Nikon D40

Looks like Nikon is ready to tackle the entry model DSLR with the new smaller Nikon D40. With 6 mega pixels, it seems like a stripped down version of the Nikon D50. I assume it will compete head-on with Canons 3000D.

So far the specifications are as follows:

Sensor - 6.1 mega pixel CCD (same as the Nikon D50)
LCD - 2.5 inch with 230,000 pixels
Size - 94mm x 126mm x 64mm
Price - $599 Euro with in the kit form with a new zoom AF-S DX ED 18-55 f/3,5-5,6 G-II
Weight - 475g
Battery - ENEL9
Sensitivity - up to 3200 ISO (mode "push"), 1600 ISO in "normal"
Memory - SD
Auto focus - 3 point auto focus
- mode RAW available
- Battery Lithium-Ion EN-EL9
- Announcement - 16th November 2006