The nikon d40 is lightweight and portable camera that proves that it can be both incredibly simple and tremendous fun to shoot images with a nikon digital slr. you only need to turn on the camera’s auto mode, look through the clear, bright viewfinder and shoot. the d40 responds fast so you can capture moments as they unfold, and its 10.2 megapixel resolution and word class nikkor lens deliver consistently sharp, vibrant images. the help menus are available at the press of a button and work like a built in instruction manual, with advice and directions for every camera setting, tha d40 will bring out the best in you and your images.