Nikon D40
The compact DSLR that simplified digital photography
Key Features
Camera Capabilities
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The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Nikon D40
| Control / Button / Dial | Status | Note |
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| Shutter-release Button | ✓ Present | |
| Mode Dial | ✓ Present | |
| +/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button | ✓ Present | |
| Dedicated ISO Button | ✗ Not Present | Accessed via menu |
| Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring | ~ Limited | Via command dial |
| Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial | ✗ Not Present | Via command dial |
| AF-ON Button | ✗ Not Present | |
| Main Command Dial | ✓ Present | |
| Sub-Command Dial | ✗ Not Present | |
| Function (Fn) Buttons | ✓ Present | |
| Joystick / Multi-selector | ✓ Present | |
| AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp | ✓ Present | |
| Monitor Mode Button | ✗ Not Present | |
| Video Record Button | ✗ Not Present | |
| Drive Mode Control | ✗ Not Present | Accessed via menu |
How-to Use Nikon D40
Welcome to the How-to section of the camera. In this Light & Composition University website, each page for a camera has a how-to section and a section for learning. Simply because the buttons and the controls of each camera is located in different places that not only varies for brands but in each model. How-to section help you operate your camera, however, if you are interested to learn photography, not only you need to know how your camera works, but also you must know what you can change and why you do that to get better photo. Click the “Learn” or scroll down.
Nikon D40 Exposure Indicators
| Optimal exposure | Underexposed by 1/3 EV | Overexposed by over 2 EV |
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.
Learn & Master Photography with Nikon D40
For over a decade, we have been teaching photography following a university standard. No one does it better than us. We have a selection of courses, diplomas, graduate and post-graduate programs, as well as some of our best-selling university press publications, to guide you in the best possible way for your camera. Enroll in the fundamentals and then move to the genres you want to master.
Technical Specification
| Sensor | DX-format CCD |
| Resolution | 6.1 Megapixels |
| ISO Range | 200-1600 (expandable to 3200) |
| Autofocus | 3-point TTL |
| Shutter Speed | 30s to 1/4000s |
| Burst Rate | 2.5 fps |
| Video | N/A |
| Stabilization | None |
| Viewfinder | Pentamirror |
| LCD | 2.5-inch fixed |
| Memory Card | SD/SDHC |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
| Battery Life | 470 shots |
| Weight | 475g |
| Dimensions | 126 x 94 x 64 mm |
