Nikon D5100

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Nikon D5100
We compare prices for the Nikon D5100 from the top online shops. The Nikon D5100 offers a good sensor resolution, allowing you to take an astonishing quality of picture. The Nikon D5100 has a very reasonable weight for this type of camera, with its LCD display providing a decent screen size compared to other similar digital cameras. The Nikon D5100 ... View more
  • Storage media:SD Memory Card
  • Optical zoom:3x
  • Sensor resolution:16Megapixels
  • Viewfinder type:Optical viewfinder
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9.0 out of 10

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jimmy

GB
9
Good Points
Image quality is excellent. Easy to use. Plenty of extra features.
Bad Points
Its bigger than a point and shoot camera so is more effort for holidays etc.
Confirmed purchase: 31 Oct 2011 Simply Electronics

Andreas Cyprus

GB
10
Good Points
nice effects button
Bad Points
Reviewer left no comment
Confirmed purchase: 14 Oct 2011 Simply Electronics

Allan

GB
9
Good Points
Image quality
Bad Points
Control layout
Confirmed purchase: 30 Sep 2011 Simply Electronics
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  • 8.3 out of 10
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    Expert Reviews

    • alaTest.co.uk

      10 out of 10

    Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 993 reviews of Nikon D5100 from international magazines and websites.

    Conclusion: The average review rating is 8.65/10. Comparing these reviews to 125930 other Digital SLR Cameras reviews gives this product an overall alaScore 97/100 (or 9.7 out of 10) = Excellent Quality.

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    • pcadvisor.co.uk

      8 out of 10

    Summary: The D5100 is the latest addition to Nikon's expansive DSLR line.

    Conclusion: The Nikon D5100 is a solid option for photographers looking for a highly-capable yet (fairly) user-friendly sub-£700 DSLR. Although it doesn't have all the bells, whistles, and speed of the D7000, the D5100 delivers an excellent feature set and image...

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    • consumersearch.com

      0 out of 10

    Summary: If you want the best digital SLR under $1,000, experts recommend the Nikon D5100. Although the Canon EOS Rebel T3i (*Est. $700 with kit lens) runs a close second, the Nikon beats it in several side-by-side photo tests. The Nikon D5100 bridges the gap...

    Pro : Photo/video quality equals or beats pricier Nikons, compact and lightweight, swiveling LCD screen, can shoot 20-minute videos in full HD

    Cons : Omits several advanced features, less beginner-friendly than Nikon D3100, plastic body not for heavy-duty use

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    • t3.com

      8 out of 10

    Summary: DSLRs are notoriously difficult to use, often making it impossible for lowly photographers to take the pictures they see adorned all over Flickr, fear not the Nikon D5100 is a versatile step-up DSLR for novices and enthusiasts

    Conclusion: Nikon has produced a very capable and versatile camera that is fun and easy to use, its image quality is also superb. While it would make an ideal SLR for a novice looking to take more creative images, it has enough features to make it worthy of...

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    • macworld.co.uk

      8 out of 10

    Summary: Like the Canon 600D, the D5100 also boasts a flip-out LCD, plus rugged construction and built-in effects modes to broaden appeal

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Technical Details

General

Main Features

  • Sensor resolution 16Megapixels
  • Optical sensor CMOS
  • Light sensitivity ISO 100, ISO 6400, ISO auto, ISO...
  • Special effects Sunset, Beach, Snow, Portrait, I...
  • Image Stabilizer Without Image Stabilizer
  • White Balance Daylight, Incandescent, Automati...
  • Video capture With Video capture
  • Video capture format H.264
  • Still image format RAW, JPEG
  • Max image resolution 4928x3264
  • Video resolution 1920x1080
  • Video quality 30fps

Display

  • LCD display type TFT
  • LCD screen size 3''

Memory / Storage

  • Storage media SD Memory Card, SDHC, SDXC
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Camera Flash

  • Flash type Built In Flash
  • Red eye reduction With Red-eye reduction

Lens System

  • Min. focal length 18mm
  • Max. focal length 55mm
  • Focus adjustment Automatic focus, Manual focus
  • Lens aperture F/3.5-5.6
  • Optical zoom 3x

Dimensions & Weight

  • Width 12.7cm
  • Depth 7.8cm
  • Height 9.7cm
  • Weight 510g

Additional Features

  • Self Timer 2 seconds
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Viewfinder

  • Viewfinder type Optical viewfinder

Connections

  • Connectivity USB 2.0, HDMI Minijack

Battery

  • Battery type Lithium Ion
  • Nb of pictures per charge 660images

Other

  • Category Digital Camera
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