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Nikon D40X vs Nikon D60

Portability
71
Imaging
49
Features
33
Overall
42
Nikon D40X front
 
Nikon D60 front
Portability
70
Imaging
49
Features
31
Overall
41

Nikon D40X vs Nikon D60 Key Specs

Nikon D40X
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 522g - 124 x 94 x 64mm
  • Launched May 2007
  • Older Model is Nikon D50
  • New Model is Nikon D60
Nikon D60
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 522g - 126 x 94 x 64mm
  • Revealed March 2008
  • Replaced the Nikon D40X
  • New Model is Nikon D5000
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Nikon D40X vs Nikon D60 Overview

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon D40X and Nikon D60, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras and both of them are built by Nikon. The image resolution of the D40X (10MP) and the D60 (10MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The D40X was introduced 9 months prior to the D60 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the D40X scores versus the D60 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon D40X over the Nikon D60

 D40X D60 

Reasons to pick Nikon D60 over the Nikon D40X

 D60 D40X 
RevealedMarch 2008May 2007More recent by 9 months

Common features in the Nikon D40X and Nikon D60

 D40X D60 
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.5"2.5"Equivalent screen size
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Nikon D40X vs Nikon D60 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon D40X has exterior measurements of 124mm x 94mm x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs) while the Nikon D60 has proportions of 126mm x 94mm x 64mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 522 grams (1.15 lbs).

Check the Nikon D40X and Nikon D60 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the D40X and the D60.

Nikon D40X vs Nikon D60 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the D40X and D60 is 71 and 70 respectively.

Nikon D40X vs Nikon D60 top view buttons comparison

Nikon D40X vs Nikon D60 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the D40X and D60.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you will want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older D40X will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon D40X vs Nikon D60 sensor size comparison

Nikon D40X vs Nikon D60 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon D40X vs Nikon D60 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon D40X
Portrait photography with Nikon D60
53
you can focus manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
does not have liveview
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
53
focusing manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no liveview feature
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Nikon D40X Street photography details
Nikon D60 Street photography details
58
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
fixed screen
no image stabilization
58
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Nikon D40X as a Sports photography camera
Nikon D60 as a Sports photography camera
41
good sensor size (APS-C)
has phase detect autofocus
does not have liveview
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
no image stabilization
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
38
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has phase detect autofocus
no liveview feature
slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
bad battery life (500 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Nikon D40X Travel photography factors
Nikon D60 Travel photography factors
48
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
45
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse mode
bad battery life (500 CIPA)
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon D40X Landscape photography factors
Nikon D60 Landscape photography factors
48
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Nikon F mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
small screen (2.5 inch)
does not have liveview
no image stabilization
resolution not great (10MP)
missing Time Lapse mode
46
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Nikon F mount)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
screen is small (2.5 inch)
no liveview feature
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
bad battery life (500 CIPA)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon D40X Vlogging highlights
Nikon D60 Vlogging highlights
9
can't record video
9
no video shooting
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Nikon D40X vs Nikon D60 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon D40X and Nikon D60
 Nikon D40XNikon D60
General Information
Brand Nikon Nikon
Model type Nikon D40X Nikon D60
Type Entry-Level DSLR Entry-Level DSLR
Launched 2007-05-27 2008-03-19
Body design Compact SLR Compact SLR
Sensor Information
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Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.7 x 15.6mm 23.6 x 15.8mm
Sensor area 369.7mm² 372.9mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Max resolution 3872 x 2592 3872 x 2592
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max enhanced ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 3 3
Lens
Lens support Nikon F Nikon F
Number of lenses 309 309
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.5 inches 2.5 inches
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentamirror) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.53x 0.53x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 17.00 m 12.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash options Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/200 secs 1/200 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Max video resolution None None
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 522 gr (1.15 lb) 522 gr (1.15 lb)
Dimensions 124 x 94 x 64mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.5") 126 x 94 x 64mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 63 65
DXO Color Depth rating 22.4 22.5
DXO Dynamic range rating 11.4 11.4
DXO Low light rating 516 562
Other
Battery life - 500 shots
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL9 -
Self timer Yes (2 to 20 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC card SD/MMC/SDHC card
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $375 $398