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  • EN-EL3e Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
  • MH-18a Quick Charger
  • EG-D2 Audio Video Cable
  • UC-E4 USB Cable
  • AN-DC1 Strap
  • BF-1A Body cap
  • DK-5 Eyepiece Cap
  • DK-21 Rubber Eyecup
  • BM-7 LCD monitor cover
  • Accessory shoe cover
  • Software Suite CD-ROM

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Great DX Camera I bought my first D80 in 2007. Having used it for portrait photography, travel photography, landscape photography, and wildlife photography, it has done extremely well at all of them. I occasionally find the maximum ISO of 1600 to be a little low, the shooting speed of only 3fps can be an issue with wildlife, but overall it has done the job very well. In the end, I was so pleased with it that I got an underwater housing for it, along with a spare body, and it is now my main underwater body. June 23, 2011
love the camera, has great features the camera is heavy to wear around the neck, but the quality of photos is great April 14, 2011
Awesome Body, still viable years later. I have owned this body for several years now and the counter is right around 25,000 shots. Some might lambaste this "old" body but it was built on the rock-solid D200 internals and is still 100% viable in today's market. This body really shines with pro glass, and I have made amazing 20x30 prints from the resulting images. Not bad for an "older" body. Oh, and make sure to get the battery grip for the camera, it makes it SOO easy to use if you have larger hands. April 14, 2011
Good overall My first experience w/digital SLRs. Very easy to learn and use. Small caveat: exposure meter tends to "over-expose" as compared to results from slides in 35mm film cameras. Once this was corrected, camera functioned very well for 4years of service. Have passed it down to my daughter. January 20, 2011
Mixed feelings on this camera...... I have been pleased with using the camera and the quality of the photos. Good utility and feel, sensor is good. I would be very pleased with it if I didn't have to spend $300 to have the shutter rebuilt after owning the camera for 2 years and less than 1000 shots. I got the camera out to use it for a very important family occasion and I got a very generic error message in the display window on the top of the camera. No information in the manual other than to return the camera to Nikon for service. Searched the web and found this was a fairly common problem. Be warned - it could happen to you. November 23, 2010
Nikon D-80 with 18-135mm Lens I do not get good sharp photos what I expected. For indoor shooting and close ups, the result is okay. If I shoot outdoor for landscape or birds, result is very poor. I noted that one of my friend was taking very good and sharp photos using a compact canon camera. Overall camera is not bad, but comparing its brand and price with others, it don't justify. April 14, 2011
Poor lifespan Never would believe that a camera that I had paid a good amount of money for would only last for 3 short years. Seems that the quality of cameras has deminished over the years and has not gotten better. The lifespan of electronic camera and platics used to make them do not meet the quality of years ago. August 10, 2011
Poor construction I cannot understand how a camera costing more than $1400.00 can have such a poorly designed and manufactured battery connection. The battery has been removed for charging no more than a couple of dozen times and the spring loaded center connection no longer touches the battery contact. I was considering purchasing a D300. I shall purchase a Canon instead January 5, 2011
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What is the max SD card size for a D80

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32gb
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I use a SanDisk 16gb Extreme Class 10, No problems.
 
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So it says that it is not supported, but I use an 8GB SDHC card without any problems.
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4GB
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will a Sigma DG 70-300mm work with a D80?

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ABSOLUTLY AND IT WORKS BEATIFULL ON VACATIONS ANS SPORTS i USE MINE ALL THE TIME "gREAT FOR INCOGNITO SHOTS OF CHILDREN AND ADULTS YOU CAN HIDE FROM THEIR FIELD OF VIEW AND GET THEM AT THE BEST ACTION MOMENT.
I CONSIDER THE LENS ELEMENTAL!
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I have one, and yes, it does.
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Yes it will work, cant remember off hand as its been a long time since I had a D80, but you should mantain metering and af with the lens.
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My camera is reading err, shutter works. it is not focusing, doesn't recoginize the lens. what can I do

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To remove the err, why not press the shutter release button and the depth of field button at the same time. for me it worked.
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Beofre thinking about sending it in make sure the lens and body contacts are clean, use a drop of eclipse fluid on a cotton bud to clean them.
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You will need to send your camera for service if by releasing the shutter you're still getting the error.
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Is Nikon 80 - 200mm f2.8 AF works well in Nikon D80?

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I thought of buying the nikon lense 80 - 200mm F2.8 AF-D for my nikon D80. Could you please confirm that Nikon 80 - 200mm F2.8 AF-D is compatible with Nikon D80?
In addition, what is the difference between Nikon 80 - 200mm F2.8 AF-D / Nikon 80 - 200mm F2.8AF-S? Which lense is more appropriate for Nikon D80?
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either lens will work. the af lens does not have the built in motor in the lens. the afs lens does and should focus faster. but the afs lens is no longer in production so the new af will work fine. these lens do not have vr if u need that u will have to step up to the 70/ 200 vr wich is double the money.

