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Nikon D90

12.3 megapixels, first seen: 16 August 2008

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Best Price: $830

  • User Score (2748)
    9.5 9.5 from 2748 reviewers
  • Expert Score (51)
    8.6 8.6 from 51 reviewers
  • Design (22)
    9.6 9.6 from 22 reviewers
  • Value for money (53)
    9.2 9.2 from 53 reviewers
  • Features (31)
    9.8 9.8 from 31 reviewers
  • Ease of use (57)
    9.6 9.6 from 57 reviewers
  • Performance (23)
    9.8 9.8 from 23 reviewers
  • Picture quality (43)
    9.6 9.6 from 43 reviewers
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Pros & Cons

  • vr kit lens, jpg processing, great playback functions, natural colors not punchy, unbelievable photos
  • nikon customer service, drop it, heavier than d70, poor autowhite balance, no flash sync terminal

The first thing that will amaze photographers about the D90 is its stunning image quality, which takes its inspiration from Nikon’s flagship DX-format digital SLR, the D300. The D90’s image sensor and 12.3 effective megapixels combine with Nikon’s exclusive EXPEED image processing to deliver outstanding images featuring fine details, smooth tones, rich colours and low noise across a wide ISO sensitivity range. The D90 is equipped with an innovative movie shooting func…

Manufacturer's Specs

  • Type of Camera
    Single-lens reflex digital camera
  • Effective Pixels
    12.3 million
  • Image Sensor
    Nikon DX format (23.6 x 15.8 mm) CMOS sensor
  • Image Size (Pixels)
    4,288 x 2,848 [L], 3,216 x 2,136 [M], 2,144 x 1,424 [S]; D-movie: 1240 x 720 / 24fps, 640 x 424 / 24fps, 320 x 216 / 24fps
  • Sensitivity
    ISO 200 to 3,200 in steps of 1/3 EV, plus HI-0.3, HI-0.5, HI-0.7, HI-1 (ISO 6400); sensitivity decreases approx. LO-0.3, LO-0.5, LO-0.7 and LO-1 (ISO 100)

Release Date

  • First seen
    16 August 2008

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Reviews of Nikon D90

  1. Nikon D90

    Reviewer: Camerasdirect
    29 October 2008

    It was only a matter of time before one of the camera manufacturers figured out the Live View mode on a DSLR required a video image and then came up with some way to record it. Olympus was hinting at this potential back in January 2006, when the E-330 (the first camera with live viewing) was announced. But Nikon was first to the post with the D90 and Canon is following with the just-announced EOD 5D Mark II. Read more

  2. Nikon D90, why it's our new A-List DSLR

    Reviewer: PC Authority
    15 January 2009
    Overall 9
    8.9
    Value for money 8
    8.3
    Performance 10
    10
     

    A great combination of new features and the usual Nikon image and build quality make this a superb camera. Read more

  3. Nikon D90 DSLR Digital Camera Review

    Reviewer: Buy-n-Shoot.com
    15 May 2009
    Overall 9
    9.0
    Value for money 10
    10
    Picture quality 10
    10
     

    After close examination of the 12.3-megapixel D90, it is plain to see that Nikon have cleverly created what is essentially a blend of the most well-received and comprehensible technologies, features, and interface design from their large array of consumer and professional DSLRs, to produce an exceptional prosumer model with a ‘world first’ gong to its name. One of the D90’s most notable selling features, aside... Read more

  4. Nikon D90

    Reviewer: PhotoReview
    23 August 2009
    Overall 9
    8.8
     

    It was only a matter of time before one of the camera manufacturers figured out the Live View mode on a DSLR required a video image and then came up with some way to record it. Olympus was hinting at this potential back in January 2006, when the E-330 (the first camera with live viewing) was announced. But Nikon was first to the post with the D90 and Canon is following with the just-announced EOD 5D Mark II.  ... [more] Read more

  5. Nikon D90

    Reviewer: CNET
    29 October 2008
    Overall 8
    8.1
     

    In the two-party race that will never end, D90 selected D-Movie as its running mate. Upon close examination though, D-Movie was found to be severely underdone. Good thing then that D90's photo taking base is so strong and competent. Read more

  1. " Great buy!!! "

    Reviewer: the_anigma, PC Authority
    20 January 2009
    Overall 8
    8.3
     

    The faster frame rate and ability to take awesome shots in low light made, yet still maintain a relatively small body, made it a no-brainer for me. The movie feature is fun to play with but VERY limited in my opinion. Read more

  2. Reviewer: Susan Mathews, MyShopping.com.au
    24 December 2008
    Overall 10
    10
     

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