At the moment Nikon D80 is an outdated camera, but many amateur and professional photographers continue to use it. The camera was released in the fall of 2006, but is still popular, this is due to the huge set of useful functions and its trouble-free operation. The camera usually comes with one of 3 lenses
- Nikkor AF-S DX 18-135 / 3.5-5.6 G IF-EDthat was announced with the camera
- Nikkor 18-70mm f3.5-4.5G ED-IF AF-S DX, one of the best station wagons
- Nikon AF-S DX 18-55 F3.5-5.6G, a pretty whale lens.
Nikon D80 body
Advantages of the device to which you should pay attention:
- An excellent viewfinder, more than its predecessors, but still does not provide 100% coverage.
- Optional liquid crystal display. This is not a relic of the past, but a convenient thing that allows you to quickly configure the necessary little things and save battery in contrast to the large main display. Also, there is a backlight mode, which is very easily turned on by the on / off button of the camera.
- Focusing drive. He is "engine"In common people or" screwdriver "- will work with all lenses from Nikon that have autofocus. This will significantly expand the range of possible optics and save some money. The motor turns focus pretty quickly on my Nikkor 50mm F1.8 D.
- Matrix in 10MP, type of CCD sensor, working with different cameras, I can say that CCD has sometimes more pleasant colors than CMOS. Also about 10MP - today it is not much and not a little. Don't chase megapixels at all, even professional full-frame cameras Nikon D3, Nikon D700, Nikon D3s have 12MP. I advise my article Battle of Megapixels.
- Many focus points (areas) (total 11 zones), as much as in the newer Nikon D90 or old semi-professional Nikon D200This is a really useful feature when taking pictures. After 3 focus points on Nikon D40, 11 points on the D80 are just a huge amount.
- The custom menu, it would seem a trifle, but you can customize the menu for yourself. I usually put out there ISO control functions, the built-in flash mode, battery power and shooting modes (portrait, standard).
- Great battery, same as in nikon d200, d300(s) D90, D700 making it easy to change batteries between cameras. On average, the battery can withstand 1000 to 1500 frames, depending on the lens and shooting method.
- FP Flash Sync Modeallowing you to shoot with an external flash with shutter speed up to 1/4000. An indispensable function, how to use, read in my article "how to take pictures with flash during the day»
- External flash control mode. An indispensable feature - allows you to remotely control external flash units at a distance in i-TTL mode. SB-600, SB-700, SB-800, SB-900 и SB-910 Ideal for such control. It is enough to switch the built-in flash to the control mode (C - Comand Mode) and set the synchronization settings.
- A programmable button on which you can hang a number of functions, I personally set it to focus modes - by point, auto, dynamic zone.
- A separate button for bracketing will always allow you to simplify the setup and selection of the frame with a successful exposure. By the way, there is an opportunity bracketing by BB and by flash.
Disadvantages:
- Joystick (multi selector) without central button - quite unusual for our time. This slightly reduces the ergonomics of the camera. Even on small Nikon D40 the joystick has a central OK button. In the D80, the "OK" button is taken out separately and to press it, you need to move your fingers from one place to another.
- Metering does not work exposure with manual lenses, a rather inconvenient thing if you, for example, use Soviet optics. And any manual optics from Nikon will work only in manual mode - this means that the camera cannot measure exposure with lenses that do not have a chip.
- The camera does not show as fast a reaction as we would like it to be (although this does not apply to the shooting process itself). There is no info button. The overall reaction speed (menu, switching modes) as in Nikon D40. But then, navigation on the secondary display is just great.
- Not necessary and not programmable button for viewing depth of field. On the cropped matrix, it does not really allow you to peer into the DOF (DOF). It would be better if the company spent on such a pleasant trifle as vibrational cleaning of the matrix or increased the shutter speed to 1/8000.
- On my copy, after 20.000 frames, the gum on the rear panel began to peel off - most Nikon's problem. It is solved by repeated gluing, and sometimes by complete removal from the camera. After 128.000 frames on the camera, the frame counter turns off and starts counting in the opposite direction. But the mileage of over 100.000 on my copy only says that the camera is really very high quality.
At the moment this is Nikon's cheapest and most practical DSLR APS-C camera, which will allow you to get almost all the necessary functions of a professional camera. At the moment, there are practically no new cameras on sale, but in the secondary market you can find a huge offer of Nikon D80. If the functionality is very important at work for minimal funds, then the Nikon D80 is the best option.
