Nikon D40

similar to Nikon D40
90
Our Score
DSLR
Type
APS-C
Sensor
Low
Price Range
6 megapixels
Resolution
No video mode (N/A)
Video
1,600
Max ISO
Unknown
Autofocus Points
3.0 fps
Capture Speed
470 shots
Battery Life
Great pictures used to require complicated and cumbersome equipment along with years of experience. Not any more. The D40 is compact, lightweight and designed specifically for ease of use, yet contains all the top-quality, high-performance technologies that you expect from a Nikon digital SLR. And with world-famous Nikkor lenses, you know you have the sharpest and most reliable optical performance available. All in a camera light enough to carry with you everywhere. Beautiful photography has never been easier.

19 Alternative Cameras to Nikon D40

We’ve combed through thousands of cameras to compile this list of cameras which we think are good alternatives to the Nikon D40. We’ve looked at DSLR cameras with a APS-C sensor (most of the time) and also rated their overall performance for guidance. You can find even more similar camera suggestions if you click on a camera in the list – doing this will take you to another list we’ve compiled of cameras similar to that one.
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Canon 90D

95
Our Score
Type
Sensor
High Entry Level
Price Range
33 megapixels
Resolution
Video
25,600
Max ISO
45
Autofocus Points
11.0 fps
Capture Speed
1300 shots
Battery Life
The EOS 90D is packed with features like high-speed continuous shooting up to 10 fps, impressive face detection AF for easy tracking and superb focus, 4K 30P video capability, and… more

Canon SL3

95
Our Score
Type
Sensor
High Entry Level
Price Range
24 megapixels
Resolution
Video
25,600
Max ISO
9
Autofocus Points
5.0 fps
Capture Speed
1070 shots
Battery Life
Whether you’re a first time SLR user, an aspiring photo enthusiast, or someone looking to capture those amazing family moments, The Canon EOS Rebel SL3 can be the perfect companion.… more

Nikon D5500

91
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low Entry Level
Price Range
24 megapixels
Resolution
Video
25,600
Max ISO
39
Autofocus Points
5.0 fps
Capture Speed
820 shots
Battery Life
Nikon D5500 Body DSLR Camera - Black. 24.2MP DX-Format CMOS Sensor. EXPEED 4 Image Processor. No Optical Low-Pass Filter. 3.2" 1,037k-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen. Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60… more

Canon 70D

91
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low Entry Level
Price Range
20 megapixels
Resolution
Video
12,800
Max ISO
19
Autofocus Points
7.0 fps
Capture Speed
920 shots
Battery Life
The Canon 8469B002 EOS 70D 20.2MP Digital Camera Body Only (lens sold separately) features an APS-C CMOS sensor and DIGIC 5+ image processor to ensure high-resolution images and excellent low-light… more

Canon 7D Mark II

88
Our Score
Type
Sensor
High Entry Level
Price Range
20 megapixels
Resolution
Video
16,000
Max ISO
65
Autofocus Points
10.0 fps
Capture Speed
670 shots
Battery Life
20.2 MP CMOS sensor and ISO 100-16000 High speed continuous shooting up to 10.0 fps 65-point all cross-type AF system Stunning Full HD video with Custom Movie Servo AF (speed… more

Canon T6s

85
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low Entry Level
Price Range
24 megapixels
Resolution
Video
12,800
Max ISO
19
Autofocus Points
5.0 fps
Capture Speed
440 shots
Battery Life
EOS Rebel T6s Body, Eyecup Ef, Battery Pack LP-E17, Battery Charger LC-E17, USB Interface Cable IFC-130U, Wide Strap EW-100DB V, EOS Digital Solution Disk, Software Instruction Manual more

Sony A65

82
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low Entry Level
Price Range
24 megapixels
Resolution
Video
12,800
Max ISO
15
Autofocus Points
10.0 fps
Capture Speed
560 shots
Battery Life
Best of both worlds, 24.3 megapixel and up to 10 fps. Get action photos, HD Movies and Live View shots that other cameras miss, thanks to Sony’s exclusive Translucent Mirror… more

Canon 750D

81
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low Entry Level
Price Range
24 megapixels
Resolution
Video
12,800
Max ISO
19
Autofocus Points
5.0 fps
Capture Speed
440 shots
Battery Life
For gorgeous, high-quality photos and videos that are easy to share, look to the Canon EOS Rebel T6i camera. The EOS Rebel T6i does more, easier, making capturing photos and… more

