Unlimited Continuous mode at 3 frames per second in JPEG
Excellent viewfinder
Solidly built
Large LCD
Excellent image quality
Sturdy build
Very good in-camera editing features
Extensive feature set.
Good control interface
Excellent auto focus
Controls Nikon flashes wirelessly
Good image quality
Handles noise well at high ISOs (improvement over D200)
Solid construction
Excellent color rendition and noise levels
Large feature set
Highly customizable
Lightning-fast performance.
Outstanding image quality
Full manual-control
Built-in flash works well
Quick startup times
High-end resolution
Bright and sharp LCD
Sturdy body
Many features
Such as incamera editing
Image quality
Fast start up
Customisable control
USB 2.0 connectivity
Programmable “FUNC” button
Build
Ease of use
In-camera editing
Help menu system.
The editors didn't like
Higher price than rival 10Mpixel DSLRs
No physical anti-dust feature
No anti-shake in standard kit
RAW adjustment software not included
Flash X-Sync speed reduced to 1/200 second
Maximum shutter speed is now 1/4000. (Compared to 1/500 and 1/8000 for the D70/D70S - But the upside is theres no "blooming" on severe overexposure.)
Contrast adjustment has limited range
Needs to...
High sensitivity (ISO) noise levels higher than Canon EOS 400D
Noise reduction can be intrusive
Although adjustable
More grain-like appearance
Default sharpness level perhaps still a little conservative
Disappointing automatic white balance performan...
Slightly more expensive than then the competition.
Some noise above 400 ISO
Complexity of some Custom options
No PC terminal for third party flash
No RAW tools available with PictureProject
The supplied software
Switch to Secure Digital card media is a hassle for users who have invested in CompactFlash cards.
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
Excellent resolution, lots of detail, not a leap from eight megapixels, but certainly from six, Excellent build quality, tight shut lines, quality materials, Instant power on, very responsive, very short black-out time, very fast media write, Fast, accura...
High sensitivity (ISO) noise levels higher than Canon EOS 400D, Noise reduction can be intrusive, although adjustable, more grain-like appearance, Default sharpness level perhaps still a little conservative, Disappointing automatic white balance performan...
The number of cons, and the fact that there are no serious ones, is a testament to the thought and work that has gone into the D80s design. Its one of those cameras which just feels right and sorted from the moment you pick it up. Things just get ...
Abstract: The Nikon D80 is the long-awaited replacement the the best-selling D70 and D70s digital SLRs. Its basically a D200 with a slightly different CCD sensor (though still 10 Megapixel) and a slower burst rate. And at $999 for the body only and $1299 wit...
Abstract: Arriving at my work this afternoon, I did my usual routine, checking out the new arrivals. At the back of the pile, a pair of Nikon D80s, fresh from their shipping box. The camera isnt scheduled to be available to consumers for a few more weeks! So...
Images with high detail and low noise, Superior build quality and handling to rivals, Best viewfinder experience in its class, Superb metering, flash and AF performance
Higher price than rival 10Mpixel DSLRs, No physical anti-dust feature, No anti-shake in standard kit, RAW adjustment software not included
here’s how it measures up against several key models. Compared to Nikon D70s Despite being closer in many respects as a successor to the entry-level D50, the D80 officially replaces the D70s. There’s certainly many reasons to upgrade from the...
Abstract: back to top Compared to D200, D70, D50, D40 and Canon 5D and XTi. (hint: I own a D200, this D80 and now a D40. I always grab my D40 before I grab m...
Abstract: « Actiontec Internet Phone Wizard | Main | Sony Mylo preview » One Minute Video Preview: Nikon D80 Digital camera I managed to grab one of the D80 launch samples at the launch yesterday and shot this quick preview video out in the hallway. Its not the...
Since the D80 borrows so much of its features and user interface from the D200, most of what we liked about the D200 applies to the D80 as well. Hence, many of the items below are the same as for the D200.
Good build quality, very solid feel in the han...
Flash X-Sync speed reduced to 1/200 second, maximum shutter speed is now 1/4000. (Compared to 1/500 and 1/8000 for the D70/D70S - But the upside is theres no "blooming" on severe overexposure.)
Contrast adjustment has limited range, needs to...
Having now thoroughly tested a production sample of the Nikon D80, all our initial impressions have been confirmed, and we can give it our wholehearted endorsement. By any measure, the Nikon D80 is a superb photographic tool, offering value well beyond...
Abstract: As the most expensive camera on test, the D80 has its work cut out to compete with its cheaper DSLR rivals, especially as all have a 10-megapixel sensor, and the $1157 Sony matches the Nikon’s 18-70mm kit lens.But use the D80 for a couple of hou...
