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...
Great colour, sharp pictures, speedy operation, great design
Default lens has some chromatic aberration issues, shutter speed slightly reduced The Final Word The D80 is one of the best cameras on the market, offering exceptional image quality and a bevy of features. The default lens has some chromatic aberration...
The D80 is one of the best cameras on the market, offering exceptional image quality and a bevy of features. The default lens has some chromatic aberration issues, but aside from that, we have no issue recommending it.
These are small points, but important -- a good, comprehensive user’s manual and the transparent protector that clips on over the LCD screen that keeps it clean and free of moisture. Why don’t all makers offer this gadget? So cheap, so simple...
The kit lens is not up to the quality of the camera body. The Nikkor 18-135mm zoom is not particularly sharp, perhaps because of inherent low contrast. Pin cushion distortion is severe. Putting a better quality lens on the camera produced noticeable im...
This camera is a worthy successor to the D70 and no doubt Nikon have another winner. It’s a pity that once again we have been disappointed by a kit lens. This is the one area where most makers are cutting costs. It is false economy.
Excellent colour rendition and noise levels, Large feature set, Highly customisable, Lightning-fast performance
Full raw editor costs extra, Flash sync of 1/200 second
Nikons newest midlevel dSLR has a solid feature set that should make it a favourite for experienced photographers or even for SLR newbies who crave more power than the D50s. ...
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Published: 2007-01-30, Author: Bruce , review by: pcworld.co.nz
Abstract: Digital SLR cameraNikon's D80 digital SLR breaks new ground for the company by introducing 10-megapixel resolution at a mid-range price point, a move that has naturally seen it being compared to Canon's 400D. But it's a comparison that isn't really fair o...
Good build quality; top LCD screen to display settings; in-camera editing functions; intuitive user interface; multiple exposure mode; supports SD high-capacity memory cards; snappy performance; good image quality with noise showing up at only ISO 1,600 a...
Slower top shutter and flash-sync speed compared with D70s; bundled software does only basic RAW conversion; slight barrel distortion at the wide end of kit lens.
The Nikon D80 hits the sweet spot between the entry-level and midrange dSLR market and will appeal to photographers looking for an all-rounder with a range of useful features.
Compact yet still good to hold; feature-packed; great image quality and resolution; good-quality kit lens.
No dust reduction system; slightly more expensive than rival models.
No matter how you look at it, the Nikon D80 is a feature-packed camera – and not just packed with features for the sake of it, but packed with useful features.Despite the changes in the controls, the camera is still very intuitive to use with qualit...
