I like this slightly different review format. It felt very relaxed, and one gets that the Nikon D60 is a nice camera even without focusing on the specs. Also, I loved the choice of music for the soundtrack, especially the bit that starts at 3:32. Keep up the usual good work!
The D60 was my first DSLR. I have a lot of fond memories with it. If I remember right, the D60 was the first camera to have the Active D-Lighting, or at least the first consumer model to feature that which might explain why the dynamic range is so good. What a great little camera that was.
I still use my D60 that I bought new in 2008. I’ve gone through two 5Ds and most recently a D850. Now I just have the D60 haha. I like the CCD look, which now seems retro fashionable. It still takes great pictures and outclasses my iPhone 13 Pro. Nice snaps here in this video. Thanks for bringing attention to the modest D60.
I have a D60. I use it as a knock around camera. It's compact and takes great photos. If something happens to it I won't be upset for long. At this point they're dirt cheap.
I bought this camera about 4 months ago and didn't use it often because the photos are quite blurred. Do you think, it is because of the lens or maybe my skill (I'm completely a beginner)
That was fun: a walk around camera *and* a walk around lens. Suggestion: you might get a bit more traffic if you mentioned the lens used in the video title. It can be hard finding info on older, cheap zooms. I'm actually looking for a superzoom for my D50 at the moment, so this video was unexpectedly useful.
Thanks! Loved the pics you took on walkabout with the NIKON D60! Mine has been sitting in the corner, all but forgotten. Sadly a CANON turned my head and the NIKON has been there, patiently waiting. Thanks for this review! Off I go, with a lunch date with the NIKON around my neighborhood!! 👍🏼🤞🏼😁
I had this as my first DSLR. It was so very frustrating that it was slow at processing the images. I quickly sold it and found a Canon EOS Rebel T6 and have shot Canon ever sense.
I feel like a idiot. I left a few comments saying I had the D80 and I went back to look at some of my old photos and I had the D60. I had the camera for a short time I bought it used from a friend but sold it to another friend since I was heavily in vested in M43.
I just got a D60 from a friend who gave me to test it, only complaint is that this particular camera takes like 4 seconds to save image to SD cart - is this normal?..
Yes mainly because of the buffer rate. I resserres my D60 so it saves instantly but depending on if you short raw of JPG, the buffer has a limit before it slows down a lot.
whats unique about these older cameras which i buy all the time as well just like you do. Almost any person you take a picture of, or video, or what ever your doing, the pictures will always look great. About 90 percent of people are happy with photos on their smart phones unless they are pro model for a magazine or fashion exhibit. photos taking by cameras like these will always look amazing. I think people are always upgrading camera bodies simply because of the marketing strategy. 2000 af points shoots 25 fps latest mirrorless image , shoots 200 fps in slow motion. iso of 10,000,000 has a 200 megapixel hyper data self image auto correct idact c-data sensor , Ok i made that up. and blah blah blah and its only 8000 dollars and so forth. and they lose focus of what any of these cameras do well. people get caught of the latest bells and whistles like going mirrorless and forget the most important aspect and thats to simply take great photos if the camera is set up properly. All of the older cameras do that well. Yes I know some autofocus and some features are limited on older cameras but most people take single shot photos anyway.
It's all about composition - your own visual creativity. Not A.I., not 9355548 Features, noone, nobody ever does need. Literally, every DSLR since the D100/EOS 10D is good enough, if into the right hands. Forum discussions from GearHeads, Freak Shows about +/- 0.5 EV would see nobody, for real...only measure-able, not visible into real life photography. People became such freaks in terms of their gear - that they've forgotten the most important thing - the 12 inch behind the camera, as Ansel Adams used to say. Into that term, spot on.
One of the best budget options is still either the Nikon D50 which I got for $35 or the Nikon D200 which I got for $60. The price is amazing for what you get.
That’s a great tip on the used for parts component. I will confess I’ve always been scared off by those listings but of course I do extensive reading at the listing and I’m sure there’s a good number of cameras that I’ve missed out on as a result of not taking the gamble. When we’re talking $15 what’s at stake really? :P can’t wait to see your E300 review!
Thanks! The “for parts” listings always make me a little nervous but I’ve gotten really lucky so far. I think $100 is as high as I’ll go when it comes to these. Oh plus, I forgot to mention - the Nikon D60 was being sold by the Arizona Humane Society and was listed as “benefits charity”, so I felt good about donating in case the camera didn’t actually work. Lol
@@jimdabomb Just be happy ! But be *very* careful with "for parts" cameras, into your case, it could happen very easily, that one of the CF Pins inside the CF compartment is being bent, or even missing, etc...than you're out of luck.
