Отзывы о Фотоаппарат Nikon D90 Body

I can't say anything technical that hasn't already been said ad infinitum but I'll throw in with the crowd: this is a great camera. Lacking the funds to buy it when it was released, I substituted a year of obsessive research, comparing the D90 to Nikon's pro series, lesser Nikon DSLRs and Canon.Previously I used a Nikon D1H professionally for a small newspaper and am pleased to see so many of Nikon's initial pro camera features included in the D90. It helps that the D90 is many generations up the scale from the D1H and does almost everything that camera could do- but many times better. And the D90 battery just goes and goes and goes and goes where the D1H couldn't handle more than a few dozen shots before I had to go looking for a plug-in. Even now that I have the D90, I compulsively switch off the camera after each shot, except I get through about 500 shots before the battery evens registers ANY decrease from full charge. So much for ordering the optional double battery pack!The color and low light benefits of Nikon's image sensor pretty much blow Canon out of the water, though I can't deny already having a small collection of Nikon glass and accessories makes a difference too.Considering this camera is for personal use and I had to pay for it myself, the more expensive pro cameras were always on my wish list but never on my buy list. Choosing the D90 over Nikon's very similar and cheaper D5000 with its flip-out LCD seemed absurd at first until I realized that with a D5000 I would have to buy new lenses (and lose the cost benefit) and the D90 has somewhat better speed, customization and programmability options. I really like flip-out LCDs (my video camera has one) but lacking this feature for the moment required to compose and take a still picture isn't much of a loss. For still pictures, I am more comfortable with the traditional SLR view-finder and the standard LCD back panel anyway. Having fewer mechanical parts to break is good too.I was able to order my D90 just in time for a family trip to Disney World. I was astounded by the camera's image quality, its speed, ability to capture fantastic images in near dark environments and the amazing intuitive design. I packed the manual with the camera, not having time to really teach myself its full feature set before we left but found I never needed to crack the book open. What a great camera. Did I say that twice?

I have my D90 for a couple of months now and I am happy with it.I think it is the last non full frame I buy.Those camera are great, but as far as big printing and high quality goes,there are limitations.Still, it is a fun camera to play with, the video works fine, even if it isnt best to zoomin and out by hand as you film...It will be a great second camera.

I used a Nikon D40x for a while and was quite impressed with value for cost. However, I wanted a more capable camera and bought a D90. The first thing I noticed was that in the PhotoShop raw image processing dialog, I almost always used the color temp and exposure settings selected by the D90 on auto. This was quite a change from the D40x where I usually needed to correct basic settings. Another plus was that I could shoot with 800-1600 ASA without serious grain. (I use in-camera noise reduction for high ASA.) This means that I can take most indoor shots without flash especially with VR (vibration reducing) lenses. I also have a Nikon 85mm micro lens and am able to shoot most pictures without a tripod given the possible use of high ASA and VR. In general the D90 does the right thing and I feel comfortable leaving many of the settings on auto. I normally shoot in "P" mode where I can twist a dial to change aperture/shutter speed together and I manually control ASA. Most exposures are done in raw and I use a 16 bit/channel PhotoShop process to prepare and print, typically, to 13"x19" paper. I find that the D90 and DX Nikon lenses are more than adequate for this sized printing. I believe that most prints, even after cropping, would look professional scaled to 16"x20" paper, though I have not tried that.

If you want a excelent camera buy the d90, its similar to d300, the images quality its the same or better than d300 and the same sensor.This camera brings excelent shots on poor light conditions, at iso 3200 the noise control its excelent. Good value for the price. the only disadvantage its a video, this hasn't AF on video mode.

D90 will always remain as a legend, the 1st DSLR camera with HD video capture.Love it. Been using past 2 years, no problems.

