Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)
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Nikon's D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) has a galaxy of professional features not commonly found in a consumer digital camera. A high-resolution 16.2MP DX-format CMOS sensor and an EXPEED 2 image processing engine guarantee superb quality and high performance. The 3.0" vari-angle tilting LCD monitor allows you full freedom in composition with sparkling 921,000-dot resolution. Full 1920 x 1080p video with full-time autofocus (for tracking subjects in motion) and stereo sound (using an optional microphone) is always available with in-camera editing and creative controls to activate your inner movie director.
The Effects mode provides a dazzling array of special effects for putting your individual stamp on all of your images--still photos or video. Selective Color, for instance, isolates any color within a scene, and Night Vision captures details in places too dark for your own eyes. High Key effect will create bright, glowing images filled with atmosphere and mystery, or you can emphasize the mood of a scene using Low Key, or try out Miniature Effect--which produces a scene that looks like a miniature scale model.
With sensitivity ranging from 100 to 6400 ISO, you'll be able to make photos and videos that are amazingly rich, even in low light. In-camera HDR (High Dynamic Range) mode will tame high contrast situations by automatically capturing multiple exposures of the scene and combining them for vastly improved contrast and low noise. A blazing fast 11-point autofocus system and split-second shutter response mean that you won't miss photo opportunities waiting for your camera to catch up. The built-in speedlight has i-TTL for accurate, well-balanced flash every time.
With the Scene Recognition system, 420-pixel RGB 3D Color Matrix Metering II, 16 automatic exposure scene modes, and Active D-Lighting, your control over your photos and movies will be more precise and simple to carry out than ever. And you don't need to worry about dust ruining an image--the automatic image sensor cleaning function has it under control.
- Vari-Angle LCD Monitor
- The new, large 3.0" (7.5-cm) vari-angle LCD monitor opens horizontally up to 180˚ and flips up and down from +180˚ to -90˚. Now you're ready to view, shoot and record your subjects from unique perspectives. Try a high angle for overhead shots, waist level for candid Live View and movie shooting, or a low vantage point for a look from ground level. You can also place the D5100 on a tripod or other stable surface and still see yourself while composing self-portraits. Thanks to high-resolution (approx. 921k-dot) and a wide viewing angle, the vari-angle LCD monitor lets you check your composition comfortably while using Live View or full HD movie.
- Image Quality in a Class of Its Own
- Incorporating the latest Nikon D-SLR technologies such as the 16.2MP DX-format CMOS sensor and EXPEED 2 image processing engine, the D5100 delivers outstanding image quality.
- Create Incredible Movies--Full HD (1,920 x 1,080/30p) Movies
- The D5100 delivers exceptional D-Movie performance with its full HD capability, full-time-servo AF (AF-F) and precise exposure control. In-camera movie editing and sound recording capability (stereo with optional microphone) are also provided. Together with D-SLR advantages like beautiful background blur, high ISO sensitivity performance and extensive NIKKOR lens compatibility, movie-making potential reaches impressive new levels.
- Instant, In-Camera Post-Production
- The D5100's numerous editing functions include Resize, NEF (RAW) processing and Filter effects, such as Skylight, Warm filter and Cross screen. Along with Quick retouch and Edit movie, there are additional features such as Distortion control and Fisheye.
- 11-Point AF System
- The D5100's 11 focus points, including a crosstype sensor, widely cover the frame and capture the subject sharply. When using 3D-tracking (11 points) mode, the camera works together with the Scene Recognition System to keep your main subject in focus even if the composition changes.
- Exquisite Detail in Both Highlights and Shadows--HDR (High Dynamic Range)
- When shooting extreme contrasts such as sunlit clouds and a foreground deep in shadow, it was once quite difficult to render both textures equally. Not anymore. With the HDR setting, the D5100 takes two shots within a single shutter release: one overexposed and one underexposed. The camera then combines the two images to reveal an extremely wide dynamic range, but with less noise and richer color gradation than ever before (use of a tripod is recommended).
