Review of the Nikon D40 Digital Camera

I would start this Review by stating the content of the CCD image sensor of the Nikon D40 below.

CCD image sensor of the Nikon D40
Nikon's exclusive 3D Color Matrix Metering II assures accurate exposure control even in difficult lighting conditions. Using its 420-pixel sensor, the D40 instantly assesses and compares each scene's brightness, contrast and color with its built-in database of information from over 30,000 real-world lighting scenarios, then instantaneously determines and sets the accurate exposure. For those who want more control, alternative exposure control tools such as spot metering, center-weighted metering and exposure compensation are also available.

Multi-CAM530 auto focus module of the Nikon D40
The Nikon D40 has remarkably fast responses. It incorporates Nikon's Multi-CAM530 auto focus module and a 3-area auto focus system with a cross-type sensor located in the center. The refined algorithms that control auto focus of the lens are inherited from Nikon's renowned D200 and D80 digital SLRs, delivering more precise focus, faster subject tracking and more accurate auto focus response and detection - even in low light.

Continuous shooting of the Nikon D40
The Nikon D40 is ready when you are. It takes only 0.18 seconds to power up, and the camera's nearly imperceptible shutter release lag time does away with the frustrating picture-taking delay common with point-and-shoot digital cameras - assuring that special moments are captured beautifully. Continuous shooting makes it easy to capture the action by shooting at 2.5 frames per second for up to 100 shots (JPEG FINE L-size or smaller). Images are rapidly processed and recorded to a compact SD memory card, and a USB 2.0 Hi-speed interface supports fast transfer of image data to a connected computer. Even previewing images on the bright and sharp 2.5-inch LCD color monitor is near instant.

Digital Vari-Program modes of the Nikon D40
Nikon's scene-optimized Digital Vari-Program modes allow the photographer to concentrate on capturing nearly any type of scene without being distracted by camera settings. All eight modes - Auto, Auto (Flash Off), Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sport, Close Up and Night Portrait - are designed to produce remarkable results by automatically calculating the best settings and ISO-equivalent sensitivity for each scene. The new mode, Auto (Flash Off), prevents the Built-in Flash from popping up while boosting the ISO, thereby allowing the photographer to take pictures in museums, concerts, school plays, weddings and other low-light situations where flash photography is prohibited. For more advanced creative control, the Nikon D40 offers Program auto, Shutter-priority auto, Aperture-priority auto and Manual modes.

LCD monitor & Viewfinder of the Nikon D40
The D40 brings the fun, excitement and superior image quality of digital SLR photography to everyone. Its compact size and ideal ergonomics make it the digital SLR solution for pictures anytime, anywhere. Its bright and sharp viewfinder with 0.8x magnification ensures precise composition. After shooting, the camera's large 2.5-inch high-resolution color LCD monitor provides a clear view for checking sharpness, exposure and focus by enlarging the picture up to 19 times. The monitor is also ideal for simply sharing new images with family and friends, while the operating menus have been carefully designed with color schemes and large fonts for quick, easy navigation through the camera's options. Also, the newly introduced "assist images" help you select the appropriate settings for many camera features by showing an example image typical of that setting. Nikon D40's innovative information displays can be shown in Classic format or with the new Graphic and Wallpaper formats for Digital Vari-Program modes and Program Auto, Shutter-priority Auto, Aperture-priority Auto and Manual (P/S/A/M) modes. A new compact, high-capacity rechargeable lithium-ion battery that shoots up to 470 shots on a single charge powers all of this.

I believe the Nikon D40 has this numerous features that can compete with any of its counterpart worldwide.