 | Nikon D40 6.1MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor Lens
Buy new: $449.00 / Used from: $380.00 Be smart. Don't be fooled by Mega pixels in other cameras like the D40x or D60. Adding MP's also means sacrificing in other areas such as base ISO and shutter sync speed. This is more camera then most people will ever need and you will have money left over for the items below!!
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 | SanDisk 2 GB SDSDX3-2048-901 Extreme III SD Memory Card (Retail Package)
Buy new: $29.98 / Used from: $18.75 This is a required part of the package. Everything else is optional. No memory card is included with the camera.
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 | Nikon SB-400 AF Speedlight for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras
Buy new: $111.97 Use this great and inexpensive flash to bounce light off the ceiling and never worry about red eye again.
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 | Tamrac Adventure 7 Photo Backpack (Red/Black)
Buy new: $74.95 So much easier to bring your camera along in a back pack then in a square bag on your shoulder. You are more likely to use your camera and get great shots if it is easy to bring with you! The first step to taking great photos is going out and taking pictures.
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 | Nikon ML-L3 Wireless Remote Control for Nikon D40, D40x, D60 & D80 Digital SLR Cameras
Buy new: $14.89 / Used from: $7.81 Great for low light shots. Best used with a tripod.
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 | Nikon EN-EL9 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery for Nikon D40 and D40x Digital SLR Cameras
Buy new: $31.88 / Used from: $19.99 The only thing worse than not having your camera is having it with a dead battery. Always keep a fully charged spare in your bag.
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 | Hoya 52mm UV (Ultra Violet) Super Multi Coated Glass Filter
Buy new: $19.90 / Used from: $67.74 Use this to protect your lenses.
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 | inBrief Field Guide for Nikon D40 Digital SLR
Buy new: $9.45 Great to keep in your bag if you are not using the camera all the time. A quick reference card can help you get the shot you need when it is important.
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 | HOYA 52mm Circular Polarizer Filter G Series
Buy new: Too low to display / Used from: $13.95 Cuts glare outdoors.
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 | Nikon D40/D40x Digital Field Guide by David D. Busch
Buy new: $13.59 / Used from: $10.62 A great reference. Easy to read with color photos. Helps you get to menu items quickly. Get this or the DVD below. You probably wont need both.
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 | Introduction to the Nikon D40 / D40x
Buy new: $24.95 / Used from: $16.00 If you are very visual and a beginner get this.
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 | Digital Concepts TR-60N Camera Tripod with Carrying Case
Buy new: $9.95 A must for creative photos in low light. Use it with your remote!
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 | Hoya STAR-SIX - Filter - star effect - 52 mm
Buy new: $22.50 You wont use this everyday but it sure is fun around the holidays.
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 | Nikon 52mm 81A Warming Filter
Most would say this filter is not needed as you can create the same effect afterwards in Photoshop. Others would say why not take the picture the way you want it the first time. Buy this is you have $9 to spare :-)
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