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Nikon D60 Digital SLR Review



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Review (Summary): "The Nikon D60 has a sensor resolution of 10.2 megapixels, and offers ISO sensitivity ranging from 100 to 1,600, with the ability to extend this to ISO 3,200 using the Hi-1 setting. In many respects, the D60 is a clone of the preceding D40x model. As we'll see though, the Nikon engineers have added a number of new features and enhancements. The combination probably isn't enough to entice D40x owners to upgrade, but owners of the 6-megapixel D40 might want to, and the Nikon D60 makes a really excellent entry-level model for those just making the move to an SLR. ...

... No matter how you look at it, the Nikon D60 stands up well against the competition, with great image quality at all speeds, and near-perfect utility as a family camera. Its very fun to use (your kids will have a blast with its stop-action animation feature), polite, attractive, and well-built; just the kind of companion you want to have along on your next family outing. ..."


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DCResource 9.50 06-04-08 Read Full Review
Review (Summary): "The D60 is an updated version of Nikon's popular D40x entry-level D-SLR. The D60 ($749) retains most of the features that made the D40x a great camera. Those features include a 10 Megapixel CCD, super-fast performance, a 2.5" LCD display, an easy-to-use interface, and lots more. ...

... I had mixed feelings about the D60's photo quality, and I think a lot of people will disagree with me here. I think that the photos produced by the camera are too soft, and way oversaturated. Colors are so vivid that they almost appear cartoonish, in my opinion. ..."



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Photoxels 8.75 06-23-08 Read Full Review
Review (Summary): "The Nikon D60 DSLR is an excellent Family DSLR for photographers tired of the limitations of Point-and-Shoot digital cameras. It is a compact and lightweight DSLR with the performance and responsiveness characteristic of much more expensive digital SLRs. ...

The Nikon D60 is without doubt the best Family DSLR available. Not only is it affordable, but it produces excellent image quality with point-and-shoot ease. Though many other entry-level DSLRs have similar features, it is the combination of the features and the friendly way they are implemented that earns the D60 the Photoxels Editor's Choice 2008 - Family DSLR award. ..."



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LetsGoDigital 8.00 02-05-08 Read Full Review
Review (Summary): "The resolution of the Nikon D60 remained the same (comparison with the D40x); with 10.2 Megapixels the camera sticks to the 'standard' resolution for entry-level digital SLR camera models. The D60 uses the technology that has also been applied in the warmly welcomed D300. The EXPEED image processor inside the Nikon D60 ensures achieving the highest possible image quality as an end result. The auto focus unit is Nikon's Multi-CAM 530 AF sensor module with TTL phase detection and a 3 point AF system. ...

... The image quality of the Nikon D60 is superb, not needing any comments. The concept was already successful and has been enhanced with various nice options and functions. The integration of an anti-dust system is one of these enrichments and prevents dust particles to get onto the picture. The camera performs excellently on all fronts. Still I am not convinced Nikon showed the ultimate entry-level DSLR with the D60. I can picture sufficient possibilities to enhance the functionality of this concept; such as more intelligent software, Live View, a larger size LCD monitor and more. ..."



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Photography Blog 8.00 03-03-08 Read Full Review
Review (Summary): "Announced less than a year after its predecessor, the new entry-level Nikon D60 DSLR camera is virtually identical to the D40x model that it replaces. The D60 has the same external design, 10.2 megapixel sensor, ISO range of 100 to 3200, 3 point auto-focus system, 3D Color Matrix Metering II, 3fps continuous shooting speed and 2.5 inch LCD screen as the D40x. ...

... Ultimately the new Nikon D60 remains an intuitive camera that clearly meets the main needs of its target audience, while still retaining enough complexity to allow your photography to grow and improve in the future. Nikon D40x owners won't be rushing out to upgrade, but the D60 is a compelling option for users of compact digital cameras looking to upgrade to a DSLR. ..."



