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Manufacturer: Nikon Inc. Part number: 25462
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- Its feature set is basic even by entry-level standards, but the Nikon D3000 delivers the photo quality and performance you expect when stepping up to a dSLR, with an optional interface that's very beginner friendly.
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CNET editors' review
Nikon D3000 (18mm-55mm VR lens) price range: $284.85 - $499.95
- Reviewed by: Lori Grunin
- Reviewed on: 09/23/2009
- Released on: 08/24/2009
The good: Beginner-friendly Guide mode; nicely laid out interactive control panel; solid photo quality up through ISO 1,600.
The bad: Extremely basic feature set; annoying multiselector switch.
The bottom line: Its feature set is basic even by entry-level standards, but the Nikon D3000 delivers the photo quality and performance you expect when stepping up to a dSLR, with an optional interface that's very beginner friendly.
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Fantastic Starting DSLR for the Budding Beginner!
by AA-Miller on December 15, 2011
Pros: Screen on the rear is large and clear
Included lens is of good quality
11 point auto-focus is to be fair, very good for any size DSLR
Fantastic night outdoor portraiture shooting
Fast write speed, lots of focus points
Battery performance astonishingCons: Slow(ish) Focus Speed
Not designed for larger Hands
No video mode, no live viewSummary: Most of my comparisons will be directed against the afore-mentioned alpha 200, which at the time was considered the entry DSLR of choice by many but has since been replaced ...
Summary: Most of my comparisons will be directed against the afore-mentioned alpha 200, which at the time was considered the entry DSLR of choice by many but has since been replaced by a newer model.
Anyone looking to choose their first DSLR will no doubt come across their advocates of each brand, and nay sayers of the competition. Brand loyalty is pretty fierce amongst the more serious DSLR camera-toting fraternity. It's easy to understand why, as there are various proprietary reasons why someone buying into the field would want to stick with one manufacturer, as invariably most of the accessories will only fit other cameras of the same brand.
When it comes to entry-level DSLRs like the Nikon D3000 and Sony alpha 200, the competition amongst the brands is no less fierce, but fortunately there is no such thing as a bad device in the current offerings from the major brands (also consider Canon, Panasonic and Pentax in this regard). There are some headline features and little nuances that each brand like to highlight, and it will be these things that mark the cameras out.
On initial impressions of the D3000, it fits very nicely in the hand. This alone is an important factor. The alpha is comfortable too, but in a different way as it's grips aren't laid out the same. It's down to personal preference, and I would strongly recommend anyone considering buying a DSL to handle a few in shops before they decide.
The actual feel of the camera, once you've attached the lens, is very good - it feels fractionally more "grown-up" than the alpha, if that makes sense.
The screen on the rear is large and clear, and the menus are ok to navigate, although the alpha trumps it in my opinion with some more logical menu trees, and a convenient quick-access button to some frequently used features.
One thing I felt was particularly useful - but only if it's something that you feel you will make use of - is that it incorporates a full guide within the camera, which can help a new user to learn the features of the camera. Considering I have only flicked through the Sony's manual at rapid pace and then stabbed blindly at the features when out in the field due to my eagerness, it would have been good to have access to an explanation or assistance with some of the features whilst I was out, so having the guide built-in to the Nikon is a bit of a boon. Anyone who already knows how all the features work however, will not be even remotely interested and should strike it off their list of pros.
The included lens is of good quality, and is in Nikon's "VR" range. The range is only 18-55mm, which although pretty common in entry lenses it would be nicer to have something a bit wider. The Sony bundled lens that I got at the time is an 18-70mm. One of things you'll likely find if you do get into photography, is that you'll be hankering after a second lens. Either something speciality, like a fish-eye or telephoto, or one with a greater zoom-range, like a -/200mm or even -/300mm. Having a greater degree of flexibility with the equipped standard lens could delay that possible purchase.
