Nikon DSLR
The Popular Nikon DSLR – D5000
Nikon DSLR
In April 2009, Nikon has launched their new entry-level DSLR, the D5000. Compared to the previous Nikon’s entry-level DSLR, for example D80, this camera has plenty of significant changes inside. Nikon switches to a CMOS sensor instead of the CCD it’s been using in its entry-level models.
According to the press release of the D5000, this new Nikon DSLR will be a perfect camera for the hobbyist and for family fun. Packed with features that make taking pictures easy and fun, this camera stands out above the competition with its unique vari-angle LCD monitor, which allows users to shoot easily from any angle they can imagine.
The design
Constructed of polycarbonate over stainless steel, the D5000 has dimensions approximately 5.0 x 4.1 x 3.1 inches and weighs approximately 560g without battery, memory card, body cap, or monitor cover. It feels plasticky, but not cheap — pretty typical for its price segment — although the SD slot cover does seem rather flimsier than usual.
The control layout is pretty typical, although Nikon seems to have eliminated more direct-access buttons than most products in its class and replaced them entirely with the interactive display. Through it, in combination with the back dial and multi selector, you can adjust aperture, shutter speed, image size and quality, white balance, ISO sensitivity, focus mode, Auto Focus area, metering, D-Lighting, Picture Control, exposure and flash compensation, and flash mode.
Features
- 12.3 effective megapixel, 23.6 x 15.8 mm CMOS image sensor
- 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens
- Dust Reduction System
- 2.7 ” TFT LCD, Approx. 230,000 dots
- ISO 200 – 3200 in 1/3 EV steps (default)
- SD memory cards, SDHC-compliant
- Exposure and white-balance bracketing
- Multi-CAM 1000 AF module
- 4 fps continuous shooting capability
- In-camera CA correction
- AF motor in-body
- Video capture (1280 x 720; 24fps, 640 x 424; 24 fps, 320 x 216; 24 fps)
Pros
- very good photo quality
- fast
- video capture
- vari-angle LCD
- good kit lens
- built-in wireless flash controller
Cons
- small, dim viewfinder
- middling video quality
- too easy to accidentally change focus points
Conclusion
If you are looking for the latest entry level Nikon DSLR, then look no further than the D5000. This camera is an excellent value starter DSLR with useful features, speedy performance and great photo quality. The D5000 costs you about $850 (on Amazon).
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