9.3 out of 10

Nikon D3000

10.2 megapixels, first seen: 11 March 2009

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User Score (410)

9.1
Expert Score (42)

7.8
Design (13)

9.1
Value for money (35)

9.3
Features (17)

8.4
Ease of use (19)

9.7
Performance (5)

8.6
Picture quality (19)

9.1

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Pros & Cons

great shots and lenses, guide menu, quick retouch, white balance assist lamp, autofocus points

viewfinder is cramped, focus area sensitive, no rubberized grip, uv sensitive over, poor color accuracy scores

Manufacturer's Description

Helpful Guide mode makes it easy to experience the world of digital SLR photography.

New Guide mode provides in-camera assistance for making camera settings and utilizing professional techniques
Large 3.0-in., approx. 230k-dot LCD with brightness adjustment
Nikon DX-format CCD image sensor, 10.2 effective megapixels
Integrated Dust Reduction System
Nikon’s exclusive EXPEED image processing system
Six scene modes that automatically adjust exposure, image pr…

Specifications

Format

Interchangeable lens camera, SLR
Max resolution

3872 x 2592
Low resolution

2896 x 1944, 1936 x 1296
Image ratio w:h

3:2
Effective pixels

10.2 million
Sensor photo detectors

10.8 million
Sensor size

23.6 x 15.8 mm
Pixel density

2.7 MP/cm²
Sensor type

CCD
ISO rating

Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, (plus 3200 with boost)

Release Date

First seen

11 March 2009

WikiFreak Description

Nikon D3000

The Nikon D3000 is rumoured to be a slimmed down entry level DSLR camera, specifically a scaled down version of the Nikon D5000. Having analyzed its pictures thoroughly against the D5000, analysts have concluded that it will supposedly have a smaller body, no HDM connector, no microphone, and likely no articulating display. It is said to be the replacement of the Nikon D40, with parts built from Nikon’s existing parts inventory.

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Features

The Nikon D3000 is expected to have a smaller body than the Nikon D5000 and lacking a swivel LCD display. It is also shorter in stature and has reduced-size flash components, with a possibly smaller view finder. It will also possibly omit a microphone, while the smaller cover for ports suggests a missing HDMI connection. Not only that, it is also expected to incorporate the Nikon 50 mm f 1.8 on it.

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Reviews of Nikon D3000

Expert Reviews

Nikon D3000

Reviewer: Neo Camera
24 September 2009

Overall 10

The D3000 is a refinement of the D60 which now sits at the low-end of Nikon's entry-level DSLRs. It improves on the D60 with 11 autofocus points, up from 3 and a larger LCD. Unfortunately, it did lose the eye-start sensor. It is a relatively compact DSLR with the most basic feature set. The D3000 is directly aimed at new DLSR owners. Read more
Nikon D3000 (with 18mm-55mm lens)

Reviewer: CNET
24 September 2009

Overall 7

Design 8

Features 6

Performance 7

Picture quality 8

The bottom line: Its feature set is basic even by entry-level standards, but the Nikon D3000 delivers the photo quality and performance you expect when stepping up to a dSLR, with an optional interface that's very beginner friendly. Read more
Nikon D3000

Reviewer: Camera Labs
1 October 2009

Overall 8

There is something we should get out of the way before going any further though: the D3000 does not feature Live View or video recording. The latter isn’t an unusual omission on a budget DSLR, but the absence of Live View may bother those upgrading from a point-and-shoot. They’ve been used to framing with the screen at arm’s length, so switching to an optical viewfinder pressed against their eye is a big transition. To be fair though, Live View isn’t a foregone... Read more
Nikon D3000

Reviewer: DigitalCameraInfo.com
30 September 2009
The title of "Least Expensive Nikon SLR" passes from the increasingly antiquated D40 to more full-featured D3000, which in addition to gaining an impressive two decimal places over its predecessor, steps up from 6.1 to 10-megapixel resolution, adds Nikon's dust cleaning system, and ships with an image-stabilized VR lens. Great steps forward, certainly, but no leaps beyond the basics either. The D3000 doesn't offer Live View mode. Despite the fact that this is an... Read more
Reviewer: DP Review
12 November 2009
Review based on a production Nikon D3000 There is a temptation amongst those of us that shoot with and test DSLRs for a living to be more than a little dismissive about entry-level cameras like the Nikon D3000. However, first-time DSLR buyers are enormously important to camera manufacturers, and the competition amongst them for a share of the entry-level market is intense. The D60, which is replaced by the D3000, was Nikon's best-selling DLSR, and it is the success of... Read more

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User Reviews

"Great Camera"

Reviewer: CNET
6 December 2009

Overall 10

Always been a big fan of Nikon DSRL's, I really like how the D3000 feels in my hands. I am also glad they bumped up the auto focus points from 3 'D40/D60' to 11 for quick autofocusing. The extra resolution allows for cropping the picture while still retaining a fairly large photo for print/uploads. New menu system will make it easy for beginners and they can advance as they learn. Overall I'm very pleased with my camera. Nikon has made another great camera in my opinion. Read more
Reviewer: DP Review
15 February 2010

Overall 10

To pirinchov, just to come to an almost objective rating. People using other brands should do the same! Pirinchov is obviously paid by Sony or totally confused. Read more
great beginners camera

Reviewer: Amazon
17 February 2010 See Product at Amazon ($549.95)

Overall 10

this is a great camera if youre starting in the dsl world. the lens'capability is limited, you have to start thinking about saving up for other lenses depending on your style. the on camera guide is really helpfull the first two to tree sesions, but once you out grow it you dont notice its even there. great purchase. Read more or see product
A Very Happy Purchase

Reviewer: Pete in Coos Bay, WolfCamera.com
2 weeks ago

Overall 10

If you have wanted to try DSLR cameras out but were intimitated by their complexity, don't be...anymore! Exellent value for a very nice camera. Much easier to use than anticipated. The manual, the guide mode (on camera) and the information displayable for each shot taken actually teaches you how to take beautiful pictures in all kinds of conditions. Of course, the auto mode does essentially everything for you except frame and shoot if you desire, making this camera a... Read more
Reviewer: PC World
3 weeks ago

Overall 10

For the most part, this Nikon digital SLR received high marks. Those that did leave one star reviews did not provide constructive feedback about the... Read more