NIKON D40 KIT – 6.1MP DSLR, 18–55MM, 3-POINT AF

Description:
Compact, beginner-friendly DX (APS-C) DSLR with a 6.1MP CCD for clean, natural color. The AF-S DX 18–55mm kit lens covers everyday shots, while the 3-point AF, 2.5 fps burst, and intuitive menus make learning easy. A bright 2.5" LCD and 1/500s flash sync help capture sharp results indoors and out. (Note: The D40 lacks an in-body AF motor—AF-S/AF-I lenses autofocus; older AF/AF-D lenses are manual focus.)

Specifications

Sensor & Imaging

• Format: DX (APS-C) ~23.7 × 15.6 mm, 6.1MP effective

• Processor: Nikon image processing pipeline (pre-EXPEED branding)

• File formats: NEF (12-bit RAW), JPEG, RAW+JPEG

• White balance presets + fine tuning; in-camera retouch tools

Autofocus & Metering

• AF module: Multi-CAM 530, 3 points (center cross-type)

• AF modes: AF-S/AF-C/AF-A; 3D tracking (basic)

• Metering: 420-segment RGB; matrix/center/spot

Speed, Shutter & Flash

• Drive: ~2.5 fps continuous

• Shutter: 30–1/4000 s, Bulb

• Flash: Built-in pop-up (i-TTL), X-sync 1/500 s; hot shoe for Speedlights

Viewfinder & LCD

• OVF: ~95% coverage, pentamirror

• Rear screen: 2.5", ~230k-dot TFT (fixed)

Video

• No movie recording (stills-only DSLR)

Lens (kit)

• AF-S DX 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6G (everyday zoom), min focus ~0.28 m, 52 mm filter

Storage, I/O & Power

• Media: SD/SDHC

• Ports: USB 2.0, video out, hot shoe, remote/accessory port

• Battery: EN-EL9 Li-ion; up to ~470 shots per charge (usage-dependent)

Dimensions & weight

Dimensions (W × H × D): 12.4 × 9.4 × 6.4 cm
Weight: ~0.52 kg (with battery & card); kit ~0.70 kg (with 18–55mm)

What makes it stand out

• 1/500 s flash sync—rarely found on entry DSLRs; great for freezing action with flash.

• Small, light body with a true optical viewfinder—ideal first DSLR.

• Simple learning curve with helpful on-screen guides and retouch tools.

• Affordable lens ecosystem—best with AF-S/AF-P lenses for autofocus.