Nikon D80

Résumé : With a digital SLR camera you can produce superb photographs with strong technical attributes. The Macworld team take a look at six worthy contenders.

Résumé : While the D40 and D40x feel like entry-level digital SLRs, the D80 is more substantial, not just in its size and weight but also in its capabilities.

Conclusion : The D80 is an excellent all-rounder, but with Canon's EOS 400D matching it for quality and Pentax's K10D for hands-on control, it seems expensive. Still, if you want the best of both worlds, this is the camera to get.

Résumé : The moderately large but middleweight D80 employs some technology borrowed from its semi-professional sibling, the D200. Although it's actually an upgrade from the Nikon D70s, the D80 is a quantum leap ahead in terms of resolution, technology and ...

Points forts : Attractive design, Scroll ball is comfortable and easy to use, Works with Windows and Mac systems, Integration with Tiger is flawless

Points faibles : Side buttons are hard to squeeze, Comfort could be improved

Résumé : Nikon's Digi-SLR is one for the purist

Points forts : Good design and build quality; Loads of custom features; Great quality images

Points faibles : Pricier than 10MP DSLR rivals; Anti-shake lenses also cost extra

Conclusion : Nikon's classy D80 is a step-up from rival 10MP DSLRs, but it'll cost you more.

Résumé : With two DSLRs below it in the line, Nikon's D80 takes a full-featured approach to the sub-$1,000 DSLR design. Equipped with controls and options tailored to more mature shooters, the versatile D80 is poised to appeal to experienced photographers ...