Nikon D5000 12.3MP DX Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR and 55-200mm f/4-5.6G VR Lenses and 2.7 inch Vari-angle LCD

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12.3-megapixel effective recording * APS-C-size CMOS image sensor (23.6 x 15.8 mm) * AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR (vibration reduction) lens (35mm equivalent focal length: 27-82.5mm) * 3X optical zoom (approximate) * AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G VR (vibration reduction) lens (35mm equivalent focal length: 82-300mm) * 3.6X optical zoom (approximate) * high-def movie mode with sound * 2-11/16" tilt-and-swivel LCD with Live View for composing shots on-screen in real-time * optical SLR viewfinder (with diopter adjustment) * Integrated Dust Reduction System to keep image sensor clean for spotless photos * Nikon EXPEED image processor for fast, accurate shooting and longer battery life * 11-point autofocus system for rapid, precise autofocusing * 3D Color Matrix Metering II for accurate automatic exposure control, plus center-weighted and spot metering modes * Active D-Lighting mode for better shadow and highlight detail in high-contrast shooting conditions * intelligent pop-up flash and flash exposure compensation * in-camera image editing functions, including: D-Lighting, red-eye correction, cropping, image overlay, monochrome settings, filter effects, NEF (RAW) processing, fisheye effect, and perspective control * AVI movie files (Motion JPEG) up to 1280 x 720 resolution at 24 frames per second with mono sound, manual focus only *
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- 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor
- Outfit includes 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR and 55-200mm f/4-5.6G VR Nikkor lenses
- D-Movie Mode with sound; record 720p HD movie clips
- Vari-angle color 2.7-inch LCD monitor; one-button Live View
- Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
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 "SLR camera that fits my budget" 2010-02-05
By Cyrus M. Mendoza (Seattle, WA)
If you're looking for a SLR camera that has all the great features and results PLUS that fits your budget, I strongly recommend to get the Nikon D5000. You will not regret it! Awesome pictures, easy to use settings, and great battery life.

 "Nikon D5000" 2010-01-30
By Tom (Indiana)
This is the first DSL that I have owned. I bought the camera mainly as result of reading Dp reviews and some comments from this website. I have owned Nikon and Pentex film cameras since 1973. I have shot about 500 photos; some in JPEG and some in raw. So far I am very pleased; but be warned the camera has lots of settings and lots of options. I have read two second party books to better understand what this camera can do. The owners manual is way too brief in some spots when explaining why you might want a certain setting. I like the fold down LCD onthe back, the excellent live view and ability to shoot both raw and JPEG at the same time. Buy at least an eight gig SD card and and one witht eh fast write speed to can afford. Stay away from the the off brand cards. I have used both lenses and am pleased. In most light the camera focus correctly and quickly. The VR lenses are slow (f5.6) which means in low light the iso will be higher. But so far I have not seen the effects of noise at the higher speeds.

I am looking forward to spring and vacation; or at least a sunny day for some snow and ice photos. The 300 mm lens i have that I used on the film camera works. I had a canon power shot s3 that would focus during movies and I miss that feature. So I will keep the S3.

Tom

 "Amazing Camera" 2010-01-10
By DC Machead (Washington, DC USA)
My prior DSLR was a 3 year old Canon Digital Rebel XT--it took OK pictures, but nothing to call home about. A recent visit by a family member yielded some phenomenal pictures of my son. Before my nephew left, I borrowed his Nikon to take some pictures and they came out well, too. Then I got to thinking...everyone I know that takes good pictures uses a Nikon and my decision was made.



What struck me about this kit is the completeness and the quality of it. I purchased the 2-lens kit from Costco--it came with a Nikon case, a DSLR book and two DVDs on DSLR photography. I think it's a wise decision on Nikon's part to market its equipment with DVDs on how to use it because people will be left with the impression that Nikon equipment is better based on the results they get from it...a little education goes a long way.



The camera has a solid feel despite having a plastic case. The adjustable LCD screen usually stays flat on the back of my camera, but I have used it when photographing in crowds. It's also nice for environmental pictures because you can see what's going on in the viewfinder without having to draw attention to yourself setting up a shot. The menu system is very good and allows you to get to the controls very quickly compared to the menu system on my older Canon Digital Rebel XT. What is really nice is the picture viewing system on the camera--you can quickly make your way through your pictures and delete the ones you don't want without having to press all sorts of buttons.



Neophytes will also appreciate the help system on the camera. With every camera I've previously owned, I had to carry the manual around in the bag in order to remember how to alter all the settings and what the sometimes cryptic icons mean. On the Nikon, you can just press the help button on any setting and it'll give you a quick explanation of what a particular setting does. It also gives you example pictures for the various ISO settings, which makes life a lot easier when trying to set your camera up for a shot.



