Nikon D60 Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm AF-S VR Zoom Lens + Nikon 55-200mm AF-S VR Zoom Lens + 8GB SD Card + EN-EL9 Battery + Case

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Product Details

• ASIN: B00155137S
• Item model number: D60
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (33 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,682 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: February 29, 2008

Product Description

Kit includes: 1) Nikon D60 Digital SLR Camera w/ 18-55mm VR Lens; 2) Nikon 55-200mm VR Zoom Lens; 3) Transcend 8GB SDHC Card; 4) Nikon EN-EL9 Li-Ion Battery Pack; 5) Nikon SLR System Case; 6) USB 2.0 SD Card Reader; 7) Digital Image Recovery Software; 8) Memory Card Storage Wallet; 9) Microfiber Cleaning Cloth ♦ The Nikon D60 Digital SLR Camera provides a resolution of 10.2 effective megapixels, Nikon's exclusive EXPEED image-processing concept, in-camera editing functions and a 3-area auto focus system. The camera offers continuous shooting at 3.0 fps, near instant power-up in just 0.19 seconds and high ISO sensitivity, all in a compact, lightweight body with a user-friendly ergonomic design. ♦ The Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR AF-S DX Lens is an ultra compact, lightweight standard zoom lens that has a 3x focal zoom range. The innovative Vibration Reduction (VR) system allows handheld telephoto zoom shooting even in poorly lit conditions. ♦ The Nikon AF-S DX VR 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED Zoom-Nikkor Lens is a versatile and ultra-compact telephoto zoom lens that offers a 3.6x zoom range. The innovative Vibration Reduction (VR) System allows handheld telephoto zoom shooting. ♦ Take more pictures with this high speed 8GB SecureDigital HC (SDHC) Class 6 memory card. ♦ Providing an extra 1100mAh of power, this spare EN-EL9 battery pack will not put constraints on how you want to shoot. ♦ This Nikon SLR system case will easily hold your camera, lenses, flash and accessories. ♦ Transfer files quickly and easily with this USB 2.0 SecureDigital (SD) Card Reader. ♦ Recover lost or deleted images from your memory cards with Image Recall Digital Image Recovery Software. ♦ Keep multiple memory cards protected and organized with this durable storage wallet. ♦ Keep your camera and lenses smudge-free with this handy microfiber cleaning cloth.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

33 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Product, May 31, 2008

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J. Walder (Dallas, TX) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Nikon D60 Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm AF-S VR Zoom Lens + Nikon 55-200mm AF-S VR Zoom Lens + 8GB SD Card + EN-EL9 Battery + Case (Electronics)

I have found the D60 to be a very capable DSLR. While the automatic settings take great pictures, I've had the greatest satisfaction with the manual modes as the camera really stretches its legs here. The package from Cameta was almost exactly what I was looking for in offering both VR lenses and not throwing in a bunch of stuff I didn't really need this not being the first camera I've bought.

18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars excellent camera, excellent value in needed accessories, July 29, 2008

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Steven M. Waldo (Baltimore, Vermont USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Nikon D60 Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm AF-S VR Zoom Lens + Nikon 55-200mm AF-S VR Zoom Lens + 8GB SD Card + EN-EL9 Battery + Case (Electronics)

I decided to upgrade from a point and shoot to a "real" camera. I spent quite a bit of time researching what would be the best value for the best affordable camera. I found tons of good reviews for the Nikon D60 and I wasn't disappointed. I use it for both work and pleasure and have found it to be easy to use with plenty of features when I need them. Newbies to the camera world shouldn't be intimidated with all the fancy features because this one is completely automatic if you so desire. Make sure you have a good sized hard drive for storage because you are going to want to take tons of fantastic photos once you purchase this beauty.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Kit for the Nikon D60, November 26, 2008

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Nicholas Chill "Nick Chill" (San Diego, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Nikon D60 Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm AF-S VR Zoom Lens + Nikon 55-200mm AF-S VR Zoom Lens + 8GB SD Card + EN-EL9 Battery + Case (Electronics)

The Cameta Camera Nikon D60 kit has everything you need to get started in DSLR photography with your D60.

The Nikon D60 has proven to me to be a fantastic beginner's DSLR, while it can hardly be labeled a beginner's camera since it is more than capable of running with the higher models. This camera produces high quality photographs, is durabe and lightweight, with a small body. Not to mention, a small price tag.

The D60 does, however, lack some of the features that give the more expensive brands their appeal, and high price tag. To start, it has less Megapixels, which is arguably a small detail. The D60 does not have dedicated controls for ISO or white balance. It is also lacking a number of focus points, compared to the D90 or D300.

For a beginner in the field the D60 has everything you need. The difference in quality between the D60 and it's higher level counterparts is only noticeable if you have already mastered the art of digital photography and would like to take it to the next level. I would not recommend a beginner purchase much higher than a D60, as it may just be a waste of valuable money that could be put towards a longer lens.

This pairing includes the Nikkor 55-200mm VR, an excellent starter telephoto for wildlife shooting, and a terrific all-around zoom lens for everyday photography.

This model has proven to me to be a tough and dependable camera, as I have dropped it on the ground and worst of all, fell in to a stream in Yosemite National Park with it around my neck. I dried the camera off and it worked like new.

If you would like to see what kind of photographs I have shot with my D60, check out my photostream on Flickr.com. Just look for Nick Chill!

Enjoy!