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February 21, 2010 11:46 pm

Nikon MB D10 Multi Power Battery Pack for Nikon D300 and D700 Digital SLR Cameras

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Nikon MB D10 Multi Power Battery Pack for Nikon D300 and D700 Digital SLR Cameras




The MB-D10 Multi-Power Battery Pack allows for additional types and quanties of batteries to be used with the D300 Camera. The Multi-Power Battery Pack MB-D10 (with batteries other than Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3e), enables the D300 continuous shooting at 8 fps of up to 100 shots. (To Achieve these speeds, Super High Speed Memory Cards are also required)

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4 Stars Nikon D300 Battery Pack
This batrery gives my camera more shooting time with the AA battery. I do not need to worry about battery dead problem. It is a must for serious photographer on a major porject.

5 Stars I use on D300s and D700
Lets me use the same EN-EL4 battery as my D3s so I only need one type and one charger. The AA battery tray was the real reason that I purchased this. You can’t always find a place to charge a battery but they sell AA batteries at the Timbuktu Gas & Grocery, so you will always have the power you need, when you need it. This is especially true when you need a backup battery but didn’t have time to charge the thing. A set of lithium AAs will store for seven years and always be ready when you need them. Max frames per second are available on AAs too as well as when using the EN-EL4 battery.

Removable when you don’t need the portrait grip or additional battery capacity to keep camera size and weight to a minimum. As sturdy as the camera body and a very good fit. Certainly better than the old L shaped MB-series (MB-D100 & 200 especially) which were impossible to pack and a real pain to install.

5 Stars Excellent option for D700
This battery grip is a great optional gear for Nikon D700 as it allows to shoot at 8fps with EN-EL4a battery for action photography. Solid construction and fits well onto D700.

4 Stars Very good product
Feels good, widely expands the potential of my D300, well built. I wish it would feel a bit more integrated with the D300, and be attached a bit tighter. Also, it would be nice not to feel the fastening disc when you grab it by the grip. But this feeling seems to cost more than twice than what I paid for my D300.

Love the camera though.

5 Stars Nice supplement to your Nikon body
Very solid buil and sound. It is a nice adding to your Nikon body, D300 and D700. I use it on D300 and the fit and feature for vertical shooting are very nice. Note, it will add substantially weight to the set that will give your muscle an excersise. Nothing to complain about.

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February 14, 2010 1:31 pm

Canon EOS 50D 15 1MP Digital SLR Camera Body Only

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Canon EOS 50D 15 1MP Digital SLR Camera Body Only




Canons new EOS 50D bridges the gap between the novice and the seasoned pro with a perfect combination of high-speed and quality. It features an APS-C sized 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor for tremendous images, new DIGIC 4 Image Processor for fine detail and superior color reproduction, and improved ISO capabilities up to 12800 for uncompromised shooting even in the dimmest situations. It features a refined 3.0-inch Clear View LCD (920,000 dots) monitor, supercharged Live View Function with Face Detection Live mode, plus a number of new automatic Image Correction settings and HDMI output for viewing images on an HDTV. Pick up the EOS 50D and youll experience true digital inspiration!

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5 Stars Canon 50D is all that!
Former Sony A100 user never was quite happy with the Sony quality overall after 3 yrs.

I decided to become a Canon Gal this past September 09!

Now there is no turning back!

I use my equipment professionally and for personal as well.

I can’t wait to upgrade in 2 yrs for the 5DMII cause if the results from a crop are this good I can imagine with the full frame!

Absolutely recommend this to anyone, if not the 50D, any Canon will do.

5 Stars The Canon 50D is everything it’s supposed to be!
Hey, Canon fans! If you’re like me, you have put off buying this camera because it costs a bit more than the Rebel line. When you weigh the camera differences against the cost difference, I promise you that the 50D will come out on top. I previously have owned two Rebels. The kit lens (28-135mm USM IS) is very good also. I may never be able to afford Canon’s outstanding L-series lenses, but the Canon lenses I do have are Image Stabilized and work perfect for me. The camera is built like a tank and is a little bigger and heavier than the Rebels, but that ends up making the camera feel better in my hands, and I am of average build. The 50D is packed with pro features plus Live View, and is more light sensitive than any other camera I have owned. Amazon had the best price and they had it in my hot little hands in just a few days! Outstanding camera. Outstanding price. Outstanding company… Amazon!!! You may regret putting off this purchase any longer.