We had the Nikon D50, were looking to upgrade, and purchased the Nikon D90 with lens for Christmas, 2008. For the first 4 months we were very happy with this camera. The screen was much bigger than the D50, the camera was much "faster" than the D50, and the pictures were much clearer/sharper. It also just felt better in my hands. The video was a cool feature to have, but to be honest, we really have not utilized that. The trouble started when we went on a family vacation to Disney World. During that trip, we used the kit lens almost exclusively. Traveling with a 4-year old and an infant, it just was not practical to be switching lenses. We found that we got an error message more often than not when trying to take pictures on this trip. Sometimes it would help if I shut the camera off, popped out the battery, popped it back in, and then turned the camera back on. And sometimes it would not help. Family vacation to Disney was not a great time for the camera to malfunction. When we returned home, we did some online searching and found that this was not an uncommon problem - probably related to the kit lens and maybe the humidity/changing temperatures. We contacted Nikon, and then mailed the camera and lens back at their request. We paid over $40 shipping. We just received the camera back yesterday. Nikon covered the repair under warranty. We had the camera back in about 3 weeks.Update - After having the camera back for couple of weeks, we are getting the F-- error message again with the kit lens AND a brand new error message - FEE with a 50 mm lens. Very frustrating. Called Nikon this morning. They said send it back AGAIN. This time they will not try to repair it (since that did not work), they will send a new camera. They said either a D90 or a D5000. I did a quick internet search and it looks like the D5000 is a lower grade model??? This makes no sense. I am hoping that the tech who helped me had no idea what he was talking about. It sure seemed that way. At least Nikon offered to pay shipping this time. The tech at Nikon did not seem to be the least bit surprised by our situation. He actually was able to TELL ME what the error messages were before we even described the problems. Seems like this is very common??? $1200 camera - VERY BIG DISAPPOINTMENT! Until the D90, I was a very big fan of Nikon products. Seems like they are now using lower quality materials in their cameras and lenses.

The D90 is my first foray into the realm of D/SLR photography and it's largely been a joy thus far. I think the standard kit lens offered for this camera is a good choice for people like myself in that it provides some room for growth and discovery and some basic methods to go more hands on (zoom and manual focus ring), as is the whole point of venturing into SLR territory. The camera itself isn't as daunting as it might first appear, since the central control scheme built around the main and sub command dial is an intuitive interface.I could be happy strictly with the JPEG output of this camera and how the Picture Controls allow you to set that output. It can produce sharp, accurate pictures they way I like them while also providing for a full gamut of control over hue, saturation, sharpness, etc. With the nice, large LCD and some basic tools built into the camera for post-processing (like crop and straighten), I've found myself willingly using these tools for on-the-spot post-processing more than I ever have with similar tools on point and shoot cameras. But, as I've started to dabble with the RAW format, it's hard to deny that the much deeper post-processing capabilities in a "digital darkroom" like Nikon's own Capture NX software aren't alluring. It's a shame though that Nikon doesn't include the full Capture NX software for their DSLR customers and sells it separately at significant cost. At the price the D90 goes for, I think Capture NX should be included as part of the package.A few other minor issues prevent the D90 from a perfect review for me. The contacts between the kit lens and camera have been fickle for me, often requiring lens reseating to dismiss an annoying "F--" error message that prevents picture taking until resolved. It's the first camera I've owned to corrupt a flash media card (and a nice high speed 4MB card, no less) - it only happened once thus far and there's no way to be sure that it was the camera and not just a bad card but the first is the worst, as they say. Finally, in the time I've owned the D90 and having gained some familiarity with the features offered in the rest of the Nikon line of DSLR, there's certainly a few missing that I wish the D90 had. Interval shooting, for example - that one is at the top of my list.But none of that changes the fact that the D90 has successfully converted me to the world of digital SLR photography, happy to be here. It's small foibles and omissions aren't enough to distract from its inherent proficiency as a robust photographic tool and its overall build quality. I look forward to growing into SLR photography with this camera for many years to come.

