The Nikon D3100 is a solid entry-level DSLR that is aimed squarely at those looking for an easy-to-use camera that offers affordable performance and interchangeable lenses. It’s a lightweight camera that handles well, offers a great deal of control, a...
Abstract: The Nikon D3100 ups the D3000’s megapixel ante from 10.2 megapixels to 14.2, adds Live View, video capture, and support for all functions of AI-P Nikkor lenses except autofocus and 3D Color Matrix Metering II. For a comparison of the major features o...
Very good image quality, Excellent ergonomics and build, Easy to use,
Lacks exposure bracketing, Poor Live View implementation, Low resolution LCD
In several regards the Nikon D3100 is a very compelling choice for both inexperienced photographers looking to move up to their first DSLR camera, and for slightly more skilled photographers simply looking for an affordable entry into the Nikon DSLR st...
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Published: 2011-03-01, Author: Elias , review by: techworld.com
While the D3100 is designed to be easy to use and to actually teach the user a little bit about how to use a digital SLR camera, we feel that the interface could stand to be a little better. In particular, the scene modes on the mode dial are only ind...
The Nikon D3100 is an excellent option for new DSLR owners. At the same time, it gives users access to the second largest lens lineup of the industry. The headline video feature of the D3100 may not be as hot as we expected but it does not take anythi...
Shoots HD video, Autofocus in movie and live view modes, Good image quality for the price, Intuitive controls and guide menu for beginners, Good low light abilites,
Autofocus makes noise in movie mode, Fixed LCD screen, No exposure bracketing,
The D3100 is an entry-level DSLR on the higher end of that category's price range. However, it has a great set of features for beginning photographers, and decent image quality. ...
Abstract: This review got off to a bad start: the DX format camera arrived just before a long holiday break… without a battery and fitted with a less than ideal (for review purposes) f4.5/55-300mm lens (equivalent to 82.5-450mm on an SLR). So it just sat on the...
Compact, comfortable body, Good ergonomics, plenty of well-positioned external controls, Dedicated Live View switch and Movie Record button, Drive mode switch reduces menu accesses, Excellent image quality from the new 14-megapixel CMOS sensor coupled ...
No bracketing capability, Auto and Incandescent white balance very warm in tungsten lighting, No in-body image stabilization (but bundled kit lens has vibration reduction), Won't autofocus with older "screw-drive" AF lenses, No improvement in...
While the Nikon D3100 carries a list price slightly higher than that of the company's most affordable SLR, it offers a number of very worthwhile improvements that make it easy to justify the extra cost. Key among these for most photographers will be it...