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Trusted Reviews 8.00 03-03-08 Read Full Review
Review (Summary): "... Nikon has taken the Expeed processor from the D3 and D300 models and put it at the heart of the D60, promising improved tonality and color rendition, as well as allowing some post processing features, which we'll talk about later. Another new addition is the dust reduction system which features the Image Sensor Cleaning System to reduce dust on the sensor via vibrations, along with the new Airflow Control System which passes air from the mirror box to small ducts in the camera base to clear dust away from the sensor. ...

... I can't say this is my favorite of Nikon's cameras, the auto focus in particular is lackluster, and there are a few niggles, such as the odd patch of underexposure. Overall though it's a good entry level model, which is easy and straightforward to use, with plenty more features under the hood to progress and improve your photography. ..."



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DPReview 7.67 03-19-08 Read Full Review
Review (Summary): "... The D60 is a direct replacement for the D40X (the D40 will stay around for a while as Nikon's budget option), and once again it's not a major upgrade; the sensor remains the same (though now has a dust reduction system) and the external design is almost identical. There's a few new features, including the same Expeed processing 'concept' seen in the D3 / D300, Active D-Lighting, an eye sensor (to control the screen display), and some tweaks to the interface, but perhaps the most significant change isn't to the camera at all; the move to an optically stabilized version of the kit lens. ..."

The D60 takes the successful formula established in the D40 / D40X and, well, if we're being honest, doesn't do a great deal with it at all - the leap from D40 to D40X was a lot greater than the step up from D40X to D60 (even if Nikon's naming convention might seem to imply the opposite). There's a few nice new features, and bundling the new 'VR' (stabilized) version of the kit lens is a smart move that makes the whole package a lot more appealing, but it's fair to say that the D60 is a subtle upgrade rather than a whole scale reinvention of Nikon's entry-level best-seller...."



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Think Camera 6.67 04-26-08 Read Full Review
Review (Summary): "Replacing the D40x, the Nikon D60 continues to follow the furrow ploughed by its predecessor, but also successfully fuses that design with recent Nikon technology. The most obvious aspect of this is the D60's use of Nikon's new EXPEED digital image processing concept, which slots into the familiar small 10.2 megapixel body. ...

... Those looking to make a first class entry level DSLR purchase need only know that the Nikon D60 is an excellent choice - it's small, light, affordable, easy to use and has enough solid and fun features to get any enthusiast going. ..."



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Digital Camera Info ----- 06-07-08 Read Full Review
Review (Summary): "... Under the hood, though, there are significant improvements (over the D40/x), including a a more powerful processor, a kit lens incorporating image-stabilizing VR technology, enhanced in-camera editing, and a two-stage dust reduction system. That said, the new camera inherits some shortcomings from its predecessors, including incompatibility with many existing Nikon lenses and a very small size and shape ...

... Imaging performance shines when it comes to noise, and the responsiveness while shooting is exceptional for a camera in this class. However, the D60 also lagged in several equally important areas, including white balance and dynamic range. As for the strikingly small size, that's a win for some users, a loss for others."



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Popular Photography ----- 05-17-08 Read Full Review
Review (Summary): "... After running a D60 through our battery of tests in the Pop Photo Lab, we noticed several performance improvements over the D40x. (See our test of the earlier camera). Nikon didn't gut the D40x; instead, it improved it and added new components. ...

... The D60 lets you develop RAW images in-camera, adjusting exposure settings such as white balance, resolution, and contrast, before storing the results as JPEGs. Every DSLR should have this feature - it cuts the need to shoot RAW + JPEG, which slows the burst speed and gobbles memory...."



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Steves-Digicams ----- 04-20-08 Read Full Review
Review (Summary): "The new D60 is an update of the successful D40x model from last year. Improvements over the D40x include a Image Sensor Cleaning system, a motion sensor that automatically switches the LCD display from portrait to landscape, and a "Stop Motion" video feature. The D60 retains the 10-megapixel image sensor, a continuous capture rate of 3fps and a sensitivity range from ISO 100 - 1,600. ...

... The new Nikon D60 is quite impressive for an entry-level dSLR, offering superb performance, great image quality, and multiple exposure options. The 3fps continuous drive mode (or 3.5fps in our testing), Sensor Cleaning system and onboard HELP Menu are distinct improvements for this soon to be popular camera. ..."



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