Home > Consumer Reviews > Nikon D60 Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm AF-S VR Zoom Lens + Nikon 55-200mm AF-S VR Zoom Lens + 8GB SD Card + EN-EL9 Battery + Case

I have found the D60 to be a very capable DSLR. While the automatic settings take great pictures, I've had the greatest satisfaction with the manual modes as the camera really stretches its legs here. The package from Cameta was almost exactly what I was looking for in offering both VR lenses and not throwing in a bunch of stuff I didn't really need this not being the first camera I've bought.

I decided to upgrade from a point and shoot to a "real" camera. I spent quite a bit of time researching what would be the best value for the best affordable camera. I found tons of good reviews for the Nikon D60 and I wasn't disappointed. I use it for both work and pleasure and have found it to be easy to use with plenty of features when I need them. Newbies to the camera world shouldn't be intimidated with all the fancy features because this one is completely automatic if you so desire. Make sure you have a good sized hard drive for storage because you are going to want to take tons of fantastic photos once you purchase this beauty.

My D60 is a stellar product - the Nikon image quality, VR lenses, and package is a fabulous setup. The D60 has a nice mix of automation and manual settings, and the PC integration is extremely easy to use. The package shipped quickly, the bag and extras are perfect, and it's a highly recommended setup for a digital SLR. I can't imagine a better one for the price.

The Cameta Camera Nikon D60 kit has everything you need to get started in DSLR photography with your D60.

The Nikon D60 has proven to me to be a fantastic beginner's DSLR, while it can hardly be labeled a beginner's camera since it is more than capable of running with the higher models. This camera produces high quality photographs, is durabe and lightweight, with a small body. Not to mention, a small price tag.

The D60 does, however, lack some of the features that give the more expensive brands their appeal, and high price tag. To start, it has less Megapixels, which is arguably a small detail. The D60 does not have dedicated controls for ISO or white balance. It is also lacking a number of focus points, compared to the D90 or D300.

For a beginner in the field the D60 has everything you need. The difference in quality between the D60 and it's higher level counterparts is only noticeable if you have already mastered the art of digital photography and would like to take it to the next level. I would not recommend a beginner purchase much higher than a D60, as it may just be a waste of valuable money that could be put towards a longer lens.

This pairing includes the Nikkor 55-200mm VR, an excellent starter telephoto for wildlife shooting, and a terrific all-around zoom lens for everyday photography.

This model has proven to me to be a tough and dependable camera, as I have dropped it on the ground and worst of all, fell in to a stream in Yosemite National Park with it around my neck. I dried the camera off and it worked like new.

If you would like to see what kind of photographs I have shot with my D60, check out my photostream on Flickr.com. Just look for Nick Chill!

Enjoy!

I am really pleased with this package. I was a bit thrown off by the lack of reviews, but there is no reason to worry. Everything came a week early, well packed and exactly what was advertised. I couldn't be happier. If you want a D60 review check out other item listings for either the body or body and lens kits. This package contained exactly what I need to get started again. Coming from a 77' Minolta (and countless cybershots) this was a nice starter DSLR kit.