- Clean and Clear Images, Even in Low Light
- The D5100 provides all the technologies you need to achieve excellent results even when available light is scarce. Its CMOS sensor offers a remarkably wide ISO range (ISO 100 to 6400) with reduced noise. This enables you to shoot at faster shutter speeds and capture scenes and subjects with less blur. Even handheld shots and full HD movies come out looking great in low light.
- Intelligent Auto Pop-Up Flash
- Vital for dark or backlit subjects, the D5100's built-in pop-up flash automatically brightens your subject. Expect natural-looking results thanks to i-TTL flash control.
- Selective Color
- Select up to three colors to show in the image, and the rest will remain in black and white.
- Autofocus for Sharper Subjects
- The D5100 helps you focus by offering a choice of focus modes to match your subject matter - even when using Live View or shooting full HD movies. Simply use AF-F mode to keep the camera focusing automatically while recording. A new switch beside the mode dial activates Live View, and to start movie recording, simply press the dedicated button located next to the shutter-release button. You can do this while keeping a steady view of your subject.
- Optimized Camera Settings
- The D5100 has Scene Modes that match a diverse range of scenes. The five most popular modes can be found on the mode dial, while others can be selected by setting the dial to SCENE and rotating the command dial. Once you've decided, the camera automatically chooses the camera settings that will provide the best results. With Nikon's Scene Modes, you will never have to worry about complicated camera settings.
- Scene Auto Selector
- If you are shooting still pictures using Live View with Auto or Auto (flash off), Scene Auto Selector will automatically select the most appropriate Scene Mode, choosing from Portrait, Landscape, Close up, and Night portrait. Leave it up to the D5100 to deliver optimum results, leaving you more time to concentrate on the shot.
- Miniature Effect
- Make distant subjects appear like miniatures by strategically altering the focus area. Miniature effect movies play back at high speed.
- High Key
- Create bright, glowing images filled with atmosphere.
- Color Sketch
- Make your images appear like colorful drawings. Movies shot in this mode play back like a slide show made up of a series of stills.
- Silhouette
- Capture your subjects in silhouette against bright backgrounds.
- Low Key
- Create dark, striking images with prominent highlights.
- Night Vision
- Take monochrome (black and white) images in extremely low-light conditions.
- Balancing Light and Shade Beautifully--Active D-Lighting
- Useful in a variety of situations, Active D-Lighting automatically renders the highlights and shadows of high-contrast scenes so that they appear more like how they are perceived by the human eye. Leave Active D-Lighting on Auto for effortless adjustment, or select the strength level according to your shooting conditions.
- Clean and Clear Pictures--Nikon Integrated Dust Removal
- Less dust means clearer images. Nikon's exclusive system helps remove dust from the optical lowpass filter in front of the sensor and move it away from crucial components inside the camera.
- Optical Viewfinder
- Approx. 95% frame coverage - for a clear view and comfortable shooting without time lag.
- Compact, Lightweight Design
- The camera's form fits naturally into your hands, with intuitive controls that make extended shooting easy and comfortable.
- Low Energy Consumption
- Efficient EN-EL14 battery lasts for approx. 660 frames per charge.
- Imaging Toolbox--ViewNX 2
- This simple and intuitive software helps you get the most out of your images and full HD movies. ViewNX 2 provides importing and browsing capability while also incorporating image-editing functions such as Resize, Brightness, Crop, Straighten and NEF (RAW) image processing. Its movie editing functions help you create your own original movies quickly and easily, and Nikon's own image storing and sharing service, my Picturetown, works smoothly with ViewNX 2, allowing you to log in directly from the software for easy uploading without using a browser.
- View Your Images on an HDTV--HDMI Output Interface
- Enjoy pictures and movies on your television, and use the TV remote control unit to operate playback.
- Quiet Shutter-Release Mode
- Sometimes the sound of the shutter release may disturb your subject. Quiet shutter-release mode reduces the sound of the D5100's internal mechanisms, by slowing the mirror movement speed at the moment the image is captured, for example.