Buy a 50mm 1.8G and you will be able to shoot amazing portraits ! The D60 has a CCD sensor that is amazing for rendering film-like colors and skin tones but it’s not ment to shoot in low light so you need to keep your iso between 100 and 400 iso max
@@danieldue6090 for low light photography you may also purchase a small popup flash diffuser (the same as Gary fong’s one) that attaches to your flash grip with the diffuser placed right in front of your pop up flash. Keep the iso between 400 and 800 and leave the flash in automatic mode. Combined with any bright lens shot at F2 this will make beautiful party pictures too. It’s also great if you shoot agains the sub but in this case keep the iso at 100 or leave your camera in automatic mode by just forcing the pop up flash out.
I like this slightly different review format. It felt very relaxed, and one gets that the Nikon D60 is a nice camera even without focusing on the specs. Also, I loved the choice of music for the soundtrack, especially the bit that starts at 3:32. Keep up the usual good work!
The D60 was my first DSLR. I have a lot of fond memories with it. If I remember right, the D60 was the first camera to have the Active D-Lighting, or at least the first consumer model to feature that which might explain why the dynamic range is so good. What a great little camera that was.
I still use my D60 that I bought new in 2008. I’ve gone through two 5Ds and most recently a D850. Now I just have the D60 haha. I like the CCD look, which now seems retro fashionable. It still takes great pictures and outclasses my iPhone 13 Pro. Nice snaps here in this video. Thanks for bringing attention to the modest D60.
I have a D60. I use it as a knock around camera. It's compact and takes great photos. If something happens to it I won't be upset for long. At this point they're dirt cheap.
does this camera have jack for external mic ?
@@ceebee2881 No. This camera is for making photos only. You'll have to go further up the Nikon D food chain to get video capability.
I bought this camera about 4 months ago and didn't use it often because the photos are quite blurred. Do you think, it is because of the lens or maybe my skill (I'm completely a beginner)
@@thanhtung24could be quite a bit of things. Sensor/mirror damage, camera settings, focus issues via lens.
I'm using D60 right now with Jupiter 21M 200mm f4 lens and i love it.
Seriously fantastic content. Third time I’ve watched this one.
That was fun: a walk around camera *and* a walk around lens. Suggestion: you might get a bit more traffic if you mentioned the lens used in the video title. It can be hard finding info on older, cheap zooms. I'm actually looking for a superzoom for my D50 at the moment, so this video was unexpectedly useful.
Will do, thanks! And yeah, it’s the Tamron 18-250mm f3.5 - 6.3. It looks like KEH currently has one in Nikon mount for $126.
Nice vid! Love to see some older gear still getting some love
Thanks so much! I really enjoy your channel!
Thanks! Loved the pics you took on walkabout with the NIKON D60! Mine has been sitting in the corner, all but forgotten. Sadly a CANON turned my head and the NIKON has been there, patiently waiting. Thanks for this review! Off I go, with a lunch date with the NIKON around my neighborhood!! 👍🏼🤞🏼😁
Nice video! What company did you buy this from, for that low price?
i have a question can the camera record videos
Cool! This was my first DSLR back in 09’.
You gotta review the legendary Nikon D700 FX camera next!
Iv just dug mine out to revisit and save use of my other kit x.
6:36 I'm impressed at the zoom
When I saw the zoom range, I remembered why I used to love this lens so much. Lol
@@steve_heise gotta get myself one of those lenses 😅
hi, do you think that the d60 will be good for motion photos , the blur in the background and the lines
Not the same batteries as the D3400 or D5000. It is the same shape, but the connectors are different.
@Steven Heise Thanks for the review... does this camera have the external mic jack input?
I had this as my first DSLR. It was so very frustrating that it was slow at processing the images. I quickly sold it and found a Canon EOS Rebel T6 and have shot Canon ever sense.
I feel like a idiot. I left a few comments saying I had the D80 and I went back to look at some of my old photos and I had the D60. I had the camera for a short time I bought it used from a friend but sold it to another friend since I was heavily in vested in M43.
Can you vlog with it?
What app do you use to download your photos?
what are the options for telephoto lens for sports using NiKon D60?
Steven do you have a Nikon D40? The colors are very nice
Does it do video recording ?
No.
are you using the original lens sir 😀
How does this compare with the d3000?
