Nikon D80 10.2 Megapixel Digital SLR Camera Body Only - Cameras - Imaging Resource

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10.2 Megapixels Nikon DX format CCD imaging sensor New high-resolution Nikon image-processing engine Instant 0.18 sec. start-up with fast 80ms shutter response Continuous shooting at up to 3 frames per second and up to 100 consecutive JPEG images Up to 2,700 images per battery charge Nikon 3D Color Matrix Metering II, plus Variable Center-Weighted and Spot Metering In-Camera Image Editing with Retouching Menu Built-in Speedlight with Nikon i-TTL flash metering and two-group Wireless Commander 11-area AF system with Wide-area Center Segment and Auto-area AF functions Large, bright 0.94x viewfinder Built-in Slideshow function with Pictmotion

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Memory Type: Secure Digital (SD) Card

LCD Screen Size: 2.5 in

Camera Type: Digital SLR Camera

Megapixels: 10.2 Megapixel

Lens Mount: Interchangeable

Weight: 20.64

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Product Title: Nikon D80 10.2 Megapixel Digital SLR Camera Body Only

Manufacturer: Nikon

Lowest Price: $975.00 from Amazon.com

Power Score: 4.6 | 32 Reviews

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Good All Around Camera

Strengths: camera feels good in hand, not too heavy, fast powerup, lots of menu features, vari-programs excellent for novice

Weakness: Metering, autofocus problems in low light, durability, LCD can't be relied upon for exposure, underpowered flash

While I am overall satisifed with my D80, there are a few systemic problems with this camera that new buyers need to be aware of. First, there are some cameras that may come with hot pixels in the image sensor. Every single photo will have a glitch in it if you get one of these. The metering tends to be overexpose a lot of things. The camera has so many options that it is easy to set them and...
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By aldewitt - Jun 13, 2008

$750 refurbished? It's a STEAL!

Strengths: Many settings, strong build, great ergonomics, big 2.5" screen, 10.2 MP, meter is extremely accurate, wireless flash commander mode, bright viewfinder.

Weakness: Battery life could be a bit better. Plan on getting a vertical battery grip.

I bought this camera refurbished from Adorama. I have to say, it doesn't look or feel refurbished. Looks brand new, feel brand new. Amazing how Nikon reconditions their cameras. Flawless. This is my 2nd Nikon DSLR. My first was a D50. The D50 suited me pretty well, but I had grown with it and beyond it. I had to sell the D50 anyway. The D80 has settings and functionality that the D50 lacked, like...
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By sgtdisturbed47 - Oct 27, 2007

Arguably the best (current) sub $1,000 10MP DSLR on the market

Strengths: Hi res sharp pictures, great color, lots of customizible menu items, fast AF, very low noise

Weakness: RAW processing software extra, no built-in sensor dust remover, no built-in sensor image stabilization like competition

This is my very first DSLR but I've owned a film SLR (canon)and "point and shoot" digital cameras (Canon A30, Canon G3, and Casio EX750) for many years. I wanted to wait to buy a DSLR until the MP count was in double digits and the price was right (under $1,000). So in Septemeber there were 3 10MP models that came out almost simultaneously! So I was faced with deciding among the Canon XTi, Sony Alpha, and Nikon D80. All 3 have different features and pros and cons. All 3 are major industry players with great reputations. So why did I choose the Nikon D80? Well, I'll explain below...

I will not get technical in my review. You can find plenty of reviews on the web with tech specs and test results. Instead, I'll give my impression of the camera, why I chose this model, why you should consider this model, and how it worked for me so far. I purchaed the D80 BODY only and used a 3rd party lens (Tamron 17-50mm f2.8) on my review.

Even though the Sony has a built in (sensor) image stabilization and the Canon a built in sensor dust (shake) removal system, I didn't think those (major) features on each model made a difference for me. Also those 2 models cost about $100 cheaper than the D80. I wanted a DSLR with the best picture quality, excellent color reproduction, solid build, good ergonomics, good performance, and excellent overall quality. To me, the D80 fit those criteria. I'm sure the Sony and Canon are also great DSLR cameras and many people will love using them. But based on the research, reviews I read, and sample photos I saw, the Nikon D80 had the slight edge in meeting my criteria.

The D80 also has post processing features built in the camera like image correction - Dlighting for changing the contrast, brightness of an image. There are others correction tools as well. You can do these changes on a copy and the original is still intact. Nice feature, but most users would probably want to do their post processing on Photoshop. The D80 also has a nice slideshow feature (Picmotion) that you can show on a TV monitor. It uses the pan and zoom action on each photo and you can also select it to play with built in music. Nice feature but sometimes the contantly moving picture can give you a headache! So these features are unique to this Nikon DSLR. I don't believe any other current DSLR has these.

I recently used the D80 (with the SB800 flash unit) at my cousin's wedding. The photos I captured came out great! I did get a few overexposed pictures (with flash) but that was user (my) error and not the camera's fault. I shot in RAW (NEF)+JPG. I plan to use the Photoshop RAW processing when it comes out for the D80 later this year. I also tried a RAW processing program called Bibble (trial version). It's works for the D80 and has some great RAW Processing commands. I will also TRY the Nikon CR software, but I have no plans on purchasing it. I'll stick with the PSCS2 CR version unless I find the other RAW proc programs superior.

It's too bad Nikon doesn't include their Nikon Capture NX (raw processing) software with this camera. I end up using Adobe's (just released for D80) RAW plugin for CS2. The adobe software works very well with the NEF raw files. So you can save $175 by using Adobe's.

Would I love to have the built in IS and dust removal? Would I love to pay $100 less? Get the RAW processing software included? Yes, yes, and yes! But those features will probably be standard features in all DSLR's in the next few years. The digital camera world is contantly changing and in 12-18 months there will be new models with more MP, more features, and cheaper prices. I find the D80 has the best PICTURE TAKING features, and I'm very happy with my Nikon D80.

By robsf23 - Nov 16, 2006

The best sub $1000 DSLR

Strengths: Solid built, superior handling, all control buttons nicely layout, ergonomics, top LCD information display panel, industry leading flash technology

Weakness: Does not include Capture NX software

This is my first DSLR after waiting for this technology to be more mature. By comparing the specs and features to D100 and D70s, this camera really blows them away completely. It is a strip down version of D200, but many nice features still remains on D80. I am so glad that it uses SD card which I believe this will be the trend of the future. The viewfinder is truly bright and clear comparing...
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By wong618 - Oct 16, 2006

Nikon D80 Digital Camera

Strengths: Excellent pictures, relatively light weight, plenty of options for customization, designed for both beginners and advanced users, good value.

Weakness: Common weaknesses for D-SRL cameras: bulky to carry when lens, bags and other accessaries are added; no video function; big problem if battery runs out suddenly; 1.5x focal length conversion.

I own a Nikon N80 camera so happy to find that the general layout of buttons is similar to that of N80, which makes it easier to familiarize myself with this camera. Moreover, I can use all my existing lens. I took a few pictures at home and find the quality of picture very good. I can use SD cards I already have, and delighted to find that my MMC card can be used too. I do think this camera...
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By seeever - Oct 26, 2006

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