Nikon's new entry level DSLR offers nice still image quality with good high ISO performance all rolled in to a compact and light DSLR. The 18-55mm kit lens is a solid if unspectacular performer with average AF times, but generally good image quality and a very usable close focus distance.

Good color; image quality; Light and compact DSLR; Decent kit lens

Short video record time; Noticeable rolling shutter

A year after releasing the D3000, the last SLR to use the ageing 10-Megapixel CCD, Nikon has revamped its entry-level model with the updated D3100.

Impeccable image quality up to 1600 ISO and very good up to 3200 ISO; 1080p Full HD video; Well-made and pleasant to handle; General responsiveness

Screen displays just 230,000 dots; ISO Auto: confusing handling; Autofocus only with AF-S lenses; Very warm white balance under halogen lighting

The 14.2 megapixel Nikon D3100 digital SLR is the upgrade of the chunkier Nikon D3000, Europe's best selling DSLR, according to its manufacturer, so expectations are high of its compact and lightweight successor.

The D3100 is a good all-rounder but lacks the spark to set it aside from the crowded entry-level DSLR bracket.

Small and light; Quick autofocus; Good photo quality

No stereo sound or manual controls for video

A well-rounded DSLR that offers a large set of features for beginners and more advanced enthusiasts.

A beginner thinks about the rate and performance and the ease in operation. This camera got a mode where learning is possible. The clarity of the picture is good. High ISO enables to pictures in low light.

I was looking to upgrade from my previous non SLR digital camera. I had used a film SLR for many years and even this "entry level" camera had so much more in features than my film camera.

Easy To Use; Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus; Fast Shutter Speed; Good Image Quality; Good Image Stabilization; High ISO Performance; Large Clear LCD

None

This camera is user friendly and is a great camera for someone who loves to take photographs. My husband who does part-time professional photography work has even taken my camera along for jobs and loved what he was able to get out of it. It's a steal for the money and I highly recommend it.

Easy To Use; Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus; Fast Shutter Speed; Good Image Quality; Good Image Stabilization; High ISO Performance

This camera is perfect for beginners wanting to get into the world of digital photography.

Easy to use; great pictures and perfect for beginners

Battery life can be short-lived for the more invloved sessions

After a lifetime in commercial photography I decided to treat myself to a digital toy. As a previous Nikon film camera owner I found that I can use my old AI-S lenses in Manual mode without too much bother. But the convenience of using the 18-55mm kit lens with 'auto-everything' is great.

Can use AI-S lenses; Durable; Great Features; Great Picture Quality; Lightweight

Nothing so far