- Scene Recognition System
- With the 420-pixel RGB sensor and CMOS image sensor working together, the D5100 is able to recognize your subject matter and optimize the auto exposure, autofocus, auto white balance and i-TTL flash control. The face-priority AF feature originates in this technology, as well.
- Picture Control
- Customize the look and feel of your photos to suit your taste with Picture Control. Choose from six settings: Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait and Landscape. You can adjust the settings and save them for future use.
- Image and Movie Editing Functions
- The D5100's numerous editing functions include Resize, NEF (RAW) processing and Filter effects, such as Skylight, Warm filter and Cross screen. Along with Quick retouch and Edit movie, there are additional features such as Distortion control and Fisheye.
- Smart Photo Sharing and Storage Service--My Picturetown
- Nikon's own image-sharing website, my Picturetown, allows you to easily store, manage and share your images with your family and friends worldwide. Membership is free and permits storage of up to 2 GB of photos and/or movies.
- Dust Reduction
- Image Sensor Cleaning, Airflow Control System, Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX 2 software required)
- Picture Control
- Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape; selected Picture Control can be modified; storage for custom Picture Controls
- File System
- DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0, DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), Exif 2.3 (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras), PictBridge
- Magnification
- Approx. 0.78× (50mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, -1.0 m-1)
- Eyepoint
- 17.9 mm (-1.0 m-1)
- Diopter Adjustment
- -1.7 to +0.7 m-1
- Focusing Screen
- Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VII screen
- Reflex Mirror
- Quick return
- Lens Aperture
- Instant return, electronically controlled
- Compatible Lenses
- Autofocus is available with AF-S and AF-I lenses; Autofocus is not available with other type G and D lenses, AF lenses (IX-NIKKOR and lenses for the F3AF are not supported) and AI-P lenses; Non-CPU lenses can be used in mode M but the camera exposure meter will not function The electronic rangefinder can be used with lenses that have a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster
- Shutter Type
- Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter
- Release Mode
- Single frame, continuous, self-timer, delayed remote, quick-response remote, quiet shutter release
- Exposure Metering Range (ISO 100, f/1.4 lens, 68°F/20°C)
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Matrix or center-weighted metering: 0 to 20 EV
Spot metering: 2 to 20 EV
- Exposure Meter Coupling
- CPU
- Exposure Compensation
- -5 to +5 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV
- Exposure Bracketing
- 3 frames in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV
- Exposure Lock
- Luminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
- Active D-Lighting
- Auto, extra high, high, normal, low, off
- ADL Bracketing
- 2 frames
- Autofocus
-
Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection, 11 focus
points (including one cross-type sensor) and AF-assist illuminator (range approx. 1 ft.
8 in. to 9 ft. 10 in./0.5 to 3 m)
Detection range: -1 to +19 EV (ISO 100, 68°F/20°C)
Lens servo: Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous-servo AF (AF-C); auto AF-S/ AF-C selection (AF-A); predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status
Manual focus (MF): Electronic rangefinder can be used
Focus point: Can be selected from 11 focus points
AF-area mode: Single-point AF, dynamic-area AF, auto-area AF, 3D-tracking (11 points)
Focus lock: Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L button
- Built-In Flash
-
Auto flash with auto pop-up; P, S, A, M, 0: Manual pop-up with button release
Flash mode: Auto, auto with red-eye reduction, auto slow sync, auto slow sync with red-eye reduction, fill-flash, red-eye reduction, slow sync, slow sync with red-eye reduction, rear-curtain with slow sync, rear-curtain sync, off
Flash compensation: -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV