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I assume your comparing the AF-S NIKKOR
70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II and the AF Zoom-Nikkor 80-200mm f/2.8D ED. I would get the 70-200 if you don't mind spending the extra money, the VRII vibration reduction is well worth it if you are trying to shoot without a tripod.
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Yes it will work with the D80.
AF lenses autofocus with the lens motor built into the camera (the d80 has this). AF-S lenses have a focus motor built into the lens.
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Charging my D80 in New Zealand with my American charger.

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I have a EN-EL3e Rechargeable Li-ion battery charger for the US and I want to charge it in New Zealand. Can I just put a walk plug adapter on the charger or do I need to convert 240 volts in NZ to the 120 in the US
 
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I have traveled all over Europe with the D80 and charger - Plug it into the electric shaver outlet over night. Check with a NIkon Dealer in NZ regarding pluging it into 240v directly.
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I've had this problem for over a year now. The battery will show that it is almost empty even after a full charge

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This is very frustrating because I've missed several shots already when the shutter button won't work because of the problem. I need to turn the camera off and on to take a photo when this problem occurs, which is very frequently, sometimes after each shot. I've had this problem regardless of the battery i use. It seems like it is a fairly common problem from my online research but there is no clear solution. Can someone please help me solve this? Thanks.
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Have you updated the D80 to the latest firmware. It sounds like a similar problem they were having with the camera not recognizing lenses. Also are the batteries in good condition, as not old or exposed to extreme heat at one time.
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If you already tried a different battery and the problem persists, you are welcome to send your camera for evaluation.
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Can use with nikkor 300 2.8 edif serial num 610485 ?

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There is not enough information to answer specifically, in the D80 manual, there is a list of supported and incompatible lenses. There is no 300mm listed as incompatible. Please check the user manual
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Yes.
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Where do I get a missing part

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I sold all my Canon gear and repurchased Nikon because I was told Nikon is simply the best. About a week ago I got my brand new D80 and 300mm lens from Amazon. Everything was new in the box. Everything appears to work fine with one exception. I am missing a part. My new D80 has no cover on the flash hot shoe. I was told my a local dealer that the part is BS-1. I can not find anyone locally who has this item or is even willing to order it. Seems it is too insignificant. I called Amazon and they tell me there is nothing they can do and I should call Nikon. Well here I am. I need a BS-1. I paid almost $1000 for my new Nikon gear and so far all I have gotten is the run around. Canon would simply have sent me the part with an apology. I hope I did not make a big mistake going with Nikon.
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Well seeins as you bought it from Amazon why would Nikon send it you with an "apologoy". Tbh its only a little plastic cover which most people end up loosing anyway and can be bought at most camera shops or on the bay.
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Hmmm, otherwise try ebay, must be some cheap flash cover hot shoes out there.
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The light areas in some photos flash from black and back to lght again on the LCD monitor,does anyone know why?

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What you are seeing is the highlight overexposure warning. The hightlights that are blown out (no detail visible) are white in your image, but when this warning feature is enabled, they blink black to let you know that the areas are overexposed. You can read more about what this feature does and how to use it and the histogram to take better photos: http://www.nikonusa.com/Learn-And-E....
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Highlights are the brightest portions of the image. Details may be lost ("washed out") in areas of highlights that are overexposed. Use the multi-selector up or down until you get the desire display.
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I have a d80? What is a good versatile lens to use at social functions?

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The 17-55 would be a good all round lens to use.
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Please click on the link below for the lens simulator; it will help you to make the decision on what lens you need.
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American Photo Editor’s Choice 2007 Award, July 2007

The Nikon D80 digital SLR camera recently received an American Photo Editor’s Choice 2007 Award from the editors of American Photo and Popular Photography. Editors, Russell Hart and Jonathan Barkey, named the Nikon D80 one of the top advanced digital SLRs of the year. Hart and Barkey emphasized that the D80 produced great images and was the best handling camera in the advanced digital SLR field. The large glass pentaprism viewfinder was called one of the best in its class as well. Hart and Barkey were impressed with the D80’s outstanding menu design and its in-camera editing features such as cropping and red-eye fix. The Nikon D80 was able to make quite a name for itself, even in a crowded advanced digital SLR field.


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Macworld Editors’ Choice Award, February 2007

Macworld’s Ben Long selected the Nikon D80 for his Editors’ Choice Award. Long was impressed with the D80’s “tremendous quality at a great price” and the features that the camera offered. Long admired the D80 for handling more like a high-end digital SLR and commented on how the D80 produced excellent image quality. Long concluded that the Nikon D80 has raised the bar for its competition in the sub-$1000 digital SLR market.