After 6 years with my faithful G5 I decided to buy a new camera. Primary reason was shooting under poor light. First, I wanted to buy Canon G10, but I was disappointed with the quality of 15MP sensor. Then I wanted to buy Canon T1i, but I came out with Nikon D90. There are several reasons for that: reasonable pixel count, very good build quality, very useful and quite good kit lens (18-105), good raw conversion software (Capture NX) and attractive price at a moment.So, what's the filling when you leave 6 year old compact and start shooting with top quality SLR?What I like about Nikon D90:- Good high ISO capability. This is relief: you can peacefully shoot up to ISO 3200, while the G5 was out by the ISO 200. Also, Auto ISO is great in low light.- Kit lens is great. I really missed wide angle before.- Metering is very good, especially with flash- D-Lighting is beautiful feature- Very responsive and fast camera- Display is gorgeous- Lens servo capabilities are excellent- Viewfinder is very good. I was afraid of that little window since I'm used to look on much larger display, but I have no problem using it (even with glasses).What I dislike about Nikon D90:- Autofocus dot in the viewfinder is not easy noticeable and you never really know do you have focus or not unless you turn on that beeping which is loud and irritating. My old G5 can change the volume and sound of autofocus beep, why D90 can't?- Quite heavy- Awkward balance when you use a neck strap- I didn't think that would be the problem, but I miss that manual focus window that shows distance.- Lens is slow. I know, it's kit lens, it's cheap, but I'm used to G5 F2.0-3.0. High ISO can compensate it, but not entirely.- Live view is really done badly. But is still very useful feature in some situations.What I still like about Canon G5:- Size. The whole camera is as big as the 18-105 lens.- Autofocus is actually quite fast in good light. (It's the shutter lag that is the problem.)- Fast lens. That F2.0-3.0 is really great thing. It's disappointing that Canon put slower lens on new G7-G10- Very little lens distortion.- When you shoot in jpeg, you can still save the picture in raw while you reviewing it. That's very useful trick that I miss on D90.What I still dislike about Canon G5:- Noise. G5 have more noise on ISO 200 than D90 on ISO 3200. ISO 400 on G5 is unusable.- Red eyes are regular problem.- Purple fringing is terrible.- Very slow operation.- Bad autofocus in low light.- Lens not wide enough (35-140)

Nikon D90 12.3MP DX-Format CMOS Digital SLR Camera with 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED AF-S VR DX Nikkor Zoom LensI have had a digital point & shoot after my film SLR broke and have never been entirely satisfied with pictures. I was looking to get a Canon with hopes lenses I already have would be compatible. However, after doing research, I found the D90 was rated superior. I purchased it and now couldn't be more happy. Finally I have the ability to again take shots with many more options. Can't wait until I can use it in the Caribbean this spring.

Pros: I love this camera, great features & picture quality for the price.Cons: I'm out $1085Honest cons: First unit had the "F- -" (lens unable to communicate with camera body) and "Err" (malfunction) error messages within the first 3 days. Returned and got a brand new replacement, after 10 days and 500+ shots, finally received the "F- -" error again. The fix to the "F- -" error is to remove and remount the lens and hopefully it will not happen too often. Hopefully will not get the "Err" message, this is worse, if it does happen, I will have to send it to Nikon for service and wait 2-3 weeks to get it back.I'm "REALLY" picky when it comes to choosing a camera, it "HAS" to produce satisfactory images to my eyes. For the $1000 range, it's either this Nikon D90 or the Canon 50D. After seeing a bunch of comparison images between the two cameras and their pros and cons, I found that the Nikon is a bit sharper, more accurate colors, less noise with higher ISO (even though Canon claimed to have an edge in reducing noise). I apologize to all Canon 50D die hard fans, that's my honest opinion, unless I need glasses.One more thing, after spending a $1000+ on a DSLR and expecting good quality images and wanting to protect the camera lens, I recommend investing in a good multi-coated UV protection filter. The one I bought is the UV Filter for Nikon D80 D90 Kit Lens - Tiffen 67mm Digital HT Ultra Clear Multi-Coated UV Protection Filter. Low cost non coated filters tend to create too much glare.----------------------11/9/2009 UPDATESo far, the new replacement camera is not having anymore problems with the "F- -" error and NO "err" message yet.After 1000+ shots, for a kit lens, the sharpness is really good and the Vibration Reduction feature is very useful, an excellent walk around lens. Would've been nice if it was like the lens that came with the D80, 18-135mm, but with VR. I highly recommend this camera if you are looking for one in the $1000 price range.One suggestion, which is also suggested by review sites, is to change the sharpness setting to 5, 3 is the default.Happy shooting :^)