Flash-ready indicator: Lights when built-in flash or optional flash unit such as SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600 or SB-400 is fully charged; blinks for 3 s after flash is fired at full output
Accessory shoe: ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock
- Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS)
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Advanced Wireless Lighting supported with SB-900, SB-800 or SB-700 as a master flash, or SU-800 as commander; Flash Color Information Communication supported with built-in flash and all CLS-compatible flash units
Sync terminal Sync Terminal Adapter AS-15 (available separately)
- Live View Lens Servo
-
Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); full-time-servo AF (AF-F)
Manual focus (MF)
- AF-Area Mode
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Face-priority AF, wide-area AF, normal-area AF, subject-tracking AF
Autofocus: Contrast-detect AF anywhere in frame (camera selects focus point automatically when face-priority AF or subject-tracking AF is selected)
- Movie Metering
-
TTL exposure metering using main image sensor
Metering method: Matrix
- Playback
- Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9 or 72 images or calendar) playback with playback zoom, movie playback, slide show, histogram display, highlights, auto image rotation and image comment (up to 36 characters)
- Accessory Terminal
- Remote Cord MC-DC2 (available separately), GPS Unit GP-1 (available separately)
- Supported Languages
- Arabic, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish
- Tripod Socket
- 1/4" (ISO 1222)
| Imaging | |
|---|---|
| Camera Type | Digital SLR with Interchangeable lenses |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Camera Format | APS-C / (1.5x Crop Factor) |
| Resolution |
Effective Pixels: 16.2 Megapixels Max Resolution: |
| File Formats |
Still Images: JPEG, RAW Movies: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: Linear PCM |
| Memory Card Type |
SD SDHC SDXC |
| AV Recording | |
|---|---|
| Video Recording | Yes, NTSC/PAL |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3, 16:9 |
| Video Clip Length | Up to 20 Min |
| Audio Recording | With Video, Mono |
| Viewfinder/Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder Type | Pentamirror |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 95% |
| Display Screen | 3" Rear Screen LCD (921000) |
| Screen Coverage | 100% |
| Exposure Control | |
|---|---|
| ISO Sensitivity | 100- |
| Shutter | 30 - 1/4000 sec |
| Metering Method | Spot metering, Center-weighted average metering, 3D Color Matrix Metering |
| Exposure Modes | Modes: Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
| White Balance Modes | Auto, Cloudy, Flash, Fluorescent, Fluorescent (Day White), Fluorescent (Natural White), Fluorescent (White), Fluorescent H, Incandescent, Manual, Shade |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Yes: Auto |
| Max Sync Speed | 1 / 200 sec |
| Continuous Shooting | Up to 4 fps |
| External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Self Timer | 2 sec, 5 sec, 10 sec, 20 sec |
| Connectivity | AV Output, HDMI C (Mini), USB 2.0 |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Battery | 1x EN-EL14 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack |
| AC Power Adapter | AC Adapter EH-5a/5b; requires Power Connector EP-5A (available separately) (Optional) |
| Operating/Storage Temperature | 32 to 104 °F (0 to 40 °C) |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 5.0 x 3.8 x 3.1" / 12.70 x 9.65 x 7.87 cm |
| Weight | 1.12 lb / 510 g Body only |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 150 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
97%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Good image quality (131)
- Easy to use (118)
- Large clear LCD (107)
- Tilt /swivel LCD (102)
- Fast / accurate auto-focus (99)
Cons
- Short battery life (14)
- Noisy at high ISO (10)
- Poor in low light (6)
- Lag / shutter delay (5)
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (99)
- Travel (96)
- Family photos (95)
- Low light (78)
- Wildlife (66)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (71), Semi-pro photographer (30), Casual photographer (26), Photography student (10), Pro photographer (9)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (130), Yes (14)
Most Liked Positive Review
The perfect upgrade.