5 Stars Still the best small body DSLR today
I did a lot of comparison between so many DSLR camera around this price and even bought a Canon EOS 1000D in the beginning.

I also had the Nikon D40, which was pathetic and disappointing.

This 50D does not disappoint at all.

Robust build quality, decent portability, great battery life, amazing features, image quality, not to mention the admission to join the biggest used camera stuff: lenses, etc.

For this kind of price, it will beat anything else out there: Sony, Pentax, Nikon, etc.

The higher ISO is actually quite amazing, compared to the newer 7D, it only losses after Extended ISO (12800>)

Enough said about this camera, if you’re not planning to do any HD filming then save $700 and get this instead of the new 7D.

5 Stars Canon EOS 50D 15.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Standard Zoom Lens
What I can say? I must say They are GREAT PRODUCTS! They are very easy to use and result of pictures are great. That makes me kind of like a pro. :)

5 Stars Canon has done it again !
Once again Cannon has done it! This camera is well made, easy to use, takes breathless pictures and has unlimited resources available to teach you how to expand your horizons in digital photography. I am a

hobby photographer and have taken pictures with this camera and my Canon Digital Rebel that would rival

the best professional photographer’s out there! Cannon makes it easy.

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February 7, 2010 5:47 am

Nikon D300s 12MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera Body Only

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Nikon D300s 12MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera Body Only




12.3-megapixel effective recording * APS-C-size CMOS image sensor (23.6 x 15.8 mm) * high-def movie mode with sound * high-res 3″ LCD (920,000 dots) with Live View for composing shots on-screen in real-time * pentaprism optical SLR viewfinder (with diopter adjustment) * Dynamic Integrated Dust Reduction System to keep image sensor clean for spotless photos * Nikon EXPEED image processor for fast, accurate shooting and longer battery life * 51-point autofocus system for rapid, precise autofocusing * 1005-pixel 3D Color Matrix Metering II for accurate automatic exposure control, plus center-weighted and spot metering modes * Active D-Lighting mode for better shadow and highlight detail in high-contrast shooting conditions * built-in flash and flash exposure compensation * in-camera image editing functions, including: edit movie, D-Lighting, image overlay, monochrome, NEF (RAW) processing and more * AVI movie files (Motion JPEG) up to 1280 x 720 resolution at 24 frames per second with mono sound *

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Nikon D300s
I am an advanced beginner. Have a Nikon D50 and the D300s is an addition and an upgrade – tried some shooting indoors with it – terrific results. Great camera! Still learning to use it fully though…If my experience with the D50 is any indication, then the D300s will also be fulfilling and satisfying!

4 Stars D300s Medium Range Prosumer
this review is for the average person wanting to upgrade from the D40/D5000

With it’s magnesium alloy inner body and rubber sealed buttons, this camera is an excellent piece of equipment for wildlife photography when paired wig the correct lens.

It is well constructed in the areas that it needs to be strong but quite honesly there are some places on the camera tha have been reduced in quality to cut costs such as the switches, buttons, or the flash release. Those components are higher quality on the D90 to be honest wh you.

Speaking of the D90, this camera has the exact same sensor as the D90. I lke to think of the D300s as a D90 with features and processing from the D3. This camera can shoot 720p motion JPEG based AVI video from a Live View mode activated by a dedicated button. This camera does have a 51 point auto focus system and color 1005 pixel light metering.

Now the ugly truth. If you put this camera next to a D90 in the same conditions, the D90 will out perform this camera in low light. If the D300s is used past ISO 3200 it produces the most horrid smuged and noisy pictures I have seen. The D90 with all of it’s “auto help the novice processing” will help you out and rescue your photos the best it can. The D300s is a professional APS-C camera which means it won’t help you out like that. You absolutly cannot take pictures in inadequate light without the proper equipment.

I would go with the D90 if you want a decent camera that will produce sharp pictures without all of the fuss. With the money you save you can get the AF-S 18-200 VRI. That comes in the D300s kit. If you must absolutly have the pro features such as wired remotes, flash box control, and so on go with the D300s.

5 Stars Nikon D300s 12MP
After much research I moved from a Nikon D70s to the D300s. I was very happy with the D70s however I needed a larger pixel count for the large prints I prefer to make (13×19″+). I agree with many pro’s that have advised that you don’t need more than 8MP if you are producing 8×10′s or even 11×14 full frame in most cases. If you go beyond that print size or crop severely for 11×14′s, then a larger pixel count is where you need to be.