After using a Sony DSC-F707 for 4-5 years, this is an absolutely astounding jump up the photography technology spectrum. I always thought the Sony took acceptable, even great at times pictures. It did, but the pictures out of this camera with the kit lens blew me away. This is before I even opened the instruction manual. I set it to auto and started shooting pictures. To say my interest in photography has been reborn is the understatement of the century. As a 53 year old man with two daughters getting married this year, I rationalized the need (desire) to get a new "better" camera that would capture the upcomming once in a life time events of this year.I am not new to photography, running the dark room in college and having later gone through a Cannon A1. That was given that away to what was a worthy subject at the time. But through the years, I have developed color film in the bathroom (Unicolor?) and eventually lost interest in the complex chemistry required to handle the outcome of my work.After "being retired" from the computer field earlier than I wanted, I have found hobbies that fill in my desire to embrace new technology. Let me tell you. I don't know how the field of Digital Photography changed so much, but wow. The D90 just takes pictures that I never thought would come from my efforts.I am currently reading 3 different books on the D90 and DP in general. So much is the same, but sooooo much is different. The lag time my old Sony had from the decision to take a photo, press the shuuter and actually capture the image often left a blank frame! Not this D90. Bam Bam Bam as quick as I can compose and shoot, I get what I see. Exactly what I see.I was impressed with the Sony that sported a Zeiss lens, but the Nikkor included in the D90 kit is an order of magnitude sharper and truer than the old camera. I am not an expert in today's photography, I know my way around the old wet photo process and enlargers and all the other mess involved in getting a picture out. In high school and college I had some of my work published (B&W), so I understand the concepts, but now I get to apply my computer background to my old photography "archives" and with the D90, its going to be a blast.I am glad I waited for the D90, and I know the Video functions are a little lacking, but its a start. My new Sharp Aquos 65" HDTV is just waiting to see what the Nikon can feed it.After going back and forth between Best Buy's price guarantee and Circuit City's close out liquidation, I bought the kit and other accessories for a very good price. I was prepared to pay about $160 more than I did, but the Best Buy cash register kept discounting items to make up for and meet the CC price down the street.This camera is a fantastic piece technology, that will produce pictures you won't believe you took. Gorgeous detail, proper exposure, true color rendition, no waiting 4+ fps and oh yea, my espresso is done.If you are at all interested: BUY IT!

Coming from top of the line u4/3 camera I must say that overall I am happy with my choice of D90. It does not come to replace my existing compact (Panasonic LX3) and u43 camera (Panasonic GH1) but rather to add/complete the capabilities those cameras are lacking.This is just an initial impression after a few weeks of advanced amature use. D90 - even with the kit lens - provides significantly better low light capabilities, flash photography (even with the simple SB-400 it wipes the floor with GH1/FL36 combo), kids (camera is much more responsive) and sports (same reason). Going beyond the kit lens, Nikon today has a very decent line of DX prosumer lenses which are usually cheaper compared to similar lens in u43 world. I can highly recommend 35mm/1.8 prime (200$) and 70-300 VR telephoto.Ergonomically D90 is better compared to GH1, with more controls available through dedicated buttons on the camera body. The controls lay out works well for me too.Build quality of D90 body is reasonable. My only complaint so far is related to the fact that D90 has already developed a bright red hot pixel visible at ISO 400 and above. Kit lens build and feel is indeed cheapo (many reviewes mention this) but image quality is surprisingly good for a consumer lens, and taking its price into consideration the price/performance ratio is great.D90 video capability is a joke compared to GH1. Focusing speed in live view (CDAF) is slower than 50$ compact.At the end of the day, pretty much in line with what I expected, D90 excells in specialized usages I mentioned above, but GH1 will continue to serve as general purpose/travel kit thanks to it portability, articulated display, video capabilities and reasonable stills quality.

