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Nikon D5100
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Nikon D5100

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Overall 8
8.0

Nikon D5100 DSLR Review

About.com
4 weeks ago
  • Excerpt: The Nikon D5100 is the manufacturer's latest edition to its consumer DSLR lineup. Replacing the D5000, the camera sits neatly inbetween the entry-level D3100 and the...
  • Pros: Excellent image quality, Articulated LCD screen, Sophisticated AF system for the price
  • Cons: Odd placement of some controls, Movie mode is inconsistent, and prone to "bugs", Sluggish AF in Live View and Movie Mode
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Overall 8
8.0

Expert Review

PhotoRadar
8 March 2012
  • Conclusion: Great for both enthusiasts and novices looking to take the next step forward, the Nikon D5100 offers a lot of versatility, opportunity for creativity and quality results.
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Overall 8
8.0

Nikon D5100 DSLR

stuffmideast.com
25 September 2011
  • Summary: A well-rounded package, it ticks all the boxes for a mid-priced DSLR whilst offering some amusing extras and strong picture and movie performance [via Stuff UK ]
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Overall 8
8.0

Nikon D5100

neocamera.com
5 September 2011
  • Summary: The Nikon D5100 is the upper-entry-level camera in the Nikon DSLR lineup. Slotting itself just above the D3100 Nikon D3100 , it produces superior-quality images using a...
  • Pros: Very low image noise, Excellent white-balance, Reliable metering, Good dynamic range, Accurate autofocus system, Quick shutter-lag, Great shot-to-shoot speed, Instant ...
  • Cons: Mostly slow autofocus, Uneven color response, Slight image softness, Noise-reduction even when disabled, LCD glare when settings are changed, Live-View not exposure-pr...
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Overall 9
8.5

Nikon D5100 Review

Digitaltrends
19 August 2011
  • Conclusion: If you’re in the market for a new DSLR you can hardly wrong with the Nikon D5100. It takes solid photos and videos, offering the response shutterbugs demand as they move...
  • Pros: Quality 16-megapixel images, 3-inch vari-angle LCD (921K pixels), ISO range of 100 to 25,600
  • Cons: Kit lens is just a starting point, Awkward control system, Video good not great
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Overall 8
7.6
Value for money 7
7.1
Features 6
6.4
Performance 6
5.8
Picture quality 7
7.4
Ergonomics 5
5.0
Build quality 6
5.7

Expert Review

DP Review
24 July 2011
  • Summary: The D5100 sits just above the D3100 in Nikon's product lineup and as such, it combines its younger sibling's ease of use with a slightly more advanced feature set.
  • Pros: Excellent image quality, Unintimidating interface, but with plenty of manual control, Articulated, high-res LCD screen, Sophisticated AF system for the price, Easy man...
  • Cons: Sub-optimal placement of some second-tier controls (like live view switch), Movie shooting button 'orphaned' from live view switch, Buggy Live View / Movie Mode (movie...
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Overall 8
8.0

Hands-on Report: Nikon D5100 DSLR camera review

cameragearguide.com
22 June 2011
  • Excerpt: On April 5, 2011, nearly two years after the launch of the well regarded (and quite popular) Nikon D5000, Nikon announced its much anticipated advanced entry-level
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Overall 8
8.0

Nikon D5100 [Review]

technoholik.com
22 June 2011
  • Summary: The D5100 offers a lot for the asking price: excellent high ISO results, fantastic quality video and great battery life.
  • Pros: Build quality, excellent low light performance, vari-angle LCD
  • Cons: No dedicated ISO button
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Overall 8
8.0

Nikon D5100 review

T3
26 December 2012
  • Excerpt: Although DSLRs are becoming increasingly complex and feature-rich, manufacturers are trying to make them easier to use.
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Overall 8
8.0

Nikon D5100

TrustedReviews
26 March 2012
  • Summary: Nikon’s latest advanced entry-level DSLR offers high-end specs and also benefits from a high-res articulated monitor. Could it be Nikon’s best entry-level DSLR yet?
  • Pros: Hi-resolution articulated monitor, Easy to use, Much improved live view AF
  • Cons: Special Effects a bit limited, No wireless flash control/DoF preview
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