The D300s has been a perfect camera for me. I certainly put it in the prosumer category. It should not be your first camera. If you shoot mostly Auto or like to point and shoot, the D300s is not for you even if you have the money. It is very full-featured/complex camera and to get good pictures and your money’s worth you need to be willing to invest the time to learn its many modes and capabilities. It is capable of shooting great pictures in very low light or in fast moving scenes with its wide ISO range, very low noise and advanced focus system. The ergonomics feel just right to me unlike many Canons I have tried. It has good balance and a very solid feel (metal frame). I shoot often with a Nikon 70-200mm f2.8 VR that is heavy and a good grip and balance is important for me.

I have found the color and resolution to be superb. I easily get professional (saleable) 13 x19″ prints working through Lightroom 2.5 and Photoshop CS4 to a Canon Pro 9000 MkII printer. The D300s’ many focus, white balance and color modes are a great help in a rapidly changing shoot. I have programmed several custom settings for both studio and outdoor work. Its great to be able to shift multiple camera settings with one button push. The “Info” button alone should keep you from buying the D300 vs D300s.

The dual memory card setup is also great. I switch between using the second card as a backup for important shoots to using it in overflow mode when I’m out for a long shoot. I shoot RAW most of the time and the safety of the overflow mode keeps me in the shooting flow so I don’t have to stop, lose the mood and change memory cards. I often add a power grip when I’m using multi-Speedlight set-ups with a remote commander. The Nikon Remote Commander can draw down the main battery over the course of a long studio shoot. Otherwise the battery will easily do a full day and hundreds of shots. The Info button instantly shows you battery condition as a % in both the main and power grip. Nice upgrade so you don’t have to look at a little battery icon and guess.

I am very happy with the D300s and highly recommend it if you are looking for a solid, pro-level camera. It has performed flawlessly for me. Amazon (B&H Photo) remains perfect for me with great price and on time delivery.

5 Stars Nikon D300s: a great camera (but you need to read the manual)
I have been using this camera for a couple of weeks and taken about 5000 exposures. This camera is great; however, it took me a little while to figure out the autofocus (AF) system. I switched from Canon because I truly do not like the size of their files (18MP is way beyond what I need). I like shooting when the subjects are in motion–not necessarily action–and learning how to focus properly is crucial for me. After reading the manual and playing around with the AF, I feel much better with the D300S. I am not new to photography–started with Minolta SLRs and then moved to Canon dSLRs–but I can safely say that the D300S has allowed me to take my best shots. I am still a bit reluctant to use the 6400 ISO, but the 3200 ISO works fine.

This camera is not for beginners. If you are not familiar with photography lingo, reading the manual would be frustrating. Moreover, the Program Mode is not the greatest. The video feature is dandy, but you have to keep the camera still. I have used the video feature a couple of times, and the image quality is fine as long as you use a tripod and don’t move the camera too much. In my opinion, the video recorded with this camera needs a lot of editing, and I don’t really have much practice editing videos.

In sum, this camera is a great buy for those who enjoy taking the time to take pictures. I would not recommend this to a first-time dSLR buyer, an inexperienced/casual photographer, or someone who wants to shoot video.

5 Stars Nice improvements over my D300
I upgraded from a Nikon D300 to the D300S mainly for the video capability. The video produced is not super HD quality, but I didn’t expect that. The video is actually quite good especially if you use a tripod and it allows me to travel without a dedicated video camera. The other improvements have proved to be fun and useful. I like the new door over the data cards, easier to use that the D300 lever. The new location of the live view button is very convenient, the extra frame per second is useful and the focusing and image quality seem marginally beter than the D300. The rocker switch on the back has tactile feedback which is better. All in all I am very happy to have upgraded. The service from Amazon was fabulous. I ordered the camera on Sunday, it was shipped (free of charge) on Monday and I had it in my hand a couple of days later. After I ordered on Sunday the price dropped $75.00 on Monday. I called customer service on Monday and they agreed to credit my VISA account with the $75.00 difference. You can’t beat that! cm

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February 4, 2010 5:47 pm

Panasonic Lumix DMC GF1 12 1MP Micro Four Thirds Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera with LUMIX G 20mm f 1 7 Aspherical Lens