The Nikon D90 is a solid, capable DSLR, with more than enough features to hang yourself with.The default settings are fine, but if you really want quality images, I suggest the following settings:Neutral preset, sharpening at 5, brightness at -1.D-Lighting Off.Exposure +0.3 stops.This fixes the biggest issue of standard D90 image quality, which is that it tries too hard to create bright images and thus suffers from under-saturates colors.Images should be brightened by adjusting exposure, not the brightness setting!Of course, if you shoot RAW, then none of these settings matter, 'cos it only gets applied to JPEG images.But with these settings, you can shoot Large Normal JPEGs and get almost the same quality as if you shot RAW.I shot more than 500 photos during my trip to Zion & Bryce NP, and have gotten results that cannot be mistaken for those from a compact camera. The range on the kit 18-105mm lens is wonderful, and the lens is tack sharp.I shouldn't have waited this long to get a DSLR.

I'm not a pro, but just someone who loves photography.I was looking to reenter the world of photography after a 20+ year absence, last shooting with a 35mm. After reading all the "professional" reviews and the consumer reviews, I was starting to drive myself crazy! Canon? Nikon? High end? Low end? It got to the point where I realized I over-researched and my poor brain was fried. So I just decided to pull the trigger on the D90.Now, to be honest I had to return the first one because the flash broke almost immediately (it wouldn't stay closed) and I was getting the infamous lens error message. So I started to second guess my decision. I returned it to Amazon (which took forever, probably because it was over the holidays) and I didn't have my camera for Christmas, which was disappointing. But Amazon eventually got their act together and sent me a brand new camera after I returned the first one. And guess what? I got the lens error message during my first shoot! Amazingly frustrating to say the least. But I reset the camera and haven't had an issue since.I've shot around 2000 photos at this point and am thrilled to death with this camera. I love the quality of the photos and I love the amazing amount of options and control that you have. I have a MAC, so I do my post production in Aperture and am having a blast! Despite the initial problems, I truly couldn't be happier and hope to have this camera for a very long time.My honest suggestion is pull the trigger, buy the camera, and go out and start shooting as you learn about all its features. You won't regret it. It's a joy to have and own, and everyday I just want to go out and shoot more and more pictures! So much fun!

I'm new to the DSLR world and did a lot of research before deciding on the D90 about three months ago. All I can say is that I have been delighted with the ease of use and picture quality. One feature that I am especially glad this camera has is the two separate rings for adjusting ap and shutter. It is a time saver and helps minimize the confusion for this newby. All in all, it was pretty easy to learn how to use. There are many options for customizing the controls as well as customizing your exposures. This camera will serve me for a long time.I would have given this a 5 star review except for the video. I know that it is a still camera and I will be using it for that 99.9% of the time. Nikon, however, did advertise it as being able to shoot HD video. I have no problems with any of the limitations with the exception that it is supposed to be HD video and I've not seen anything close to HD quality as of yet. I'd give it 4 1/2 stars if I could.

