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Yes, I used most Nikon DSLRs up to the D810. The D5000 uses basically the same sensor as the D300, which is a good thing. For me the 5000 series didn't add a lot of value compared to the "entry level" Nikons. Same lens compatibility, same sensors, same image quality.

Yes, just like the X100F did. The problem with upscaling in the camera is, that you always will end up with a jpg and you are locked in what the camera software can do. If the camera would turn out a cropped raw file, you can choose an external upscaler (like Gigapixel or similar) and those get better as time goes on.

You can turn on the focus confirmation beep in the menu.

The D6 is great. But a tiny bit heavy for many :)

Well phrased. Yet life would be boring without RUclips videos :) Can we see any of your art?

Lol. How so?

It is exactly the same on the GRIIIX. As I explained at the end of the video it's only the cropped focal lengths that change. You have a equivalent of 40mm to start with, 1st crop mode will be 50mm and the second 70mm.

This is an excellent overview. Thank you. In built crop vs 50/70mm lens. Won’t that just crop it too?

Good info. I have never worked with Affinity photo. I use Lightroom 5.7 and shows a cropped DNG file. I assume the new Lightroom versions do the same. I definitely prefer the cropped DNG file to work from.

It's not unique to Ricoh. Leica does it with the Q, I think. But it is definitely the best way a crop mode is implemented. The GR3 is fantastic!

Is there really a difference? Or just crop in lightroom later...

@@DoKaTS There is no difference in image quality between the internal crop modes and during post in light room later if you shoot raw (DNG). I find the internal crop mode more convenient as I can compose in real time during the photoshoot and don't have to replicate it in post.

If the batteries are weak, the lens won't open. Use a good, fresh pair of batteries and try again

@@HerbsVintageTech can u suggest what batteries to use

@@krazyeron2689 Digital cameras need good batteries and good batteries costs more, unfortunately. To test if your camera works, buy a good set of Alkaline batteries from a name brand like Energizer or Duracell. Stay away from the cheapest ones. Use them fresh out of the package, don't take them out of another device. Once you established that your camera is working, buy yourself rechargeable NiMh batteries, also from a name brand. I have good luck with Energizer NiMh batteries, especially the 2000 mAh version. The good thing is that you can use those batteries in other devices as well, so the money is not wasted if your camera doesn't work.

Yes, but you get a different look from the sensor. I will do a comparison video between the D40 and one of the newer iterations of the D3xxx series eventually.

I saw in your lightroom camera profile that you also own a Nikon D3300. What's your take on that camera. I am about to buy after buying the d40, which is a real joy to use with the SB400 flash.

@@armingutschick9105 The D3300 is a good camera. I consider it the best of the D3000 series, because after it Nikon deliberately left stuff out. The 24mp sensor has a bigger demand on the lenses used. If you want to see a difference to the D40 in resolution, you have to use good glass. the 35mm 1.8 AF-S for example. Honestly, though, if you think you will take better photos with the D3300 compared to the D40, you will be disappointed. The ease of the D40 is its biggest asset. If somebody would tell me I can only keep the D40 or the D3300, I would choose the D40 without hesitation.

@@HerbsVintageTech Thank you for your answer to my question. I really enjoy using the D40 I must say. I also have a D700 and a d200, which are both quite chunky for traveling. And I actually prefer the output of the D40 sensor to the CCD-sensor of the D200! I think at 800 ISO the D40 has cleaner files. Just one more thing about traveling light: I have a Fujifilm xe2 (similar to your xe2s). When do you decide to go "mirrorless" when you plan a trip, for example. Do you take one DSLR and one mirroless with you. What would be your thought process on that?

@@armingutschick9105 The 6MP CCD sensor is definitely cleaner at 800ISO compared to the 10MP CCDs. I will make a video about a travel setup sometime It's something I'm really passionate about. It depends a bit where I'm going and what I plan to do. If I go on a city trip, I sometimes just end up taking my Ricoh GR3. It's such a versatile camera and on a crowded subway I just don't want any camera bag. The rest depends purely on my mood. Sometimes I pick the D40, sometimes the K100D, sometimes the XE2s. I also really like the Sony RX1. I have several travel setups in small bags that I just grab and go. The secret for travel is a small bag. Years ago I decided on a bag size and if the gear doesn't fit, it stays home. Another very important step for a travel setup is to know what focal lengths you use the most. I lot of people try to cover every focal length from super wide to telephoto for travel "just in case". That leads to a lot of gear that is just heavy and in the way.

Some of my D40 photos were published in books, magazines and catalogues. I have seen movie posters printed from 6mp files. Megapixels don't matter, sensor size does.

Thanks for the info. I will give the *ist D a try.

What batteries are you using? I would say your batteries are not the best. Like I said in my video, I use 2000mAh Energizer batteries and I get hundreds of shots out of them. Also, Panasonic Eneloop batteries are used a lot by photographers with Pentax D100D and K200D cameras.

This is unusual. Something is wrong. Try a set new batteries.

