Nikon D3100 DSLR official
Nikon D3100 – smart new snapper
The Nikon D3100 DSLR is finally official! Following on from the announcements yesterday of the new Nikon Coolpix S1100pj projector cam and Coolpix S5100 12MP compact, comes the nod on the new affordable SLR from the camera giants.
The biggest draw of Nikon’s new DSLR is the ace new video autofocus system that tracks subjects and adjusts contrast. Video is handled at 1080p at 24fps, or can be reduced to 720p.
Stills-wise, there’s a 14.2 megapixel sensor, but it’s light settings that make the headlines here – with an ISO going up to a staggering 12,800 for superb shots in low light.
There’s the same Guide Mode found on previous Nikon DSLRs and there’s basic editing software bundled onboard so that you can review your handiwork on the hop on the 3inch LCD screen.
The Nikon D3100 will be available at the end of September and will cost a very reasonable £499.99 for body only and £579.99 with an 18-55mm lens.
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Rob Ellis19 August 2010
TBH, I think the sony a55 is worth waiting two weeks for: 16.7 megapixel APS CMOS 15 points AF system Center ***triple cross*** sensor ***Double cross*** sensor x2 at left/right 12 normal sensor(F5.6) FullHD 1080 60i Translucent mirror inside, can reflex light during power on Translucent mirror can be open to clean the sensor EVF super-clear, specific unknown pixel, image quality is only worse than the A900 only 10FPS continous shooting with AF AFC just like Nikon’s 3D tracking system – fast and reliable SONY claims that would be better than 50D’s AF SUPER FAST AF speed at center point ISO100-25600, ISO6400′s noise just like a900′s ISO400 Support NEX’s hand-held night shot(Multi-shot) Support a700′s Quick Navi access mode Support DOF, however EVF becomes dim during small aperture Use NEX3/5 battery a55 priced at about 900-1000USD :)
Report as inappropriateIan Pearson19 August 2010
@Rob Yeah but its a Sony DSLR! No thanks.
Report as inappropriateSam31 August 2011
I have this camera and found it to be fantastic , its build quaility ,along with its technical abilities make this a superb begineers / amature choice and has the scope for more involved serious picture taking. Hats off to Nikon for a brilliant camera that can also film in full hd video.
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