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Panasonic Lumix DMC GF1 12 1MP Micro Four Thirds Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera with LUMIX G 20mm f 1 7 Aspherical Lens




The GF1 adopts the micro four thirds system standard, which was developed as an extended version of the four thirds system standard for digital camera systems. By using this standard and developing a camera body that eliminates the mirror box and optical viewfinder unit, Lumix was able to achieve a dramatic reduction in both size and weight compared with conventional digital SLR cameras, to create a new-generation system camera that features full-time live view, high-speed, high-precision contrast AF, HD movie recording, and more. The GF1 is small enough to take anywhere yet sophisticated enough to take you as far into photography and movies as you want to go.The 4/3-type 12.1-megapixel live MOS sensor featured in the GF1 offers the best of both worlds the superior image quality of a CCD sensor, and the lower power consumption of a CMOS sensor. This sensor is also advantageous for photo and movie recording with its high S/N, thanks to a circuit structure that is unaffected by the noise generated in each of the circuits. It results in clear images even when taken at high ISO sensitivity.The hybrid GF1 lets you take both high-quality photos and HD movies. You can shoot breathtaking HD movies in AVCHD Lite format (MPEG-4/H.264) backed by the high sound quality of Dolby Digital Creator. And you can record for a longer time without running out of memory because AVCHD Lite stores data more efficiently than Motion JPEG while maintaining stunning image clarity and detail. A dedicated “movie record” button on the top lets you instantly start recording movies while shooting photos, so you don’t miss a second of the action.

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4 Stars Best point and shoot ever
As a point and shoot, this is the best I’ve seen. I don’t have experience with the EP-1, which I understand is similar – but this is definitely the point and shoot to have to make a little better images that are normally possible.

I was shooting with the Leica R8 with its digital back, and its pretty bulky. This is much more portable. I got the adapter for the R lens as well, since its not looking good for Leica to come out with an R10. Using the R lenses is cumbersome, but works and if you have the patience, the results are… well, ok. You lose a lot on the conversion (2x, I believe), so my 180 becomes a 360…

This is not a Leica. The image quality is quite good, but at low light still leaves a lot to be desired. The video is awesome. Its so great to, with a point and shoot camera, just push a single button and its on, you are shooting HD video. The compression scheme is a problem, though. So far I was only able to use it with the software that came with the camera, which is horrible. I want to marry the videos to sound I capture with Cubase, and haven’t been able to do that quite yet.

All and all, again, for point and shoot pics, this is the best. For high quality high def pics, not so, even with great lenses (woouldn’t it be nice if Panasonic could do a full frame camera using the same format?). And for HD video, this is also pretty good, although it does not have the stabilizer.

5 Stars A wonderful camera for a happy father
I bought this camera mainly to shoot pictures and video of my 1-year-old baby boy. So far, I have shot a couple thousands of pictures and a couple hundred video clips. My wife and I are very pleased with the performance of the camera.

What I like about this camera:

1. The size is compact enough to fit it into my jacket pocket or hang it around my neck for all day long. Every time I travel with my baby boy, I need to carry a lot of baby care stuffs with me. I need a camera lighter and smaller without creating too much burden.

2. The camera provides decent low light performance up to ISO 800 and ISO 1600 is still usable. My baby is still young and most time stays home. I, therefore, took lots of indoor pictures. The camera handles low light environments very well.

3. Shooting HD video give us plenty of fun. As far as I know, this is the only dSLR (except GH1) in the market that offers HD video feature with Auto Focus feature and limited but enough controls. Babies grows fast and they make lots of funny movements. I could not ask my baby to repeat a good movement when I miss one. The camera allows me to switch video mode easily when I catch the moment. It is nice to have both video and camera features in one machine.

4. The camera offers fast and accurate auto focus. Babies move constanly and hardly stay still. Occasionally, I missed a couple shots but most of time the camera gives pretty good results.

Of course, with the cost of $900, you can buy an entry level dSLR with cheaper price and better image quality due to the bigger sensor size as opposed to four-thirds standard. It all depends on what you need. I have no regrets with the purchase because it fulfills all my expectations.

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You find some really good pictures and video clips taken by GF1

4 Stars An excellent compromise
Sometimes it’s a chore dragging along the Canon 5D Mark 2 with attached 24-70mm L lens.

I’ve been waiting for a “grab-and-go” small camera with DSLR-like image quality for a long time.