So let me first start by saying that before I bought this camera I made a mistake and bought the Nikon D3000. Now I am not bashing or putting down the D3000 at all its a great camera, but very limited. I guess I should have expected that from a "Beginner" level camera. If your looking from a step up from a P&S camera or just getting into DSLR's the D3000 is probly for you. My problems were had to go into menus for everything including ISO settings and everything. I could talk about it all day. I sold it as quickly as I bought it. NOW!!!! ON TO THE D90. This is the best camera (IMO) EVER! I was looking to buy a D300, but had few people tell me the D90 was basically the same thing in just a little lighter and smaller body. Since buying the D90 about 1 or 2 months ago, along with the nikon 70-300mm VR and Nikon 50mm 1.8. I LOVE IT. I use this camera every single day indoors and out. All the buttons I need are right at my finger tips (WB, ISO, shooting modes S,CL,CH all this with out having to go into the menu. Very bright and nice 920K 3" LCD Screen is amazing. My Menu is another great little custom menu setup so you can put all your favorite/most used Menu settings on One Page. One last thing the D90 make the old manual focus lens autofocs. 4.5 fps and great optics, plus all the buttons right at your finger tips make this camera an A+++. HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO ANYONE WHO IS SERIOUS ABOUT PHOTOGRAPHY. GOOD LUCK AND GOOD SHOOTING

I was a long time Nikon D50 user who decided to upgrade to the D90. The first camera body I received had a clear front-focusing problem (everything shot at a distance of more than a few feet was blurry/OOF). I returned that camera body using Amazon's excellent customer service, and received a new camera body within 2 days. The new body did not have the same front focusing issue, but after reading a lot of reviews AFTER purchasing, it seems a lot of D90's came out of the factory improperly calibrated, and even Nikon's customer service was telling people, it's faster to exchange it than send it to use for calibration.All that said, the working D90 is great. The LCD screen is awesome. The two command dials take some getting used to but are great. I love that there are more option buttons on the camera body so more settings can be changed without going into the menus. Lots of menu options. One option I also learned about after the fact explained the SOOC (straight out of the camera) softness. I was very frustrated after a week or two that I seemingly could no longer take a sharp picture. The D90's default sharpness setting is set low (in custom settings), resulting in an apparent softness SOOC. The setting is designed for working in post-processing the image for sharpness, etc. However if you don't post-process every image, it does leave you with an overall soft feeling of your images. The setting can easily be changed in camera to compensate; when I changed my setting I experienced tremendous improvement in the SOOC sharpness of my images.I'm still learning the camera, but overall have been very happy with it so far. I love the high ISO capabilities (there's still visible noise at higher ISO's, but it's great to be able to take pictures without a flash in lower light than with the D50) and the mulitiple focus points (there are 11). All in all, a great camera for more than an entry level dSLR.

1. Nikon D300s2. Nikon D903. Canon XSiThese are the three best cropped sensor DSLRs in order. If you can't afford the first two, number three will still make you very, very happy. The Nikon D90 is phenomenal. It's speedy, it's accurate, it has brilliant high iso performance for low-light shooting, excellent dynamic range for fixing up pictures that may be under or over-exposed, excellent auto-focus, and just feels good in your hands. The images I get from the D90 impress me time and time again. Couple this camera with the Nikon 35mm 1.8 DX(low light, portraits, semi-wide shots) and the Nikon 55-200mm VR DX(sports, birds, butterflies, nature, surfing) lenses and you will have an awesome set-up that won't break your bank.The only downside to all of this is the "HD" video mode. DO NOT BUY THIS CAMERA IF VIDEO IS A FEATURE HIGH ON YOUR LIST, GET A DEDICATED VIDEO CAMERA INSTEAD(I recommend the Canon HF100). Some DSLRs are capable of taking "HD" video now; The Nikon D90, Nikon D300s, the Canon 5d Mark II, Canon T1i, and the Canon 7D, but guess what? They all suck. Why? They cannot automatically focus while taking video. What does that mean for you? That means you will never be able to film sports or any moving subjects. You will never be able to move the camera out of range without insane levels of care to keep your subject exactly in the distance from were your pre-focused it. You will have rolling shutter aka "jelly video" if you pan the camera too quickly. Yes, you can manually focus while filming to get a professional film look, but that requires a lot of skill and patience. You will never be able to just point the camera and capture your sons football game, or daughters dance lessons. You will have to pre-focus every shot, and keep the camera on a tri-pod or buy expensive steady-cam equipment. The video modes in DSLRs just are not worth it, not yet at least.Don't let that deter you from getting a D90 though, the images are astounding! Pictures, remember the reason that you should be wanting a DSLR in the first place, not video. ;)

