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Manufacturer: Nikon Inc. Part number: D5000KIT
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- Though it falls short in its design, the Nikon D5000 delivers a nice feature set, speedy performance, and great photo quality for the money.
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CNET editors' review
Nikon D5000 (with 18-55mm lens) price range: $749.95
- Reviewed by: Lori Grunin
- Reviewed on: 05/08/2009
- Released on: 04/29/2009
The good: Very good photo quality; fast; video capture; articulated LCD; nice kit lens.
The bad: Small, dim viewfinder; middling video quality; too easy to accidentally change focus points.
The bottom line: Though it falls short in its design, the Nikon D5000 delivers a nice feature set, speedy performance, and great photo quality for the money.
User reviews
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A Great Time
by tvslater on May 21, 2009
Pros: Quality Quality Quality
Speedy
Ease of UseCons: The look of it, I suppose. I think I just like Canon's look a little more.
Summary: I was nervous about this camera when I got it. Though everything I'd heard about the image quality turns out to be true, the articulated LCD is nice but ...
Summary: I was nervous about this camera when I got it. Though everything I'd heard about the image quality turns out to be true, the articulated LCD is nice but I wasn't sold on the flip DOWN, versus to-the-side that I'm used to on the point and click that I use. As it turns out, when you hold the camera as you should, with left hand supporting the lens from underneath, the flip-down is much much better than the side-flip. Additionally, how often do you shoot from the side, versus top or bottom? For the times in which an articulated screen helps, I say the flip-down is a better configuration than the side-flip.
Honestly, though, what really sells me, though, is the combination of speed and quality. D90 quality in a smaller form for less money? AND it's faster? Done.
What many reviewers don't talk about much is low-light shooting. The d5000 EXCELS in darkness; I do an odd combination of architectural and party photography (not professional yet). Both require shooting in low-light, or even near-dark settings, one with quality, the other with speed. For the architecture, I wanted shadows to be rich, gradients to be subtle, and highlights to be dramatic without blowing out. It's great for all that. And for the party photos, they're great quality, low noise, get a good amount of the surroundings without having to use a flash and still capture speed and energy of the setting.
I'm very happy with this camera and am excited to see how far I can push it.24 out of 40 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Watch where you purchase
by gmogoody on November 9, 2009
Pros: With correct lenses great entry to intermediate DSLR
Cons: Where you buy the kit may alter perception of product
Summary: This is a great camera. Just do your research before purchase. Some retailers are selling the Kit with just the 18 - 55 mm DX lens and not the better ...
Summary: This is a great camera. Just do your research before purchase. Some retailers are selling the Kit with just the 18 - 55 mm DX lens and not the better 18 - 55 mm VR DX Lens that is reviewed here. I ran into this and ended up purchasing the 18 - 105 mm VR Lens instead
24 out of 42 users found this user opinion helpful.
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DIWA and DXO Lab test helped me a lot
by dr_ratansinghdeo on September 8, 2009
Pros: Excellent image quality at any ISO without chromatic or peripheral distortin.Easy user interface.Good for beginer as well enthusiast.Creative Options are quite good.In camera editing is just awsome,no need to PC editing.
Cons: Low resolution LCD monitor.But it helps to increase battery life to very good extent.Otherwise with high resolution LCD drain battery like monster
Summary: 1.Picture quality excellent
2.Absolutely no noise at high ISO.Great for all type of photography.
3.Fast performance.Altough live view mode is slow,but for me its ...Summary: 1.Picture quality excellent
2.Absolutely no noise at high ISO.Great for all type of photography.
3.Fast performance.Altough live view mode is slow,but for me its effective with this price[3-D tracking and 11-point focus like high end DSLR]
4.Easy user interface and all executions are perfect.
5.Scene modes can be used as examples for manual ,A,S,P mode for beginers.Scene modes show the specifications for different situations which helped me a lot to know advanced creativity and settings
6.Picture creative mode is present for advanced user.So this camera can be used by a beginer as well as enthusiast.
7.No chromatic aberations or peripheral distortion.Optic quality of kit lens is quite good.
