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Like most Nikon cameras, the build quality is impeccable. The S7c has an all-metal body finished in an attractive matt black with chrome trim, and has a nicely understated design. The body has a wave-like shape, with a smooth curve running the length of the front panel and reprised on the left-hand trim. The camera is thinner towards the right hand end, although it flares out again right at the edge, obviously intended to provide a handgrip…

Bottom line - I was very impressed with the D80. It can be a powerful photographic tool with its Manual, Aperture priority, and Shutter priority modes, however, even the least experienced photographer can pick it up and capture beautiful photos using the Auto, Program or one of the Digital Vari-Program scene modes. With an MSRP of US$1299.95 for the body and 18-135mm lens outfit, it’s a bit more expensive than its competitors, however we feel it offers an outstanding value for such a capable model...”

“This time we have matched the latest digital SLR cameras from Canon and Nikon. No matter what the result, there will always supporters that prefer Canon over Nikon and vice versa. Both cameras prove to be capable contenders and to check which camera matches your taste best, read our side-by-side Canon Rebel XTi and Nikon D80 review and discover what specific features and qualities have your preference. As always, our Dutch version of the Canon EOS-400D and Nikon D80 test is also online...”

The Photographer’s Guide to Capture NX™ is a new eBook by photographer Jason P. Odell. At over 180 pages, this comprehensive guide is a must-have companion for Nikon digital users who wish to use the latest version of Nikon Capture, Capture NX™. The eBook, a fully illustrated, bookmarked and indexed PDF document, is now available from Luminescence of Nature Photography at www.luminescentphoto.com/capturenx.html and includes a suite of Capture NX settings files and the actual RAW files from the book.