Camera Test: Nikon D80

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Nikon D80

Imaging: 10.2MP (effective) CCD sensor captures 10MP images (3872x2592) with 12 bits /color in RAW mode.

Storage: SD/MMC cards. Stores JPEG, RAW NEF, or JPEG + RAW NEF files.

Burst rate: Up to 100 highest-quality JPEGs at 2.6 fps; up to 100 at 3 fps with lower resolution or higher compression.

AF system: 11 selectable AF zones with red activation lights. Single-shot, continuous, and autoswitching AF with foreaft and across-the-frame tracking. Sensitive down to -2 EV (at ISO 100, f/1.4).

Shutter speeds: 30 to 1/4000 sec plus B (1/3 or 1/2-EV increments).

Metering: TTL metering with 420-pixel evaluative metering, variable centerweighted, 2.5% spotmeter coupled to the active AF point.

ISO range: 100-3200 in 1/3-EV increments.

Flash: Built-in pop-up unit with i-TTL automation, GN 42 (in feet, ISO 100), covers field of view of 18mm lens. Flash sync at 1/200 sec. Dedicated hot-shoe.

Viewfinder: Eye-level fixed pentaprism. On-demand viewfinder screen gridlines.

LCD: 2.5-in. TFT with 230,000 pixels and 170-degree viewing angle.

Output: Hi-Speed USB 2.0 and video. PictBridge compatible.

Batteries: Nikon EN-EL3e proprietary Li-ion rechargeable. CIPA battery life rating 2,700 shots per charge.

Size/weight: 5.2x4.1x3.0 in., 1.5 lb. with card and battery.

Street price: $1,000, body only; $1,300 with 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED AF-S Zoom-Nikkor DX.

For info: www.nikonusa.com.

VIEWFINDER TEST:
Accuracy: 95% (Excellent)
Magnification: 0.94X (Excellent)

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