The 14.2-megapixel Nikon D3100 is a great entry-level digital SLR, and at $699.95 (list, with 18-55mm lens) it's the least-expensive D-SLR to capture 1080p video. It also includes a feature no other D-SLR has-continuous autofocus during video recording, which makes the D3100 feel like a camcorder...

Inexpensive; Great image quality; Large 3-inch LCD; Continuous autofocus during still and video shooting; Helpful Guide mode for new users; Small body (for a D-SLR)

Audible noise from lens when refocusing during video recording; No microphone input

The D3100 is a refinement of the D3000 which now sits at the low-end of Nikon's entry-level DSLRs. The notable changes are a 14 megapixels sensor and 1080p video capability with autofocus. It is a relatively compact DSLR with the most basic feature set.

Very low image noise; Excellent white-balance; Conservative metering; Accurate autofocus system; Short shutter-lag; Good shot-to-shoot speed; Excellent time-to-first-shot; Generally good ergonomics; Full HD video with autofocus; Good build quality; Easily usable with gloves on

Slow autofocus; Uneven color response; Slight image softness; LCD glare when settings are changed; Live-View not exposure-priority; Microphone records camera noise; Impossible to setup video framing; Limited interface control; No exposure bracketing; Odd Auto ISO behavior; Exposure steps always 1/3...

I was able to quickly get the camera up and running to capture some great moments with our daughter.

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

Get super pictures right out of the box with this one. I'm an experienced photographer that was tired of hauling heavy gear around. The 15-55mm is also very good and light. But get the 35mm f 1.8. It will become your favourite lens. Trust me!

Small and light! You will take this camera with you; All the features you are going to need

Not really; You get More than you pay for with this camera

"The Nikon D3100 is awesome entry level DSLR camera.. Any new learner like me should prefer it over other cameras.."

A very solid performer, but lacks a killer feature to make it stand out from the pack

Get super pictures right out of the box with this one. I'm an experienced photographer that was tired of hauling heavy gear around. The 15-55mm is also very good and light. But get the 35mm f 1.8. It will become your favourite lens. Trust me!

Small and light! You will take this camera with you; All the features you are going to need

Not really; You get More than you pay for with this camera

This is loaded with new cmos image sensor and image processing engine to provide crystal clear pictures and comes with a guiding manual too to make things easier for novice and newbies. It contains 14.2 megapixels and 3 inch lcd display with a powerful cmos sensor.

Have only had this camera a week so still learning what all it's capable of doing. The automatic features are pretty easy to understand and operate. Camera has trouble autofocusing sometimes when taking pictures using LCD screen and pictures come out fuzzy.

Easy To Use; Good Image Quality; Quiet

Poor autofocus with LCD; Short Battery Life

Falling into line just above Nikon's other entry-level D3000 DSLR, the Nikon D3100 has some fresh features that make it a very attractive DSLR option for photographers who are starting out.