megapixel.net logo

Digital Camera News and Reviews
Nikon D80 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera - Body Only
DigitalMEGAStore669.00
Camera Kings639.00
Thundercameras689.99
See All Sellers
Compare All Digital Cameras
Megapixel.net Partners
Be a Megapixel Partner



internet.commerce
Be a Commerce Partner

Nikon D80

Reviewed October 2006

Our Opinion

 Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion

Class: 10.2 megapixel
• All cameras are rated according to their resolution class •
(1=poor, 5=average, 10=excellent)

Functionality

Photographic Qualities

Combines design, sturdiness, layout of controls, comfort in use.		 10 Image Quality — Outdoor
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.		 10
LCD Screen
Combines visibility in daylight and indoors, colour accuracy, and image sharpness.		 9 Image Quality — Flash
Based on sharpness, colour accuracy.		 10
Interface
Based on menu clarity, ease of access to menu functions.		 9 Metering Reliability
Based on quality of exposure with meter in automatic mode.		 10
Software
Based on functionality of drivers and bundled software.		 8 Focusing
Based on focusing accuracy and speed.		 10
Power Usage
Based on battery consumption
 10 Lens Quality (18-55mm kit lens)
Based on the presence of distortion, including any macro mode distortion.
 9
Total: 9.2 Total: 9.8

Positives

Negatives
  • Superb image quality.
  • Instantly On.
  • Excellent 3D Colour Matrix metering.
  • Fast Autofocus.
  • Unlimited Continuous mode at 3 frames per second in JPEG.
  • Excellent viewfinder.
  • Solidly built.
  • Some noise above 400 ISO.
  • Complexity of some Custom options.
  • No PC terminal for third party flash.
  • No RAW tools available with PictureProject, the supplied software.

Approximate Retail Price: (October 2006)
Canada $ 1,1470 body only
$ 1,480 with 18-135mm DX lens
United States Get Current Price
Europe Get Current Price
Use our message forums to ask questions, or express an opinion about this or any other camera review, and related topics!
Compare Prices for
Nikon D80 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera - Body Only
StoreSeller RatingsDescriptionPrice
DigitalMEGAStorein stock$669.00
Go to Store
Camera Kingsin stock$639.00
Go to Store
Thundercamerasin stock$689.99
Go to Store
TechForLessin stock$640.65
Go to Store
See All Sellers
Introduction
Ergonomics
Characteristics
Image Quality
Interface & Software
Camera Views
Test Photos
Specifications
Our Opinion




The Network for Technology Professionals

Search:

About Internet.com

Legal Notices, Licensing, Permissions, Privacy Policy.
Advertise | Newsletters | E-mail Offers