Nikon D90 review
Verdict
Even if we ignore the camera's movie function, Nikon has done a mighty fine job in delivering such a camera as the D90. The D80 proved to be a successful model for Nikon, and inheriting the finer points of its more advanced models has allowed Nikon to expand and improve the camera's feature set. Following such successful models does, however, mean that our expectations of it are slightly higher, but it's good to see that rather than changing a winning formula Nikon has simply made it a more refined one.
In truth there is very little 'wrong' with the camera, with only the limitations posed by its movie function being slightly at odds. Time and advances in technology will see to this, and given the movie mode's infancy it would be unreasonable to expect it to be fully formed and of video-camera-killing capabilities. If it is used in the same manner as current video modes on compacts are, then Nikon should be lauded for killing two birds with one stone, but whether this technology will surpass that of the more traditional video camera is something we'll only find out in due course.
Perhaps best of all, the model provides an arguably more appealing alternative to the D300, a camera many people still have their eye on. Being cheaper, smaller, lighter, and with such an all-encompassing spec list, it's easy to see why Nikon is targeting it towards such a broad consumer base, and I'd be genuinely surprised if the model doesn't prove to be another success for Nikon.
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June 22 20:24
bob
Bought the d90 after having my Eos 400d stolen in Venice!!!!!!!!!.........didnt like the 450 so chose Nikon outfit........love the camera heavier then the Eos but feels great in the hands and the viewfinder is stunning,have not taken many pics yet........maybe I should try and get back to Venice!!
February 09 00:19
Azhar
After reading for such a along time in the magazine and on the web,only two company's I finely decided to look for canon and nikon,there is nothing between them a part from their different name.So started to look for Canon 450D,500D, Nikon D3000, D5000,but trust me when you feel the D90 in your hand you know you holding some thing good and solid, Never had DSLR before but trust me if you like taking picture them nothing touches D90 for the price and picture quality.I went for the body only with 18-200 VRll lens 50mm lens and with speed 600 flush gun.I will never touch point and shoot camera again.My advice just go and feel the camera before you buy anything else.Yes nikon D5000 and canon 500D, will do the same thing but doing with Nikon D90 feels great good to hold and operate.
February 09 16:32
wixy
Bought the D90 with the 18-105 lens although I actually wanted the 18-200 offered on USA models ... as I was going to the snowy wastes of Antarctica (In summer though !). Camera perfromed magnificently. No problems with low temperatures and didn't need the two spares I tool ! Shooting Albatross (with the camera that is) was not easy and I needed to use both a high capacity 8gb card with a high speed download ExtremeIII. Shot in RAW/JEP and the camera kept up all the time. Conditions in the cold and damp had no effect on performance. The only question I wonder is whether or not I would have been better to buy a body only and the Tamron 18-270 lens to save on weight? ONly criticism ..the lens cap has no place for an attachment cord ! silly but relevant. Solved problem by always using a UV filter ...but there are times when I wouldn't wish to impare what is otherwise a fine lens with a front filter.
August 19 13:22
python
A great tutorial. Gotta get my DSLR right away. Some of my pictures can be viewed here http://dslrjourney.blogspot.com