Digital Camera Help please

mr_fishbulb

C_Mababejive wrote: »

It doesnt perform well in low light? I have one and havent perceived any issues. Obviously low light might equal lower shutter speed,the need for a firm grip/support etc.. I have just got a Hoya +4 filter for mine and am having fun taking macro shots on the cheap..

I have one too. As well as a D7000 and an S95.

The D40 was announced in 2006, and there have been a lot of improvements in sensor technology since them. Both the S95 and the D7000 can achieve higher ISOs with less noise (OK, the D7000 may be a bad example as it costs a lot more).

Even with a f/1.8 prime on my D40, I still didn't feel like it could capture sharp, low light shots. I'm not trying to put anyone off the D40 - it's a great machine as you know, but there are newer cameras that are a lot better at higher ISOs

Kate27M

Thanks you so much for all your advice still haven't decided yet. Hadn't thought of ebay until now either so thanks also for this. Kate