The autofocus is fast for a prosumer camera, the lenses are sharp, and the focus settings are very easy to manipulate. If you're looking for a nice DSLR to get your feet wet with, this is a wonderful camera. The only downside is the autofocus motor is built into the Nikon lenses...you're married to AF-S lenses, so if you expect to take your photography to higher levels after this one, you risk the investment in your lenses. For me, this camera is perfect and has opened up a new world for me in terms of where I can take good pictures.

 "Great Camera. Lots of Options." 2010-01-10
By Christina Harper (Jasper, IN)
This is a great camera for anyone wanting something more than what you can get with a point and shot like a Cool Pix. I did about as much with my Cool Pix as I think anyone can, and got great reviews of my work. But I was ready for something more. This has been a great and yet affordable choice for me. I couldn't afford something truly professional. But with the large number of mega pixels, it is enough for me to get experienced with digital SLR and learn a lot and still produce work that I can sell.

 "Great D-SLR kit." 2009-09-18
By Marios Tziarris (Lawrenceville, NJ USA)
I've been researching this camera for 6 months and I was kinda disappointed when I heard about the recall. I was not going to choose another camera because it seemed that Nikon would take care of the "bad" batch. I planned to get the camera in time for a trip I was taking early September. I delayed ordering it as much as I could and then one day I went ahead and ordered the camera with the 2 lens kit from Shutterbug. I spoke with Shutterbug over the phone and they reassured me that the camera I would receive was not part of the recall. Got the camera August 14 and I love it! I am not an SLR expert (this is my first) but I think I made the right choice. Many reputable companies issue recalls on their products. Nikon handled the issue the right way and I think it's not a reason to give bad reviews to a product based on a recall. This is a wonderful camera.

I decided to make the move to the D-SLR after using a prosumer/superzoom (Panasonic) for 5 years. I am still very happy with the superzoom but the poor ISO performance of the non-slrs was the deciding factor to get the D5000.

This camera has excellent performance at ISO 1600 and the kit lenses are pretty good considering you even get image stabilisation for the price. LiveView works pretty good if you can handle the ~ 2 sec focus delay. I recommend this camera for the amateur photographers crossing over to SLR.

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A remarkable blend of simplicity and highly advanced D-SLR capabilities, the compact and powerful D5000 offers breathtaking 12.3-megapixel image quality, along with a flexible, Vari-angle, Live View monitor for fresh picture-taking perspectives. Nikon's EXPEED image processing further enhances performance, contributing to split-second shutter response and continuous shooting at up to 4 frames-per-second to capture fast action and precise moments perfectly.
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Technical Details

- 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor
- Body only; lenses sold separately
- D-Movie Mode with sound; record 720p HD movie clips
- Vari-angle color 2.7-inch LCD monitor; one-button Live View
- Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
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 "Nikon D5000 D-SLR body" 2010-01-23
By Steven G. Oliver (Tacoma, WA USA)
I bought it in Dec 2009 at Best Buy as a "kit" with 2 lens & camera bag (which was good quality; however, I found this bag could not hold enough when I added a separate flash: SB-600).

The 12.3 MP gives good quality. The built in flash always pops up in Auto mode; however, there is a way to turn it off (the Mode dial should be set to the "lightning bolt" icon with a slash through it).

I have only used the AF-S 18-55 mm lens and have taken over a thousand photos at this setting: family, Christmas decorating and Christmas Eve family gift exchange, New Years party, & grandchildren. All the photos have been good: clear detail and enlargable. I shoot at the full 12.3 MP setting (large). This allows for cropping with no grainy appearance.

This was a much camera as I could afford, costing about $700 in the "Kit". I wanted the Nikon D700, but could not afford it ($3,000 body only); however, the lenses and flash would work with the D700 when I am able to afford it. Avoid the D300 (poor photo quality according to reviews).

The D5000 uses SD cards & I use an 8 GB one. Some grandkid motion is too fast for the auto-focus to follow; but with my previous Minolta DiImage A2 (long obsolete) could not catch that motion either.

When my Minolta died, I tried some other D-SLRs: Kodak Z980, Canon PowerShot SX20 and SX120. None compare to the D5000 (but they are less expensive).

 "Very nice" 2010-01-14
By Clay Olmstead
I've had my D5000 for about a month. I'm upgrading from film SLRs and compact digitals. This is a whole new world. It looks like Nikon has done a good job of including features from their higher-end cameras (like the sensor, that being the whole point). It's taken me a little time to get used to all the features and settings and to get them where I want them. I'm about ready to take it out on the road and see what it's like to shoot pictures in the real world. I can't wait.

