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Nikon D90 Digital Camera

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(5 out of 5)


A first-rate digital SLR that bridges the gap between entry-level and midrange models. And it records movies, too!

Review date: Sep 17, 2008

The Nikon D90 really blew me away. In terms of photo quality, manual controls, performance, customizability, and yes, its movie mode, the D90 is a home run. There are a few annoyances, such as slow focusing in live view mode and horrible bundled RAW editing software, but the positives far outweigh the negatives. The D90 is a digital SLR that I can highly recommend, without hesitation.

ProsCons
  • Excellent photo quality with superb high ISO performance
  • Well built, easy to hold
  • Dust reduction system
  • Large, super high resolution 3-inch LCD display
  • Full manual controls, and then some
  • Snappy performance
  • Dedicated AF-assist lamp
  • Native support for wireless flashes
  • High def movie mode
  • Redeye not a problem
  • Lots of useful playback mode features
  • In-camera help system
  • Best-in-class battery life
  • Optional battery grip
  • Good quality kit lens
  • Poor RAW image editing software included -- remote control software costs another $150
  • Very slow focusing in live view mode -- manual focus enlargement not sharp -- poor visibility in low light
  • Flimsy door over memory card slot
  • Focusing in movie mode takes practice

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