Nikon D5000

80
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Very Low
Price Range
12 megapixels
Resolution
Video
3,200
Max ISO
11
Autofocus Points
4.0 fps
Capture Speed
510 shots
Battery Life
A remarkable blend of simplicity and highly-advanced DSLR capabilities, the compact and powerful D5000 offers breathtaking 12.3-megapixel image quality, along with a flexible, Vari-angle, Live View monitor for fresh picture-taking… more

Sony A55

79
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low Entry Level
Price Range
16 megapixels
Resolution
Video
12,800
Max ISO
15
Autofocus Points
10.0 fps
Capture Speed
380 shots
Battery Life
Sony Alpha SLTA55VL DSLR with Translucent Mirror Technology (Black) more

Sony A68

78
Our Score
Type
Sensor
High Entry Level
Price Range
24 megapixels
Resolution
Video
25,600
Max ISO
79
Autofocus Points
8.0 fps
Capture Speed
510 shots
Battery Life
With 4D FOCUS, You'll Never Miss That Perfect Moment Capture unforgettable moments for posterity with the a68. The world's highest number of phase-detection AF points (79) covering a wide AF… more

Sony A37

77
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low Entry Level
Price Range
16 megapixels
Resolution
Video
25,600
Max ISO
15
Autofocus Points
6.0 fps
Capture Speed
500 shots
Battery Life
Exclusive Translucent Mirror Technology DSLR with 18-55mm kit lens provides superb still and video capture performance. more

Sony A580

74
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low Entry Level
Price Range
16 megapixels
Resolution
Video
12,800
Max ISO
15
Autofocus Points
7.0 fps
Capture Speed
1050 shots
Battery Life
Don't let life pass you by. Capture fast action that other cameras miss thanks to Sonys Quick AF Live View and its accurate display of your subjects movements. You can… more

Canon 4000D

71
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low Entry Level
Price Range
18 megapixels
Resolution
Video
6,400
Max ISO
9
Autofocus Points
3.0 fps
Capture Speed
500 shots
Battery Life
Canon Europe has launched the EOS 4000D, a still more cut-down version of the EOS 2000D/T7 announced earlier today. The entry-level model will launch for around £330/€380 body only, which… more

Sony A350

69
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Bargain
Price Range
14 megapixels
Resolution
3,200
Max ISO
9
Autofocus Points
3.0 fps
Capture Speed
720 shots
Battery Life
With incredible 14.2 MP detail, Sony¿s ¿ (alpha) DSLR-A350 raises the standard of excellence for step-up digital photographers shooting both family memories and fine-art photos. Live Preview in a large… more

Sony A230

69
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low Entry Level
Price Range
10 megapixels
Resolution
3,200
Max ISO
9
Autofocus Points
3.0 fps
Capture Speed
230 shots
Battery Life
Sony DSLR Alpha DSLR-A230L 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera Kit With Sony 18-55MM Lens + Deluxe Photography: Capture your precious moments with improved clarity and reduced blur with the Sony DSLR-A230L… more

Sony A560

67
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Very Low
Price Range
14 megapixels
Resolution
Video
12,800
Max ISO
15
Autofocus Points
5.0 fps
Capture Speed
1050 shots
Battery Life
Don't let life pass you buy. Get the fast action that other cameras miss thanks to Sony's Quick AF Live View. Take in the landscape with 3D Sweep Panorama mode.1… more

Sony A330

62
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low Entry Level
Price Range
10 megapixels
Resolution
3,200
Max ISO
9
Autofocus Points
3.0 fps
Capture Speed
230 shots
Battery Life
Sony Alpha A330 10.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with Super SteadyShot INSIDE Image Stabilization (Body) Zoom See larger image (with zoom) Share your own customer images Sony Alpha A330 10.2… more

Canon 30D

51
Our Score
Type
Sensor
Low
Price Range
8 megapixels
Resolution
1,600
Max ISO
9
Autofocus Points
5.0 fps
Capture Speed
300 shots
Battery Life
Canon's EOS 30D brings proven EOS technology to a new level, giving photographers an unbeatable photographic experience. The EOS 30D incorporates a host of new features with Canon's highly acclaimed… more

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