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Fusing 12.3-megapixel image quality inherited from the award-winning D300 with groundbreaking features, the D90s breathtaking, low-noise image quality is further advanced with EXPEED image processing. Split-second shutter response and continuous shooting at up to 4.5 frames-per-second provide the power to capture fast action and precise moments perfectly, while Nikons exclusive Scene Recognition System contributes to faster 11-area autofocus performance, finer white balance detection and more. The D90 delivers the control passionate photographers demand, utilizing comprehensive exposure functions and the intelligence of 3D Color Matrix Metering II. Stunning results come to life on a 3-inch 920,000-dot color LCD monitor, providing accurate image review, Live View composition and brilliant playback of the D90s cinematic-quality 24-fps HD D-Movie mode.
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Technical Details
- 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS imaging sensor- Body only; lenses sold separately
- D-Movie Mode; Cinematic 24fps HD with sound
- 3-inch super-density 920,000-dot color LCD monitor
- Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
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By Amanda (Indiana)
This camera is amazing. I'm only beginning to figure out all it can do. I just used the video feature and it turned out great! Love it!
By ken
As new grandparents, my wife and I wanted to take photos as wonderful as our granddaughter. :-) We quickly discovered we needed a camera that would negotiate very dim indoor lighting without having to use flash. My wife also wanted a camera that would also be easy to use: turn the dial to Auto/No Flash, zoom, focus, shoot. I wanted a camera I could customize in about every way possible. We considered the D700, but ruled it out because of size and weight, not to mention price. Then we looked at the D300 and ruled it out for similar reasons. While looking at the D300, however, we ran into the D90, a very lucky break indeed. As far as we could tell (and we're amateurs), the D90 blew away the D300 in very low light shooting. The results of the D90 are simply amazing no matter what the lighting. The camera is large enough to be comfortable in my hands and light enough my wife doesn't mind carrying it around. It's a surprisingly easy camera to figure out, especially with the help of a few Web sites and Nikon's lengthy D90 manual. The biggest surprise to me is that photos shot using Auto/No Flash are almost always better than photos shot with tweaked settings. We're shooting RAW, and straight out of Adobe PS3/4, the photos are ready to print. I'm sure we'll grow into this powerful camera and learn what wonders tweaking can accomplish, but it's great to be able to lean on the D90's intuition while we're in the process of developing our own. We did a LOT of research, comparing, and shopping to find the right camera, and the D90 is the perfect fit for us. I usually have second thoughts after a major purpose, but with the D90, my only regret is that I didn't find it earlier.
I picked up Nikon's 24-85mm AF-S for peanuts on eBay, and it beats the kit lens hands down. I also picked up the Nikon AF-S 18-200mm VR that other reviewers have recommended; it's matches up superbly with the D90. My recommendation is to buy the body only and then match it up with a lens that best suits your needs. Amazon's price for the D90 is very competitive, plus Amazon makes exchanges easy if a problem turns up (true of other dealers? not so much). Same for whatever lens you buy--Amazon's prices are very competitive. Use eBay to pick up high quality Nikon clear filers to protect your lenses. eBay is also a cheap source for a backup battery. The battery that comes with the D90 recharges quickly and lasts a surprisingly long time on a full charge. Still, there's no reason not to have a charged backup.
I must admit my wife and I went into the search for the right photos-of-granddaughter camera with misgivings. What we were after seemed to require a very expensive pro camera. Happily, we found the D90, an extraordinary camera that's both user friendly and capable far beyond our amateur needs. Even priced 50% higher, the D90 would be the best buy out there.
By Mike Hawk (USA)
you will not find it any cheaper on ebay.
get the body and think about investing in the 18-200mm VR nikkor lens.
sb-400 flash is excellent add-on.
quality and easy to use!
By David Delisio
First off I want to say that I have used this camera for a year now. I am a semi pro, which means I earn a little on the side with photography. I also upgraded from a D50 to this camera. I originally wanted to upgrade to the D300 but for the price and what I use it for I decided to go with the D90. Almost the same sensor and I really didn't need the tank build of the 300. The weather proofing would have been nice though.
So far I have been very pleased with my choice. The low light capability up to 3200 iso is fantastic. 6400 is pushing it though. It focuses quickly in lowlight. The body fits comfortably in my hand without it feeling too small like the D40/60/5000. It may feel a bit small if you have large hands though. The battery life compared to my D50 is fantastic. The battery, however, is a bit slower to get out if I need to change quickly. You actually have to pull it out instead of it sliding out practically on it's own. The display in the back is awesome. It may actually be too bright though. I have done alot of Fight promo shots on black backrounds where it's hard to use the histogram to see if your lighting is right. On the display they looked good. Once downloaded I had to boost the exposure by as much as 1 stop. I really can't review the jpg setting as I always shoot in RAW. As far as RAW goes, I read a post on here where someone complained that all his software didn't support the new raw format. No need to buy new software, just download a small file from the Nikon website that allows compatibility with most software. The adobe site has it also. I LOVE the "My Menu" feature.
As far as the video goes. If you are buying this camera for videoing, don't. It's a nice little gimmick and can be convienient to use in some instances, but it's not a video camera. If you want to video, buy a video camera.
I have had a few problems with this camera. The most annoying is when it just stops working because it thinks no lens is attached. I have really only had this problem with my Tamron lenses and can't remember it happening with the Nikons. It was easily fixed by unseating then reseating the lens. I have also lost autofocus with the Tamrons and it was fixed in the same way. When you are actually working with a client this can be both embarassing and annoying. This is the biggest reason I gave this camera only 4 stars.
Bottom line is this is a fantastic camera for both beginners and advanced photographers. [...]
By Arthur Samuels (Southfield, MI)
This camera is an upgrade for me from the D70. The D70 was a good camera however; the D90 is a great camera. I've had it for about 3 weeks now and it takes great pictures. I've taken well over a 1000 photos to date. I also brought the SB-900 flash to go with the camera and the two combine work superbly. The thermal overload protection on SB-900 is annoying but that for a different review. Back to the D-90...I currently have not nor do I in the near future plan to use this camera for video so I cannot comment on the video ability of this camera. I'm having too much fun with stills. There are a lot of value added features on this camera. The features I've used the most so far are Commander Mode, Automatic Bracketing and in some post production processes including the D-lighting, filter effects, color balance and image overlay on a some what regular basis. But you don't want to over do it. These processes eat up your battery. The best feature and a great tool for me is the ability to use the camera in the Commander Mode and control several flash units directly from the camera. I've used it with both SB-800 and SB-900 flash units and it works flawlessly. I also like the feel of the camera in my hands. I fits comfortably in my rather large hands and I can reach all the controls without twisting my fingers in knots. I am just using the Live View screen to view the camera setting. It certainly makes it easier to read than look at the readout on top of the camera especially in dim lighting.
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