Nikon D40x
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Nikon D40x

Nikon D40x

Nikon D40x is a 2007 entry-level Nikon DSLR in the DX format with a 10.2MP CCD sensor and a compact interchangeable-lens body.

Beyond beginner mode, it adds practical shooting support: fast startup, 3 fps burst, ISO up to 1600 (with HI-1), and a straightforward 5-line LCD workflow with direct in-camera controls for quick composition and adjustment.

It is best used for everyday photography and learning paths: portraits, family scenes, travel documentation, and general-purpose landscapes where portability, simplicity and consistent still image quality matter more than modern video-first workflows.

  • Lens mount: Nikon F
  • Screen size: 2.5" diagonal (TFT LCD)
  • Sensor format: APS-C (10.2MP)
  • Weight: 495 g

Specifications

Year 2007
Sensor 10.2 MP · APS-C
Mount Nikon F
IBIS No
Weight 495 g
Launch Price USD 730
Current Price USD 145 (May/2026)
Battery 470 shots
General
Brand
Nikon
Line or model
D40x
Sensor
Effective megapixels
10.2 Effective megapixels: usable sensor resolution for images.
Sensor type
CCD Sensor technology (for example, CMOS, CCD).
Processor
Interno/Internal
Body
Body classification
Dslr
Body dimensions
126 mm × 94 mm × 64 mm (5.0 × 3.7 × 2.5 in) Physical body dimensions (width × height × depth), usually in mm.
Viewfinder
Viewfinder 95% coverage, 0.80x Viewfinder type (optical or electronic) for composition.
Display
Screen size
2.5" diagonal (TFT LCD) Physical size of the screen; measured by the visible diagonal in inches.
Screen resolution
230,000 dots Number of pixels shown on the screen (width × height).
Connectivity
Wireless connectivity
No built-in Wi-Fi; Nikon lists Wi-Fi functionality WT-4A. Wireless features available (Bluetooth/Wi‑Fi).
Additional info
Continuous shooting
3 fps (3 frames per second continuous shooting) Maximum burst shooting speed in frames per second (fps).
Storage media
SD, SDHC Card/storage media formats supported by the camera.
Launch price
USD 730 In 2007, it is the manufacturer’s suggested price at release.
Current price
USD 145 It is the approximate market value (used or new) as of May/2026.
Mount
Nikon F Lens mount type supported by the camera. If L-Mount Alliance appears, it means the camera uses Leica L mount shared across alliance brands.

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