Jul 01
Nikon D5000 12.3MP DX Digital SLR Camera
A remarkable blend of simplicity and highly-advanced DSLR capabilities, the compact and powerful D5000 offers breathtaking 12.3-megapixel image quality, along with a flexible, Vari-angle, Live View monitor for fresh picture-taking perspectives. Nikon’s EXPEED image processing further enhances performance, contributing to split-second shutter response and continuous shooting at up to 4 frames-per-second to capture fast action and precise moments perfectly.
Nikon D5000 Digital SLR key features.
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12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor
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D-Movie Mode with sound
Record 720p HD movie clips enhanced by NIKKOR interchangeable lens quality and versatility. -
Vari-angle color LCD monitor
Position the 2.7-inch monitor freely for fresh shooting perspectives. Screen flips inward for safe keeping. -
19 Auto-exposure Scene Modes
Capture stunning photos in challenging picture-taking situations including Sunsets, Candlelight, Silhouette, Portrait, Landscape, Beach/Snow, and more. -
One-button Live View
Easy Live View access offers 4 autofocus modes, including Face-priority AF. -
Continuous shooting as fast as 4 frames per second
Combined with fast power-up and split-second shutter response, decisive moments are captured easily without annoying shooting lag. -
Low noise ISO sensitivity from 200 to 3200
Engineered for exceptional low-light shooting. -
Built-in image sensor cleaning
Effective 4-frequency, ultrasonic sensor cleaning keeps images spot free. -
11-point Autofocus System with 3D Focus Tracking
Fast and accurate autofocus delivers razor sharpness. -
Auto Active D-Lighting
Restores lost shadow and highlight detail in high contrast exposures—Selectable and Auto modes available. -
In-camera Retouch image editing
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Picture Control Settings for personal image control
Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape and 9 customizable settings. -
Nikon 3D Color Matrix Metering II
Nikon’s renowned 420-pixel RGB 3D Color Matrix Metering II, teamed with the exclusive Scene Recognition System, evaluates each scene for unmatched exposure accuracy. -
Durable, high precision shutter
Testing to over 100,000 cycles assures precision and long shutter life. -
GPS Geo-tagging
GP-1 GPS unit (optional) automatically identifies and records every image’s latitude, longitude and altitude, with satellite time-of-day.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Best entry level camera
I was going to buy the Nikon D60, but got this one instead for about the same price It’s really a great beginner’s camera, with everything the D60 has, most of what the D90 has…
1.0 out of 5 stars
It’s pointless
Nikon D5000 12.3 MP DX Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens and 2.7-inch Vari-angle LCD
Do not purchase if you want to use it.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nikon 5000
Nikon D5000 12.3 MP DX Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens and 2.7-inch Vari-angle LCDExcellent product with competitive pricing. Great transaction.
5.0 out of 5 stars
I’m Loving the D5000!
I have been in the digital camera world since purchasing my first digital camera in 1991. The camera had a picture resolution of 640 x 480, and stored the images on a 3.
5.0 out of 5 stars
I love this camera!!
To set the tone, I am pretty much a novice when it comes to Photography. My last two digital cameras were point and shoot.
3.0 out of 5 stars
Skip this Nikon Model, LiveView Doesn’t Work
The ineffective “LiveView” mode on the D5000 may prompt Nikon to recall this model, trust me, it is that bad.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect DSLR!
I am beyond happy with my new D5000. I am what you’d call a “pre-professional” and this camera has produced amazing shots for me.
5.0 out of 5 stars
First DSLR and I Couldn’t Be Happier!
I decided to upgrade to a DSLR a few months ago because I wanted to learn to take the fabulous pictures that I had come to associate with DSLRs.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Camera
Overall, this is a great camera. The gentleman writing the 1 star review apparently bought this camera with incompatible expectations.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great upgrade from the D40, but Auto White Balance doesn’t work reliably
I bought a D5000 locally ten days ago and exchanged it for another one three days ago.
The first thing I did was get out in the early morning light and take some…