maximum | 5.6 mm |
| Wide-Angle Aperture Maximum | 3.5 mm |
Exposure Controls
| Maximum shutter speed | 4000 |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 |
| Bulb setting | 0 |
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| Exposure settings | 0 |
| Exposure compensation range | 0 |
| Number of scene modes | 8 |
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Pros
Good image quality with extra features
Variety of advanced controls
Cons
Design feels cramped
Some design aspects not intuitive
Bottom Line
This camera produces pleasing pictures, but it offers minimal improvements over the D40x for lots more cashola.
Nikon D60 Digital SLR Camera
D60 Review, by Kathleen Cullen, PC World June 17, 2008
In its ergonomics and design, the D60 retains Nikon's familiar look and feel, though it is somewhat simpler for novices to navigate and its small size makes it easier to tote than its big siblings, the D80 and D300. The D60 boasts 10.2-megapixel resolution, a bright 2.5-inch LCD, and solid body construction. The kit also includes the Nikkor 18mm-to-55mm AF-S lens (f/3.5 to 5.6), which provides a respectable 35mm focal length range of 29mm to 88mm.
I easily navigated the menus and changed settings using the camera's four-way navigation pad, which sits to the right of the LCD screen; a sensor rotates the display to match the orientation (vertical or horizontal) of the camera. But don't discard the manual: Once you get the knack for quickly navigating to your favorite features, this camera offers plenty of custom controls, and you may need to dig into the manual to learn how to master them. Beginners--and even users who are more advanced--may appreciate the help dialogs, accessible through the LCD with the touch of a button. These dialogs tell you what each setting means, often displaying a useful, small thumbnail to illustrate the point.
The Nikon D60 crams many features into its small body, which I found both a boon and a hindrance. For example, my fingers inadvertently obstructed the AF-assist lamp and often bumped the lens barrel. I also discovered that the camera lacks automatic bracketing functions for exposure or white balance, a feature I don't often use but expected to see. The LCD is bright and viewable in most conditions, and the viewfinder is an adequate size. Oddly, the hard-rubber eyecup pressed uncomfortably against my eye socket, unlike with previous Nikon models.
The D60's shooting-mode dial is sturdy and its icons are highly readable, though you have to navigate through the menu system to reach some desirable custom options (and that slowed me down a bit). Selecting standard scene modes using the dial on top of the camera is easy. But when shooting manually, I had to use the menu to select my ISO, and a dual-function button to change the aperture. The shutter speed is easily controlled directly via a scroll wheel--unfortunately, the dual-function button is in close proximity to the scroll wheel, which you need to dial concurrently to change aperture. While shooting night skylines, I found this combination particularly cumbersome.
One notable omission on the D60: This model lacks a live-view mode, for previewing and composing shots using the LCD viewfinder. This omission is surprising, given that many entry-level digital SLRs offer live view now.
Though very similar to the much less expensive D40, the D60 has some interesting new features, including useful dynamic range extension (Active D-Lighting), where the camera automatically compensates exposure in areas of lost detail in shadows and highlights. This function made an appreciable difference in my informal tests under high-contrast lighting, and when I shot indoors under low light its noise reduction was effective.
Another neat feature of the D60 opens the door to stop-motion-movie creation. After you shoot JPEG images and then select the images in the menu, the camera will output those images together in a short AVI clip. In playback mode, you can also view filter presets (such as warm tone, skylight) on your images, as well as before-and-after comparisons.
The D60's other, more-standard settings and modes include burst (at up to 3 frames per second), white balance, exposure compensation, macro, and black-and-white.
Overall I was pleased with the D60's performance. The bundled kit lens produced crisp images without a lot of noise; and when I tried the camera's noise-control and dynamic range features, they were genuinely useful and successfully addressed both noise and blown-out highlights. In the PC World Test Center's evaluation, this model performed competitively, although it ranked in the lower echelons for its exposures.
With the Nikon D60, you get a lot of functionality for your dollar. I would sacrifice a bit of its compact design for better ergonomics and layout, however.
