Nikon D90 Camera Review

July 26, 2009

Not so long ago, Nikon D80 hit the market which was much appreciated by the buyers. After two years, Nikon once again produced a master piece by releasing the Nikon D90. Similar to its ancestor, the camera has much more to offer to its fans.

To start with, the camera has all new CMOS Sensor that gives the same excellent quality results as that of D300 at ISO sensitivity of 6400. It also offers the same D3 and D300 model 3.0 inch VGA screen which has a Live View and a contrast- detect AF. For those who like to live rough and tough, the camera incorporates a special Dust removal system giving the freedom to get wild and outrageous without having to fear the consequences.

Giving the camera a traditional sensation is the 720 fps HDTV movie mode which is the specialty of the world’s first DSLR camera. Though some features are similar to D80,the camera has an all new shutter and also offers 3D AF tracking common to D3/ D300.

The 12.9 mega pixel camera offers movie making up to 1280x 720p (24fps) with monosound. The image quality is unquestionable since the ISO sensitivity range of 200-3200 (100- 6400 expanded) is present at your service. Apart from movies, still images are also commendable. A continuous shooting mode of 4.5 frames per second is there to enable you to take series of shots without missing a moment and that too in RAW, JPEG and other formats. Where the high ISO resolution reduces picture noise in low light conditions, the EXPEED processing engine ensures a quicker and better camera response.

Keeping in view the adventurous nature of its fans, Nikon has included special features such as Auto Scene Recognition, Auto Focus and Auto Exposure so that you don’t have to adjust your camera settings just when you are about to shoot someone in action or a rarely encountered wild life scenario.

The 3 inch High Density colour LCD screen (920k dot) offers a 170°wide viewing angle. It also acts as a 96% view finder. And in case you are fond of natural scene photography, the D90 has a Picture Control System that comprises of Landscape and portrait options which provides excellent colours to your image.

Nikon D90 is a light weight compact digital camera easy to carry with oneself on camping trips and journeys. Supported by a rechargeable Li- ion Battery EN- EL3e, it allows capturing of around 850 images on a single charge of the battery. The memory can be boosted by an optional Multi- Power Battery Pack- MB D80 that also gives you the freedom to make use of six R6/ AA size batteries.

Nikon View NX software makes browsing and image organization possible with considerable ease. Moreover, it also lightens up the burden of bad or missed shots by offering the In- camera image editing feature which includes Fish Eye effect, Straighten & distortion Control, D- lighting, Red Eye reduction, etc. So, now you can look beautiful in each of your shots. There is Built- in Flash having an astounding 18mm lens coverage and the iTTL Flash control responsible for the incredible Advance Wireless Lighting; low light or no ligh…no worries!

A wonderful camera with user friendly operation and proud owner of smart and stylish features, Nikon D90 is the best choice for those who know how to create memories out of moments.