Nikon D80 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: Digital SLR camera Nikon's D80 digital SLR breaks new ground for the company by introducing 10-megapixel resolution at a mid-range price point, a move that has naturally seen it being compared to Canon's 400D. But it's a comparison that isn't really ...

Verdict: Although it is slightly smaller and lighter than the D70s, the D80 retains a similar design philosophy while still managing to pack in a larger, 2.5-inch, 230,000 pixel LCD. In particular, the D80 sacrifices none of the ergonomic comfort of the D70s; ...

Award: A-List!

Review summary: A superb DSLR that's a joy to use, but the high price and poor software damage value

Verdict: There's also the fully configurable ISO auto mode that allows you to set the minimum shutter speed at which ISO sensitivity is increased, as well as the maximum allowable setting. Unlike the Pentax's similar system, there's also a 3200-equivalent mode ...

Review summary: The Nikon D80 is a 10.2-megapixel DSLR for just under $1,000. It's a successor to the 6.1-megapixel D70s, Nikon's wildly popular consumer model. It's also competition for the Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi, the Sony alpha A100, the Olympus EVOLT E-500 ...

Pros: - Good control interface - Excellent auto focus - Controls Nikon flashes wirelessly - Good image quality - Handles noise well at high ISOs (improvement over D200) - Solid construction

Cons: - Slow burst mode - Some colors very oversaturated - Weak in-camera sharpening doesn't maximize resolution - Color reproduction not as accurate as we would have liked - Better dust seals - SD cards not compatible with other Nikon DSLRs

Verdict: The 10-megapixel Nikon D80 is a success in a conservative way. Nikon didn't add the dust reduction system or stabilization that many competitors are introducing this year. Still, it has most of what the D200 has for hundreds of dollars less, and adds ...

Review summary: Though it's priced higher than Canon's Digital Rebel XTi and Sony's Alpha 100, the Nikon D80 delivers a lot of extra bang for the buck. In fact, users who are considering the Canon EOS 30D will want to take a close look at this camera.

Pros: Large LCD ; excellent image quality ; sturdy build ; very good in-camera editing features ; extensive feature set

Cons: Switch to Secure Digital card media is a hassle for users who have invested in CompactFlash cards

Verdict: Users of the D70s will be impressed by the D80's new design. It's significantly smaller than the D70s, yet still very comfortable to hold, thanks to its textured finish, large handgrip, and sturdy metal body. Experienced Nikon shooters will feel right ...

Award: Recommended!

Review summary: Nikon joins the entry level digital SLR party and makes it even harder for you to choose.

Verdict: The D80 is another superb camera in Nikon's increasingly impressive DSLR range. It is expensive and complicated, but it is also extremely well made, incredibly versatile and capable of fantastic picture quality. However it is surrounded by some very ...