Panasonic has come to the rescue with the GF1. What a FUN camera!

PRO: Lightweight- no deadweight on your shoulder or around your neck, beautiful image quality from a small camera ( I shoot exclusively in RAW ), fast auto focus, great “pancake” f/1.7 fast lens companion (don’t let the lack of OIS chase you away from this setup; my 24-70mm walking-around lens on the

5D2 doesn’t have OIS and that’s seldom a problem), noise isn’t a consideration up to ISO 800 (if you’ll consistently shoot high ISO than get NIK’s Dfine 2.0 noise reduction software). Battery lasts a LONG time.

Between me and my wife, we have owned many small/point and shoot cameras (Canon SD1100, Canon G6,G9,G10,A650IS) and NONE were as enjoyable as the GF1 is.

CON: Optional EVF dull in comparison to the LCD screen or if you’re spoiled by bright DSLR viewfinders,

Mono sound recording, LCD screen easily smudged since it’s so big.

Really Right Stuff makes an L-plate for the GF1. Team that with a light monopod with quick release, and you have a VERY light weight combination to take along without dragging you down.

In the past, it was usually a disappointment for me to take a “small” camera along since image quality was always a compromise, so I stopped doing so. This GF1 may not be as great as my 5D2 DSLR, but I’m not disappointed with my images from my “small” camera any more. Don’t miss this gem.

3 Stars Disappointed – Not a great P&S, Not a great DSLR
I was hoping for the performance of a DSLR in the package of a (somewhat large) point & shoot. Unfortunately the image quality is not up to par of a DSLR (like my Nikon D80). Furthermore my Canon S90IS beats the Panasonic in terms of image quality, is smaller to boot, and has IS built-in. The movie quality is nowhere near a dedicated AVCHD camcorder. So in the end, it’s mediocre at lots of things, not really great at anything. Being returned, unfortunately.

5 Stars raw files are not supported by Aperture
If you don’t shoot RAW files and don’t use Aperture to process your pictures than this review will have no significance to you. This isn’t a problem with the Panasonic Lumix GF1, but with Apple’s Aperture software which I use. My main camera is the Canon 5D which I pair with fast Canon prime lenses. I also have a Nikon D50 paired with the Nikon 35mm f/2 for my lightweight kit. After trying my friends Panasonic GF1 and 20mm f/1.7 combo, I was sold. A great wide fast lens on a body that takes great images in a light compact package with a relatively low price tag. I have second thoughts about toting around a heavy slr combo worth $2-3k. I’m more likely to take the GF1 almost anywhere.

But the problem is that I use Aperture to process and manage all of my photos. Aperture does not support the RAW files from this camera. I either have to use lower quality jpeg files on Aperture, buy Lightroom and manage two image databases, or review and edit each RAW file via Photoshop which is terrible for image management. Even if I purchased Lightroom, than I still cannot softproof like I can with Aperture. This means it will be tougher to match prints with what I see on my monitor. So you can see that for those that shoot RAW and use Aperture, this can be a deal breaker. Apple, please get moving on this! If you use Aperture, send feedback to Apple from within Aperture: Aperture>Provide Aperture Feedback.

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January 30, 2010 12:07 pm

Nikon D90 12 3MP Digital SLR Camera Body Only

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Nikon D90 12 3MP Digital SLR Camera Body Only




Fusing 12.3-megapixel image quality inherited from the award-winning D300 with groundbreaking features, the D90s breathtaking, low-noise image quality is further advanced with EXPEED image processing. Split-second shutter response and continuous shooting at up to 4.5 frames-per-second provide the power to capture fast action and precise moments perfectly, while Nikons exclusive Scene Recognition System contributes to faster 11-area autofocus performance, finer white balance detection and more. The D90 delivers the control passionate photographers demand, utilizing comprehensive exposure functions and the intelligence of 3D Color Matrix Metering II. Stunning results come to life on a 3-inch 920,000-dot color LCD monitor, providing accurate image review, Live View composition and brilliant playback of the D90s cinematic-quality 24-fps HD D-Movie mode.