If you're like me, you wonder why anyone would spend more than two grand on a new camera, lenses and other accessories if all they're going to do is use their camera in "auto mode." If you're going to leave a camera in auto all the time, you might as well save yourself a small fortune and buy one of the higher quality point and shoot cameras available today.I had been using a simple point and click for quick pictures, and still had an old Nikon SLR that used film. I used to be an avid amateur photographer once upon a time, and I wanted to get back in the game with a great camera. A couple of folks in my wife's family have older versions of the Nikon D series, and they NEVER leave auto mode. So I will admit that I was concerned that these newer high quality digital SLRs would be too confusing to ever leave auto mode as well.After doing a heck of a lot of homework, I decided upon the Nikon D90 and I'm please to say that it has opened up a world of creativity.The Nikon D90 is a terrific and intuitive camera to use - especially when you're not in auto mode. The menus make it easy to move through the different features and you have easy access to spin wheels at your right forefinger and thumb that control different functions depending on what you see in your viewfinder or menu. I have learned more about how to alter the depth of focus, the crispness of live action, and to use out of focus backgrounds to complement what is in the foreground - all by playing with the Nikon D90's aperture settings, shutter speeds and the like. Knowing how to do these things really opens up a world of creative opportunities even for the amateur photographer like me. These are the things that are impossible to do with a point and click camera - and cannot be done with an SLR in auto mode.I must add, however, that while Nikon made an incredible tool in the D90, their operating guide does leave a lot to be desired. I highly recommend you pick up a guide. I purchased David Busch's Nikon D90 Guide to Digital SLR Photography - and it opened up a world of artistic approaches for me.

I bought my D90 from a local camera store on recommendation from a friend who has a D40x. When I pointed out the significant price difference between the two, he simply said. "Buy it; it's worth the difference." And after owning the camera for a year now, I couldn't agree more with his recommendation.When we buy products and live with them awhile, our impressions may range from "sorely disappointed" to "as expected" to "pleasantly surprised." The D90 has been a very pleasant surprise -- and my expectations were high to begin with.I have used the D90 in a variety of situations including dog shows, vacation trips, weddings and receptions, and the usual family activities -- around 2500 shots taken so far. It has been completely reliable. The pictures are excellent quality -- that's a camera statement, not one about my skills.At this point, I have one lens for the D90 -- Nikon's 18-200 mm DX VR zoom. I plan to review the lens separately, but suffice it to say that it is a great all around (some say walk around) lens for the D90.There are many, many other favorable reviews here on this camera so I won't repeat much on the details here. Suffice it to say, the numbers don't lie!The D90 has a LOT of functionality. Adding function to a product increases complexity and can make it harder to use. Good product designers get around this by picking defaults such that the function doesn't require user attention unless s/he so wishes. The D90 is excellent in this regard. You can start shooting nice pictures with it in auto mode or the programmed modes fairly quickly. Moving up to the P, A, S, & M modes opens a whole new world of functions you can learn when you need or want them. Learning the D90, and photography in general, is a journey not a goal.

I got my camera (the D80) from a local camera store. I am not a professional but would like to some day be. I have had the camera for almost exactly 2 years and the other day I got it out to take some photos of my son and BOOM! The shutter BROKE! I have taken super good care of this camera... it has NEVER been dropped or anything, stored in my closet in a camera case. I took it into the store i got it from and they were shocked that it broke with such few shots on the camera. They called their Nikon Rep. and he said there's nothing he can do cuz it's a discontinued model!! My husband and I are poor college students with 2 small children and I have been using my camera for small on the side jobs to help with finances.... I cannot afford to pay over $300 to get this camera, that was over $1000, fixed because of shotty quality! I am beyond angry and upset about this whole thing and will NEVER EVER EVER buy ANYTHING from NIKON EVER again!!! They need to back their products... give a 3 year manufacturers warranty or something.... I paid an arm and a freakin leg for this camera! ANNOYED!!

