Nikon D80 Review
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June 3rd, 2008
Summary
One of the key advances developed for the D80 is its high-resolution image-processing engine. At its heart is a dedicated high-performance processing chip that greatly accelerates performance on all levels, while also consuming less power than its predecessors. It also inherits advantages developed exclusively for Nikon's latest professional digital SLR cameras, combining color independent analog pre-conditioning with improved 12-bit digital image processing algorithms. The result is natural-looking images that benefit from faithful color and tone reproduction. The level of performance attained allows the engine to rapidly and efficiently process the 10.2-megapixel resolution images captured by the DX Format CCD image sensor.
Specs
Megapixels 10.2 Megapixels
Optical Zoom 7.5 X
Lens System Nikon AF-S DX 18-135mm lens
Image Sensor CCD
Max Aperture f/3.5
Min Aperture f/5.6
Max Focal Length 135 mm
Min Focal Length 18 mm
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 sec
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 sec
Image Format JPEG, NEF (RAW), RAW + JPEG
Focus Modes Automatic, Manual
Exposure Settings I-TTL program flash, Program, Bulb, Automatic, Manual, Aperture-priority, Shutter-priority
ISO Equivalencies 100-1600
Metering Characteristics 3D color matrix, Center-weighted, Spot
Minimum Focusing Range 17.7 in
CCD Size 15.8 x 23.6mm
Number Of CCD Pixels 10.75 Million
Features LCD Screen Size 2.5 in
Viewfinder Fixed eye-level pentaprism
Viewfinder Field of View 95 %
Self Timer Yes
Self Timer Delay 2 - 20 sec
White Balance Custom, Automatic, Presets
Continuous Shooting Speed 3 fps
Memory Recording Method SDHC Memory Card, MultiMediaCard, Secure Digital (SD) Card
Connectors Connectors 1 x composite video output ¦ 1 x USB ¦ 1 x remote control ¦ 1 x DC power input
Included Cable Types USB , Video
Miscellaneous Included Components Eyepiece cover, Dust cap, Body cap, Lens cap, Shoulder strap
Included Software Drivers & Utilities, Nikon PictureProject
Camera Type Digital camera - SLR
General Product Info Weight 1.3 lbs