Excerpt: Moving up from a point and shoot camera to a camera with more versatility thanks to interchangeable lenses, and improved image quality thanks to larger sensor sizes, has
Excerpt: Quote from review: "Ho-hum-another new DSLR that shoots HD video. That was our reaction at the announcement of this new Nikon geared for first-timers to interchangeable...
Summary: With the addition of video and live view, Nikon has given its entry-level DSLR all the features its predecessor seemed to be missing.
Pros: Very good image quality, Unintimidating interface, but with plenty of manual control, Easily accessible Live View and Movie controls, Useful drive mode lever (unique o...
Cons: Slight tendency to overexpose in contrasty conditions, Buggy Live View / Movie Mode (movies aren't necessarily recorded at set aperture), Crude live view magnification...
Summary: While the D3100 is designed to be easy to use and to actually teach the user a little bit about how to use a digital SLR camera, we feel that the interface could stand to
Pros: Shoots HD video, Autofocus in movie and live view modes, Good image quality for the price, Intuitive controls and guide menu for beginners, Good low light abilites
Cons: Autofocus makes noise in movie mode, Fixed LCD screen, No exposure bracketing
Excerpt: The D3100 is a compact, feature-packed DSLR from Nikon. It has many useful upgrades from the existing D3000 and is looking to establish itself as the best entry-level...
Excerpt: The D3100 is Nikon's entry-level digital SLR, priced from just $699 with an 18 - 55 mm lens. The D3100 is a very user-friendly camera, with help screens and a unique...