An Introduction to the Nikon D80

Posted by Burt
Sep 25 2009

Launched in 2006, the Nikon D80 is an great interchangeable-lens 10.2-megapixel DSLR and successor to the well-liked 6.1-megapixel D70s. It provides automatic function as well as innovative features, built to make happy photography enthusiasts with the fervor to conceive delightful photos. With the D80, Nikon gives a ample DSLR lineup where there’s something for just about each and every segment as well as price category. This admirable tenderfoot adopting a propitious situation between the low to midrange DSLR categories of the D70s and D200. The D80 is definitely the preeminent Nikon camera thus far for its entry-level category and is strongly suggested for beginners migrating to the DSLR scene.

The D80 has a startup time of 0.18 seconds, a 2.5 inch LCD TFT screen that comes with 170 degree viewing, 3D Color Matrix Metering II, configurable Auto ISO, SD card, in-camera image retouching plus 11 point Auto Focusing. While not acknowledged as an action camera per se, the D80 can still provide 3 frames per second (fps) for up to 100 shots in Normal JPEG mode, the type you might draw on for snapshot prints and e-mail. It is also up-to-date with Nikon’s wireless flash and remote operation features. The innovative 11-area AF acquisition area attains focus more rapidly than we’ve witnessed in this class of camera. You can utilize all 11 targets or switch the center target to wide frame operation, an excellent method to enlarge coverage.

Not only does the Nikon D80 possess the extraordinary eternal power of a recently charged battery that offers 2700 exposures with one charge, the camera also has a horde of Image Optimization alternatives that present you variations on aperture, shutter speed and image color renditions too. Its original user interface presents easier access to formidable and easy to use development tools. It was extremely effortless to figure out the controls and swiftly bring about amendments to things that are of concern. Brilliant ergonomics make this camera a pleasure to utilize.

Using both the kit lens, the Nikon 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR AF-S DX and Nikon 50mm f/1.8D AF Nikkor offer a great deal of versatility in the images. The kit lens is terrific for good lighting and outdoor shots that might require zoom or a wide angle and does not require a higher aperture.

The Nikon 50mm f/1.8D AF Nikkor offers a greater depth of field by way of its higher aperture and is better for low light and portrait shots. Collectively they cover 99% of what you will need to acquire most pictures.

The kit lens, the Nikon 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR AF-S DX is the way out to a low-priced lens with more than average quality. It feels much hardy as compared with most other kit lens presented with contesting dslrs and delivers a focus ring which is positioned farther back and not as difficult to use. Not only are the kit lens more ergonomic for the customer, the optics offered with this lens are better to boot. Plus, the Nikon 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR AF-S DX is practically the same as to 27-200 in 35mm photography. It appears great, zooms smoothly, and balances suitably. The Silent Wave Motor is quiet, high-speed and easy, and also gives instantaneous manual focus. The internal focus is just what the doctor ordered for anybody using polarizing filters and also allows for a more useful tulip shaped lens hood. Lastly, image quality is excellent!

To conclude, the D80 is an outstanding traveling buddy. It has a reliable feel plus durable body build, yet is not a hindrance on your shoulder or pack. Right about everything you require for field work is easy to get to right from the body, with the menu giving other layers of goodies. At 10+ megapixels it surely provides sufficient resolution for large-scale prints, to add the color rendition plus sharpness out of the box is admirable. The camera is made to attract both the step-up as well as advanced amateur, armed with its Digital Vari-Program modes and as many overrides and rendition options as even the most dissatisfied customer possibly will necessitate. With 11 AF points the D80 outdoes its rivalry plus gives a greater extent of flexibility as to where it is able to focus.

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