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Nikon D3100 Digital SLRs

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Product Description

Based on the D3000, the 14-megapixel entry-level D3100 digital SLR adds 1080p full HD video and it's the world's first DSLR to have full-time auto focus in video mode.

Nikon D3100 Pro Review

by Photo-John  Oct 21 2011 12:49PM

Nikon D3100 Pro Review The Nikon D3100 is one of the hottest digital SLRs on the market right now. The great price (under $600 with a lens), plenty of features, excellent image quality and access to Nikon’s excellent lenses make it a no-brainer for first time digital SLR buyers or even serious photographers on a budget. The D3100 has a 14-megapixel sensor, ISO 3200 sensitivity (expandable to ISO 12,800), a 3-inch LCD display, full HD video with continuous auto focus and an 11-point auto focus system. After using it for a couple days and taking some great fall color photos, I’m impressed with the camera’s performance and even more impressed with the image quality... Continue reading →

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Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by Old man ? big kid a Beginner

Date Reviewed: July 14, 2012

Strengths:    Easy to use, great results. The built in guide is useful, especially for a novice. The price is good for an entry level camera and I can see it lasting me quite a while. Although calling 'entry level' is a bit deceiving as it is capable of producing, as far as I can see, perfectly professional results once mastered. At the moment I can think of no reasons why I should change it. The option of VR on the lens options is good

Weaknesses:    Perhaps an infra red option for the remote as the older version used to have, but that's not a how stopper as there are plenty of good value wireless remotes out there. I can't think of anything bad to say about it to be honest as I'm loving using it!

Bottom Line:   
I read a few reviews before I purchased this camera, which were all very positive. I have no regrets at all buying this camera, and it was just the thing to get me back into SLR photography after a 30 year break.
Got a good deal in my view at £350 GBP with the 18-55 Nikkor lens ($545 USD approx)

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Price Paid:    $350.00

Purchased At:   Cameraland, Cardiff

Type of photography:   Outdoor

Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by fcimbar a Intermediate

Date Reviewed: December 1, 2010

Strengths:    Compaact-like
Image quality
Light
Feel
Video
SD card
Battery life
Nikkor lenses

Weaknesses:    No DOF dedicated button
No AF motor

Bottom Line:   
Great entry level DSLR

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Duration Product Used:   2-5 years

Similar Products Used:   D40
D40x
D3000

Type of photography:   Outdoor


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  • 35mm Zoom Lens27 - 82.5 mm
    Battery TypeRechargeable Li-Ion Battery
    Built-in MicrophoneWith Built-in Microphone
    Camera Resolution14.2 Megapixel
    Camera TypeSLR/Professional
    Compression ModesUncompressed
    Compression TypeJPEG
    Depth2.9 in.
    Digital ZoomWithout Digital Zoom
    Family LineNikon D
    FeaturesImage Stabilization
    Flash FunctionsFlash Off
    Flash TypeBuilt-In & External
    Focal Length18 - 55 mm
    Focus TypeAutofocus
    Frames Per Second3 Frames
    HD Recording Format1080p (HDTV)
    Height3.8 in.
    Image Resolutions2304 x 1536
    Image Sensor TypeCCD
    Included AccessoriesSoftware
    Interchangeable LensInterchangeable Lenses
    Interface TypeUSB 2.0
    ISO Speeds100
    LCD Protected PositionWithout LCD Protected Position
    LCD Screen Resolution230,000 pixels
    LCD Screen Size3 in.
    Max Movie Length600 Seconds
    Memory TypeSD Card
    Optical Zoom3.1x
    Release Date8/20/2010
    Resolution14.2 Megapixel
    Self Timer2 Sec.
    Shutter Speed1/1 - 1/4000 sec
    Tripod MountWith Tripod Mount
    Video FormatQuickTime
    Video InterfaceVideo Out
    Video Resolutions640 x 424
    Video Speed24 fps
    ViewfinderOptical (Through-the-lens)
    Weight1 lb.
    White BalanceAuto
    Width4.9 in.

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