The Nikon D80 digital SLR, with its 10-megapixel sensor, borrows much technology from the more expensive D200 model. Is it the enthusiast photographers dream? The What Digital Camera Nikon D80 review investigates...
Nikon D80 Review
Verdict
Nikon has produced another winner with the Nikon D80, reinforcing the strength of its DSLR line-up. The D80 is a worthy successor to the incredibly popular D70. If you are keen to progress your photography with a DSLR, or even want to produce better-quality images than you could with your previous Nikon, the D80 offers a cheaper alternative to the D200.
Details
Compression:RAW uncompressed, JPEG Fine, Normal, Basic
Viewfinder Type:Reflex
PC Socket:-
Output Size:3872 x 2592, 2896 x 1944, 1936 x 1296
AF Points:11 AF points
Colour Temp Control:Yes
Field of View:95%
LCD:2.5" TFT LCD, 230,000 pixels
Focal Length Mag:1.5
Max Flash Sync:-
Sensor:APS-C 10.8MP/10.2MP eff
White Balance Bracket:Yes
DoF Prview:Auto, Manual
Other:-
Dust Reduction:No
Metering System:3D colour matrix metering II
Built-in Image Stabilisation:No
Live Mode:No
Exposure Modes:Auto, P, AP, SP, M, Sc, ±5EV
Weight:585g
Connectivity:Li-Ion
Power:Li-ion
File Format:NEF 12-bit or 14-bit (uncompressed, lossless compressed or compressed RAW) TIFF(RGB)JPEG
Dimensions:132 x 103 x 77mm
Shutter Speeds:30 to 1/4000 sec
Focusing Modes:Multi-CAM 1000
Drive Mode:3fps: 100 JPEG / 6 RAW
Colour Space:sRGB (skin colour), Adobe RGB (material colour), sRGB (landscapes)
Cable Release:Wireless Remote Control ML-L3, Remote Cord MC-DC1
Exposure Comp:±5 EV in increments of 1/3EV
Memory Card:SD
Shutter Type:Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal plane shutter
Built-in Flash:Built in/ Hotshoe
Lens Mount:Nikon F
White Balance:6 presets plus kelvin
ISO:100-1600 + Boost
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