Robb in Austin Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 Built in motor, newer, more ISO would be the main reasons. But, I haven't pushed the limits on the 40 yet so.... I love the 40. Don't think I will ever get rid of it. It's a great little camera. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisfowler99 Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 Built in motor, newer, more ISO would be the main reasons. But, I haven't pushed the limits on the 40 yet so.... I love the 40. Don't think I will ever get rid of it. It's a great little camera. 720p video as well (which I rarely touch) I went from the D40 to the D90...but it was really only because I accidentally ended up with two 18-200 VR lenses...so I sold one and my D40 kit and upgraded to a D90. Loved the D40 otherwise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robb in Austin Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 I really don't get why Nikon put video on a prosumer/high end consumer grade camera. I get it on the Coolpix. Not so much on the DSLRs. I guess it might come in handy at times, but really. If I want to make videos, I'll buy a vid camera. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike M. Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 Well, I can offer one instance where I would like for my D2x to have video capability-Underwater photography. I do macro and wide angle when we have a dive vacation. Once in a while something comes along that a kinetic media like video would be really fun...swimming with a turtle. Color change of squid or octopus. Various cnidaria floating in the current. No way to do that with a D2X, but a housed D300 or other camera with this capability would let me have my cake and eat it too. So its funny how these features appeal to different users. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad and Belinda Posted February 19, 2010 Author Share Posted February 19, 2010 Thanks everyone. I really appreciate all the help. Very good advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offroadodge Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 ya im trying to get used to my NEW D3000 with the new sigma 105mm f2.8 DG macro. This is the one i let DAVE test drive on his camera. It takes some realy great pics but "I" have to get used to the controls. More time and playing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GKarshens Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 I have 2 lenses I use most often. The 18-135mm VR and the 50mm 1.8f. I use the 18-135mm for all around stuff. But I switch to the 50mm for portraits and tank shots. I also have some extension tubes I will use sometimes when trying to get macros. The best thing about the 50mm is it is only about $100. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad and Belinda Posted February 20, 2010 Author Share Posted February 20, 2010 I have 2 lenses I use most often. The 18-135mm VR and the 50mm 1.8f. I use the 18-135mm for all around stuff. But I switch to the 50mm for portraits and tank shots. I also have some extension tubes I will use sometimes when trying to get macros. The best thing about the 50mm is it is only about $100. Thanks. I don't have any extension tubes. I am going to look into getting a set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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