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Nikon D80 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-135mm AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens
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Brand | Nikon |
Model Name | Nikon |
Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
Image Stabilization | Dual |
Metering Description | Evaluative, Spot, Center Weighted |
Exposure Control Type | Portrait mode, Night portrait, Landscape, Night landscape, Sports mode, Close-up |
Form Factor | Built-in |
Effective Still Resolution | 10.75 MP |
Special Feature | TFT-LCD with brightness adjustment |
Optical Zoom | 7.5 x |
About this item
- Includes 18-135mm AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lens
- Image optimization functions and in-camera image retouching
- 2.5-inch LCD display , power-up time of approximately 0.2 seconds
- 10.2-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for large, photo-quality prints
- RAW and JPEG capture , burst mode allows for capture of three frames per second for up to 100 pictures
- 10.2-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for large, photo-quality prints
- 2.5-inch LCD display; power-up time of approximately 0.2 seconds
- RAW and JPEG capture; burst mode allows for capture of three frames per second for up to 100 pictures
- Image optimization functions and in-camera image retouching
- Includes 18-135mm AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lens
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Picture quality | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 3.9 | 4.5 | 4.4 |
Auto focus | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.1 | 4.0 | 4.4 | 4.2 |
For beginners | 4.0 | 4.0 | — | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.0 |
Quality of material | 5.0 | 5.0 | — | — | — | 4.5 |
Battery life | 5.0 | 5.0 | — | — | — | 4.2 |
Sold By | Willoughby's Established 1898 | Willoughby's Established 1898 | Willoughby's Established 1898 | Willoughby's Established 1898 | Amazon.com | Digital Village |
display type | LCD display | LCD display | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD |
display size | 2.5 inches | 2.5 inches | — | 2 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches |
lens type | Zoom lens | Zoom lens | zoom | zoom | Wide Angle | Zoom |
zoom type | Optical | — | Optical Zoom | Optical | Optical Zoom | Optical Zoom |
shooting modes | Close-up, Landscape, Sports, Portrait, Night Portrait, Night landscape | Digital Vari-Program (Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Macro Close up, Sports, Night Landscape, Night Portrait), Programmed Auto [P] with flexible program; Shutter-Priority Auto [S]; Aperture Priority Auto [A]; Manual [M] | Close-up, Landscape, Portrait, Night Portrait, Vivid, Neutral, Monochrome, Custom | Landscape, Portrait, Close-up, Night Portrait, Children, Sports | Landscape; portrait mode; close-up; night portrait; food; sports mode | Movie |
connectivity tech | USB | USB | HDMI, USB | USB | NFC, HDMI, USB | wired, wireless |
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Auto Focus Technology | Contrast Detection |
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Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
Photo Sensor Technology | CCD |
Effective Still Resolution | 10.75 MP |
White balance settings | Auto, Custom, Cloudy, Shade, Flash torch |
JPEG quality level | Basic, Fine, Normal |
Camera Flash | Dedicated Camera Flash |
Image Stabilization | Dual |
Flash Sync Speed | 1/200_sec |
Supported Image Format | Compressed NEF (RAW), JPEG (Exif 2.21) |
Video Capture Resolution | 1080p |
Video Input Format | NTSC, PAL |
Video Standard | AVI |
Viewfinder Type | Fixed eye-level pentaprism |
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Screen Size | 2.5 Inches |
Display Type | LCD display |
Model Name | Nikon |
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Brand | Nikon |
Model Number | 9405 |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #105,790 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #164 in DSLR Cameras |
ASIN | B000HGIWN4 |
Color | Black |
Included Components | Battery, Remote, Body Cap, Eyecup, USB Cable, Instruction Manual |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.5 x 4.4 x 3.1 inches |
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Item Weight | 3 Pounds |
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Lens Type | Zoom lens |
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Optical Zoom | 7.5 x |
Zoom Type | Optical |
Autofocus Points | 11 |
Camera Lens Description | 18-135mm f&3.5 - f&5.6 DX Zoom-Nikkor lens with 7.5x zoom, ED (extra-low dispersion) glass elements and internal focusing |
Compatible Mountings | Nikon F |
Focus Type | Manual, Automatic |
Maximum Focal Length | 135 Millimeters |
Minimum Focal Length | 18 Millimeters |
Expanded ISO Maximum | 1600 |
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Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
Exposure Control Type | Portrait mode, Night portrait, Landscape, Night landscape, Sports mode, Close-up |
