Nikon D90

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	Body only $680 With 18-55mm lens $730
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	Key specs

	Sensor size APS-C 23.6x15.8mm Screen resolution 930k dots
	Megapixels 12.2 MP Movie format 720p @ 24fps
	Screen size 3" Light sensitivity 3,200 ISO
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	Lenses

Browse Nikon D90 lenses at LensHero

Nikon has replaced the D90 with the D7000.

Nikon D7000 announced September 2010

	Higher resolution movies
	Video autofocus
	Lower noise at high ISO

Compare the new Nikon D7000 vs the D90

"Although the buttons have been redesigned and are a lot easier to press the layout is identical to the D80."

dpreview.com | talking about the camera's button-layout

"Nobody quite does a quality plastic body like Nikon, it feels tight and solid, wrapped around a good metal chassis."

dpreview.com | talking about the camera's build-quality

"High sensitivity performance up there with the best we've seen."

dpreview.com | talking about the camera's iso-noise

Explore our gallery of 47 sample photos taken by the Nikon D90.

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The Nikon D90 vs other recent entry-level DSLRs

	Large viewfinder
	0.63x

	Above average battery life
	850 shots

	Doesn't use battery, see more detail
	Pentaprism

	Short startup delay
	300 ms startup delay

	More lenses available
	230 lenses

	Built-in focus motor
	Autofocuses with more lenses

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The Nikon D90 vs other recent entry-level DSLRs

	Noisy at high ISO
	977 ISO

	Less color depth
	22.7 bits

	Low resolution screen
	930k dots

	No image stabilization
	Risk of blur

	No touch screen
	More buttons

	No weather sealing
	Need to shelter it from weather

	Manual focus only
	None

	Lacks an external mic jack
	Limited to the in-camera mic

	Lacks in-camera HDR
	You could do HDR manually

	Old
	August 2008

	Very low boost light sensitivity
	6,400 ISO

	Below average viewfinder coverage
	96%

	Heavy
	703 g

	Not so popular
	Among snapsort users

	Low overall image quality
	73.0

	HD movies
	720p @ 24fps

	Below average sized screen
	3"

	Slow continuous shooting
	4.5 fps

	Lower true resolution
	12.2 MP

	Fixed screen
	Less flexible

	Fewer cross-type focus points
	1

	Fewer focus points
	11

	Longer shutter lag
	208 ms shutter lag

	No GPS
	Missing geo-tagging

	Slightly large
	Professional size (132×103×77 mm)

	Thick
	3"

	Slow shutter speed
	1/4000 of a second

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rohan

(8:04 AM, October 10, 2014)

Honesty d60 or d90

Rohan

(7:46 AM, October 10, 2014)

I need the best camera just tell me is the best one d60 and d90

Nabil

(9:30 AM, September 04, 2013)

i change from a D5100 to a D90 and am totally HAPPY :)

Ve3hbj

(4:13 AM, April 17, 2013)

What can you tell me about the lack of weather shield in the D90 vs some of the other Nikon offerings. I shoot outdoors often and have always tried to keep my kit as dry as possible but realizing its not an underwater camera is a little spray or high humidity going to be an issue. Over a camera with the weather shielding. Would love a 7000 or 7100 can't justify the price. Thanks

D90pricesiswrong

(2:58 AM, June 27, 2012)

Please update the price for the D90. It currently sells for around $600 not $1000+. The link to amazon is a bundle; it includes other accessories than just the camera itself. See pic below for reference.

Saiful Izuan

(5:49 AM, January 24, 2012)

d90....

Snapsort

(2:20 PM, January 18, 2012)

Did you see our comparison of the Nikon D90 vs Canon 60D, they are close, but according to DxOMark tests, the Nikon D90 has slightly better image quality at high ISO.

Vinayakadurkar

(2:17 PM, January 18, 2012)

hello,please help me to find out which camera is better in low light condition ? Nikon D90 or Canon 60D

Aatara Johnson

(6:32 AM, December 19, 2011)

Hi, I have been wanting to take up photography for some time now i have the money and time and idk what type of camera to buy... And should i take classes?????

Kevin_who1225

(8:37 PM, October 26, 2011)

D5100 is more of a video camera with full 1080p HD movies with full time autofocus. Up to 16.2MP at 4fps.

D90 is a better pics camera. Has only 720p, no autofocus while recording, and only up to 5 mins (idk how long is d5100)

I own a D90 and since I take more pics than videos, D90 is better because of that extra sub-command dial that will be helpful for creative photography.

J_mgeorgi

(2:28 AM, September 22, 2011)

HI there.... am getting dslr in 2 days and i really want to know

should i get d90 or d5100 ?
or there is another better camera in the same price?