User Ratings and Reviews

1 Star “F- -” and “ERR” error messages
My camera started showing the dreaded “F- -” and “ERR” error messages 2 days after I received it. The only way to remove the error sign is to remove the battery. A quick internet search revealed that these errors are not rare. From what I gathered, apparently there is a problem at the camera/lens interface. The problem occurs at least once a day and it occurs with the 18-105 mm kit lens (haven’t tried any other lenses). I am returning the camera for an exchange. Hopefully the new one will not have the same problem. Otherwise the camera IQ and user interface are great, though noise reduction is a tad bit overwrought.

5 Stars Best value and more than enough room for creativity; Pro camera for amateurs and wannabees
I upgraded from a D60 (which I sold easily on Amazon’s Marketplace)for two reasons. I wanted more control of functions and I wanted to have more lenses available with the autofocus functionality. This is a well designed and fully equipped camera. Easy to improve on it; just add good lenses. I suggest a good wide angle (8 or 10 mm, manual focus will work), a wide-angle zoom (suggestion: tamron, sigma or tokina in the 10-35 mm range) and a zoom such as the Nikon VR 55-200, plus a teleconverter (2X from Kenko) and you have the ability to shoot all kinds of pictures. A sigma 50 mm macro lens will allow for close up. About the camera: very easy to set up and extremely easy to operate; just read the small booklet to get started. Some variations to explore later are to set up the quality of image capture (regular or RAW, at different resolutions) and the ability to shoot single pictures or a sequence, with or without exposure bracketing. In brief a camera for people who know all these details or want to or care to learn.

Picture quality is very good and handling, battery life and LCD images are very good. I had a great experience with D60 and expect similar dependability and reliability but will update this later.

5 Stars My first NEW camera
After starting out with a used Nikon D70 and then upgrading to the D80 which was also used, I was torn between A used D300 and a New D90. After much research, price comparisons, and reading some of the great reviews here at Amazon, the answer was clear. Many of the controls are similar to the D80 so there were only a few areas to learn about. As a fashion/glam photographer my main subjects are models in outdoor settings. Within a week of receiving the D90 I gave it a workout in 30+ degree weather. IT performed flawlessly!! NO fogging despite it not being weather proof like the D300. The images are brilliant, vibrant, and sharp. The exposure meter seems to be dead on. A highly recommend piece of equipment!!

5 Stars Great Compact DSLR
Strengths:

Fast 11-Point Focus; Great Low Light Performance; Sharp LCD Screen; HD Video; Long Battery Life; Size; Solid Build;

Weaknesses:

Heavy for its ‘compact’ size’; Backlight on the Control Panel LCD Screen (on the right top of the unit) not bright enough; A bit cumbersome to activate “Timer”.

A camera that packs a big punch but without the bulk of the average sized DSLR. The body is smaller than the prosumer/professional DSLR’s, which is perfect for the average enthusiast/hobbyist. I mated it to a 18-250mm lens and took it on a trip recently. That was all I needed to get wide and zoom shots. I had the “Auto Mode” set most of the time and all the shots came out very nice! The few times I used “Manual Mode” to tweak the Shutter, Aperture, ISO settings, the shots were amazing.

5 Stars Exceeds My High Expectations
I bought my D90 from a local camera store on recommendation from a friend who has a D40x. When I pointed out the significant price difference between the two, he simply said. “Buy it; it’s worth the difference.” And after owning the camera for a year now, I couldn’t agree more with his recommendation.

When we buy products and live with them awhile, our impressions may range from “sorely disappointed” to “as expected” to “pleasantly surprised.” The D90 has been a very pleasant surprise — and my expectations were high to begin with.

I have used the D90 in a variety of situations including dog shows, vacation trips, weddings and receptions, and the usual family activities — around 2500 shots taken so far. It has been completely reliable. The pictures are excellent quality — that’s a camera statement, not one about my skills.

At this point, I have one lens for the D90 — Nikon’s 18-200 mm DX VR zoom. I plan to review the lens separately, but suffice it to say that it is a great all around (some say walk around) lens for the D90.

There are many, many other favorable reviews here on this camera so I won’t repeat much on the details here. Suffice it to say, the numbers don’t lie!

The D90 has a LOT of functionality. Adding function to a product increases complexity and can make it harder to use. Good product designers get around this by picking defaults such that the function doesn’t require user attention unless s/he so wishes. The D90 is excellent in this regard. You can start shooting nice pictures with it in auto mode or the programmed modes fairly quickly. Moving up to the P, A, S, & M modes opens a whole new world of functions you can learn when you need or want them. Learning the D90, and photography in general, is a journey not a goal.

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