Metering Description | Evaluative, Spot, Center Weighted |
Light Sensitivity | ISO 100-1600 |
Shooting Modes | Landscape, Portrait, Night Portrait, Night landscape, Close-up, Sports |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
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Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Are Batteries Included | Yes |
Rechargeable Battery Included | No |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
Battery Description | Rechargeable lithium-ion EN-EL3e (included), MB-D80 battery pack (not included), 6 AA alkaline (not included), NiMH HR6 (not included), lithium FR6 (not included), nickel-manganese AA ZR6 (not included) |
Battery Weight | 1 Grams |
Software Included | PictureProject CD-ROM |
Target Gender | Unisex |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 3 |
Wireless Communication Technology | Yes |
Flash Memory Type | SD |
Special Feature | TFT-LCD with brightness adjustment |
Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
Skill Level | Professional |
Specific Uses For Product | Photography |
Supported Audio Format | Compressed NEF (RAW), JPEG (Exif 2.21) |
Form Factor | Built-in |
Hardware Interface | USB |
Photo Sensor Technology | CCD |
Product Description
Product Description
The D80 packs high performance and high resolution into a body that is more compact and slimmer than previous Nikon digital SLR cameras. True to Nikon's commitment to intuitive operation, the size, layout and operation of all buttons and controls are designed for maximum ease of use, and the included 18-55mm ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lens allows you to start shooting right away.
From the Manufacturer
The D80 packs high performance and high resolution into a body that is more compact and slimmer than previous Nikon digital SLR cameras. True to Nikon's commitment to intuitive operation, the size, layout and operation of all buttons and controls are designed for maximum ease of use, and the included 18-55mm ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lens allows you to start shooting right away.
Nikon D80 Highlights
10.2 effective megapixel Nikon DX format CCD Optimized to capture sharp details, the 10.2 effective megapixel CCD image sensor yields extraordinarily high-resolution images, providing plenty of freedom to crop creatively or print impressive enlargements.
Included 18-135mm AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lens A key advantage and one source of the fun associated with Nikon digital SLR photography is the ability to take advantage of the creative possibilities offered by interchangeable lenses. The new D80 offers seamless compatibility with Nikon's extensive family of high-performance AF Nikkor lenses, as well as the expanding family of digital-dedicated DX Nikkor lenses, providing superb color reproduction, razor-sharp image clarity, and fast and accurate autofocus performance.
This D80 camera kit comes with an 18-135mm AF-S DX Zoom Nikkor lens. Ideal as a normal lens designed exclusively for Nikon DX format SLRs, this 7.5x zoom provides superb versatility in a wide variety of shooting situations. Its new compact rod-type Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables ultra-high speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and super-quiet operation, its ED glass element achieves minimized chromatic aberration and superior optical performance, and its non-rotating front design provides for more convenient use with circular polarizing filters and the D80's Wireless Close-up Speed System.
The 18-135mm lens also enables quick switching between autofocus and manual operation, plus a seven-blade rounded diaphragm for more natural out-of-focus highlights. In addition, the Internal Focus (IF) system provides fast and quiet auto-focusing without changing the length of the lens, retaining subject-working distance through the focus range.
Advanced Auto Exposure system Consistently dependable exposure is the hallmark of Nikon's exclusive 3D-Color Matrix Metering II. Refinements for the D80 include its inheriting the advanced exposure evaluation system from the Nikon D2Xs and D200 digital SLR cameras. Brightness, color, contrast, selected focus area and camera-to-subject distance information is evaluated, with the results referenced against the expansive onboard database of exposure data from over 30,000 actual photographic scenes, and the final exposure value calculated--instantly. Variable-size center-weighted metering is also available, as are a choice of 11 spot meters linked to each of the 11-area AF system's area sensors.
Broad ISO-equivalent sensitivity range The D80 features extensive range for sure performance through diverse lighting conditions. Sensitivity can be set manually between ISO speeds of 100 and 1600 in 1/3-EV increments, or boosted even higher using the HI-0.3, HI-0.7 or HI-1 settings. Automatic sensitivity adjustment (ISO AUTO) is also available offering the freedom to concentrate on composition while the camera selects the right sensitivity for the shot.
