| | |  | -Sanyo | Home » » » Nikon D5000 12.3MP DX Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR and 55-200mm f/4-5.6G VR Lenses and 2.7 inch Vari-angle LCD | | | | | | | Description: | | From the Manufacturer A remarkable blend of simplicity and highly-advanced DSLR capabilities, the compact and powerful D5000 offers breathtaking 12.3-megapixel image quality, along with a flexible, Vari-angle, Live View monitor for fresh picture-taking perspectives. Nikon’s EXPEED image processing further enhances performance, contributing to split-second shutter response and continuous shooting at up to 4 frames-per-second to capture fast action and precise moments perfectly.
The D5000’s 24-fps HD D-Movie mode with sound captures video clips with amazing clarity--offering new and exciting creative opportunities. Fast, accurate 11-point autofocus with 3D Tracking, teamed with famous NIKKOR optics, assures incredible image sharpness, while active image sensor cleaning combats annoying dust automatically. Featuring a convenient built-in flash, 19 automatic exposure Scene Modes to make the impossible easy and 23 Custom Setting options to fit your preferences, as well as 14 in-camera image retouching functions, the D5000 is the perfect DSLR, beginning with performance to meet your picture-taking tomorrows.
Outfit includes the 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR and 55-200mm f/4-5.6G VR lenses with image stabilization and legendary NIKKOR optical quality.
Nikon D5000 Highlights
12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor
Coupled with Nikon's EXPEED image processing and NIKKOR optics, breathtaking picture quality is assured.
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3x Zoom AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR and 55-200mm f/4-5.6G VR lenses included
Legendary NIKKOR optical quality features Nikon VR image stabilization for added sharpness.
D-Movie Mode with sound
Record 720p HD movie clips enhanced by NIKKOR interchangeable lens quality and versatility.
Vari-angle color LCD monitor
Position the 2.7-inch monitor freely for fresh shooting perspectives. Screen flips inward for safe keeping.
19 Auto-exposure Scene Modes
Capture stunning photos in challenging picture-taking situations including Sunsets, Candlelight, Silhouette, Portrait, Landscape, Beach/Snow, and more.
One-button Live View
Easy Live View access offers 4 autofocus modes, including Face Priority AF.
Continuous shooting as fast as 4 frames-per-second
Combined with fast power-up and split-second shutter response, decisive moments are captured easily without annoying shooting lag.
Low noise ISO sensitivity from 200 to 3200
Engineered for exceptional low-light shooting.
Built-in image sensor cleaning
Effective 4-frequency, ultrasonic sensor cleaning keeps images spot free.
11-point autofocus system with 3D Focus Tracking
Fast and accurate autofocus delivers razor sharpness.
Auto Active D-Lighting
Restores lost shadow and highlight detail in high contrast exposures—Selectable and Auto modes available.
In-camera Retouch image editing
Creative in-camera image editing, featuring Soft Filter, Straighten, Color Outline Effect, Perspective Control, Red-eye Correction, Image Overlay, Monochrome and more—all without a PC.
Picture Control Settings for personal image control
Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape and 9 customizable settings.
Nikon 3D Color Matrix Metering II
Nikon’s renowned 420-pixel RGB 3D Color Matrix Metering II, teamed with the exclusive Scene Recognition System, evaluates each scene for unmatched exposure accuracy.
Durable, high precision shutter
Testing to over 100,000 cycles assures precision and long shutter life.
GPS geo-tagging
GP-1 GPS unit (optional) automatically identifies and records every image’s latitude, longitude and altitude, with satellite time-of-day. | | | Features: | |
• 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor
• Outfit includes 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR and 55-200mm f/4-5.6G VR Nikkor lenses
• D-Movie Mode with sound; record 720p HD movie clips
• Vari-angle color 2.7-inch LCD monitor; one-button Live View
• Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Weight:
| 6.7 pounds | | Package Length:
| 6.0 inches | | Package Width:
| 5.0 inches | | Package Height:
| 4.0 inches | | Package Weight:
| 7.0 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 20 reviews |
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Fun Camera!Jul 15, 2010
This is my first real DSLR camera, so I don't have much to compare it to...but I love this camera so far. It is easy to use and am learning more and more things daily about it. The seller was great too with fast shipping!
