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D40 has basically replaced the D50. The biggest differences are a much bigger screen, better interface and a much lighter body. Both cracking cameras tho.
We bought it after i convinced Mrs Claypole that her existing SLR was ancient - the fact it was no 4 on Bullys Prize Board of an old verson of Bullseye helped (true story!)
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claypole says gadzooks mofo!, Sun 3 Jun 2007, 11:42,
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Ahh,
You're forgetting, though, that the D40 has no motor drive in the body, ergo if the lens isn't AF-S, then it'll revert to manual focus. This matters if you're looking to pick up prime lenses like the 50mm 1.8F.
You've had bad luck with the D50 though. I've had it for a good few months without problem.
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mine lasted around 5 months before packing in. Didnt realise about the motor drive.
This link gives a good comparison:
www.digitalreview.ca/Content/Nikon-D40-versus-D50-versus-Pentax-K110D-K100D.shtml
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claypole says gadzooks mofo!, Sun 3 Jun 2007, 23:54,
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