About a month ago, I pulled myself away from my beloved D50 to experience what technology has done in the last 6 years. I was drawn to the D5100 because of the articulating screen....Read complete review
About a month ago, I pulled myself away from my beloved D50 to experience what technology has done in the last 6 years. I was drawn to the D5100 because of the articulating screen. Do you know how many times I got my shirt all muddy trying to get an upward shot of a low lying subject? This proved to be the best feature of the camera, and I would not be surprised to see all of Nikon's cameras with such a device. The camera is smaller than my previous but I don't find it uncomfortable, and I do have large hands. The controls are a little different to accommodate the screen hinge, but it only took a couple of days to get used to it. I would suggest reading Tom Hogan's guide book. I had one for my D50, and I got one for this camera as well. He is straight forward about using the strengths of the camera and avoiding some pitfalls it has. His guidance made me fall in love with my D50. The only negative I found was how the directional pad feels. I has a cheap plastic feel to it. I'm sure it will be ok, as my plastic D50 held up to alot of abuse. The menus are layed out intuitively, and the on screen controls are great. As your ready to shoot, if you want to change a common setting, say, how the camera is metering, you hit the "I" button right by your thumb and scroll with wheel to that item and there you go, your all set.
I could write pages about this camera, but I'll just summarize. This is a great camera for entry level DSLR and would satisfy even a pro-level photographer. I'm just a hobbiest trying to be like a pro, and I love it.
A plug for B and H. I have purchased numerous things from them. I find them professional and they deliver outstanding service. You can't go wrong.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Good Basic Camera, some issues
Pros:
- Low light capability
- Easy to use
- Fantastic image quality
- Video at 1080p 30
Cons:
- There is no way to know wha...Read complete review
Pros:
- Low light capability
- Easy to use
- Fantastic image quality
- Video at 1080p 30
Cons:
- There is no way to know what focus distance the camera is at. The camera gives no indication of where focus is as a distance. When using liveview in sunlight, it becomes impossible to know where your focus is set.
- Viewfinder not 100% viewing area, so it does not match the 100% view in the live view mode.
- Video capabilities are not fully baked, there is little information displayed.
- Manual settings are awkward, especially for video.
- There is a bug where pictures taken in Live view have a missing right pixel edge.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
Light in weight, user friendly, video great, fast auto-focus, great image quality, high ISO, large and clear LCD
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
Mostly I shoot with a 70mm to 300mm zoom lens. I shoot a lot of nature, birds and objects. I have soot moving birds and can't believe the clarity. Color is well balanced and again the sharpness is great.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quiet
Cons
- Poor Image Quality
- Poor In Low Light
- Short Battery Life
- Small LCD Screen
Best Uses
- Family Photos
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
Not really handy
very complicated features
the armor very delicate
quality and frames per second very poor
- Ease of Operation:
- 2
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
I´m really happy with this camera, I am not a pro, but after reading the owners manual I could take some nice pics and use most of the features of my D5100.
Its is going to take a while to use it 100% of the features, but I am really happy about it.
LCD is the best of the best!
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- Large Clear LCD
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
- Button locations
- No Internal Focus Motor
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
This camera is my upgrade from my D5000. I received my D5100 on May 10 and went on a one week vacation on May 11. Camera performed great. Took over 500 pics of landscapes, zoo animals and caves. Pictures are great quality. In places like a zoo it works better on manual focus due to the fences or screens between you and the animals. It is also better to leave on manual focus in caves because there is not enough light for the auto focus to work. I have only taken a couple of videos, but I definitely like the auto focus ability while videoing --- my D5000 did not have that. I have not had time to play with all the "special effects" that the D5100 has, but I will update my review after I use them. Auto focus can get confused if there are too many subjects to focus on. Built in flash is brighter and better than other cameras I have used. Have not taken any portaits with the built in flash yet, so I do not know if "red eye" will be a problem. If you can't afford thousands for the higher model Digital SLRs, then this is a great camera to buy.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Video
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
I am an amateur photographer, but I find myself using it a lot! I love the way it has quick focus and clear pictures! The HD video is wonderful, easy to operate and good results!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Image Quality
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
- Video exposure controls
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
This has a few nice feautres compared to similar cameras, but is also a little diificult to use for video, especially with manual exposure.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
Cons
- Noisy At High ISO
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Sports/Action
- Video
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
Quick, easy and amazing camera.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- nikon 18-200mm
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- In camera HDR feature
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
- Tilt swivel LCD screen
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
B&H had the best price and I am quite impressed with their service & shipment. I am a long term customer of B&H, having bought equipment from them back in the old days of film. Yes, I am dating myself.