As far as I know, the Nikon actually uses a Sony CCD sensor (as is often the way that there are technology shares going around in the industry). The quality of the shots are all fine for an entry model as is pretty much the case across the board. In my opinion the Nikon can handle higher-sensitivity shots better than the Sony - Sony don't seem to have figured this out in any of their cameras as far as I can tell, but I have first-hand experience of the alpha 200 being really quite useless at high ISOs unless you've got great lighting. The Nikon is by no means great at high ISOs either, with grainy noisy images as you'd expect, but I did find them to be an improvement over the Sony.
There are 2 other key points that I think are worth highlighting - 11 point auto-focus is to be fair, very good for any size DSLR, let alone an entry-level model and is something Nikon is right to shout about. The other point is the 3 fps shooting mode. Very often you'll find that DSLRs can burst shoot a few frames but then trickle down to a relatively slow pace. The Nikon boasts up to a continuous 3fps which is a good performance. - Do bear in mind that you'll be wanting a high-speed memory card to take the strain if you plan on using that feature, else a slower card might slow things down a touch.
There are some features not included in this camera that are coming into fore in the world of DSLR cameras, such as being able to record HD video - but I for one think that goes against the ethos. Maybe I'll be proved wrong in time, but if I wanted an all-singing-all-dancing multimedia camera, I'd get one and I wouldn't expect it to be a DSLR. Another feature that is prevalent in newer DSLRs is something called "Live View" - which if you've been used to using camera phones and compact cameras with no glass viewfinder, basically means the image is presented live on the LCD screen at the rear. Entry DSLRs invariably don't have this feature, and the D3000 is no exception and neither is my old alpha 200. You'd have to go further up the range to get this, and might be a factor worth considering if you think it's going to be important to you. If it is an important feature, then consider a model which can swivel the screen round to different angles as I've trialled this in a shop and can see the benefits if you plan to use the camera in that way.
The included VR lens in the kit does some image stabilising, and works as well as can be expected. The Sony trumps Nikon here in my opinion by building anti-shake in the body of the camera, so any lens you attach is automatically stabilised and helps to bring down the cost of extra lenses. This could be an important consideration for some.
When it comes to Memory cards, unusually, it only accepts SD (or SDHC) cards. I guess this is probably the way forward, but the old chunky CompactFlash is still pretty much a stable to anyone in the DSLR world, so not being able to use CF cards might be a stumbling block for some.
On the whole, I am more than impressed with the D3000. I think perhaps the single overriding thing I like about it is that it feels more substantial, more professional than the Sony alpha200. Granted, I'm comparing a brand new Nikon with a nearly 2 year old Sony which has since been superceded by a newer model (A230K), but the price banding is similar and the target markets are/were the same. I think part of the chunkiness I like is down to the bundled lens which is very good, albeit with a limited if predictable range, but it's got a nice heft to it. The Sony loses out on the heft because it gains in-built stabilisation, so it's swings-and-roundabouts. I can easily recommend this model to anyone new to the world of DSLR's who would appreciate having some useful features and primarily having an in-built guide to using the camera and all its settings. ( I suggest you have to check for best price for the D3000 before you decide at: droppingprices.info/nikon-d3000/ )
Anyone after something more of a step-up would probably need to go higher up the range.9 out of 9 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Outstanding entry level D-SLR for amateurs
by Sublimestar on January 30, 2010
Pros: Great features, easy to use, amazing pictures, battery life, I could go on for days about this camera.
Cons: None that I have experienced thus far.
Summary: I am new to the SLR world, but this camera has made it such an easy experience for me so far. I've done my research about the more complicated ...
Summary: I am new to the SLR world, but this camera has made it such an easy experience for me so far. I've done my research about the more complicated features of picture taking and this camera has made it easy for me to learn each one. I'm still learning each time I use this camera. Even just sitting down and messing with all of the features you get a good grasp of how each one works. I would recommend this camera to anyone willing to jump into the wonderful world of D-SLR cameras.
6 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Amazon Review Summary
by ididtheresearch on February 28, 2010
Pros: For people upgrading from a point-and-shoot and wanted a good entry level Digital SLR that they could grow into.
Cons: Everything is in the box to start shooting, except for a memory card.
Summary: For the most part, this Nikon digital SLR received high marks. Those that did leave one star reviews did not provide constructive feedback about the unit itself. Those people aside, ...