Snapsort please answer me quickly

thank u :)

sylum

(1:25 PM, July 27, 2011)

I'm torn between the d5100 and the d90, can someone help me decide? the d5100 might seem to have a better video quality and is very popular amongst snapsort users, but the d90 has pentaprism and a built in auto focus motor. aren't those important factors too? it's going to be my first dslr, thought you guys might be able to help. thanks!

Robb_Stanley

(2:11 PM, July 20, 2011)

Hi There,

I used to have the NIKON D3100 but I sold it just last week coz I want to upgrade it to D90. Is my decision's okay or it's my lose for selling my D3100?

Anyway, can anyone help me suggest which of these offer is the best. I have a tight budget so I don't care if I'll purchased the used Camera as long as it works properly:

Offer 1: Brand New with 1-year warranty Camera Body sell for US$ 905
Offer 2: Used Camera Body for 8 months with 13k Shutter actuations sell for US$ 685
Offer 3: Used Camera for 6 months with 10k Shutter but comes with full kit lens Nikkor 18-105mm VR, the box and all accessories sell for US$ 960

If you Guys, which Great Offer would you choose?

Your great comments, advice and suggestions are welcome.

Thanks,
Robb

Clar

(7:40 AM, July 13, 2011)

Is it alright to sacrifice those advantages of D90 over D5100 for those advantages of D5100 over D90, specifically the lack of built-in focus motor in D5100?

Shirlie

(11:50 PM, July 09, 2011)

Hi can you suggest a good entry level - mid range DSLR please. I'm fairly new to DSLR's although I do not want anything too basic, pref something I can grow with. Prob a good allrounder would be good. I would pref something with min shutter lag, as I take action shots (horses) as well as arty type stills, so something with enough scop...e to play about with but with the priority on shutter speed and aperture. Also I was wondering what the B/W in camera features were like in DSLR's or am I better using P.S? I been looking at the Nikon D90 and did glance my eye over the D5100 and even the D3100 but I don't really want video or should this not be a worry? I was worried about losing quality i.e jack of all trades master of none as photo's are all I want to take. Can you still get the D60? Sorry if this is too many q's just need some advice, as it would be much welcome as i'm getting a bit overwhelmed. Thanks :)

Shirlie

(11:48 PM, July 09, 2011)

DSLR's although I do not want anything too basic, pref something I can grow with. Prob a good allrounder would be good. I would pref something with min shutter lag, as I take action shots (horses) as well as arty type stills, so something with enough scope to play about with but with the priority on shutter speed and aperture. Also I was wondering what the B/W in camera features were like in DSLR's or am I better using P.S?
I been looking at the Nikon D90 and did glance my eye over the D5100 and even the D3100 but I don't really want video or should this not be a worry? I was worried about losing quality i.e jack of all trades master of none as photo's are all I want to take. Can you still get the D60? Sorry if this is too many q's just need some advice, as it would be much welcome as i'm getting a bit overwhelmed. Thanks :)

Alriod2011

(8:51 PM, June 19, 2011)

the D90 (and D7000) are great cameras

Is2sik

(6:24 PM, May 04, 2011)

Nikon D7000 all the way

GRAFIX-DZIGNER

(0:59 PM, January 17, 2011)

d90 the best from last 2 years! :D

daniel

(8:08 PM, January 06, 2011)

nikon d3100 cheap and great

delo77777

(1:04 AM, December 22, 2010)

Hi - In my experience with Nikon, lenses stay and bodies come and go ;) A good lens is a long-term investment if you can take the plunge financially. At least the zoom will get you shooting, but save up and buy a constant aperture zoom, I love my 28-75, 2.8 from Tamron.

Revo

(5:26 AM, November 06, 2010)

me got nikon d90..

PJ

(4:54 AM, November 06, 2010)

I need a DSLR that comes with a lens and under about $1,200. The size doesn't quite matter that much, what I need in order is:
1) Great picture quality, like D90
2) Great video quality, like T2i
3) Great auto focus, fast auto focus?
4) Fast speed, for pictures and following subject in video
Cameras I currently have in mind are Canon EOS Rebel T2i, Canon EOS 60D, Nikon D90, and Sony Alpha DSLR-A580

Snapsort

(0:35 PM, September 12, 2010)

Hi, check out Snapsort's comparison of the D90 and 550D. Both have great image quality for their price, but the D90 has a slight edge in color depth, dynamic range, and image quality at high ISO.

Rhyxie01

(6:20 AM, September 12, 2010)

ahmm, im new here. i would like to know if which is better, Nikon D90 or Canon 550D, in terms of their image quality. im planning to buy one.

a comment of you will help me decide on what to buy.

THANK YOU.

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