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Nikon D60 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX VR and 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED IF AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens with 2 Nikon School DVDs | 
| Brand: Nikon
Category: Photography
Buy New: See price in cart
Rating:  70 reviews
Sales Rank: 1581
Media: Electronics
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Includes Software: Yes
Optical Zoom: 4
Display Size: 2.5
Maximum Focal Length: 55
Minimum Focal Length: 18
Maximum Resolution: 10200000
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 5
Dimensions (in): 12 x 14 x 10
nv:Sensor: 10.2 Megapixel
Image Resolution: 3872 x 2592
Storage Media: SD/SDHC Memory Card
Compressed Format: JPEG
Compressed Format: NEF (RAW)
LCD Monitor: 2.5-inch
LCD Pixels: 230,000 pixels
LCD Coverage: 100%
Shutter Speed: 30 - 1/4000 sec.
Light Metering Method: Spot
Light Metering Method: Matrix metering
Light Metering Method: TTL
Light Metering Method: Center Weighted
Exposure Modes: Auto
Exposure Modes: Manual
Exposure Modes: Landscape
Exposure Modes: Portrait
Exposure Modes: Close-up
MPN: 9609
Model: 9609
UPC: 018208096091
EAN: 0018208096091
ASIN: B0013HOW6M
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | Extraordinary 10.2-megapixel DX-format Nikon picture quality | | • | Includes 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX VR and 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED IF AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor lenses | | • | 2.5-inch LCD screen; horizontal and vertical orientation are detected automatically | | • | Continuous shooting at 3 fps; Active Dust Reduction System with Airflow Control | | • | Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included) |
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Product Description
10.2-megapixel effective recording * APS-C-size CCD image sensor (23.6 x 15.8 mm) * AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR (vibration reduction) lens (35mm equivalent focal length: 27-82.5mm) * non-type G or D AF Nikkor lenses not equipped with an autofocus motor: all functions supported except 3D color matrix metering II and autofocus * Dynamic Integrated Dust Reduction System to keep image sensor clean * Nikon EXPEED image processor for fast, accurate shooting and longer battery life * Active D-Lighting mode for better shadow and highlight detail in high-contrast shooting conditions * 2-1/2" color LCD screen with auto-rotating display for easy vertical viewing * 3D Color Matrix Metering II for accurate exposure control * continuous shooting mode: 3 frames per second (up to 100 JPEG frames or up to 6 RAW frames) * program shooting modes: Auto, Auto (Flash Off), Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Child, Sports, and Night Portrait * in-camera image editing functions, including: D-Lighting, red-eye correction, cropping, image overlay, monochrome settings, filter effects, NEF (RAW) processing, cross star and color intensifier filters *
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| Customer Reviews: Read 65 more reviews...
 Love this camera but..... September 4, 2008
Danielle
I love this camera, however I was dissapointed in the sports mode. Hoping to get some better shots of my dancers, with a lot of unsuccessful shots. I had to switch to manual mode to get a good action shot. But everything else I absolutely love.
 I should've bought this one instead of the more expensive D80 September 2, 2008
Anonymous (United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
There are too many great and detailed reviews of this camera for me to describe the technical advantages. We own a D80 and I just finished borrowing a D60 for two weeks and can't tell the difference.
All Nikon SLR's have the same body style, rubberized exterior for grip and the same aperture and shutter speed controls thumbwheels in front and behind the shutter button.
This camera is just as good as the $200 more expensive D80 and differs only in the smallest ways.
The D60 and D80 have the same set of controls and LCD readout on the body inside the viewfinder, they have the same shutter speed and ISO range. They both have the same megapixel resolution and quality CCD sensor.
It seems the only features the D80 have is the preview mode button which is a feature well used from the film days and would let you see the shot at the set aperture. This was helpful to keep you from wasting film but this isn't a concern in the age of digital and a 2GB SD card can hold over 2,000 exposures in basic exposure mode so waste away !
The D80 seems to have 3 exposure burst modes and a decent bracketing mode, but those are more often used features for NASCAR fans and lunging volleball spikes at the net.
If you want a Nikon SLR and don't plan on photographing flying bullets, then take this D60 instead of a D80 and save some dollars.
A great camera, but dont' forget the memory card August 30, 2008
GeekGirl (USA)
First, don't ever buy a camera without holding one in your hands. Both Nikon and Canon make great cameras. The difference boils down to what you are comfortable with. I like the Nikon and got the D60 because I wanted something that I could hold with one hand (used for outdoor photography). Otherwise, I would have gotten the D80.
If you are new to digital SLRs, the menu system can be quite intimidating. Don't let that influence your decision as you will get used to it. You can take pictures immediately using the auto mode and worry about the menus later.
Important note: You need a memory card to do anything. No memory card, no picture (it does take the picture, but nothing is saved). Memory cards are cheap. I got a Kingston 4 GB SDHC Class 6 card for $14.95 (Class 6 is the best).
The camera comes with a US warranty.
As for long lenses, I got a Sigma 70 - 300 mm tele-macro instead of the 55 mm - 200 mm Nikon lens. There's no autofocus or VR, but it's not important to me. What's important is getting the extra 300 mm with a macro capability and good quality optics. You can fill the frame with a spider at 2 feet with this lens.
LOVE it! August 30, 2008
Anon, Arlington, VA
There are already several good reviews; I just wanted to say that I love this camera so much. It is perfect for taking pictures of my little baby. I love it even more than the 10-megapixel Canon Xti, which underexposed all my pictures and was way too slow to capture a little one. After missing a lot of good shots because the Canon froze up (I guess there is some flash recharge issue), I decided to get the Nikon and have been really pleased.
The Nikon D60: Digital has finally won me over August 28, 2008
D. E. Toland (Central Massachusetts, USA)
For years now, I have held onto my Nikon film SLRs for any "serious" photography. My SLR kit was heavy - the motor drive alone held 6 AA batteries -- and bulky, but it was the only gear I trusted for demanding photographic tasks.
Oh, I had my digitals as well. For a couple years I used my 6 Megapixel Fujicolor zoom camera for midrange shooting, and caught some great shots. But having to fight my way around the automation was a pain. When I finally lost a shot I really wanted because I couldn't outsmart the autofocus, I began looking at DSLRs.
I recently bought the D60 kit with both the 18-55 and 55-200 VR zoom lenses, and after a couple of weeks of very successful shooting, I finally mothballed my old Nikon film SLRs.
The D60 is lightweight compared to my old SLRs, but in every other respect it is no lightweight! I have full control over every aspect of exposure when I need it, and fast full-auto operation when I don't. The autofocus is fast and precise for most situations, but I can override it in an instant when I need to exercise direct control. The same with aperture, shutter speed, flash compensation, exposure compensation, and ISO.
I recommend the D60 for anyone who is still holding onto their film SLRs, waiting for digital to fulfill its promise to make film SLRs obsolete.
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