Nikon D80 rear view
A brief comparison with a relative Nikon D90:
Nikon D80 has a basic ISO of 100, against Nikon D90 with his lo1. I Nikon D90 the maximum ISO is raised by one step, which is 6400. The Nikon D80 has a 2,5 inch screen with 230 thousand pixels, versus 3 inch with 920.000 pixels D90. And of course, D90 there is a Live View mode and video shooting. Nikon D90 also wins in terms of speed - 4.5 fps versus 3 fps. Otherwise, the cameras are very similar. I do not recommend upgrading from Nikon D80 to Nikon D90, D300, D300s without emergency. If you go already, then on Nikon D7000 or full frame Nikon D700 and others like that.
Here link to the archive with the originals - 586 MB, 73 photos in .NEF format (RAW) from the Nikon D80 camera.
Brief comparison with ancestor Nikon D200:
Nikon D80 same matrix as semi-professional camera Nikon D200. The only difference is the matrix kit, Nikon D200 it is double, which allows you to do 5 frames per second, while the Nikon D80 is single, which allows you to do only 3 frames per second. In general, they say that the matrices are different. The picture quality is very, very similar, I used a long time Nikon D200 and D80. Also, Nikon D200 has dust and moisture protection, it has more functionality, can work with manual lenses of the type AI-S, the shutter speed is half as fast as the Nikon D80 - 1/8000c versus 1/4000c. Also, the Nikon D200 has a 1,005 sensor, versus 420 for the Nikon D80. Nikon D80 uses SD cards, against big ones CF from Nikon D200. Well, the ergonomics are different. With Nikon D80 you will get the same picture as Nikon D200. When choosing between Nikon D80 and Nikon D200, the decisive factor was the battery life, which runs out very quickly on the two hundred. I do not recommend upgrading from Nikon D80 to Nikon D200.
Nikon D70(s), in my humble opinion, to compare is not practical due to the large difference in functionality. From D70 he took his classic design.
Sample photos on Nikon D80
All photos in this review without treatment. Size reduced to 2 or 3 MP and data from EXIF.
Features and recommendations for the use of Nikon D80:
The camera can very accurately show the number of spent frames for each battery and show the battery charge level with an accuracy of one percent. By the way, the battery is the same as the Nikon D90, D700, D200, D300, D300s, it’s convenient for me to change batteries between my D90 and D80 cameras.
Tips:
- I advise you to program a function button to select the focus mode, this will help you quickly switch between automatic and spot focus mode. Also turn off high ISO and long shutter noise reduction functions, since they greatly reduce the number of frames in the buffer, there are about three of them. With disabled features you can achieve 6 frames in RAW in the buffer.
- I use Nikon D80 and 32GB Class 10 without any problems SD HC memory card, this means that the camera works adequately with new memory cards, so you don’t have to worry about the age and compatibility of the camera.
- Since this is still a DX camera, I do not advise buying expensive DX lenses for it, then you still have to switch to a full frame. Well, if the DX format is fine, then Nikon 35mm F1.8, Nikon 55-200 and classic Nikon 50mm f / 1.8D AF Nikkor will be a great addition to the camera for little money.
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Conclusions:
Nikon D80 - an obsolete miracle of camera manufacturing with great functionality. Suitable for both amateurs and professionals. Recommended as a budget option for any need.
I advise you to look at the page recommendations for choosing an amateur Nikon camera.
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Arkady, hello! but please tell me Nikon B80 is suitable for professional purposes?
I’m not Arkady, but tell me. Will do. Better look in the direction of good glasses and not carcasses. Since the carcass is just a stub to the glass. The picture is made by glass and not by a matrix. I myself use D300s + D5100 (for video mostly) + 50mm Nikkor 1.4G + 80-200mm Nikkor f2.8D MK3 + Sigma 17-50mm f2.8 OS HSM EX + Nikon SB-910 and I don’t know grief. For all tasks enough. All focal overlaps.
Well, not everyone is as cool as you ... ..
Arkady, hello! but please tell me Nikon D80 is suitable for professional purposes?