Precision white balance Advanced Auto White Balance (AWB) produces natural coloration by matching white balance to the light source of the shot. Other flexible options include a choice of six specific manual settings with fine-tuning, (Incandescent, Fluorescent, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Cloudy, and Shade), as well as a preset option for using a gray or white object as a reference.
An 11-area autofocus system ensures precise focusing under varying shooting conditions 11-area AF system The D80 inherits Nikon's advanced Multi-CAM 1000 AF Sensor Module that recently debuted in the D200. Refinements to this new 11-area AF system ensure consistently fast and precise focus lock under varying shooting conditions, all while the addition of effective new focusing options instills photographers with greater confidence to get the desired shot. For example, while the system is able to use each of its 11 focus areas individually, the center sensor can also be switched to wide-frame operation for broader coverage. Refinements to the programming algorithms that control lens focus action further improve system response and focus precision, along with subject acquisition and tracking abilities.
Auto-area AF mode This new mode measures all 11 focus areas, automatically determines which of them are on the primary subject, and activates only those areas. During AF measurement, all focus areas that lie within the range of proper focus blink for easier confirmation.
Optimized color modes Nikon's advanced color reproduction system optimizes the three available color modes to best match the subject or intended use for the image.
- Mode Ia: Renders natural-looking skin tones out of the camera. (sRGB)
- Mode II: Realizes a wider color range suitable for processing or retouching. (Adobe RGB)
- Mode IIIa: Renders vivid landscape and floral colors out of the camera. (sRGB)
Instant start-up and immediate response The D80 starts up in approximately 0.18 seconds, so it's ready to shoot immediately. Its short shutter release time lag of approximately 80 milliseconds helps ensure instant response while shooting, as does the fast and precise focus of the new 11-area AF system with AF-assist illuminator. Images are processed and recorded extremely quickly. Preview images are displayed instantly.
The D80 is capable of shooting a rapid three frames per second in continuous bursts of up to 100 images High-speed continuous shooting Capable of shooting a rapid 3 frames per second in continuous bursts of up to 100 JPEG (FINE M-size or smaller) or 6 RAW (NEF) images, the D80 makes it easier to stay on top of the action or to capture those unexpected, yet precious picture opportunities. Refinements to achieve this performance include improved processing speed, optimized buffer memory handling, as well as higher data transfer rates.
Broad shutter speed options Shutter speeds from 30 to 1/4,000 seconds can be selected manually or used in conjunction with the automated program modes. Bulb and time options as well as flash-synchronized shutter speeds of up to 1/200 seconds further enhance the digital photo experience.
Enjoy easy in-camera optimization Optimize image options Easily accessed optimization options closely tailor results to the scene at hand or the intended use of the image. Image sharpening, tone compensation, color mode, saturation and hue adjustment is controlled by the user-selected choice of Normal, Softer, Vivid, More vivid, Portrait, Custom or Black-and-white options.
Multiple exposure This feature creates a single image within the camera from up to 3 consecutive exposures, producing an effect that resembles multiple exposure techniques used with film.
Higher energy lithium-ion battery The EN-EL3e rechargeable lithium-ion battery with increased energy capacity delivers enough power to shoot as many as 2,700 images per charge. The battery can be recharged at any time, and it now features an accurate real-time fuel gauge system that displays the percentage of remaining charge, number of shots since last charge and overall status of battery service life.
In-camera editing functions include red-eye removal In-camera image editing functions Exclusive in-camera image editing features under the new Retouch menu help ensure consistently satisfying results and greater creative freedom. D-Lighting automatically brings out detail to enhance results and add creative flair, all while achieving overall exposure balance. In-camera Red-eye correction automatically detects and compensates the annoying red-eye effect sometimes caused by flash. Images can be trimmed within the camera to produce smaller files for easy sharing or greater efficiency for specific end purposes.
Greater operating ease with Nikon ergonomics The D80 packs high performance and high resolution into a body that is more compact and slimmer than previous Nikon digital SLR cameras. True to Nikon's commitment to intuitive operation, the size, layout and operation of all buttons and controls are designed for maximum ease of use.