8.Incamera image processing,in my view its complete,no need for recomposition or editing by PC
9.D-light is quite effective
10.Colours are perfect
11.Last word--If you really need awsome image quality at this price just go for Nikon D5000.I have gone through DIWA test and other good test lab report which proved to be correct.Regarding service issue my suggestion is just you check the body number through the NIKON service advisory online before purchase.But this issue has been handled quite nicely by NIKON[rather honestly].Easy to start a DSLR,but still option packed for enthusiast.Just buy it,love to use.Picture quality in real life and lab test are both excellent.Look to DXO Lab test and DIWA test helped a lot.11 out of 14 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great entry level DSLR with limitations for expansion
by raychenc on August 20, 2009
Pros: The main comparison is choosing between the D40/D3000 vs. D90, which the D5000 sits right between. It has the same chip as the D90 and D300, and great low ISO capabilities. It is lighter than the D90.
Cons: Two HUGE deficits, which makes me want to upgrade: no in-body motor, no commander mode to activate Nikon wireless flash. No motor means you cannot use excellent and less expensive lenses.
Summary: Great for beginners who are upgrading from point and shoot, but severe limitations (no in-body motor and lack of commander flash built in) make the D90 a better choice if ...
Summary: Great for beginners who are upgrading from point and shoot, but severe limitations (no in-body motor and lack of commander flash built in) make the D90 a better choice if you have an inkling of taking on photography as a hobby and if you can afford the extra cost. For instance if you want a 50 mm lens that autofocuses, it will cost about $400 compared to a $130 version, which works on the D5000, but you'll have to manually focus. Still, there are many flashes (dozens) that work perfectly on the D5000.
For the wireless flash, a Speedlight SB-900 allows the D5000 to control other slave flashes, but the SB-900 costs $450, and you would still have to buy a slave flash like the SB-600 which costs $220.
In contrast if you had a D90, you can buy the slave flash alone for $220, and the built in flash acts like a commander.
Essentially, the D5000 doesn't allow you to take advantage of the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) without considerable cost.
The extra cost of one autofocus lens and the upgraded flashes would more than pay for the cost of upgrading to the D90.
However, if you are new to D-SLR, it will take you some time to maximize your skills, and when you are ready to upgrade, a new camera body will be available, and you can carry all of your lenses and flashes.6 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great Value
by jconroy110464 on June 10, 2009
Pros: Excellent Image Quality...nice balance between the mega-pixels and CMOS chip area.
Well defined and logical interface.
User definable / customizable settings which can be saved.
Flip & Swivel LCD
3D Focus with Tracking
RAW + 3 levels of JPEGCons: Plastic construction...
Super slow focus in LIveViewSummary: The image quality for this camera is quite exceptional. If you post process your photos in Adobe (or some type of RAW editing program), then you really can achieve outstanding ...
Summary: The image quality for this camera is quite exceptional. If you post process your photos in Adobe (or some type of RAW editing program), then you really can achieve outstanding results which rival the D300. I especially like the user interface via the LCD. It is soooo well defined and logical. And it enables you to save custom settings for specific conditions; e.g. landscape-cloudy. This neat feature reduces the need or the time to post process the RAW. In some cases you can use the JPEG direct without any post processing!
The flip and swivel LCD is another good feature in the design. This enables you to (1) shoot photos from awkward positions where the best shot requires the camera to be at arms length from your face. And (2), the LCD can be flipped around having the "glass" side of the LCD face the camera body. This is especially good for me, when I am outdoors hiking and the camera body is exposed to bumps and scrapes.
The 11-point AF with 3D tracking, along with the 420-pixel metering, and the multiple options for F.O.V. area focus (center, wide, face, etc), provide you with excellent performance and the ability to be creative. And with RAW+ 3 JPEG choices (and your presets), this becomes a very fun and functional camera.