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February 2007, Nikon D80

by Dan Richards and Michael McNamara

Dan Richards and Michael McNamara of Popular Photography and Imaging have awarded the Nikon D80 top honors in their 10 megapixel digital SLR shootout. Richards and McNamara were very pleased with the control and image quality of the D80. They wrote that the D80 has an “outstanding, super-sensitive 11-point AF system” and lots of image presets to help adjust and correct images within the camera. The D80 also provided excellent overall color accuracy throughout their tests and the “resolution and image detail were superb.” Richards and McNamara agreed that the D80 is “a megaton hit.”

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January/February 2007, Nikon D80

by Mike Stensvold

The Nikon D80 was recently included in the PC Photo article, “Hot New D-SLRs” in their January/February 2007 issue. Mike Stensvold wrote that the D80 is not only a fast camera that can keep up with the quickest of subjects, but also offers “outstanding color and tone reproduction.” Stensvold was impressed with the camera’s many helpful features and controls such as D-Lighting, Trim, Image Overlay and monochrome settings and film effects. At the end of his review, Stensvold claimed, “Notably smaller and lighter than the D200, the D80 offers many of its features in a much lower-priced package.”

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January 2007, Nikon D80

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The Nikon D80 was included in the Last-Minute Holiday Wish List gift guide in the January 2007 issue of Men's Journal. The D80 has a “top-notch image processing engine” to go along with 10.2 megapixels and a “super fast 11-point autofocus.” The D80 also provides users with a bright 2.5-inch LCD screen and wireless flash. Men's Journal concluded that the D80 is “best for the budding pro.”

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January 2007, Nikon D80

by Eric Butterfield

PC World named the Nikon D80 one of the top ten digital cameras in their January 2007 issue. Eric Butterfield called the D80 an eagerly anticipated camera that built upon the qualities that the Nikon D70 offered. Butterfield called the D80 a “fast, powerful SLR.” Image quality, battery life and overall design were given very high marks as well. Butterfield praised the D80 for offering many features such as a large 2.5-inch LCD screen, 10.2 megapixels and 7 different scene modes.

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December 2006, Nikon D80

by Maxim Magazine

The Nikon D80 was featured in the “Upgrade” section of the December 2006 issue of Maxim. According to Maxim, the 10.2 megapixel D80 out performs more expensive digital SLR cameras and has “the power to snap 100 consecutive pics at three frames per second.” The writers at Maxim found that the D80 performed very well, and, in addition, offers features that advanced-level digital SLR cameras have.

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December 2006, Nikon D80

by George Schaub

George Schaub of Shutterbug magazine has recently reviewed the Nikon D80 and found the camera to be unlike any digital SLR camera that he has previously reviewed. Schaub applauded the D80 when he wrote that the “enhanced battery life is certainly a boon for those taking this camera on a hike or a long weekend’s shoot.” He concluded that the D80 is “an excellent traveling companion” due to its solid feel and strong body build.

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December 2006, Nikon D80

by Ibarionex R. Perello

Ibarionex R. Perello from PC Photo called the Nikon D80 a “small but powerful” camera. According to Perello, the D80 is a camera that packs all the key features needed to take great pictures in a compact package. Perello noted that the D80 was able to “produce sharp photographs with accurate exposure” even under the toughest conditions.

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November/December 2007, Nikon D80

by Jonathan Barkey

American Photo’s Jonathan Barkey has chosen the Nikon D80 as his Editor’s Choice in the magazine’s November issue. Barkey noted that the D80 offered good ISO range from 100 to 3200 and had wireless flash control and D-Lighting processing. Barkey commented that the D80 and the higher-end Nikon D200 shared many of the same high-end features and controls, stating that the D80 “gives you identical image quality and many of the same assets” as its higher-end relative, the D200.

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October 2006, Nikon D80

by Terry Sullivan

Terry Sullivan of PC Magazine wrote a dazzling review of the Nikon D80 digital SLR camera, stating that the camera “packs excellent performance, very good image quality, and a long zoom lens.” Overall, Sullivan was very pleased with the features and controls that the camera borrowed from the higher end Nikon D200. Sullivan comments that the Nikon D80 has been the most eagerly anticipated digital SLR released this year and concludes that the camera “doesn’t disappoint.”

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October 2006, Nikon D80

by Dave Etchells

Dave Etchells of Imaging Resource has completed a full hands-on review of the Nikon D80 and candidly writes that the Nikon D80 “is a superb photographic tool, offering value well beyond its relatively modest price point.” The build quality of the D80 was one of the focuses of Etchells’ review, and he stated that the D80 was “solidly built, well-balanced in the hand, highly responsive and delivers excellent image quality.” Etchells concludes his review with a high recommendation and describes the Nikon D80 as “one of the better cameras on the market.”