Large wide-angle 2.5-inch LCD monitor with improved menus The D80 features a large new 2.5-inch 230,000-dot high-resolution LCD monitor that provides an ultra-wide 170o viewing angle from all directions. To accurately assess sharpness, images can be easily previewed at up to 25 times magnification using new dedicated zoom buttons. A new RGB histogram display aids in evaluating exposures with greater precision. Other playback options include single frame, 4 or 9-image thumbnail display, an improved histogram display and highlight point display. Refinements to the new menu interface make navigation easier on the eye, easier to understand and easier to use. The carefully chosen color scheme helps make the larger font size of menu items remarkably easy to read. Menus can be customized to display only selected items using the new "My Menu" set.
Automated Digital Vari-Program and Exposure modes A selection of 7 Digital Vari-Programs makes creative photography as simple as rotating the mode dial. Choose from Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Close Up, Sports, Night Landscape, or Night Portrait and the selected program automatically optimizes white balance, sharpening, tone (contrast), color, saturation and hue settings to best match the scene. Greater personal control over camera operation is provided by the Programmed auto [P], Shutter-Priority Auto [S], Aperture-Priority Auto [A] and Manual [M] exposure modes.
Large, bright 0.94x viewfinder Another important new feature of the D80 is the adoption of the pentaprism viewfinder from the D200. This new eye-level optical viewfinder features large magnification (0.94x) that helps ensure a clear view for precise composition. The diopter adjustment control knob also makes it easier to fine-tune the view to match eyesight. The viewfinder's integrated grid display can also be turned on to assist composition.
Storage media (SD memory card) The D80 is compatible with SD memory cards. Already widely in use around the world and available in a variety of capacities, SD memory cards feature efficiency and convenience in a slim, compact design.
Built-in slideshow functions Built-in slideshow options for the D80 include Standard or Pictmotion, which includes style selections that control transitions and background music. Shows can be enjoyed on the camera's 2.5-inch LCD monitor, or complete with audio on a television when connected via the supplied AV cable.
Built-in flash with i-TTL flash control The powerful built-in flash does much more than fire when natural lighting is inadequate or effectively add balanced fill flash when there is strong backlighting. Nikon's highly robust i-TTL flash control evaluates flash exposure with greater precision to achieve better automatic flash balance and deliver outstanding results. It also helps realize features such as Repeating flash function for creating stroboscopic effects and the Modeling Flash, which allows photographers to visually check for shadows and reflective objects and assess overall lighting prior to shooting. Full support for the Advanced Wireless Lighting System lets the built-in flash function as a remote commander that provides direct control to wireless SB-800 or SB-600 Speedlights.
What's in the Box
D80, 18-135mm AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lens, rechargeable lithium-ion battery (EN-EL3e), quick charger (MH-18a), AV cable (EG-D2), USB cable (UC-E4), strap, body cap, eyepiece cap, rubber eyecup, LCD monitor cover, accessory shoe cover, PictureProject software CD-ROM
In-depth review from dpreview.com:The D80 slots nicely between the entry-level D50 and the semi-professional/professional D200, clearly based on the D70 design but also different enough to be seen as a completely new model. Read the full Nikon D80 review at dpreview.com.
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Customers like the performance, ease of use, and image quality of the digital camera. For example, they mention it works great, the menu system is user friendly, and the high-res images contain enough information for picture project software to auto optimize them. Customers are also impresseded with the features, saying it has a full range of functions and logical user features. As for quality, they say it's a dependable, quality instrument.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the camera. They mention that it is a very good camera, the lens quality is better than average, and the workmanship is the best. Some say that the D3100 is based on paper to be a great camera.
"...So I sold my D50 and went for the D3100. The D3100 is a great camera on paper; the specs are excellent...." Read more
"This camera is incredible. It is so easy to use. You don't have to be a professional to buy and use this camera. It is a mommy's must have...." Read more
"...was shown in the advertisement, but the camera is sound and in good condition." Read more
"Great camera, No video recording capabilities." Read more
Customers like the image quality of the camera. They say it takes wonderful pictures with great clarity, and the high-res images contain enough information for the picture project software to auto optimize them. Customers also mention that the camera takes continuous photos without losing clarity.