I love it, an amazing camera just a little bit heavy but it worth to carry coz the excellent photos no one can beat it```

I am a professional Wedding Photographer in New Jersey where I use the Nikon D3 pro camera. The Nikon D90 is my second camera. It has replaced the D200 and D2X as the second camera. I considered the D300, comparing the D300 to the D90. I chose the D90 for several reason. The internal processor of the D90 and D300 is just about the same, 99% of the people would not know the difference. The D300 may be faster and have more metal, but I was going for a lighter ( weight) camera that I can carry all day. The D90 has become just that. During weddings, the D3 is on a flash bracket and the D90 is probably around my neck. The quality of the photos is almost the same, the D3 having a better response to low light. The D90 blows away the D200 and D2X for low light however which is why it has replaced these two. The D90 has also become my everyday camera and my travel camera. In my travel bag are several lens however as the carry around lens, the 18 - 200. While the 18-200mm lens may not be the sharpest lens in the Nikon line up, it is certainly the most useful when you can only have one lens. I usually shoot RAW + JEG with 8GB cards and the ASUS 1201N netbook for backup of the SD cards. The limitations: 1) Not a good sport camera such as shooting soccer games - much better than a P&S but not as good as the D3. 2) Not a good cold weather camera - electronics don't work very well when the camera is below freezing in temperature, need to keep the camera warmer. 3) Not weather sealed like the D300 or D3 - need to keep it dry and away from severe dusty areas.

If you are about to read this review, there is a good chance that you still have no clue on which DSLR you want to buy. If you are about to read this review, you are either a loss and frustrated soul looking for some answers, or an amazon worker making sure this review is suitable for the you, the viewer. If you are reading this review, you probably have been researching your future investment for about a month or so. Reading reviews. Blogs. Crap from some guy named Ken rockwellysongibbersh (no offense to Mr.Rockwellysongibbersh). Let me cut to the chase. I was in your shoes 3 months ago. Should I get the Canon rebel vs Nikon D80, or the D80 with an 18-200mm vr lens for the same price as a Nikon D90 kit (18-105mm vr lens) or yadda yadda yadda the list could go on for ever!! I am going to finally give you my opinion after that long hook line. YOU ARE NOT A PRO. You probably just like taking pictures, and your point and shoot camera is just not giving you the ability to take those magazine cover photos. Am I right? Do yourself a favor, Stop losing sleep over a blog your read the previous day before. You obviously are curious about the Nikon D90 if you have read this far. I am seriously going to tell you what to do now. I am making the decision for you! Don't get the D80 its to old. Go to a camera store, feel the D90 it, shoot with it, love it, and crave it. Buy the Nikon D90 Kit from Amazon. Yes I said kit and amazon. That includes the 18-105mm VR lens with lens hood(to make it official). You are asking yourself "wait, I heard that the kit lens are not a good choice and that I should blah blah blah." The 18-105mm VR lens is a GREAT sharp kit lens! Don't go and buy some other lenses that you think is nice and functional (trust me you shall lose money). This is what's going to happen. You are going to get the lens and see "what you need". Yes, what you need. Do you need that extra zoom to see the top of a mountains? Do you need that portrait lens for Grandma? Do you need what ever kind of lens you can think of and then "Grow" into it. Grow. The Nikon D90 is a awesome DSLR beginner's camera. Has just enough Megapixels (Ha, maybe too much). You will not be disappointed. Don't be afraid that you don't know what you are doing. I'm sure you have a sense of what you are doing. That two months worth of research didn't expound your knowledge of a camera? Shoot with it. Your creativity will explode! I guarantee that this Nikon D90 has all the functionality you need as a beginner, novice, um someone who is sick of his/her point and shoot camera and wants that creative edge.From a concerned customer,Jacobp.s. Buy from Amazon. You save 200-300 dollars than you would going to a camera store (plus you don't have to put up with crappy customer service). And don't worry about it getting to you safely. It will. Trust me.:}