Nikon D5000 Digital SLR CameraJul 01, 2010
I have two other camera's with fixed lenses and they both take great pictures. I am an amateur, I was wanting
learn more creative shots and an SLR [ allowing different lenses ] was the answer. This is a great camera with
with many features. I was not intimidated because of the fabulous manual. And oh...by the way the picture are wonderful.
You will also not get grainy pictures at an 800 to 1000 ISO. Shooting on Auto at well lite indoor functions like
weddings, etc. you will get high ISO's. I highly recommend the Nikon D5000.
Can't beat the features and most importantly the image quality of this camera without spending another $400-$500.Jun 24, 2010
This was a great buy. I did a lot of research before making the purchase. Amazon had this kit at the lowest price I could find. The images are spectacular. The camera fits my hands better than the Canon T1i. I also prefer to access the controls via the buttons on the left of the lcd (Canon T1i has most if not all buttons on the right side of the lcd only). The only downfalls for this camera are the dim viewfinder and the not very bright lcd (I can easily live with these flaws in favor of the great images). If image quality is your primary goal (Why wouldn't it be?) and you can live with the previously mentioned minor flaws, this camera is definitely for you. Versus the T1i, in my opinion you can can save $100-$200 by buying the D5000 and on top of it you'd get a better camera.
6 of 6 found the following review helpful:
Fantastic camera, which I had known of the 2 lens kit before I bought everything separatelyMay 30, 2010
Pros: Strong feature set for the money. Excellent picture quality. Good lens kit (vibration reduction works great). Great camera for beginners and non-hardcore enthusiasts (Hard core enthusiasts might want to consider the D300s). Many automatic presets allow beginners to feel comfortable, easy controls allow creativity for more experienced users. Articulated LCD.
Cons: No autofocus in video mode. No autofocus motor in camera body (on the flip side this keeps weight and cost down).
Summary: Most common controls are intuitive and a small learning curve unveils the rest. The flip screen is a big plus, particularly in conjunction with the live-view mode which allows to frame and construct the picture without using the viewfinder. Very fast processor (same as in D90) and a 20 picture plus buffer allows for bursts at maximum resolution (maximum resolution and JPEG fine quality with a class 6 memory card allows 8-10 picture burst without decreasing quality, less if taking pictures in RAW format).
The camera does not have an autofocus motor (like most in this class). While this makes the camera lighter and reduces the price, it also limits the autofocus lenses available (will only autofocus with AF-S or the more expensive AF-I lenses). Any Nikon mount lens is compatible, but if they are not AF-S or -I you'll need to focus manually. That being said, the two lenses included with this kit are fantastic. I initially bought the kit with the 18-55mm lens and ended up buying the 55-200mm within a week. The lenses focus quickly, even in dim light conditions. They are both very quiet which is a big plus in certain situations (taking pictures of animals for instance). Sigma and Tamron also offer a host of compatible lenses.
The camera allows to shoot short (5 min) hi-def video (720). This is a nice extra, but keep in mind a couple of things, it will not autofocus after video capture starts, and the mic is quite poor. Again, a nice addition, but not really a strong feature.
Among the three $1100 and less Nikon models, compared to the D3000, the D5000 has a much more robust feature set, faster processor and better resolution. It also shoots video and all this for about $125-150 more. Most certainly worth the step up. Compared to the D90, it has similar photo quality and features. The controls on the D90 allow for slightly easier selection, also the camera has an autofocus motor, allowing for a wider lens selection. Finally, when shooting video, it can autofocus even after capture has started. At about $350-400 more consider whether these features are worth the extra expense, but it seems like a big jump in price for a small jump in features (and almost imperceptible difference in quality).
0 of 1 found the following review helpful:
great cameraMay 24, 2010
Havent learned all the things I can do with this rig (and probably never will) but the images are extremely sharp (and I thought my d50 was great). The vr lenses are fantastic.
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