The Nikon D40XS is a compact, entry-level APS-C digital SLR that builds on the success of its predecessor, the D40. Featuring an APS‑C 10.2‑megapixel CCD sensor, the D40XS delivers images with vibrant detail and clarity. Its shutter speed range—from 30 seconds up to 1/4,000 second, including bulb mode—combined with a 3‑FPS burst and a 6‑frame raw buffer, ensures that fast‐moving moments are captured effectively. The optical viewfinder offers 0.8X magnification with 95% frame coverage, while the center‑weighted TTL meter and an ISO range of 100 to 3200 (plus Auto mode) provide flexibility for various lighting conditions. Flash sync is achieved at 1/200 second, although the camera does not offer video recording capabilities.
Introduced in 2007 and manufactured by Nikon, the D40XS was designed for the entry market. While it maintained many of the core features of the D40, it also incorporated enhancements such as a higher-resolution sensor and faster burst rates. Despite its modest viewfinder magnification and frame coverage, the camera’s design and functionality earned it praise for its simplicity and ease of use. It inherited a reputation as a “fashion accessory” for some, yet many appreciated its practical imaging capabilities. The D40X sits in a transitional phase between the more basic D40 and later models like the D60, offering enough advanced features for those wishing to learn photography without overwhelming them with complexity.
The D40X layout is thoughtfully arranged: the top houses essential controls such as strap lugs, a mode dial with index, a menu button, pop‑up flash, a flash hot shoe, power and EV comp buttons, and a shutter dial. At the front, users find a remote IR port, the AF assist light, lens mount and release button, and function buttons that support quick access to key settings. The back of the camera features a clear viewfinder with diopter adjustment (–1.7 to +0.5), an LCD screen accompanied by a rear command wheel, and dedicated buttons for drive mode, AF, flash mode, ISO, delete, and play. Along the sides are ports for analog video out and USB with the bottom including the battery chamber, tripod socket, and serial number marking. Despite its robust design, proper handling is crucial: avoid touching the shutter or mirror, never store the camera with the shutter cocked, and always keep it away from extreme conditions.
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Video Index:
Video 1 Index:
0:00 - Intro
0:08 - Nikon D40X Tutorial Walkthrough Video Manual
0:21 - Nikon D40X Overview
2:58 - Nikon D40 vs D40X
4:00 - Nikon D40X Features -- Top
4:46 - Nikon D40X Features -- Front
5:24 - Nikon D40X Features -- Sides
6:51 - Nikon D40X Features -- Back
7:54 - Nikon D40X Features -- Bottom
8:05 - Things NOT to do with your Nikon D40X
Nikon D40X Interface and Layout tutorial
• Nikon D40X Interface and Layout tutorial
Nikon D40X Operational Tutorial, Memory Cards, Batteries, Lenses, and Modes
• Nikon D40X Operational Tutorial, Memory Ca...
Nikon D40X Menu System Customization and Setup Tutorial
• Nikon D40X Menu System Customization and S...
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