 "Excellent - Compact SLR" 2010-01-13
By James J. Pupo
Excellent compact SLR that has all the essential components of the D90 and performs much like the D90. Image quality is outstanding. A great FIRST SLR. A great TRAVEL SLR. A great BACK UP SLR. Excellent compliment to the D700.

 "Awesome!!" 2010-01-12
By Contributing Author
I did a lot of research before I decided to go with D5000 - including going to BestBuy and other camera stores and handling the camera to make sure it feels right. In the end I got the best deal through Amazon (even though a D5000 kit at Costco had an unbelievable deal). I choose not to buy a kit because I wanted specific lenses with the camera. I wanted one lens that I can travel with without the need to change lenses and another that I can use primarily in doors in low light conditions. I got the Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM IF Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras and Nikon 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DX Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras lenses. I also got a Nikon SB-600 Speedlight Flash for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras and an Eye-Fi 4GB Pro SDHC Wireless Flash Memory Card EYE-FI-4PC to wirelessly upload pictures to my laptop (D5000 has built in support for Eye-Fi SDHC cards). Last week Eye-Fi came out with Eye-Fi 8GB Pro X2 SDHC Class 6 Wireless Flash Memory Card EYE-FI-8PC that has more features and almost the same price (bummer!). I also got UV filters for both lens to protect the expensive lens glass.



The cameras I compared before buying were, Nikon D90, D60, Canon Rebel iTL, xTi, etc.



I have used it for two weeks now with great results. Camera is very easy to use, I still have not looked through the manual and have been able to find advance setting easily. The auto-focus with both the lenses is very fast (faster if using the view-port than using LiveView). I still have not been able to find a camera case that I feel good with - that is compact enough to easily carry around and I can get my essential accessories in.



One big factor for me for selecting this camera was the swivel lens. Being a big guy, I run into scenarios where I do not have clear line of sight to the subject I am capturing and have always wanted the ability to move the camera higher or away from my body to take great shots and the swivel LCD does a great job at it. My tipod mount has not had any problem with restricting the swivel movement, but I have seen it at a store, where the tripod mount was huge and restricted the LCD movement.



Again - overall highly recommended camera.

 "Took my time looking for my first real DSLR" 2010-01-01
By W. Ivey (Austin, TX USA)
I'd been thinking about moving up to a DSLR for over a year, and actively researching brands and models for about four months. I started out looking at the Canon offerings including the Rebel XSi, T1i and D50 then extended my search to the Nikon D5000 and D90 and also the Sony 4/3rds Alpha offerings. After reading a lot of reviews and comparing full-sized sample photos from each camera I concluded a number of things:



1. I probably couldn't afford the lenses that would do justice to more than about 12 megapixels

2. Nikon and Sony sample photos were the best. The Canon photos showed more aberration, possibly from the kit lens but it was hard to say

3. The entry-level Sony models were just a bit too small for my hands and the range of lenses (I could afford) was somewhat limited



That left the two Nikons. I liked the "hand feel" of the D90, and the much higher resolution of its LCD was really nice as was the top information LCD screen. Its only real drawbacks were weight and whether the high-res LCD was worth the extra money (which I could otherwise apply toward a lens). Then, too, the D5000 had a few features the D90 lacked - features I actually thought I could use. (Interval timer, in-camera image corrections, etc.) Since I didn't have any old Nikon lenses the internal focus motor in the D90 was not useful. And, while obviously lower-res, the D5000's LCD is quite adequate.



So, I went with the D5000. Since I didn't want the usual kit lens I bought the body only and bought a Nikkor 35mm f1.8G prime lens initially. (My previous film camera was used mostly with a 50mm f1.4 Zeiss lens so the Nikkor was a reasonable replacement.) I then bought a refurbished Nikkor AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm F/3.5-5.6G ED VR zoom lens (the kit lens for the D90, and a much better "walking around" lens than the D5000's kit lens in my opinion). I ended up spending a bit more, but I got the lenses I wanted (the 35mm is really sharp and is great for low-light work).



So far, it has produced terrific photos. My previous digital cameras were various point-and-shoot compact models (some of them work very well, but the small sensors have their limits) and a Fuji S9000 (also a small sensor, but is rather DSLR-like otherwise and I did some good work with it). The first few photos I took (with the 35mm lens) really knocked my socks off - the sharpness was astonishing (and without tweaking the default settings). The out-of-the box settings aren't bad at all, and there is a selection of "scene" settings (some on the mode dial, some available through menus) to fine tune things. (You can modify or design your own scene settings as well.)



To really get the full benefit of this camera be prepared to put in some time with at least the manual. I found the menus easy to navigate after a little exploring, but there are a lot of options you can adjust especially if you want the camera to do some of the kinds of processing you might otherwise do with after-the-fact software.



