Thursday, September 26, 2013

Nikon D3100 DSLR Highlights and Specifications




Manufacturer Statement

  • Nikon's affordable, compact and lightweight D3100 digital SLR features a high-resolution 14-megapixel CMOS DX sensor, high-quality 3x NIKKOR 18-55mm VR image stabilization zoom lens and intuitive on-board assistance including the learn-as-you grow Guide Mode. 
  • Capture beautiful pictures and amazing Full HD 1080p movies with sound and full-time autofocus. 
  • Easily capture the action other cameras miss with a fast start up time, split-second shutter release, 3 frames per second shooting and 11-point autofocus. 
Capture 3 frames per second for fast action shooting. 


14.2-megapixel DX-format CMOS Image Sensor
Delivers beautiful photographs and prints well beyond 20 x 30 inches. 

Includes 3x 18-55mm Zoom-NIKKOR VR Image Stabilization Lens
Included lens offers the legendary NIKKOR optical quality and fast, accurate autofocus for vivid color, striking contrast and crisp detail and VR image stabilization to ensure the sharpest hand-held pictures and movies. 

Full 1080p HD Cinematic Video
Features full-time autofocus and sound; record cinematic-quality movies in Full 1080p HD format (1920 x 1080 pixels). 

Easy-To-Use
The D3100 features Nikon's Guide Mode with intuitive controls and on-board assistance helping you take better pictures every step of the way. 

Compact and Lightweight Design
Beautifully styled--ready to go wherever life takes you. 

Split-second Shutter Response
Eliminates the frustration of shutter delay, capturing moments that other cameras miss. 

Fast 11-point Autofocus System
Delivers razor-sharp pictures. 

ISO sensitivity 100-3200, expandable to ISO 12800 equivalent
Delivers exceptional results, even in the most challenging low-light situations. 
Nikon D3100 Digital SLR Highlights

3-inch monitor
Features One-Touch Live View shooting and movie capture. 

Scene Auto Selector
Lets the D3100 decide the best mode to match the shooting situation when using Live View. 

EXPEED 2
Nikon's new image processing engine assures breathtakingly rich image quality, managing color, contrast, exposure, noise and speed. 

Scene Recognition System with Live View
Automatically optimizes exposure, autofocus, and white balance, allowing you to obtain beautiful photos without the hassle of making complicated camera adjustments yourself. 

6 Automatic Exposure Scene Modes
Just set the Mode dial to Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close-up or Night Portrait for stunning results in otherwise challenging conditions. 

Active D-Lighting
Restores picture-enhancing detail in shadows and highlights.
Sample Photos

Photographer: Haruhiko Kawaguchi
Photographer: Haruhiko Kawaguchi
Photographer: Anthony Ching
Photographer: Anthony Ching


Technical Specifications                                                              

BrandNikon
Body TypeCompact DSLR
Sensor SizeAPS-C
Sensor Effective Pixel14.2 Mega Pixels
ISO100 - 3200
Expand ISO128000
LCD Screen3" TFT LCD Monitor 230,000 dots
Auto Focus11 Focus Points
View FinderPentamirror, 95% Coverage, 0.8x Magnification
Video TypeMOV Linear PCM
Video ResolutionHD 1,920 x 1,080 / 24 fps, HD 1,280 x 720 / 30 fps, HD 1,280 x 720 / 24 fps, VGA 640 x 424 / 30 fps
ProcessorsExpeed 2
Continuous Drive3.0 fps
StorageSD Card, SDHC Card or SDXC Card
Flash Sync Speed1/200 Sec
Shutter Speed1/4000 - 30 Sec
Weight505 grams / 17.81 ounces
Weather SealedNo

Other Technical Details                                                               

ViewfinderEye-level pentamirror single-lens reflex viewfinder
Frame coverageApprox. 95% horizontal and 95% vertical
MagnificationApprox. 0.8 x (50 mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, -1.0 m-1)
Eyepoint18 mm (-1.0 m-1)
Diopter adjustment-1.7 to +0.5 m-1
Focusing screenType B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VII screen
Reflex mirrorQuick return
Lens apertureInstant return, electronically controlled
Compatible lenses
  • AF-S and AF-I: All functions supported.
  • Type G or D AF NIKKOR without built-in autofocus motor: All functions except autofocus supported. IX NIKKOR lenses not supported.
  • Other AF NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II. Lenses for F3AF not supported.
  • Type D PC NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and some shooting modes.
  • AI-P NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II.
  • Non-CPU: Autofocus not supported. Can be used in exposure mode M, but exposure meter does not function.
  • Note: Electronic rangefinder can be used if lens has a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster.

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