Nikon D60 Digital SLR Camera

Nikon Updated: 2008-04-10 RSS

* 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 dust
* Active D-Lighting automatically compensates highlighted or shadowy areas while you shoot, creating images with natural contrast– even in difficult lighting
* Advanced three-point AF system offers fast, efficient and precise autofocus
* Nikon 3D Color Matrix Metering II for ideal exposures in almost any lighting situation
* Quick 0.19-second power-up to respond to every photographic opportunity
* Fast continuous shooting mode enables up to 100 JPEG images (FINE L-size or smaller) at 3 frames* per second
*The fastest frame rates can be achieved by choosing manual focus, rotating the mode dial to S or M and selecting a shutter speed of 1/250 s. or faster, using defaults for all other settings
* A wide variety of Retouch Menus, including Quick Retouch, Stop-motion Movie and NEF (RAW) Processing to create duplicate images with amazing photo effects within the camera
* A large 2.5-in. LCD monitor with viewing angle of approx. 170 degrees in all directions
* Practical information display with choices of color variations in three formats: Classic, Graphic and Wallpaper. Can also be displayed in vertical position
* Handy assist images that help photographers select the right camera settings
* The new Eye Sensor turns off the LCD monitor automatically when you look through the viewfinder
* Bright and clear viewfinder with 0.8x magnification for precise composition
* Long-life rechargeable lithium-ion battery that allows up to 500 images* with the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR on a single charge (*CIPA standards)
* Eight Digital Vari-Programs that adjust camera settings automatically for incredible scene-specific pictures
* Built-in flash with Nikon’s dependable i-TTL flash control
* Supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System when using the SB-800, SB-600, SB-400, SB-R200 or the Wireless Close-Up Speedlight system R1C1. Offers accurate exposures via i-TTL flash
* Included Nikon ViewNX software makes browsing and organizing your images easy
* Capture NX software (optional) for amazingly simple and creative photo editing, thanks to U Point™ technology, by Nik Software Inc.

Nikon D60 Specifications

Effective pixels: 10.2 million
Image sensor: 23.6 x 15.8 mm CCD sensor, total pixels: 10.75 million
Image size (pixels): 3,872 x 2,592 [L], 2,896 x 1,944 [M], 1,936 x 1,296 [S]
ISO sensitivity (Recommended Exposure Index): ISO 100 - 1,600 in steps of 1 EV. Can also be set to approx. 1 EV (ISO 3200 equivalent) above ISO 1600
Media: SD memory cards, SDHC compliant
Monitor: 2.5-in., approx. 230k-dot, low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD, brightness adjustment and with automatic defeat via Eye Sensor
Exposure metering: 3D Color Matrix Metering II, Center-Weighted and Spot Metering
Exposure modes: Digital Vari-program (Auto, Auto [flash off], Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close up, Night portrait), Programmed auto (P) with flexible program, Shutter-priority auto (S), Aperture-priority auto (A), Manual (M)
Interface: Hi-Speed USB, Data transfer protocol: MTP, PTP
Power sources: One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9, AC Adapter EH-5a (optional, used with optional Power Connector EP-5)
Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 126 x 94 x 64 mm (5.0 x 3.7 x 2.5 in.)
Weight: Approx. 495 g (1 lb. 1 oz.) without battery, memory card or body cap