Summary: For the most part, this Nikon digital SLR received high marks. Those that did leave one star reviews did not provide constructive feedback about the unit itself. Those people aside, there were other people who had pleasant things to say about the camera. There was little concern with the lack of "Live View", the ability to frame a shot with the LCD screen. It was recommended for people upgrading from a point-and-shoot and wanted a good entry level Digital SLR that they could grow into. From the small size of the camera (for a DSLR) to the number of extra features available, there were many reasons people liked the D3000 from Nikon.
Note: Everything is in the box to start shooting, except for a memory card. You'll need to get an SD or SHDC card to use with your camera.
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Excellent step up from point and shoot
by nico95b on December 30, 2009
Pros: Lightweight but not cheap feeling, substantially better image quality than a point and shoot, white balance assist lamp, advanced auto focus system, anti dust facilities, great kit lens with VR, long battery life, accelerometer for LCD, large screen
Cons: Slightly low resolution screen, dim viewfinder, no battery grip option, heavy feeling from stepping up from point and shoot, difficult to transition to only having use of the viewfinder to compose picture
Summary: I personally used a Nikon S210 point and shoot camera prior to purchasing a d3000. I spent literally months researching which dslr to buy and after seeing Ken Rockwell's ...
Summary: I personally used a Nikon S210 point and shoot camera prior to purchasing a d3000. I spent literally months researching which dslr to buy and after seeing Ken Rockwell's disappointment in the camera, was very cautious when buying it. I have no regrets. If you currently own any point and shoot you will not be disappointed with the image quality or speed; I was thoroughly surprised with the quality of both.
3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great Camera
by ryank82 on December 6, 2009
Pros: Ergonomics, Autofocus points, Photo Quality
Cons: No video recording, Slower flash sync speed then D40
Summary: Always been a big fan of Nikon DSRL's, I really like how the D3000 feels in my hands. I am also glad they bumped up the auto focus points ...
Summary: Always been a big fan of Nikon DSRL's, I really like how the D3000 feels in my hands. I am also glad they bumped up the auto focus points from 3 'D40/D60' to 11 for quick autofocusing. The extra resolution allows for cropping the picture while still retaining a fairly large photo for print/uploads. New menu system will make it easy for beginners and they can advance as they learn. Overall I'm very pleased with my camera. Nikon has made another great camera in my opinion.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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My first SLR and I love it!
by mommacrystal on June 9, 2010
Pros: I did not need live view or video. After weeks of research fro something within my price range I was thrilled to find the D3000 was right there. I take loads of pictures of my kids, sports they play in and this camera hasn't let me down.
Cons: The ONLY thing I can think of is that when your looking through the viewfinder your nose is against the LCD, but I can definitely live with it!
Summary: I searched for weeks for something in my price range and I so wanted to step up from my point and shoot. Don't get me wrong, it's a ...
Summary: I searched for weeks for something in my price range and I so wanted to step up from my point and shoot. Don't get me wrong, it's a great camera and fits in my pocket on the go. But I always dreamed of owning a Nikon so when I came across the D3000 I was excited. Photography is a passion that I indulge in quite often. I take walks with the kids, camera goes too. I even did a friends wedding with my D3000. Bottom line is that you have to explore all the settings to get a feel for it and honestly, it's not the camera who gets great shots, it's the photographer. Have you taken any great shots today?
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Commendable Beginner's Nikon
by sid_heart19 on March 2, 2010
Pros: = Build quality(Sturdy and feels perfect in hand)
= 11 point AF system (cool to track moving objects)
= Ownership Feel/Brand Reputation
= Nikkor 18-55 VR Kit lens
= VR(though a lens feature) allows shooting low light scenes without a tripodCons: = Lack of dedicated buttons to alter settings on the fly
= No exposure bracketing
= Nikkor lenses are expensive(compared to Canon)
= Live view (personally I never felt the need)
= Camera's picture saving time is slow(when 'Active D-lighting' is ON)Summary: Hi,
Am Sidharth, 25yrs old, a software engineer by profession. I love taking photographs and have mostly used point and shoot. I decided to go for my first SLR in ...Summary: Hi,
Am Sidharth, 25yrs old, a software engineer by profession. I love taking photographs and have mostly used point and shoot. I decided to go for my first SLR in december 2009 and after a lot of research/hands on, I zeroed in, on the D3000. I had 2 options(out of the recommended brands):
a) Canon 1000D(1 yr old but feature rich)
b) Nikon D3000, latest offering, but with less frills
My requirements which lead me to Nikon's this model are as follows:
1. I do long motorcycle rides(iluvriding.blogspot.com), and these are the times I would love to capture the places, experiences, so my cam needs to be reliable and sturdy, so that I can carry it without much fuss/extra attention
2. I wanted to carry it all the time, so the one I feel most comfortable(out of the 2), would be my choice, and it was D3000, the weight, size and sturdiness got me hooked.
