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I want a good camera, but not too expensive.by
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Kate
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NJ
12 years, 4 months ago
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Any camera will do, and the D3100 is a fantastic camera at a good price.Always remember: the most important part of any camera is the photographer!
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jec6613
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Connecticut
11 years, 10 months ago
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The D3100 is Easy-To-Use—Featuring Nikon’s Guide Mode with intuitive controls and on-board assistance helping you take better pictures every step of the way, and very good for begginers.by
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i want to attach another lens with a telescope lens and im not sure what kind i want to spend about 500.00by
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redbone119
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michigan
12 years, 4 months ago
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Nikon makes a great variety of lenses both zoom and telephoto. All their lenses will fit the camera, from their least expensive to their $7,000 lenses. You should be able to find a 55-200 or fixed length lense for your price range. You can visit the Nikon website to see all available lenses.by
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GaryDe
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Boston
11 years, 5 months ago
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The right selection for a lens will depend a lot on the type of photography that you are interesting. Some photographers look for faster lenses (large aperture ex. f/2.8), wide angle, Telephoto, Macro or zoom lenses.Please click on the link below for the lens simulator; it will help you to make the decision on what lens you need.
http://www.nikonusa.com/Nikon-Products/Camera-Lenses/index.page#c54-CID-1296509109099-tab-2
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12 years, 4 months ago
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I've been looking and can't seem to decide between the D3100 or the D5000, which one would you recommend? And are there any major differences?by
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Anonymous
12 years, 5 months ago
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Both are good. Depends what you looking for. In 5000 I like Gen 2 features: 12MP resolution, ADR, magic lateral color fringe correction. You have to read carefully about the camera's features, compare and decide which features fit you most. Do you homework. Nobody will do this for you. It is your money you are spending.by
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bdboyo
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Atlanta, GA
11 years, 5 months ago
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You can use the comparison tool in our website in order to compare the specifications of both cameras side by side to see which one will fits your needs within your price range.by
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12 years, 5 months ago
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My husband has two non-digital 35mm SLR's and multiple lenses and filters etc.. Can I buy him a digital camera that will make use of those ?by
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Anonymous
12 years, 5 months ago
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The Nikon film lenses will very likely fit on the digital camera, however, you will probably lose functions such as auto-focus. Your film camera probably didn't have auto-focus, true? Also, you may have to set the lens apperature and shutter speed manually, thus the camera has to run in manual mode.by
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GaryDe
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Boston
11 years, 5 months ago
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Nikon offers two types of autofocus digital camera bodies: those with a built-in focus drive motor and those which require a lens to have a motor. Cameras such as the D3100 do not have a focus motor in it so they require the lens to have the focusing motor – an “AF-S” lens. While these bodies can use a lens with no focus motor (an “AF” lens) you would have to manually turn the focus ring to bring the subject in to sharp focus.by
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12 years, 5 months ago
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I wanted to buy the D3000 at first , but then saw the D3100 . Does it have the guide mode like the D3000 , since I am a beginner ?by
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Anonymous
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New York
12 years, 9 months ago
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Yes, it does and it has been updated. It works great!by
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nirvash
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Buffalo, NY
12 years, 9 months ago
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There is not enough information to answer specifically.by
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12 years, 9 months ago
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I am trying to decide between the 2 and I did see the answer posted - what does this actual mean?1920 x 1080 (24p) for the D3100 vs 1,280 x 720/24 fps for the D5000.
I am a mom that just wants to take good pics/videos of my child - do you suggest the D3100 or the D5000 - I don't need anything fancy - just good solid pics that will last a lifetime.
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Anonymous
12 years, 11 months ago
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The D3100 works fine for me. Takes good pictures, Nikon lens...by
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RobLee22
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São Paulo, Brazil
12 years, 11 months ago
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In the D3100 the HD video is 1080 (higher resolution) while in the D5000 is 720.by
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12 years, 11 months ago
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I am currently trying to determine the best digital camera to purchase.I have used SLR cameras, Nikon and Minolta, for years in the past.
When we purchased our first digital camera some years ago, I bought an Olympus C-740 Ultra Zoom which my wife and I have not been pleased with. Mainly the hesitation in the shutter button when taking a picture, and I found it difficult to change shutter speed or apeture. We often have trouble because of that being able to take a picture that isn't blurred. I also like to enlarge pictures, and the 3.5 MP really makes enlargements grainy.
Overall, not happy.
My wife really needs a point and shoot camera, but I am more inclined to a camera with which I can have more control of the picture environment including changing lens, and shutter speed, etc.
Please give me some advice on which of the above would best suit our needs.
I am more inclined to one of the Coolpix for my wife's sake, but don't want to be "dissatisified" again after spending ANY money...... HELP !!!!! please.
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SteveM
13 years, 1 month ago
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The Coolpix s(_)cks! I was GREATLY disappointed in my coolpix S70 touchscreen. It is a peice of junk. Very discouraging how bad and blury the pics turn out. Even though the Coolpix is a Nikon, I just bought the Nikon D3100 a couple of days ago. NIGHT AND DAY DIFFERENCE. The D3100 is awesome. I am in love.The Sony NEX 3 and 5 are pretty cool, small, good quality, etc. But lens availability is not good and the telephoto lens is about 3 times more that the Canon or Nikon. It's a pretty cool camera though.
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harkinsm
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Charleston, SC
13 years, 1 month ago
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The L120 this model offers a Digital Vari-program modes. Selecting a program automatically optimizes settings to suit the selected scene. Also, the P500 but you have more control with the settings on the camera like Program, Aperture and Shutter priority and Manual, but it doesn't use interchangeable lenses. With the D3100 you are able to control also the settings on the camera and use interchangeable lenses.by
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13 years, 1 month ago
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sedona
13 years, 1 month ago
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No it doesn't, but it's a pretty standard cable. And the speed and ease is pretty good.by
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harkinsm
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Charleston, SC
13 years, 1 month ago
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This camera doesn't come with a USB cable.What's Included
•Nikon D3100 14.2-Megapixel Digital SLR Camera
•AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lens
•Rechargeable lithium-ion battery (EN-EL14)
•Battery charger
•Neck strap, hot shoe cover, body cap
•View NX2 CD-ROM
•Owner's manual
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13 years, 1 month ago
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The nikon coolpix p500 isn't a slr camera so i am not sure. And what is better for clearer shots for like modeling.Products related to my question
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Clayton
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Connecticut
13 years, 1 month ago
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It will be a good an idea that you compare the specifications of both cameras side by side to see which one will fits your needs.by
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13 years, 1 month ago
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I LOVE my d3100 with the lower aperature settings it allows for blurry backgrounds, or sharper backgrounds, very easy entry level camera~!Images for this Answer
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akab
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wisconsin
13 years, 1 month ago
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like the D5100 you can m,ove the screen so when your taking pictures of yourself it can show you how it looks. They also let u face where the camrea is facing.Images for this Question
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Anonymous
13 years, 1 month ago
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harkinsm
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Charleston, SC
13 years, 1 month ago
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The D3100 doesn't have that feature. The D5000 has a swivel screen.by
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13 years, 1 month ago
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