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Lets begin!nNikon , one of the best camera makers -- we all know right.nAgain the company has done it with D3100. If you are a regular digital camera user and buying this as you first DSLR you will fall in love with it at first look (really).nThe basics;nYou can get the specs from any where you want so i am not wasting in writing it.nStill, i will have a say about the image sensor size which is the heart of any camera and trust me this has a golden heart. If you wish to know the conversion of sensor size and 35mm comparison it is provided in the manual. Taking further the sensor is CMOS , a better variant than the D3000 which has a CCD sensor. Dont go in detail just know that CMOS is better in comparison.nThe build of the camera--9/10nHolding position -- very good . you feel confident when you hold it. Like it will nor slip out out.nDial and back panel buttons -- good position and quick access function.nLens - Fair enough for starters and VR -- AF does the job really well. Lack of zoom (if somebody want it).nnTaking photos:nAs easy as a DSLR can get is the auto mode and guide mode.nAlthough the guide mode a little boring but still good and must have for starters. Without much hassle you can get great photos.nThe manual mode is very expansive. you can make almost any change to the settings you want. Stick to the basics and go on step by step , like first setting the aperture only , and then exposure etc and you are in the way of being a pro soon.nNow about the accessories: nBattery-- charges very fast and lasts long.nMemory-- go for any size you like it depending on how much you shoot.nRest of the accessories are standard as the data cables, HDMi cables etc are sufficient. The ferrite cores provided are very useful put it on any data cable you are planning to use.nnOkay guys i hope you will find it somewhat useful. If you want more please comment.nLast verdict : Buy it if it fits your budget and wish to use a DSLR
I am impressed .This is my first DSLR and I am loving it.nFirst thing I should tell here so many ppl has mentioned very constructive comments in the review. Before buying this DSLR I was pretty confused on which one to buy say in my list nNikon D3100nCanon 1100DnCanon 550DnNikon D5100nnBut I dont have lots of money per se. After doing so much research I opted for Nikon D3100 coz the gripping was so good in my hand than any others.nnI have tried Canon 550D too ... it is a good camera to be very frank. But if u think carefully I would suggest to buy the Nikon D3100 body with a prime lense either 50mm 1.8G or 35 mm 1.8G , Nikkor offcourse.nnI ma using this camera for more than 3 months, no problem found whatsover and I ma very satisfied.nnBut it might seem that the image is bit natural in ur DSLR, I have trick for u , if u check Canon 550D it will provide u much saturated color more vibrant than Nikon D3100. So make ur camera setting color as vivid and increase the saturation manually from the menu.nnU wont regret this buy . Trust me.
Brand | Nikon |
Type | Digital SLR |
Title | Nikon D3100 (AF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-f/5.6 VR Kit Lens) Digital SLR Camera |
Type | CMOS Sensor |
Image Sensor Format | DX |
Size(W x H) | 23.1 x 15.4 mm, APS-C inch |
Processor Model | Expeed 2 Processor |
Effective Resolution | 14.2 MP Resolution |
Lens Type | Zoom |
Mount | Nikkor F |
Focal Length | 18-55 mm |
Optical Zoom | 3 x |
Lens cover | No |
Aperture Range | f/3.5-f/5.6 Aperture |
Resolution Available |
1920x1080 Pixels (1080p HD), 1280x720 Pixels (720p HD) |
File Format | MOV |
fps |
1080p Frame rate : 24 720p Frame rate : 24, 25, 30 |
Slow Motion Effect | No |
Built in Flash | Yes |
Flash Features | Flash exposure compensation |
Hot Shoe/Flash mount | Yes |
Direct Print | PictBridge |
Wifi | No |
HDMI | Yes |
Bluetooth | No |
NFC | No |
Pictbridge | Yes |
USB | Yes, Type 2.0, 480 MB |
Viewfinder | Yes, Penta mirror |
Display Type | LCD |
Display Size | 3 Inch |
Display Resolution (No.of dots) | 230000 dots |
Moveable Display | No |
Touchscreen | No |
No. of supported language | 17 |
Brightness Adjustment | No |
Memory Card Type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Storage File system | DCF, DPOF, EXIF |
Shutter Speed | 1/4000-30 sec |
ISO | Auto, 100-3200 ISO |
3D | Yes |
Auto Focus | Yes, Phase detection |
AF Points | 11 Points |
Touch Focus | No |
Manual Focus | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
In-camera Editing | Pictures, Raw Data Edit, Red-eye correction when previewing, Videos, Movie Mode Edit, Before and After Color, Outline, D-Lighting, Edit Movie, Filter Effects, Fisheye, Image Overlay, Miniature Effect ,Monochrome, NEF (RAW) Processing, Perspective Control, Quick Retouch, Red-Eye Correction, Small Pic, Straighten, Trim |
HDR Shooting Mode | No |
Drive Mode | Yes, Single Shot,Continuous Shot,Self-timer |
Burst Mode | Yes, MaxBurst : 3fps |
Microphone | Yes |
Self Timer | 10 seconds, 2 seconds |
White Balance Type | Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Manual |
Scene Modes | Children, Close-up(Macro), Landscape, Night portrait, Portrait, Sports |
Iris control | No |
Image File Formats | JPEG, RAW |
Image Minimum Resolution | 3.5 MP |
Video File Formats | MOV |
Exposure modes | Aperture priority, Automatic Mode, Full manual, Program Mode, Scene Mode, Shutter Speed priority |
Exposure Lock | Yes |
Dimensions (WxHxD) | 124.46 x 96.52 x 73.66 mm |
Weight | 455 Gram |
Rugged | No |
Available Color Options | Black |
Warranty Period | 2 Years |
Parts Only | 2 Years |
Battery model | EN-EL14a |
Battery | Rechargeable(proprietary) |
Battery Type | Li-ion |
No of Shots | 550 Shots |
Accessories Inbox | Nikkor AF-S 18-55mm VR Lens Kit, Rechargeable Li-ion battery EN-EL14, Quick charger MH-24,Rubber Eyecup DK-20, Camera Strap AN-DC3,Body Cap BF-1B, Eyepiece Cap DK-5,Accessory Shoe Cover BS-1,2 Ferrite core,View NX 2 CD,Nikon Warranty Card |
Higher Resolution:
18 MP vs 14.2 MP
Higher fps:
30 fps vs 24 fps
Lower weight:
435 gms vs 455 gms
Higher Resolution:
24.2 MP vs 14.2 MP
Higher fps:
30 fps vs 24 fps
Bigger Sensor:
357.28 mm2 vs 355.74 mm2
More No Of Shots:
600 vs 550
Higher Resolution:
24.2 MP vs 14.2 MP
Bigger Display:
3.2 inch vs 3 inch
Higher Resolution:
18 MP vs 14.2 MP
Higher fps:
30 fps vs 24 fps
Has Image Stablization
More No Of Shots:
700 vs 550
Higher Resolution:
24.2 MP vs 14.2 MP
Higher fps:
60 fps vs 24 fps
Common Features