Thanks for this review and for other articles. I learned a lot of useful things, choosing the first DSLR for family purposes and good photos for our site about Crimea
Arkady, reveal the secret: why did they leave the D80 for themselves instead of the same D90? After all, did you have D90, and the experience of using them is just huge?
Yes, Arkady would be interested to know why D80 was left to himself.
The latest advanced model with a CCD matrix. D200 is heavy and eats the battery, D3000 is not functional.
Arkady, I have a Nikon d80 + Nikkor 1.8D, which suits me and is a regular one. Tell me if you encounter such a problem. When photographing, the picture on the display is much lighter (in the menu, the monitor brightness is reduced to -2) than later when opened on the computer. All the pictures then turn out very dark. This was not the case when there was nikkor 18-135. What to do: consciously take photographs with overexposure, so that later you can get normal pictures or focus on the display, so that later in the ravah, adjust the exposure to plus. Maybe something is wrong with me? Have you also happened?
Arkady, please tell me, the quality is equal to D80 with compression or is without compression.
With compression. No compression only for prof. cameras.
Arkady, tell me, if you can, what I encountered.
At first I used a 80 GB card on the D4. It seemed a little.
I bought 32 GB. For a while, I worked fine, and then when viewing the card directly on my computer, I stopped opening some pictures. If you copy them to a computer, then everything is fine. And from the card - does not open.
Tried to blame the card. I bought a new one. All the same. Just does not open already from the first day, and not after a while like the previous one. So you have to blame the camera already? What is the problem?
Have you encountered this? Does not open about 10-12% of shots. Moreover, they are located in random order.
I hope for your wise advice and rich experience.
Arkady, good day! Please help, tell me!
I had a Nikon d60, since 2008 I have served faithfully, and I didn’t have a soul in it! but 3 weeks ago it broke down, repairing expensive (the shutter release mechanism flew) and for how long enough, I'm not sure. I thought of taking the same bu, well, I got attached to him, then still I refused this idea. And now I want to get something similar in terms of color rendition. Will Nikon d80 fit? they both have a CCD matrix? Are there any significant differences in the image?
What can you recommend?)
Thank you in advance!
I myself have been using the D2008 since December 40. I got used to it, everything was fine (for amateur purposes, of course). In May I bought a D80 (with a butblock) and a Nikon 35mm f / 2D AF for the occasion. The colors, in my opinion, remained the same, but the ergonomics are much better. Everything you need is at hand. I took 28500 with mileage. I do not regret a single gram.
good time of day! I use D80, I’m thinking about replacing it .. I want to use FF, but on d600 it confuses focus, on d7100 it confuses a large number of pixels, and yet it’s crop, you need your advice, what is better to take?
Stop already embarrassed! what are you how small!
Hello Arkady, I recently purchased a D80 with a 28-80 mirror a week later I realized that this lens is not enough, advise not an expensive zoom replacement?
+ I wanted to try some sort of Soviet fifty dollars looking towards Helios-81N, what do you say?
If you want a wider range, consider the native 18-105 as an option - there are many in the aftermarket. Or the older 18-135 is also an option, but it seems to be worse in quality. 18-200 is already expensive.
Good day. Advise if you should change Nikon D60 to Nikon D80. thanks
Sergey, it depends on whether you need its functions. It seems to me that if the D60 suits you, then it's not worth it - the quality of the images will be about the same. The transition makes sense if you:
1) Want to fully use non-motorized lenses such as Nikkor AF 50 mm f / 1.8.
2) Need the differences that exist between them.
More details here - http://snapsort.com/compare/Nikon_D80-vs-Nikon_D60
If you want a more sophisticated camera to move on, the D80 is a good option. Now it costs a penny, and the functionality is at the D90 level, only without video.
And also a useful link for you - http://snapsort.com/compare/Nikon_D80-vs-Nikon_D60
no. sewed on soap.
If you change, then for the current generation.
Good afternoon.
Tell me which one is better to take: D80 or D5100.
The first SLR.
Thank you.
https://radojuva.com.ua/2013/01/what-camera-nikon-shoud-i-buy/
Good evening. In terms of photo quality, color rendition is better than d80 or d3100? What to take with a small budget?
Recommendations here https://radojuva.com.ua/2013/01/what-camera-nikon-shoud-i-buy/
Arkady, I understand that you are not going to part with d80 yet, he also suits me, I try to twist everything possible out of him. I have a question: how to get the maximum resolution in pixels from “our” device when converting from rav to jeep in ADOBE CAMERA RAV up to approximately 10 MPixels. More than 6-7 megapixels does not work, but I need more expansion.