I really see this camera being lens limited rather than sensor (CMOS) limited. Use the money you save with buying the D5000 and invest it into a higher-end wide angle lens. After getting familiar and proficient with this camera, your results could challenge the pro's (at least on stills).6 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Very informative & useful.
by robertoguzman on September 12, 2009
Pros: Vari-angle LCD monitor. I have neither to lie down or kneel while shooting from below nor go to a higher place to shoot down from above. Sharp photos. Handy and light, ideal for traveling.
Cons: Less grip. AF point-settings prone to accidental switch. LCD image not as sharp as that from a Canon EOS. Less choice of Image-sharpness (I wish it had a 10 megapixel choice)
Summary: Overall, I like the product mainly because of its vari-angle monitor and really sharp pictures. It's handy and light, ideal for travelling. My dislikes include:
1. less grip
2. ...Summary: Overall, I like the product mainly because of its vari-angle monitor and really sharp pictures. It's handy and light, ideal for travelling. My dislikes include:
1. less grip
2. selected AF-point settings prone to accidental switch
3. LCD image not as sharp as I expected it should be
4. less choice for image sharpness (I wished it had a 10 Megapixel choice; 12.2 Mp is too large to store and tramsmit by email, while 6.8 Mp is too small and not sharp enough for larger prints)
5. very slow AF during Live View mode4 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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D(isppointing) 5000
by bmoag on August 28, 2009
Pros: Low sensor noise, video option.
Cons: Soft images, unreliable autofocus, systematic underexposure, execrable pentamirror viewing system
Summary: I have had this camera supposedly repaired by Nikon. I find it nearly unusable because focus is so unreliable from exposure to exposure regardless of lens, f-stop, auto or manual ...
Summary: I have had this camera supposedly repaired by Nikon. I find it nearly unusable because focus is so unreliable from exposure to exposure regardless of lens, f-stop, auto or manual focus, electronic rangefinder and all. I suspect that the dust removal mode may not be returning the image sensor to a proper position. It is nearly impossible to get a tack sharp image on the first try. I fear this camera will sit on a shelf unused but I will make another pass at Nikon warranty repair.
6 out of 9 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Best SLR camera ever!
by santiagolarte on August 19, 2009
Pros: It has a great screen, awesome pictures (especially in manual mode) all in all an amazing camera.
Cons: its not really a con, but if you buy this camera its a must to buy another lens, probably with more DF and a bigger zoom.
Summary: I bought it a couple of months ago and since then I've been loving this camera. the screen is great, I dont agree with the women on the video ...
Summary: I bought it a couple of months ago and since then I've been loving this camera. the screen is great, I dont agree with the women on the video because the screen is amazing and on sunlight your able to read everything. it comes with great ISO and on manual mode your able to take amaizing pictures
4 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great mid-level entry dSLR
by dipalbhagde on September 22, 2009
Pros: Excellent quality images, Less noise at high ISO, Ease of use for beginners, Great color reproduction, stable, fits well into my hands, Live View
Cons: View finder isn't that great. But Liveview more than compensates
5 out of 7 users found this user opinion helpful.
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My first DSLR Rocks
by kazrell on May 29, 2010
Pros: Scene modes give you a great start from a point and shoot. Device feels sturdy and well balanced. Great pictures and lots of room to learn and grow.
Cons: Video could be a bit better, 720p/1080p. I wish these Camera manufacturers invent a menu system a bit more streamlined. I feel they all can take a listen from a OS like Apples in terms of user interface and experience. I feel lost when navigating,
Summary: I labored for months in deciding which camera and if in fact I should upgrade to a DSLR. I like the point and shoot simplicity, but lets be honest, point ...
Summary: I labored for months in deciding which camera and if in fact I should upgrade to a DSLR. I like the point and shoot simplicity, but lets be honest, point and shoots are limited in what they can do. If all of our subjects just sat they're and said cheese - they would be fine. But we all know that's not life, so I wanted to step up to a camera that gives me the ability to shoot action shots and moving targets. This camera does that very well and does video. So far my pictures have been absolutely wonderful. Far better than anything I've taken with really good point and shoots. I've been able to get action shots or shots were my child was moving and caught the moment perfectly. I'm sure I could have purchased similar camera's (Rebel T1I/T2I) but I just find the overall performance and features of this camera makes it a winner for me.
