Nikon D90 Digital DSLR Camera Review

Nikon released their first camera in 1948 (the Nikon 1). They were determined to make the very best camera.  Leica was the undisputed leader in 35mm cameras, so Nikon set about to improve upon this camera and created various Nikon models through 1959. In May of 1959, the Nikon F single-lens reflex (SLR) camera was introduced and quickly became the unconfirmed standard of photo journalists and other professional photographers.  The F had interchangeable viewfinders, focusing screens and lenses. (Many of these lenses can be used on new Nikon digital cameras being made today). With these new F cameras Nikon bypassed Leica as the new world leader

By offering what users want -- and need -- to capture sensational pictures, Nikon cameras have continued to be the standards against which all other cameras are measured.  It has been said, "Canons are designed by engineers, Nikons are designed by photographers". You can get it here from Amazon  or B&H Photo

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  • Nikon D90 Review New 12 MP DX. $999 USA, $1,299 with Nikkor 18-105 VR kit lens. This camera is the successor to the D80 • The Nikon D90 is a 12.3-megapixel DX-format camera. Fusing 12.3-megapixel image quality inherited from the award-winning D300 with ground breaking features, the D90's breathtaking, low-noise image quality is further advanced with EXPEED image processing. The D90 works with all normal AF, AF-I, AF-D and AF-S lenses in fact it works with all AF lenses made since 1986.


    Included: (May vary by area, especially if you order from any store in Brooklyn): EN-EL3e battery • MH-18a charger • DK-5 eyepiece cap • DK-21 Rubber Eyecup • UC-E4 USB cable • EG-D2 AV cable • AN-DC1 Strap • BM-10 LCD Monitor Cover • Body Cap • BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cover • Software CD • Nikon ViewNX browsing and editing software, which also does raw (NEF) image adjustments and conversions. Nikon View is one of the few good software programs from Nikon.

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    Nikon D90 - Introduced August 27, 2008
    Active D-Lighting Select from Auto, Extra high, High, Normal, Low, or Off
    Autofocus • 11 area TTL
    • Nikon Multi-CAM1000
    Battery Standard EN-EL3e battery (D80, D200, D300, D700, etc.). Rated 850 shots with 50% flash
    Built-in Flash Guide number 17 (ISO 200)
    Compatible Lenses • DX AF NIKKOR: All functions possible
    • D-/G-type AF NIKKOR (excluding IX NIKKORlenses): All functions possible (excluding PC Micro- NIKKOR)
    • AF NIKKOR other than D-/G-type (excluding lenses for F3AF): All functions except 3D-Color Matrix Metering II possible
    • AI-P NIKKOR: All functions except Autofocus, 3D-Color Matrix Metering II possible
    • Non-CPU AI NIKKOR: Autofocus not supported. Can be used in exposure modes A and M but exposure meter does not function. Electronic range finder can be used if maximum aperture is 5.6 or faster; Color Matrix Metering and aperture value display supported if user provides
    Continuous Shooting • 4.5 fps
    • 23 / 6 frames (JPEG / RAW)
    Dimensions 132 x 103 x 77 mm (5.2 x 4.1 x 3.0 in)
    External Flash Shoe Yes
    Image Presets • Standard
    • Neutral
    • Vivid
    • Monochrome
    • Landscape
    • Portrait
    • Storage for up to nine Custom Picture Controls
    Image Processing Engine • Expeed
    • 12 bit
    Image Sizes • 4,288 x 2,848 (12 MP)
    • 3,216 x 2,136
    • 2,144 x 1,424
    In-camera Retouching • D-Lighting
    • Red-eye reduction
    • Trimming
    • Monochrome & filter effects
    • Color balance
    • Small picture
    • Image overlay
    • NEF (RAW) processing
    • Quick retouch
    • Straighten
    • Distortion control
    • Fisheye
    Kit Lens 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G DX VR
    LCD Monitor • 3.0" TFT LCD
    • 920,000 pixel TFT (RGB x 3 colors)
    • 170 degree viewing angle
    • Removable protective cover
    Lens Servo • Single-servo AF (AF-S)
    • Continuous-servo AF (AF-C)
    • Automatic AF-S/AF-C (AF-A)
    • 3D Tracking AF (11 points)
    • Manual focus (M)
    Live View Yes
    Memory Card No CF Card - Only SD card. SD cards don't come in professional speed grades, like Lexar 300x and 233x and SanDisk Extreme IV, and SD card readers aren't available in Firewire to support those speeds. It takes too long to download photos in the large quantities shot by pros. This is too bad, as the D90 is good for pro needs in every other way
    Mirror Lock-up No
    Movie mode Yes
    Other • Scene Recognition System
    • Face Detection
    • Calendar Display
    • New information display on main LCD
    • Vignetting control in-camera
    Sensitivity • ISO 200 - 3200
    • ISO 100-6400 with boost
    Sensor • 12.3 million effective pixels
    • 23.6 x 15.8 mm CMOS (DX format)
    Sensor Cleaning • Image Sensor Cleaning
    • Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX 2 software required)
    Shutter Speed 30 to 1/4000 sec. in steps of 1/3, 1/2, 1 EV
    Viewfinder Frame coverage • Approx. 96%
    White Balance • Auto
    • 6 presets
    • Kelvin color temperature
    • Manual preset (immediate or from photo)
    Weight • No battery: 620 g (1.4 lb)
    • With battery: 703 g (1.6 lb)

    In The Field: 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 Nikon's 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 D90's cinematic-quality 24-fps HD D-Movie mode. Buy it at Adorama or     B&H Photo Video

    - The first DSLR with high definition movie capability demands new skills and techniques, and this is the only guide that can help the advanced amateur master them - Written by best-selling author and Nikon technical expert Simon Stafford. - The DVD allows new owners to learn from the experts Magic Lantern Guides: Nikon D90

    Tutorial DVD, over 80 minutes. Play on any DVD player worldwide (recommended) or CD-ROM Drive (may require additional software). Take full advantage of your camera's impressive features by following this authoritative DVD guide. The experts at Magic Lantern go far beyond the camera instruction book to show you exactly what you need to know to get great pictures. Created by photographers for photographers, this over 80 minute, in-depth, instructional DVD is like having a personal workshop on the camera. You can learn at your own pace and easily nagivate between different topics and review specific chapters at anytime. Whether this is your first digital SLR or you are an experienced digital photographer, you'll soon be taking great pictures and expanding your creative boundaries with your Nikon D90. You'll learn about: - Features & Controls - Image Quality & Formats - Shooting Modes - Menu Navigation & Custom Settings - Choosing the Best Focus Mode - Flash Photography - Getting Exposure & White Balance Right - 24 fps D-Movie mode and much more! Nikon D90 Magic Lantern DVD Guides - TUTORIAL DVD

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