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PCWorld Lab Results
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Performance
| Battery Life (minutes) | 273.5 |
| Image Quality Score | Very Good |
| Image Quality, Color | 55.2 |
| Image Quality, Color--Adjusted | 58 |
| Image Quality, Color--Auto | 52.5 |
| Image Quality, Distortion | 66.4 |
| Image Quality, Distortion--Noise | 72.6 |
| Image Quality, Distortion--Noise Reduction | 64.2 |
| Image Quality, Distortion--Sharp Interpolation | 62.8 |
| Image Quality, Exposure | 49 |
| Image Quality, Exposure--Flash | 71.8 |
| Image Quality, Exposure--Normal | 39.3 |
| Image Quality, Overall | 55 |
| Image Quality, Sharpness | 50 |
| Number of Batteries | 1 |
| Number of Shots | 500 |
User Reviews
Average User Reviews for Nikon D60
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Reviewed by: JustGetItFREE
Duration of ownership: 3 Months
Strengths: Crystal Clear Video, High Zoom Capabilities, Sleek Design, Lightweight, Portable
Weaknesses: It's a bit pricey!
Overall: This is an absolute MUST for everyone looking to get a new Camera! ...BUT, the price is a little to high in my opinion, I never would have got one if I never got mine for FREE!. Luckily a friend recommended this website to me before I went and bought one: **- www.cameras.justgetitfree.com - ** . I checked out the website, completed ONE simple offer and met the requirements to receive one for FREE, it arrived a month later in the post! It was also shown on BBC and CNN news!!
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Reviewed by: persimmons
Strengths: Accurate and high resolution lens are installed.
Weaknesses: A little bit heavy.
Overall: I highly recommend to buy this because of the following. 1.Price is reasonable. 2.High quality images will be enjoyed. 3.No expertise needed.
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Reviewed by: nightraven81
Strengths: Compared to other DSLR's: light weight, compact, quick and easy to use. Takes great photos and the price is hard to beat. The VR lens that this comes with is a must.
Weaknesses: If you are looking at cameras this is the way to go but I would suggest getting an additional lens.
Overall: My friend has the d40x which is what I was going to purchase. When I saw this and read about the upgrades on this camera and saw the price point, I quickly changed to this camera. It has some great features and the fact that it comes with a VR lens, this is the best way to go for an entry level prosumer cam.
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Reviewed by: dennisma
Strengths: 1 VR len 2 Higher Pixels
Weaknesses: 1 No live view2 Cheap body
Overall: This camera was bought for replace my Canon Reble Xt. It has better feature like the VR kit len and higher pixels. The disadvantage is that the material used for body construction is kind of cheap. The len also feel cheap.
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Reviewed by: fastpitcher
Strengths: Fast focus on the 55-200 lens. Camera is relatively wuiet and easy to use for a first time SLR user. Easy to grip and hold.
Weaknesses: Only thing I don't care for is the display automatically cutting off when the camera is raised to the eye because if you tilt it at all it cuts off... I have discovered how to turn it off though!
Overall: Love it so far.. This camera seems to be a very good choice for a first time SLR buyer. The price is good for the kit and is all you need to get started. Battery charges fast and seems to hold the charge for about 400 -600 photos. Takes great shots and they pics crop down and hold form and color.
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Reviewed by: dvdirv
Strengths: Sharp photos, no shutter lag, sensor cleaner & In-camera retouching & editing
Weaknesses: Pricey, only 10.2 MP
Overall: If you are used to a compact point-and-shoot and want to overcome the shortcomings of these cameras, then consider the Nikon D60.This camera is designed for newcomers to DSLRs and Nikon wants you to feel at home with this camera. The size and weight is just slightly more than a deluxe point-and-shoot with lots more options for those who want to take photography more seriously.Among the major reasons for buying this camera is its sharp pictures due to Nikon's lens technology which now includes a vibration reduction lens to keep your photos steady. The sensor cleaner is a big plus to keep those images clear. You have the option of using the camera on automatic or trying out many of Nikon's built-in options for editing your shots.There are very few negatives. If you are used to the pricing with a point-and-shoot, a DSLR camera looks like sticker shock. But when you realize all the benefits you are getting, it makes sense. Only other negative is that with more and more cameras raising the bar with mega-pixels, one wonders why Nikon couldn't have gone to a 12MP resolution in the D60. But for most of us, 10MP should be fine.All-in-all this is one great camera value. You get the lightweight small configuration of a point-and-shoot in a DSLR with all the benefits that the D60 offers.
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