Nikon started the D-SLR video recording revolution back in 2008 with the Nikon D90 ($899.95, 4 stars). Thanks to its large, APS-C image sensor, with 370mm2 surface area, the video captured by this digital camera and its successors was so good that pros have used Nikon D-SLRs to film commercials and...

Superb still image and video quality; Excellent low-light shooting capability; Sharp, articulating LCD; Continuous autofocus during Live View shooting; Lots of useful in-camera effects

Continuous autofocus in Live View is slow; Some lens noise when autofocusing in video mode; No 720p60 video recording

Joshua Waller reviews the new Nikon D5100 Digital SLR - fresh design by Nikon enables a smaller body.

Excellent video quality; 16.2 megapixel sensor; excellent detail; Excellent ISO performance; Night vision mode - very useful; Great swivel screen; Quite good value for money; Great image quality; Compact; stylish design; 2 year warranty

Quicker access to options could be provided; Live view frame rate drops when using some of the effects; RAW not available when using effects or HDR mode; Slower than expected focusing speed; Slow shutter response in live view

I like this camera. I'm an old film photographer, but finally gave in to the digital snapshot revolution just to take pictures. I finally decided to jump back into the DSLR world, and this is a great camera for starting back. Complex, but manageable, and such a range of options to take excellent...

I usually don't take out my Nikon D5100 for heavy duty or casual purposes. That's because it is high resolution DSLR and I am totally in love with it. You can say I am very possessive about this first ever DSLR I ever bought. Even a bit possessive perhaps.

The Nikon D5100 is an important step forward in the history of SLR cameras. Make available, in an entry-level price, features and qualities typical of more expensive models and semi-professional. Just think of the 16 mega pixel sensor and, above all, the high quality in the images it captures.

Image quality; features and specifications semiprofessional

We would have preferred a greater customization of the buttons

Why no firmware update to support AF-P lenses Seems like an easy and friendly gesture from Nikon, but I guess any work to support older products is not forthcoming. Do not buy (it's outdated anyway).

This camera has captured some of the most amazing pictures i've ever seen. the colors are much more vibrant then my sony 10mp point and shoot. For the price this camera can't be beat. Make sure you buy a fast SD card, it helps.

Easy to Use; Great Resolution

doesn't come with a fast sd card

All I can say is plan for the future. If you are going to keep using a DX and never plan on upgrading to a FX, you can not lose, period. When you do plan on upgrading every thing you have lens wise will work on any Nikon D series.

Name says it all; I have owned Nikon camera's from the late 70's to now; I purchased this camera to see if I still had the passion for photography I use to have, I do; I selected the D5100 because it was cheap and had great reviews.

The *only* con that I would report would be somewhat limited total control; But I know this going in, so it's not really a con

As near to a professional camera in features as one could want; a price that is in the "novice" range. Read the book - you'll find features that will surprise and impress you. I was an industrial photographer (professional) for almost FORTY years and purchased this because I wanted a camera that I...

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I'm a first time purchaser of an SLR camera. Purchased it to take pictures of my kids' sports activities. The camera is fantastic!

Easy To Use; Fast / Accurate Auto-Focus; Good Image Quality