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

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• ASIN: B00154KTXI
• Item model number: D60
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #580 in Camera & Photo (See Bestsellers in Camera & Photo)

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• Date first available at Amazon.com: February 29, 2008

Product Description

Product Description
Kit includes: 1) Nikon D60 Digital SLR Camera w/ 18-55mm VR Lens; 2) Transcend 8GB SDHC Card; 3) Nikon EN-EL9 Li-Ion Battery Pack; 4) Nikon SLR System Case; 5) USB 2.0 High Speed SD Card Reader; 6) Digital Image Recovery Software; 7) Memory Card Storage Wallet; 8) Cameta 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 and is ideally suited for use with compact Nikon digital SLR cameras. This lens offers the most basic zoom range in the DX lens series, an equivalent focal length in 35mm terms of 27-82.5mm. The innovative Vibration Reduction (VR) system allows handheld telephoto zoom shooting even in poorly lit conditions. ♦ 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. ♦ Made from durable Cordura Nylon, and outfitted with a leather reinforced handle, 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. ♦ The Cameta Microfiber Cleaning Cloth is designed using the latest 21st Century technology to clean fingerprints and smudges from LCDs and lenses quickly, safely and easily.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars About my experience buying this D60 outfit, July 7, 2008

By	C. Alejandro Uribe Tovar (Bogota, Colombia) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Great Stuff! I received all the products I'd purchased in perfect conditions, however I have to say that the seller (Camera Cameta) sent a different Nikon SLR's case (the one they sent me does not have lateral pockets) and a different USB Converter from the ones shown in the webpage.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Nikon D60 = A Dream Come True !!, May 9, 2009

By	Teresa Eastlack "Alicyn, not Teresa Eastlack" (NJ, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I want to clear this out of the way first, before I get into the actual review itself : I am, by no means whatsoever, a professional photographer. This review is based on my personal experiences with this camera and its features. If you are looking for a more professional standpoint, I highly recommend you to visit the site dpreview . com (without spaces)

If you are just starting to take photography seriously and don't know what kind of SLR you should go for, the D60 is an excellent choice for the entry-level DSLR user.

This camera aims to please everyone, even the most jaded DSLR camera owner would be pleased with this. I've come across people who have been using SLR cameras for years, and they all praise this camera.



The good :

* The kit lens, although it doesn't zoom very far, is excellent for extreme close-up/macro photography. You do not get the highly coveted 1:1 ratio, but still ... It is what it is, and it's not a bad lens at all.

* Is capable of taking some rather amazing long-exposure photographs in either bulb mode, or just simply slowing down your shutter speed.

* For DSLR newcomers, the auto modes on this camera still have a whole slew of options where you have a lot more control over your finished results than a point-n-shoot's auto functions.

* Camera is very easy to focus, and the vibration reduction mode actually does prevent your images from being blurred. A few weeks back, I was a passenger in my mom's car and was trying out the camera to see how it would do in that setting, with my mom driving down the highway. The images turned out crystal clear, and I was in awe when I saw the results. So many cameras claim to have such an amazing VR/IS function, yet so few of them are any good.

* Speaking of which, even someone with really bad nerves can still take photos freehand without resorting to a tripod whatsoever.

* You have a very wide ISO range to choose from, and images rarely turn out grainy, even with long-exposure photography. Just set the noise reduction feature on, and you're good to go !!

* Exposure compensation goes all the way from -5 to +5, and this is perfect for those who love to make HDRi images.

* Literally, hundreds of white balance options. You can customise the settings of each one using the colour palette for each one, so there's no excuse now for your photos to have improper white balance.

* The F-Mount is made of metal and not plastic, which is essential for those of us who like to carry multiple lenses with us to our photo shoots. With that said, the lens stays snug and secure with the lock button to hold it in place. Lenses easily come on and off, which is another major plus.

* As opposed to just buying this camera from Nikon, you should get this kit from Cameta Camera. It has everything you need to get you started, including a back-up battery, Memory card reader a microfiber cloth and a very nice Nikon carry-all bag for your camera and everything included in this kit. Not to mention, this camera kit will save you loads of $$$ and is convenient for those of us that don't have the time to shop around for these extra things.

* Incredibly lightweight and easy to handle. Will feel comfortable in your hands. They don't call this the smallest DSLR for nothing ! :)

* Battery life is incredible, and the writing speed of image data to a memory card is a lot faster than other cameras.

* There's tons more wonderful features that this camera has to offer, but I'm not going to list them all and let you see for yourself how great this camera is.



The bad :

* Camera body is made of plastic, which doesn't really bother me. I only mention it because most DSLR users prefer their cameras to not be made of plastic.

* P,A,S, and M modes can be a bit annoying at times, if you're just starting out with a DSLR.

* The camera's user manual can be a bit difficult to understand in some instances.

* If you want to pursue IR photography, I'd get an older Nikon DSLR model. Unless you have a lot of time and patience, this really isn't even worth anything in the IR photography department.

* No stitch assistant, meaning the camera will not help you to take panoramic photos. You have to do it on your own and use your instincts.

* The constant firing of the flash can get extremely annoying, especially if you're trying to take photos in a low-light setting without a flash. Even if you shut your built-in flash, it'll still pop open from time to time.

* Kit lens cannot zoom too far away, so you should look into purchasing another additional lens. I highly recommend the Sigma 70-300mm Macro lens, which isn't really all that great for macros, but that's another review that I'll write soon, so check my other reviews often.



The ugly :

* Despite the price being very reasonable for this type of camera, you're going to end up buying a lot of nifty, expensive lenses and toys for this camera like I am !! :)


In conclusion, this camera is basically your newborn child. Take care of it, and keep buying it little toys, filters and lenses to improve the quality of your photography. Variety is the spice of life, and once you get this kind of camera, it's hard to imagine yourself ever picking up a chintzy point-n-shoot again. Once you've tasted what this camera has to offer, you will surely see that every hard-earned cent that you've put into your new camera is worth every penny.

This is an investment, and if you're taking photography seriously, it's time to put down that toy point-n-shoot camera and pick up a real one.

Also, when out in public using this camera, you'll be surprised at the people that stop and ask you if you're a pro and ask you to shoot photos of their wedding or their bands performing live !!

I sound like an infomercial, but what are you waiting for ? GET THIS KIT ALREADY !!! This kit has everything you need to start out with, all for a very reasonable price.

If you purchased this camera and all of the accessories separately, you'd probably spend at least a grand.

5.0 out of 5 stars Nikon D60 Outfit, July 1, 2009

By	C. ODRISCOLL (Walpole, MA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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The Nikon D60 is a great camera for those interested in photography or if you just want to capture great memories. This D60 Outfit kit came with awesome accessories at a low price. I found many of the bonus items as a necessity such as the carrying case, extra battery,& memory card. I would recommend this camera for anyone.

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