3. During my stint with cameras, I have read many articles and books and knew enough concepts/theory than most professionals I have come across(I bet), so all I needed was a reliable(lasting) device with manual mode. Frills(live view, video,etc) doesn't impress me much anyways, at least not at the cost of build quality.
4. I liked the brand Nikon, since I was a kid
5. I had read in a site the advantage of having a Nikon(or Canon) is on special situations an accessory can be rented(i.e with hassles about compatibility)1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Superb entry level camera
by ianlamb on March 1, 2010
Pros: Nice feel (solid)
18-55mm lens is good
amazing pictures (compared to point and click)
beginners guide
good battery lifeCons: none really. buffer memory could be a bit bigger.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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This is a nice camera with great features
by markwoodbury on February 22, 2010
Pros: Nice Size, Great Ergonomics, Decent Manual and Great Features
Cons: Others offer live and view and better bundles than the Nikon at it's price.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Amazing Camera!!
by westley864 on January 9, 2010
Pros: The image quality is great, the preprogramed modes enhance the experience, many retouching options available, auto mode is very intuitive, offers excellent manual functions as well.
Cons: view finder is very small, when taking night pictures the assist light does not stay on long enough to line up the picture, the battery life is ok but I would suggest buying and carrying an extra.
Summary: I stepped up from point and shoot cameras and film slr's to dslr. So far I have been impressed by the nikon d300. My ancient Pentax (which I still ...
Summary: I stepped up from point and shoot cameras and film slr's to dslr. So far I have been impressed by the nikon d300. My ancient Pentax (which I still love) and my slightly less over the hill Minolta are both jealous of the time I spend with this nikon! I have taken indoor and outdoor pictures and discovered that i really appreciate the easy of the d3000. Adjusting for light, review pictures and keeping them organized, and retouching on the camera are all very fast and easy. The only limit I've discovered with this camera is my imagination! I am also a big fan of photoshop for anything I can't do on the camera.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Nikon Inc.
- Part number: 25462
- Description: The D3000 is a high-performance DX-format SLR that delivers superb images and boasts a range of functions, which make photography simple and fun. Nikon's intelligent Guide Mode offers incredibly user-friendly in-camera assistance, enabling even beginners to capture wonderful images. Perfect for shots that you are not sure how to take, and guide mode will ask you about the image you want to capture and automatically optimize the camera settings for the best possible results. When you want to learn more, you can use Guide Mode to find out how to adjust the settings yourself. The 10.2-megapixel image sensor and fast autofocus performance ensure precise, detailed images. The large, 3-inch LCD screen is highly convenient for composing and reviewing images, and makes it easy to use the in-camera retouch menu that enables you to modify images without a computer. The D3000 - the camera that shows you how to capture stunning shots with ease.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Digital camera - SLR
- Resolution 10.2 megapixels
- Optical Sensor Type CCD
- Total Pixels 10,750,000 pixels
- Effective Sensor Resolution 10,200,000 pixels
- Optical Sensor Size 15.8 x 23.6mm
- Field of View Crop Factor 1.5
- Sensor Dust Reduction Yes
