Nikon D40 vs Nikon D60

Let's look more closely at the Nikon D40 and Nikon D60, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and both are sold by Nikon. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the D40 (6MP) and D60 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The D40 was revealed 15 months earlier than the D60 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the D40 grades versus the D60 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D40 and Nikon D60. The full galleries are available at Nikon D40 Gallery and Nikon D60 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon D40 has exterior dimensions of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") with a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs) whilst the Nikon D60 has measurements of 126mm x 94mm x 64mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.5") and a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).

Examine the Nikon D40 and Nikon D60 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the D40 versus the D60.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D40 and D60 is 71 and 70 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the D40 and D60.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon D60 to result in greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older D40 will be behind in sensor tech.