Nikon D60 Reviews

7.7 out of 10

Nikon D60

10.2 megapixels

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User Score (1772)

9.4
Expert Score (46)

7.7
Design (23)

7.8
Value for money (37)

7.5
Features (40)

7.4
Ease of use (53)

8.2
Performance (69)

7.8
Picture quality (98)

8.1

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Manufacturer's Description

Creative features, extensive dust reduction, and incredible picture quality in a compact body.

Compact body, ergonomically designed to fit in your hand naturally and comfortably.
Superior image quality thanks to 10.2 megapixels and Nikon’s exclusive EXPEED concept for high-quality enlargements, fine detail and smooth tonal reproduction
Nikon Integrated Dust Reduction System includes original Airflow Control System and Image Sensor Cleaning for protection against…

Specifications

Format

SLR
Max resolution

3872 x 2592
Low resolution

2896 x 1944, 1936 x 1296
Image ratio w:h

3:2
Effective pixels

10.2 million
Sensor photo detectors

10.8 million
Sensor size

23.6 x 15.8 mm (3.72 cm²)
Pixel density

2.7 MP/cm²
Sensor type

CCD
ISO rating

Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, (plus 3200 with boost)

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Nikon D60

The Nikon D60 is a 10.2 MP 2.5” 230K LCD Digital Camera with AF-S DX VR NIKKOR 18-55mm Lens. It is a replacement for the practically identical D40x. It weighs 1 lb. 1 oz. and its dimensions are 5.0 x 3.7 x 2.5 in. (126 x 94 x 64mm), (W x H x D). It comes with a number of accessories, some of which include EN-EL9 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, MH-23 Quick Charger, UC-E4 USB Cable, DK-20 Rubber Eyecup, AN-DC1 Camera Strap, BF-1A Body Cap, DK-5 Eyepiece Cap, BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cover, Software…

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Features

The Nikon D60 has a default ISO set at ISO 100 and has a flash sync speed of 1/200. The finder gives 95% coverage horizontally and vertically with its eye-level penta-Dach mirror single-lens reflex viewfinder. The magnification is 0.8x with 50mm f/1.4 lens at infinity. For the eyepoint, at normal diopter setting, it is 18mm. The dioptometric adjustment ranges from -1.7 to +0.5 diopters. The Nikon D60 uses a Type B BriteView Clear Matte screen Mark V as a focusing screen. The AF system in use is the Nikon Multi-CAM 530 autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection with 3 AF points. The detection range is specified to be between -1 to +19 EV (ISO 100, 20 degrees C/68 degrees F). This camera uses a 10 Mp CCD sensor and is capable of producing image sizes of 3,872 x 2,592 native (Large), also 2,896 x 1,944 (Medium) and 1,936 x 1,296 (Small). The shutter is an electronically-controlled, vertical-travel, focal-plane shutter with speeds of 1/400o to 30 seconds in steps of 1/3 EV. There are 4 release modes: single frame, continuous, self-timer and remote control. The camera uses Nikon’s latest Creative Lighting System for its flash exposure system. Its LCD displays measure at 2.5” with a sensor to turn it off when the Nikon D60 is put to the eye. The rated battery life is 500 shots per CIPA. Additional features include Active Dust Reduction System with Airflow control that automatically reduces the amount of dust that reaches the sensor. Besides that, the Nikon D60 also allows for in-camera image editing through its enhanced retouch menu which includes features such as Nikon D-Lighting, Red-Eye Correction, Image Trim, Image Overlay, Monochrome, as well as filter effects to provide creative freedom.

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Pros & Cons

comfortable controls, bright lcd, strong construction, easy to use, small lag time

exposed lcd, slow sensor, poor in low light, slow focus, shaky operation

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Expert Reviews

Nikon D60 Digital SLR Camera

Reviewer: iTech News Net
21 May 2009
Nikon announced the new D60 digital SLR camera. Nikon D60 features a 10.2 Megapixel CCD image sensor, ISO rating up to 1600, dust cleaning function and a 2.5-inch LCD display. The D60 also comes with the Stop-Motion Movie mode that allows “users to create stop-animation movie clips from a series of as many as 100 consecutive JPEG picture files.” It supports SD and SDHC memory cards. It will be available at the beginning of March. Read the rest of this entry » Read more
Camera Test: Nikon D60

Reviewer: Pop Photo
25 April 2009
Nikon hit the bull's-eye with its entry-level 6.1MP Nikon D40 and 10.2MP D40x DSLRs. The low price and high performance of both cameras lured scores of compact-shooters into the Nikon DSLR fold. Now, Nikon is predicting that its latest model, the 10.2MP D60 ($749, street, with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G Vibration Reduction AF-S DX Nikkor lens), will be an even bigger hit. Read more
Nikon D60

Reviewer: TopTenREVIEWS
04 April 2009

Overall 9

To see full-size pictures captured with the Nikon D60, click here. The point of purchasing an entry level DSLR like the D60 is you want to take better pictures, and you want to learn how. While there are automatic settings for taking pics, and a DSLR will take great ones with those settings, you’ll take even better photos when you learn how to effectively use your camera. Becoming familiar with terms like shutter speed, aperture, focus, and ISO settings is key to good... Read more
Reviews: Nikon D60, Nikon Digital SLR, DSLR, Nikon, digital camera, interchangeable lens camera

Reviewer: Electronics Made Easy
04 March 2009

Overall 10

If you are ready to take the step up from an advanced point and shoot to a digital SLR, the Nikon definitely deserves to be on your short list. It’s priced competitively when compared to the competition. In fact, with the exception of the now budget-priced D40 (at only 6.1 MP), it’s the most reasonably priced Nikon digital SLR ever produced. And they didn’t scrimp on the build quality in order to achieve the price point, either. Read more
Reviewer: ModSynergy
25 February 2009
The Nikon D60 is an entry-level DSLR that is affordable, has excellent image quality, great ergonomics and is loaded with features such as in-camera processing and in-camera editing. There’s not much to dislike about this camera. Needless to say I think it will suffice for the people Nikon is targeting. The camera body is strong, comfortable to handle and is light enough that it won’t pose problems during extended shooting sessions. If you’re shopping for... Read more

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User Reviews

Camera but not the fillers

Reviewer: Amazon
5 days ago See Product at Amazon ($499.00)

Overall 6

I went for this product [Nikon D60 Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm AF-S VR Zoom Lens + Nikon 55-200mm AF-S VR Zoom Lens + 16GB SD Card + EN-EL9 Battery + Case] after a few weeks of on-line research and after having read several camera reviews. I am returning to Nikon-brand after about 10 years of using other brands and honestly I feel a bit disappointed at the general feel of the quality of the Nikon equipments nowadays. The camera itself is OK-ish but everything seems... Read more
I would buy this product again

Reviewer: Ritz Camera
2 weeks ago

Overall 10

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Read more
Reviewer: PC Connection
14 April 2009

Overall 10

Ease of use 8

Performance 10

Picture quality 10

The D60 is a great digital SLR camera. It is easy to use using the auto feature. I will experiment some more with the other features. It is a great buy since you get two lenses with the camera. Read more
Reviewer: Epinions
13 March 2009

Overall 10

I bought the Nikon D60 Gold Edition with the 18-50 lens. And absolutely love it! I cannot get over how easy it is to use. I bought the camera because i plan on taking photography classes and needed a SRL camera. I am very happy with the pictures Ive ... Read more
looks awesome

Reviewer: Aaron the snapper, CameraWorld.com
05 March 2009

Overall 8

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Read more