"...The D3100 is a great camera on paper; the specs are excellent. But the feel is much more "Fisher Price" than "Nikon" in my opinion...." Read more
"...The camera can be set to take very low resolution images in JPEG format, and also very high res RAW files...." Read more
"...The detail is incredible. The instruction guide that is included with the camera walks you through step by step on how to set it up...." Read more
"...It does take wonderful pictures, and the features are amazing, giving you great control with some study and experimentation...." Read more
Customers find the digital camera easy to use. They mention that the instruction book is fairly easy to understand, the programming is intuitive, and the menu system is very user friendly. They also say the learning curve isn't that steep and the camera is light, quick, and a joy to use
"...Another feature I like about the camera is the interface. The menus are easy to navigate and for anyone who is a novice, there is a setting in the..." Read more
"This camera is incredible. It is so easy to use. You don't have to be a professional to buy and use this camera. It is a mommy's must have...." Read more
"...6. While the menus are straight forward, I find use of the buttons, main and sub control dials less than intuitive when I am actually shooting, and..." Read more
"A great camera with logical user features to make it easy just to get it, use quick start up, and get after it!..." Read more
Customers like the performance of the camera. For example, they say it works great, the replacement body works perfectly, and the flash works well. Customers are also impresseded with the battery charger and the lens that comes with the camera, saying it works well and has zero problems.
"...The camera arrived safely packed and working perfectly, even had a battery and charger with it. 5X5...." Read more
"...All function working perfectly. I would let the repair my old body." Read more
"It works great, clean, perfect for my needs and it uses my existing lenses and accessories! Included battery, battery charger & cords...." Read more
"...No lens limitations and works well with my sunpak flash.5) On camera flash works great. A huge improvement over the D50...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the features of the digital camera. They mention that it has very good features, a full range of features, and logical user features. Some mention that the overlay mode is great and allows them to do some fairly impressive and advanced things. Overall, customers are happy with the functionality and design of the product.
"...the old-school readout on the top of the camera that tells you pertinent info at a glance (even has a backlight for that)...." Read more
"...It does take wonderful pictures, and the features are amazing, giving you great control with some study and experimentation...." Read more
"...there is a "portrait" setting on the mode dial, the menu offers not only more options, but bracketing ability to really hone in on your light..." Read more
"...Many new options -- some needed and some for the 1st time user who doesn't know how to work with photoshop. . ...." Read more
Customers like the battery life of the digital camera. They say it has superior battery life and fantastic consumption. Some mention that the battery was charged when they received the camera and started taking pictures.
"...Some technical details: the battery lasts a long time; perhaps 250-400 shots...." Read more
"...And, although battery life has been great so far, if you plan on a full weekend of nature or action shooting, you may wish to order a backup for..." Read more
"D-80 body is like new and had a fully charged battery included. All function working perfectly. I would let the repair my old body." Read more
"...Included battery, battery charger & cords. Body only...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the accuracy of the digital camera. They mention that it has a super fast shutter speed, and the auto mode catches a flurry of high-speed, action photos. The camera turns on immediately without delay, and snaps the photo immediately without any delay. It has incredibly wide range of shutter speeds, from 30 seconds to 1/4000 of a second. The built-in flash is more powerful than on the D70, and it speeds up the process of changing settings, viewing photos, and changing them.
"...buttons and a wheel on the front that really speeds up the process of changing settings, viewing photos, and changing things around in a snap...." Read more
"...The camera can be set to a very wide range of shutter speeds, 30 seconds to 1/4000 of a second to be exact...." Read more
"...The camera turns on immidiatly without delay and snaps the photo immediatly without delay...." Read more
"...The speed and accuracy have helped us catch more fleeting smiles and funny faces than we had been able to ever catch before...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the autofocus of the digital camera. Some mention it's very good, accurate, and quick. However, other customers report major autofocus problems and say that it doesn't focus properly.
