Nikon updates firmware for D40 and D40x DSLRs

Nikon has released a firmware update for its D40 and D40x DSLRs. Version 1.12 for the D40 and Version 1.01 for the D40x improve compatibility of both cameras with Nikon's new EN-EL9a batteries. With the updated firmware, the D40 should deliver approximately 510 shots in single-frame shooting mode using the EN-EL9a, according to CIPA standard tests, rather than 470 with the original EN-EL9 pack.

35mm F1.8 for DX? What is Nikon up to?

Following the launch of its 35mm F1.8 lens, we spoke to Nikon to discuss why it has chosen this particular lens to address the commonly-cited lack of cheap, fast primes for owners of its D40, D40X and D60 DSLRs. Robert Cristina, Manager of professional products, Europe and Ludovic Drean, Product Manager for lenses, Europe, offered to explain.

Fotoguy recommends Nikon D60 (with 18-55mm VR Lens) as Best Digital SLR Camera Overall with High Resolution, External Flash, and RAW File Format Under $700.

Overview The 10.1 megapixel Nikon D60 DSLR with its AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR kit lens is a more upscale entry level DSLR than its 6 megapixel brother, the D40, and a direct replacement for the D40X. With more resolution, a kit lens with in-the-lens image stabilization; a compact, easy handling body; great build quality and a reasonable price all go to make the D60 a Best-in-Class pick. My Best In Class Pick Nikon D60 (with 18-55mm VR Lens) The Nikon D60 is a major upgrade f

Camera Bag Review

When I first purchased my Digital SLR I bought the Nikon Digital & Film SLR System Case Gadget Bag for D300, D200, D100, D80, D70s, D70, D50, D40x, D40, N55, N65, N75, N80, N90s & F100 because it fit everything that I purchased: The Camera Body, the two lenses, the extra battery, cleaning kit and SD Cards. While this is an excellent bag and it was reasonably priced it wasn’t going to accommodate my ever expanding amount of photography gear. I had checked out a lot of bag reviews online

KenRockwell.com recommends Nikon D90 (with 18-105mm VR Lens) as Best Digital Camera Overall with Manual Controls.

Overview My Best In Class Pick Nikon D90 (with 18-105mm VR Lens) The Nikon D90 costs double what a D40 does; about $900 as of November 2008. The reason to get one is that it has a bigger LCD screen (3” versus 2.5”) and has far more options for adjusting colors and contrasts, which few people understand. Read more at KenRockwell.com. Where to buy Nikon D90 (with 18-105mm VR Lens) Best Price: $1169 See It » $1169 - $1415 Compare Prices » Specs Type: SLR Resolution: 1

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