On the Nikon D60 how do I get it so I can see what I am taking a picture of on the screen?

by Federico Mosconi

I just purchased a Nikon D60 and I cannot figure out how to make it so I can see what I am taking a picture of through the screen versus looking through the view finder.

Answer by Megan
You can’t. You can only review photos on the screen and set menu settings.

Taking a picture however, requires the viewfinder.

Canon is the only SLR brand that has a live view mode on their cameras

Answer by MixedMojo
The D60 does not have a ‘live-view’ function. You will have to use the viewfinder to compose, or see what you are taking a picture of.

And canon is NOT the only camera maker to have live-view on their DSLR’s. The nikon D90, D300, D700, D3, and D3x all have live-view.

Answer by Lover not a Fighter
That feature is called LIVE-VIEW (as you can see from above). Until recently that feature did NOT exist in DSLR. The reason is that DSLR have REAL shutter that blocks the sensor. This is how the DSLR are so quick (and responsive to the shutter button).

D60 does NOT have live-view feature.

And no, canon is NOT the only DSLR with live view.

Good luck…….

Answer by photo guy
Welcome to SLR

Answer by Cami F
I have the D60 and you cant. Just another “perk” of having a fancy camera.

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Nikon D60


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My sisters Nikon D60 with an 18-55mm kitlens.

Recently, I purchased the Nikon D60 SLR and I also bought a 2 year extended warranty. I have 30 days to make a decision as to whether or not I want to keep it. Do I need this? I am not clumsy, although I know accidents happen. It cost $ 224.00.
I bought it at Ritz camera.

Answer by Tim C
IMHO all extended warranties/service plans are badly over priced.

Answer by RC
Your two year extended warranty might not cover accidents. Make sure if you decide to take keep the warranty that it covers accident.
That’s a tough decision, one you have to consider the type of activities you do when taking pictures. I myself, didn’t buy an accident warranty for my DSLR camera (haven’t had any accident since I had my first camera when I was just a kid – and, I’m sort of clumsy and accident prone but always aware of taking care of cameras). But I bought one for my niece on her Point & Shoot camera, assuming what her friends are. She is a careful kid, but she are around kids her age, and you know how they get.
If you probably going to take your camera to a beach or campsite, I would suggest it because they are not as sturdy as film camera when exposed to sands, dirt, and water. However, if you have been always careful with such equipments (not just cameras), you can just skip the warranty.

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