"...The included lens has an auto focus that VERY quickly snaps to make a very clear image quickly...." Read more
"Very good choice for your first camera in the Nikon line. Auto focus a little slow, Kit lens to "slow" to allow you to make a photograph in your..." Read more
"...I also liked that it had an internal autofocus lens drive, in order to drive some older lenses that would otherwise become manual...." Read more
"...The auto focus system in the D80 is great and with one wedding the camera will more than pay for itself." Read more
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Why on earth did I do that? The D50 I started with in 2005 was a fantastic camera. Well, I got caught up in the megapixel marketing hype AND digital video craze, and decided it was time to upgrade. So I sold my D50 and went for the D3100. The D3100 is a great camera on paper; the specs are excellent. But the feel is much more "Fisher Price" than "Nikon" in my opinion. The grip was tiny and the camera just didn't have the "feel" I was used to with the D50 (some people would consider the lighter weight an advantage, but I found that I missed my steady old camera). And when I took pictures the D3100 didn't seem to want to focus like the D50 did (which probably could have been remedied in some menu buried in the settings, but I couldn't quite get the D3100 to cooperate). I took plenty of A+ pictures with the D3100, but I felt almost like I was carrying around a point-and-shoot camera that is dumbed down for the masses.
So I recently decided to take the crazy plunge of selling my D3100 and go backwards in time to the D80. My first instinct was just to pick up another D50, but the D80 had enough improvements (yet was still similar to the D50) that I went for the D80 (more megapixels, ability to accept SD cards > 2GB, and more bells and whistles). The price for a good used one at the time of this review is well under $300, and now that I have taken the plunge I cannot tell you how happy I am with the new camera.
The D80 has made me really learn more about adjustments and how to take great pictures, and playing with the settings "on-the-fly" is 100 times easier with the D80 than it was the D3100. I love the fact that the D80 has the old-school readout on the top of the camera that tells you pertinent info at a glance (even has a backlight for that). Sure, the D3100 tells you all of that stuff on the main LCD panel on the back of the camera, but it is an extra step than gets old quickly. The D80 has a few additional buttons and a wheel on the front that really speeds up the process of changing settings, viewing photos, and changing things around in a snap. In a period of about 2 mintues I took 20 pictures of the moon, and tried a wide range of ISO settings and shutter speeds. I wound up taking some phenominal shots using ISO 100 and a shutter speed of 400 (no noise and very little hand shake blurring). But with the D3100 (or some of the other newer models), I would have had to jump through multiple menus to accomplish the same feat. I would simply not have gone through those steps and my moon picture would have turned out too bright and would have been blurry, and I would have shrugged my shoulders. But the D80 has renewed my photography interest, and amazes me how great pictures can be even from an "old" camera.
In summary, if you are looking to get into a good DSLR, don't think that you HAVE to buy the newest thing; if you find an older camera at a good price, give it a shot. For the money (again, 6 years after it was released), the D80 is a fantastic camera!
For starters, What I like about the Camera
This D-SLR fits very comfortably in the hand. The grip is well molded to fit my average sized hand and makes it very easy to use it for prolonged amounts of time. The buttons are very well placed on the camera, I am able to reach almost all of the ones on the right side with my right hand. This, again, makes it very easy to use for prolonged amounts of time since I do not have to outreach my fingers. Another feature I like about the camera is the interface. The menus are easy to navigate and for anyone who is a novice, there is a setting in the menu that makes it more simplified for you. Scrolling through photos taken is a breeze, I can quickly swap between multiple photos with the wheel, or thumb pad. The camera also has a feature where when viewing photos, by turning the front wheel, it will show you the different Hue densities, Image file info, Highlighted areas, and tools for making small in camera edits such as brightness and contrast. The Lens that came with mine is the 18-135mm lens, so the following information is based upon that. The included lens has an auto focus that VERY quickly snaps to make a very clear image quickly. The auto focus most of the time will focus better than manual.
Next, Specific features about the camera
The camera can be set to a very wide range of shutter speeds, 30 seconds to 1/4000 of a second to be exact.
Inside the menu, you can select a feature that will you to take a double exposure photo, This is not very clearly mentioned, and is definitely a big plus.
The camera can be set to take very low resolution images in JPEG format, and also very high res RAW files. a very nice counterpart of this is it will allow you to store a photo as two types as once, for example: the same photo in both RAW and JPEG
As stated in the above paragraph, the camera has some simple editing software inside, allowing for simple contrast and brightness adjustments.
Next, things I don't like about the camera
There aren't many things to not like, If I had to dislike anything it would be the include lens. The lens is HIGHLY sensitive to dust collection. I notice that an extreme amount of dust has collected on the internal lens. (I know the difference between little dust and a lot of dust) The dust is not my fault either, the camera is stored inside a case and the only time it could collect dust is during use. Otherwise, the camera is great!