I just got a D60 from a friend who gave me to test it, only complaint is that this particular camera takes like 4 seconds to save image to SD cart - is this normal?..
Yes mainly because of the buffer rate. I resserres my D60 so it saves instantly but depending on if you short raw of JPG, the buffer has a limit before it slows down a lot.
@@VeiledHorizons for heaven's sake don't you read what you write before you send a reply. Have some pride in what you send out.
Thanks for the review Steven. Are the photos shown in the video straight out of camera jpegs?
Yes, I usually do a little editing on the pictures in the regular reviews, but for this photo walk, everything was just straight out of camera.
@@steve_heise Great, thank you.
whats unique about these older cameras which i buy all the time as well just like you do. Almost any person you take a picture of, or video, or what ever your doing, the pictures will always look great. About 90 percent of people are happy with photos on their smart phones unless they are pro model for a magazine or fashion exhibit. photos taking by cameras like these will always look amazing. I think people are always upgrading camera bodies simply because of the marketing strategy. 2000 af points shoots 25 fps latest mirrorless image , shoots 200 fps in slow motion. iso of 10,000,000 has a 200 megapixel hyper data self image auto correct idact c-data sensor , Ok i made that up. and blah blah blah and its only 8000 dollars and so forth. and they lose focus of what any of these cameras do well. people get caught of the latest bells and whistles like going mirrorless and forget the most important aspect and thats to simply take great photos if the camera is set up properly. All of the older cameras do that well. Yes I know some autofocus and some features are limited on older cameras but most people take single shot photos anyway.
You are spot on. I agree with every word.
It's all about composition - your own visual creativity. Not A.I., not 9355548 Features, noone, nobody ever does need. Literally, every DSLR since the D100/EOS 10D is good enough, if into the right hands. Forum discussions from GearHeads, Freak Shows about +/- 0.5 EV would see nobody, for real...only measure-able, not visible into real life photography.
People became such freaks in terms of their gear - that they've forgotten the most important thing - the 12 inch behind the camera, as Ansel Adams used to say. Into that term, spot on.
which ccd sensor camera would you recommend?
One of the best budget options is still either the Nikon D50 which I got for $35 or the Nikon D200 which I got for $60. The price is amazing for what you get.
Im a beginner dude. I found this on pawn shop for $35 with kit lens. Grab it or leave it? Im planning to buy yongnuo 50mm 1.8 for this
Show me where and I'll pick it up 😀
As old as my aging cat 😺 now, but still a brilliant camera!
Is this the actual footage from the D60.
the d60 doesn't do video.
Review nikon D40X
That’s a great tip on the used for parts component. I will confess I’ve always been scared off by those listings but of course I do extensive reading at the listing and I’m sure there’s a good number of cameras that I’ve missed out on as a result of not taking the gamble. When we’re talking $15 what’s at stake really? :P can’t wait to see your E300 review!
I paid $60 for a Canon 1D on eBay, it said the CF card slot didn't work. I got it, put a CF card in it and it worked perfect so, you never know.
Thanks! The “for parts” listings always make me a little nervous but I’ve gotten really lucky so far. I think $100 is as high as I’ll go when it comes to these. Oh plus, I forgot to mention - the Nikon D60 was being sold by the Arizona Humane Society and was listed as “benefits charity”, so I felt good about donating in case the camera didn’t actually work. Lol
@@jimdabomb Just be happy ! But be *very* careful with "for parts" cameras, into your case, it could happen very easily, that one of the CF Pins inside the CF compartment is being bent, or even missing, etc...than you're out of luck.
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My mother bought me nikon d60 and my lens is 18-55mm , how will i make my pictures better😭
like when i transfer the pictures on camera to cp it doesn't look the same
can someone help me?😔
Buy a 50mm 1.8G and you will be able to shoot amazing portraits ! The D60 has a CCD sensor that is amazing for rendering film-like colors and skin tones but it’s not ment to shoot in low light so you need to keep your iso between 100 and 400 iso max
@@etienneamien thank you for this response
@@danieldue6090 for low light photography you may also purchase a small popup flash diffuser (the same as Gary fong’s one) that attaches to your flash grip with the diffuser placed right in front of your pop up flash. Keep the iso between 400 and 800 and leave the flash in automatic mode. Combined with any bright lens shot at F2 this will make beautiful party pictures too. It’s also great if you shoot agains the sub but in this case keep the iso at 100 or leave your camera in automatic mode by just forcing the pop up flash out.
Manual... All we care about is Manual