- Sensor Features Self Cleaning Sensor Unit,
Airflow Control System - Image Stabilizer Optical
- Auto Focus TTL phase detection
- Auto Focus Points (Zones) Qty 11
- Image Recording Format JPEG,
NEF (RAW),
RAW + JPEG - AV Interfaces Composite video/audio
Exposure & White Balance
- Light Sensitivity ISO 3200,
ISO 100-1600,
ISO auto (100-1600) - Exposure Metering 3D color matrix II,
Center-weighted,
Spot - Exposure Metering Zones 420
- Exposure Modes I-TTL program flash,
Bulb,
Program,
Automatic,
Shutter-priority,
Manual,
Aperture-priority - Shooting Programs Sports mode,
Close-up,
Night portrait,
Children,
Portrait mode,
Landscape - Special Effects Portrait,
Landscape,
Neutral,
Monochrome,
Vivid - White Balance Automatic,
Presets,
Custom - Max Shutter Speed 1/4000 sec
- Min Shutter Speed 30 sec
- Exposure Compensation ±5 EV range, in 1/3 EV steps
- X-sync Speed 1/200 sec
- Exposure Range EV 0-20 ( ISO 100 )
Lens System
- Type 3 x x Zoom lens - 18 mm - 55 mm - F/3.5-5.6 G Nikon AF-S DX VR
- Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 27 - 82.5 mm
- Focus Adjustment Manual,
Automatic - Min Focus Range 11 in
- Max View Angle 76 degrees
- Zoom Adjustment Manual
- Lens Construction 8 groups / 11 elements
- Filter Size 52 mm
- Lens System Mounting Nikon F
- Features VR (Vibration Reduction),
Aspherical lens,
Silent Wave Motor (SWM) Camera Flash
- Camera Flash Pop-up flash
- Guide Number (m / ISO 100) 12
- Flash Modes Slow synchro,
Rear curtain sync,
Fill-in mode,
Auto mode,
Flash OFF mode,
Red-eye reduction - Features AF illuminator,
Flash +/- compensation Additional Features
- Continuous Shooting Speed 3 frames per second
- Self Timer Delay 2 sec,
10 sec,
5 sec,
20 sec - Flash Terminal Hot shoe
- Additional Features Digital image rotation,
Display brightness control,
AF lock,
DPOF support,
In-camera red-eye fix,
Text input to Exif header,
AE lock,
Cropping an image,
Histogram display,
Scene Recognition System (SRS),
Highlight point display,
Camera orientation detection,
PictBridge support,
Built-in help guide,
USB 2.0 compatibility,
Date/time stamp,
Direct print Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type Optical - Eye-level penta-dach mirror
- Field Coverage 95%
- Magnification 0.8x
- Dioptric Correction Range -1.7 to +0.5
Display
- Type 3 in LCD display
- Display Features Built-in
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Composite video output,
1 x USB
System Requirements for PC Connection
- Peripheral Devices USB port,
CD-ROM drive Miscellaneous
- Microsoft Certifications Certified for Windows Vista
- Included Accessories Battery charger,
Eyecup,
Body cap,
Eyepiece cover,
Neck strap,
USB cable,
Shoe cap Battery
- Supported Battery Nikon EN-EL9a
- Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
Memory / Storage
- Memory Card Slot SD card
- Supported Memory Cards SDHC Memory Card,
SD Memory Card - Image Storage 3872 x 2592,
2896 x 1944,
1936 x 1296 Dimensions & Weight
- Width 5 in
- Depth 2.5 in
- Height 3.8 in
- Weight 17.1 oz
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature 32 °F
- Max Operating Temperature 104 °F
Main Features
- Image stabilizer feature Optical stabilization helps prevent blurry pictures, especially for handheld cameras at slow shutter speeds or when using high optical zoom.
Product series
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Nikon D3000 (18mm-55mm VR lens)
Manufacturer: Nikon Inc.
Specs: SLR,
10.2 megapixels,
3 x,
27 - 82.5mm F/3.5,
15.8 x 23.6mm,
CCD,
Optical -
Nikon D3000 (with 18mm-55mm and 55mm-200mm VR lens)
Manufacturer: Nikon Inc.
Specs: SLR,
10.2 megapixels,
3 x,
27 - 82.5mm F/3.5,
15.8 x 23.6mm,
CCD,
Optical -
Manufacturer: Nikon Inc.
Specs:
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