And what, does the m42 adapter not fit on it?
with compensating lens suitable
Good evening, Arkady! I've been shooting d80 for five years. There were no problems. In the summer I “wet” the camera. Does not turn on. The photo workshop has determined the cost of the repair - 2700 UAH. (replacement of electronics). Firstly, I doubt the objectivity of the price (and the malfunction). Secondly, I wondered if it was worth repairing the camera for such a price. Is it possible to take a new (or used) camera of the same level or higher?
What do you advise? Perhaps you can tell me about an “honest” and “decent” photo workshop.
Thank you in advance!
Good afternoon, Arkady. Just recently I found your site and am happy to read it. I am a beginner photographer, because I have a lot of questions. But I will not ask everything, I will ask the most painful of the last. I have two cameras. At first there was a Nikon D5100 with a whale 18-55, he photographed them a little less than a year. Recently I attended to the choice of lens, I decided to take a telephoto lens. It was really decided to take Nikonovsky 55-300, as I found on the internet a super offer - Nikon d80 + Nikon 18-135 (with broken autofocus) + sigma 18-200... All the fun for $ 220. Naturally, he hastily examined and bought a set. Now, having tested 200 mm, I understand that there will be no particular joy from 300. Moreover, even before DSLRs I had a Nikon p500 superzoom and realized that lenses that I could tough would not give such an approximation. Now, actually, the question. I realized that I needed a shirik and chose Sigma 10-20, the one that is darker (4-5,6). Firstly, I'm interested in which of my two cameras it will give the best result, and secondly, how do you like this lens in general. I read a bunch of reviews on the Internet, but after examining your site, I realized that your opinion would not hurt either. In a search on the site, I found that there were already similar questions, but usually you advise taking a tokina, which costs as much as $ 650. And sigma can be taken for 400. I will make a reservation that I shoot only for myself, from shirik I look forward to funny portraits, beautiful and clear nature, not much “bogged down” architecture. Thanks in advance for your reply.
I did not work with this sigma, I can not tell.
How amazingly fast you answer! Wow! Sorry for the importunity, but did not try sigma 8-16? An uncompromising angle for crop.
Good afternoon,
When I take a picture, a description of the camera appears on the display above the photo. How to remove this description to see the photo in full?
read the instructions.
Good day to everyone! I bought a D80 body, tell me, will the Rokinon 80-200 1: 4,5 fit as a universal lens? Thank!
will not do.
Thank! And what then to choose a lens with a budget limit of 200-300 UAH?
I am the owner of the d80 camera and faced such a problem ... When the battery pack is connected, the built-in flash refuses to work ... in any mode ... and when the flash button is pressed, it also does not respond! .. Tell me what it could be, or maybe somewhere settings need to be changed ????
Hi Arkady. I have D80 the same year. A good camera, but recently there was a breakdown when you press the shutter button halfway to focus instead of the aperture and shutter speed data, Err is displayed and taking pictures at idle, that is, the shutter works but the electronics do not work when you do the next shot, then everything works, in general, the electronics works every other time. What could it be
Want to learn how to take high-quality pictures to start with a Nikon D80 with an 18-55 VR lens will be enough?
More than enough. Great camera.
Arkady, I recently bought a D80 too, your site helped a lot with the choice. Now, creative agony, the lens is set to the regular 16-85 Nikkor. I see your photos are compared with my own, NOT SUCH result, open a secret ... Do you polish them? Of course, the hands and eyes are not the same, but it cannot be that everyone is like that ... They seem to be in a haze, there is no clarity and purity of color, everything is natural, but you want to wash it off, like a raid. Moreover, your photos seem to be without processing. Sinned on focus, researched on the subject of the tank / front, like everything is in place.
The D80 Matrix is VERY and VERY fond of light. Overcast, evening, in the room - not an option at all (without flash backlighting). Sensitivity over 400 - just forget. Turn off the noise reduction completely. Counterlight is contraindicated; - reduces contrast). Only RAW for shooting and usable. Processing in Photoshop or NX2 with games of contrast, sharpening, exposure, white balance, color saturation and more. As a result, we get just gorgeous photos. Good luck with your creativity!