3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Nikon Inc.
- Part number: D5000KIT
- Description: Meet the D5000, a breed of Nikon digital SLR camera. A wonderful blend of fun, simplicity, and beautiful image quality, the D5000 features an innovative Vari-angle monitor for an exciting new take on photographic expression. Combined with Live View shooting, this monitor gives you the ability to shoot from nearly any angle. And your creativity is not limited to still images - Nikon's D-Movie function lets you record richly detailed HD movie clips, too. There's also a dazzling array of shooting features to help you get great pictures, shot-after-shot.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Digital camera - SLR with Live View mode,
with Movie recording - Resolution 12.3 megapixels
- Optical Sensor Type CMOS
- Total Pixels 12,900,000 pixels
- Effective Sensor Resolution 12,300,000 pixels
- Optical Sensor Size 15.8 x 23.6mm
- Field of View Crop Factor 1.5
- Sensor Dust Reduction Yes
- Image Processor EXPEED
- Image Stabilizer Optical
- Auto Focus TTL phase detection
- Auto Focus Points (Zones) Qty 11
- Digital Video Format MJPEG,
AVI - Image Recording Format JPEG,
NEF (RAW) - AV Interfaces HDMI
Exposure & White Balance
- Light Sensitivity ISO 200-3200
- Exposure Metering 3D color matrix II,
Center-weighted,
Spot - Exposure Modes I-TTL program flash,
Bulb,
Program,
Automatic,
Shutter-priority,
Manual,
Aperture-priority - Shooting Programs Sports mode,
Close-up,
Portrait mode,
Landscape - Special Effects Fisheye,
Portrait,
Landscape,
Neutral,
Monochrome,
Vivid - White Balance Automatic,
Presets,
Custom - White Balance Presets Fluorescent,
Incandescent,
Sunlight,
Flash,
Shade - Max Shutter Speed 1/4000 sec
- Min Shutter Speed 30 sec
- Exposure Compensation ±5 EV range, in 1, 1/2 or 1/3 EV steps
- White Balance Bracketing Yes
- X-sync Speed 1/250 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
- 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
- Flash Modes Auto mode with red-eye reduction,
Slow synchro,
Rear curtain sync,
Fill-in mode,
Auto mode Additional Features
- Continuous Shooting Speed 4 frames per second
- Self Timer Delay 2 - 20 sec
- Flash Terminal Hot shoe
- Additional Features Exif Print support,
AF lock,
DPOF support,
In-camera red-eye removal,
AE lock,
Histogram display,
LCD live view mode,
PictBridge support Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type Optical - Eye-level mirror pentaprism
- Field Coverage 95%
- Magnification 0.78x
- Dioptric Correction Range -2 to +1
- Viewfinder Frames Autofocus frame
Display
- Type 2.7 in LCD display
- Display Features Rotating
Microphone
- Microphone Operation Mode Mono
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x USB,
1 x HDMI output,
1 x System accessory terminal System Requirements for PC Connection
- Operating System Support Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later,
MS Windows Vista,
MS Windows XP Professional,
MS Windows XP Home Edition Miscellaneous
- Microsoft Certifications Certified for Windows Vista
- Included Accessories Battery charger,
Eyecup,
Body cap,
Eyepiece cover,
Strap,
USB cable,
Shoe cap,
Audio / video cable 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 4288 x 2848,
3216 x 2136,
2144 x 1424 - Video Capture AVI - 1280 x 720,
AVI - 640 x 424,
AVI - 320 x 216 Dimensions & Weight
- Width 5 in
- Depth 3.1 in
- Height 4.1 in
- Weight 1.2 lbs
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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Manufacturer: Nikon Inc.
Specs: SLR,
12.3 megapixels,
15.8 x 23.6mm,
CMOS -
Nikon D5000 (with 18-55mm lens)
Manufacturer: Nikon Inc.
Specs: SLR,
12.3 megapixels,
3 x,
15.8 x 23.6mm,
CMOS,
Optical
Accessories
Manufacturer info
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- Address:
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