Comments on: Nikon D90 vs Canon 40D

By: Sziga

Sziga — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 20:11:20 +0000

40D is a semi-pro camera, well built, has a superb wheel-button which is makes it really comfortable to use and it’s image quality (especially in ISO 400-1600) outperforms even the newer 50D / 550D because of its great CMOS. I love it. I also use my friend’s D90 a lot which is also a good camera for beginners. Featurewise it’s of course the better choise, but if you don’t want to make HD videos 40D is much better. (Especially for REAL photographers, If it’s just a hobby you better take the Nikon… at least in my opinion.)

Oh, and forget this “oh yea the Nikkor kit lens is much better than the Canon!” because:
1) It’s not.
2) 18-55 is useless most of the time.
3) For a low price you can get a Sigma 17-70 F2,8 which outperforms both.
4) Mostly the image quality (everything except noise) depends on the lens you use. Save some money for a better lens! Primes are the way to go.

By: canikon

canikon — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 06:01:59 +0000

Sony is still the best

By: Pas

Pas — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 06:56:29 +0000

If you look at real reviews and test results that include the D90, you’ll quickly notice that, because of it’s CMOS sensor, it’s actually superior in picture quality than all other non-professional Nikon models. It even surpasses the D300 (see Ken Rockwell’s reviews). Sure the D300 has more bells and whistles because it was deemed to ba a pro model (entry level) but if you look at side by side comparisons, it’s clear which has the best picture quality – and isn’t THAT what’s the most important in the long run?

The rest seem to me like the standard basic features you’d expect for it’s category and price point.

By: Dickie

Dickie — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 10:57:51 +0000

after long deliberation i went with the 40D, far superior product, in regards to construction and output, if i want a video camera i will buy a video camera, 40D has live view, i never use it so dont care that you have to flip the mirror to focus, i want a camera that will do what i want it to do when i want it, and thats to take photos, the 40D does this extremely well?
we could debate all day which camera is best but it basically all comes down to individual needs

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 16:30:05 +0000

Although this article is just a simple rehashing of tech specs, I do feel that the Nikon D90 is being given an unfair rep here.
Just because it is geared towards consumers doesn’t mean it can’t take professional level shots.
When used properly, the 40D and D90 will be able to yield identical results.
The higher FPS is only necessary for sports photography and such, otherwise people usually shoot one frame at a time.
The ISO control on the D90 is excellent, and being able to shoot at such high ISOs with less noise is really a huge benefit.
As with the comment who said that they could only match the 40D with the D300, the D300 and D90 give identical quality pictures. The D300 just has more autofocus points, and a better body + higher FPS. They still take the same quality photos.

By: Svrider

Svrider — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 00:47:06 +0000

AnHund, Well Said…… quit with all the spec talk. What makes a great photo is largely the photographer’s skill and to a much lesser extent the camera’s specifications. Don’t tell me there weren’t any great photos back in the film SLR days before digital technology took over. If you don’t get your composition right or if you don’t know how to draw someone’s attention, you photo will SUCK! Read Ken Rockwell’s blog.

Get a grip, everyone!

By: AnHund

AnHund — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 15:48:13 +0000

Camera brand, resolution, technical features and expenses lenses won’t make you a better photographer, so just choose the camera you like best

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By: Ryan

Ryan — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 19:37:37 +0000

This guy is actually getting a LOT of page views because of our comments! The D90 just has fancy extras that a serious photographer, I assume, won’t really need in the long run.

PS The screen behind the camera is dead unreliable. When you see a blurry image on the screen, DON’T DELETE IT YET. Check it in a big screen or on your computer first

By: chris

chris — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 05:17:45 +0000

Thanks for all these threads. I have a 40D since May and had many problems with it. Didn’t seem to be able to take a clear group photo.
Often it was mis-focus. Brought the lens back to Canon to calibrate. Much better now, but lost confidence in the camera. Selling it tomorrow and thinking of swapping to a D90 or EOS 7D,

My feelings.. I had expected the DSLR to perform like my old film camera EOS 88. where the photos were simply amazing.. well it didn’t

Oh ya, one major comment about 40D, the screen resolution isn’t that great, After each shot , when I check and zoom in, they are look kinds blur. But when you download in the PC, the photos look decent.

Ciao