D5100 is an excellent camera, which I purchased for a graduation gift.
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
- Recommended:
- Nikon 18-200 VR
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Good Image Quality
- Large Clear LCD
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
- Noisy At High ISO
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Travel
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
Excellent camera for a beginner. Great for family etc. This is what I bought it for. Quick and easy to operate. Lots of features. Great for the non money shots. The camera is great for casual family activity shots it is sure a lot more convenient than bringing out the big iron.
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Video
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
Best camera for the price
great digital features; intuitive modes
small and light make it easy to stow
but can be a handful if you have big hands
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
This camera is great, great quality photos, assists photographers that are still learning about lighting. This camera greatly uses what ever light is available to give you high quality photos.
- Ease of Operation:
- 10
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- High ISO Performance
- Quiet
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
This camera is fast and nimble. I wanted to upgrade from my trusty Nikon D40X to a more advanced body. Did all my homework, read all the review and talked to trusted professional photographer friends who recommended the 5100. I was going to sell my 18-105mm lens because I wasn't getting the performance I wanted using the Nikon D40X body. With 6400 ISO I can now take better evening and night shots. The 5100 and lens are a perfect pair, fast, responsive. I also am using the 28-300mm and it is a joy to shoot with using the 5100. Love the way Nikon has rearranged all the info buttons to the right side of the camera, except for the menu button, which makes using the settings much easier. Like that the screen can be hidden away to protect it when not in use. The camera is much more than I hoped for.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Large Clear LCD
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
- Noisy At High ISO
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
Lots of versatility. Exposure bracketing is good, you can program buttons to do what you want - like quickly snap an HDR then back again. One thing I never read anywhere befor I bought it, and was pleasantly surprised with is the built in intervalometer for timelapse shooting. So fun.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
I purchased this camera as a back-up/2nd camera. I already had a Nikon D5100, so I knew what I wanted. But I did have questions about what was included (battery, charger, etc.) and I chatted with a customer service rep to be sure I was getting everything I needed. Loved the price! Love the camera! I will definately be doing business with B&H again, I have been for a while now :)
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- External Mic input
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
- Short Battery Life
- Slow auto-focus
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
I also own A D90. Yes, the D90 has a solid construction and it feels better in your hand but the additional features and special effects make the D5100 a winner. I love the selective color effect which can be used in stills as well as video. Not great for action because the auto focus is a bit slow. Other than that it would serve as a great back-up camera for a wedding or studio photographer as well as a first DSLR for a beginner.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
looking forward to learning all the features this camera has.
- Ease of Operation:
- 5
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Image Quality
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
- Auto focus calibration
- Small grip
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
This is my first SLR, and after a short learning curve and a few adjustments, I am getting great shots with this camera.
It takes great pictures, and has considerably better low light performance than my friend's t3i. I was thinking about getting the d3100, but the better sensor and flippy screen drove me to spend a little more money.
The only down sides I had were that the grip is a little small. I have long-ish fingers and they get sore from holding the thing for long periods.
There is a (somewhat well known) problem with auto-focus calibration that you might want to plan on dealing with in this camera and the d3100, but if you can get it recalibrated then the pictures are sharp.
- Ease of Operation:
- 9
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- Fast Shutter Speed
- Good Image Quality
- Good Image Stabilization
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
- Quiet
- Tilt /Swivel LCD
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife photos
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
i did a lot of research before buying this camera. it received great reviews and i agree with them. great camera for a good price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus
- High ISO Performance
- Large Clear LCD
Cons
- Short Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Video
Comments about Nikon D5100 Digital SLR Camera (Body Only):
We are a family of 5. Heavy into sports and enjoy capturing lots of moments. We enjoy all the features the camera offers. The videos come out very clear- I was quite surprised.
- Ease of Operation:
- 8
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
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