I'm not quite sure what you mean by "professional work". If you sell your photographs you have to determine what your customers require. Much more important than the camera bodies are the lenses you will use. Invest in lenses not camera bodies. The D90 will autofocus with more lenses, so that might be an advantage. Both the D40 and the D90 don't need an adapter for Nikon F (DSLR) mount lenses. The D90 has a newer CMOS sensor while the D40 has an older CCD sensor, so your photos will have a different look. By your questions I have a feeling the D90 might be a better fit for you. Heads up that I found that the D90 has reliability issues. We had more D90s in the repair shop than any other DSLR. Depending on where you live you might want to check out a D300 (same sensor as the D90 and much sturdier body) as well.

​@@HerbsVintageTechThese are the options that fit my budget in the area I am in (I wonder if all of these support analog SLR lenses as well?) 1- Nikon D50 + Nikon AF-S DX 18-55 mm 2- Nikon D70 35-70 mm 3- Nikon D80 Tamron 17-50 mm 4- Nikon D90 body 5- Nikon D5000 body 6- Nikon D3000 body 7- Pentax K10D 18-55 mm

@@HerbsVintageTech ccd colour better than cmos sensors

@@imam-icereyan5471 They all support analog SLR lenses except the D5000 and D3000 (watch my video Nikon D40 in Special Mode for more info as it applies to the D3000 and D5000 as well). If I would have the choice between all these cameras I would chose the D80 or the Pentax K10D. They are all capable of excellent photos.

Changing the focus screen with a split screen is a great idea. They are getting harder to find, though.

D40 vs d90 whihc winner?

@@imam-icereyan5471 For specs, the D90 is much better in every way. D40 was entry level, D90 was prosumer. I prefer using my D40 as it is smaller, lighter and simpler to use. Both can take excellent photos.

The D90 had many technical issues. It was one of the most encountered DSLRs in our repair shop. Otherwise it's a great camera. I prefer the D40 because of its size. It fits in a Thinktank Mirrorless Mover 10 with two prime lenses.

Thank you so much!

Vielen Dank!

Do you mean the battery door? The door should slide out and open. There is not much that can go wrong actually. Whatever you do, don't apply a lot of force as the plastic taps that hold the door closed can break and then the door won't stay closed. You could upload a photo somewhere and I could have a look.

Thanks for much for your comment. I appreciate it :)

That is awesome! It is a great camera.

Thanks for watching my video. My wife and I visited your beautiful country a few years ago and we had a wonderful time! Tikal and Semuc Champey were fantastic! I look forward to see some photos from the K100D if you buy one.

Yes it can.

It was just a different concept. Nikon had the D70 on the market at the time (same sensor), so people had a choice if they would like autofocus with AF-D lenses. The D40 was designed for a certain clientele and this concept proved to be very successful. Yet, personally I don't really care what something was designed to do. I'm interested in what I can do with it. Also - a lot of people don't want to hear it - the D40's kit lens outperformed many much more expensive AF-D zooms. That being said, you can still use AF-D lenses on the D40, you just have to manual focus. Nikon's "cheap" DX lens line (18-55, 55-200 and 35mm 1.8) is EXCELLENT optically and you will have a hard time finding AF-D lenses that outperform them optically.

@@HerbsVintageTech yeah I get it but back then I never saw the D40 as any kind of significant upgrade to my D70 - yes it had a better resolution LCD, higher top end ISO performance ( not a problem for me ) - but it lost the top LCD and the screw drive as I said....and I also owned the 18-55mm and 35mm DX too. Back then (2007) these cameras weren't cheap so you had to think long and hard about what you lost or gained. From the D70 I went straight to the D200 in 2009..now that was an upgrade ! 😁

Hi there. What country are you in? Sometimes you have to be patient with lenses and you have to look for samples that are not in mint shape. Also look for older analog bodies that come with lenses. Especially on local classified ads. The Nikon lenses with the plastic mounts can be had for really cheap.

The 5D is great. If you like big cameras. There many great cameras out there. Get me a 5D for $40 and we are talking.

I paid €250 for my 5D with a shutter count of only 3000 last year. But I use my good old D70 as well. The only gripe have have with using these older penta-mirror cameras is the small image in the viewfinder. (There was a debate about the D70's viewfinder. DPReview says pentaprism . Even then it is small.) The rear screen on the D40 is really good and much larger that on my D70. And it's a lot better than 5d's screen. Thx for sharing your & Beths' great shots.

We couldn't keep the D40 in stock back then. They have been a huge sales success in Europe and North America and the number of them still on the used market today speaks volumes. How do you get the idea it was a "sales flop back then"? The Nikon reps at the time would disagree with you :)

Different animal. I prefer the small and light D40 any day. When I don’t want to lug gear. Don’t need a screw drive motor and the big top plate with LCD display. Sometimes I just want to get away from all that. Plus the big CCD pixels 6.0 are kinda cool.

Yes, film is alive and well also. I truly like both, film and digital. What I don't like are overbearing digital cameras that have an unbelievable amount of functions and in the end deliver no better images.