Nikon D80

Points forts : Image quality, fast start up, customisable control, USB2.0 connectivity, programmable FUNC button, build, ease of use, in-camera editing, help menu system

Points faibles : Pricier than competition, slower (than D70s) top shutter speed, but not much else!

Conclusion : Excellent handling and build, superb performance from the metering and the focus set up add to the confidence the camera builds as you lift it from its box

Résumé : Nikon updates the D70 with its latest entry-level DSLR

Points forts : Image quality, fast start up, customisable control, USB2.0 connectivity, programmable FUNC button, build, ease of use, in-camera editing, help menu system

Points faibles : Pricier than competition, slower (than D70s) top shutter speed, but not much else!

Conclusion : Excellent handling and build, superb performance from the metering and the focus set up add to the confidence the camera builds as you lift it from its box

Résumé : This makes both reviewing images and navigating menus easier, especially as the D80's faster processor makes the interface much snappier.

Points forts : 10 megapixels ; 2.5in LCD ; enhanced usability

Points faibles : No raw processing software as standard

Conclusion : An excellent feature set combined with good quality and usability make the Nikon D80 a great mid-range purchase

Résumé : Both amateurs and pros will appreciate the consistently high quality and advanced features of the D80, though it may be too costly for some.

Conclusion : I'll admit it. Sometimes, I wish I were one of those hipster guys who walk around with their Converse sneakers, rectangular glasses, and zip-up hoodies taking artsy photographs of everything where I live in Brooklyn. I've never really been a true ...

Résumé : Nikon ups the ante with a 10 megapixel sensor, bigger screen and improved functionality

Conclusion : Nestling in the middle of Nikon's range of six digital SLRs, the D80, like the D70s it is set to replace, straddles the gap between the entry-level D50 and semi-professional D200 models.