Cons: Not many. I wish it had the LCD of the D90 (or Canon's T1i). I also wish Nikon included more software - you pay extra for the computer control software on the Nikon while Canon provides it for free (not a dealbreaker for me, I don't expect to really need it for the foreseeable future, but ...)



Summary: It's a lot of bang for the buck, lots of features to play with, and it makes great pictures. Can't really ask for a lot more than that.








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This 5.8x zoom, designed exclusively for use with Nikon's DX-format, features Nikon's VR image stabilization and is perfect for portraits and action. The wide-ratio 5.8x zoom
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- Includes - LC-67 67mm snap-on front lens cap; LF-1 rear lens cap; HB-32 Bayonet lens hood, CL-1018 Flexible lens pouch
- Vibration Reduction is engineered specifically for each VR NIKKOR lens and enables handheld shooting at up to 3 shutter speeds slower than normal.
- Aspherical lens element virtually eliminates coma and other types of lens aberration, further improving image integrity.
- Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) enhances light transmission and offers superior color consistency and reduced flare.
- Close focusing to 1.48 feet - Creative close-up photography is possible throughout the entire zoom range.
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 "Definitly better than its reputation on expert sites!!" 2010-01-14
By Cheap-n-Easy (Triad, NC)
I got this lens with my D90 kit. I am also a fan of Ken Rockwell and his reviews and deep expert knowledge about cameras, film and digital. Especially his expertise with Nikon over the past 30 or so years helped me a lot to be smarter and take better picutres. ken is not the biggest fan of this lens and that would lead many to caution. I have done my own comparison and truly believe he is too cautious.

What I have:

D90 and D40 (For fast flash photography)

AF-S 35mm f/1.8 prime (you MSUT get this one)

AF-S 18-105 VR (This review)

AF-S 18-55 D40 non-VR kit lens

AF-S 70-300 VR (Tripod wildlife shots and similar)



What is good about the 18-105 VR;

- Very versatile. Great zoom range for most of your photography needs

- Better AF "hit rate" than the 18-200

- Sharp, well exposed pictures with great colors all the time

- Relatively portable for the range it provides

- Probably the best bang for the buck AF-S DX VR lens by far



What could be better:

- Plastic lens mount is my biggest complaint and the only reason I gave it 4 stars. Nikon has to cut somewhere, but the lens mount?? C'mon ... this is a real goof by Nikon.

- No aperture window. Not a must but would realy be helpful

- For me a bit on the heavy side, but still light for these "all around" wide range zooms that are getting so popular now. I personally prefer to shoot as much with teh 35mm prime and the AF-S 18-55 non-VR as I can!

- Front lens cap is inferior and fiddly to put on as others have noted here



Bottom line for those thinking about dropping three+ times as much on the (in my opinion) overhyped and very heavy AF-S 18-200 VR ... THINK HARD ABOUT IT and try the 18-105 too. I would never pay the crazy premium for the AF-S 18-200 VR. No way ever. With a little shopping you could get the AF-S 18-105 VR, the AF-S 70-300 VR and the must-have 35mm f/1.8 for the same or just a little more money than the single 18-200 VR lens and have a full system to which the only thing I would ever ad is a super wide angle such as the AF-S 10.5mm fisheye.



Unfortunately the 18-105 is really underrated even though users here have also experienced and commented on how good this lens actually is. It is an excellent lens, a real bargain with the only real drawback being the plastic mount. Give it a try before you disregard it. it hink you'll agree with owners here!

 "Super People Shooting Lens" 2010-01-04
By Tiffany Ann (Black Diamond Bay)
If I know I'm going to be shooting people, you know, a wedding, bar mitzvah, baptism, birthday party, especially one with children and clowns, then this is the lens I use. If I take both bodies, I'll have a wide angle on the other one, so I can get good group shots inside. The 16-85mm range of the camera translates to 24-127mm in real world photography and that'll give you good wide angle shots and allow you some pretty good closeups from across the room or yard, plus the 80 to 120mm range is perfect for portraits.



This lens isn't all that expensive and you're buying better than excellent optics, Nikon quality (the build on this lens is as good as you'll find on any lens made today) and VR that works (it's almost like going a couple stops lower).



You might wonder why I'd opt for this lens for people shooting events over the very nice Nikon 18-200mm or the Tamron 18-270mm, well this lens weighs less, focuses faster, takes sharper photos and I've never ever wished I'd had a longer lens at an event, well once, when I shot a wedding in Huntington Beach. It was a beach side condo and there was some good surf action going on, great waves, but that had nothing to do with the wedding.



If you want a longer range than the kit lens, this could be a good walkabout lens and there have been days when I've used it for that, though I prefer the more compact Nikon 18-55mm for everyday use and one of the above mentioned wide to long telephotos for vacations. Still if you shoot a lot of people or are planning to, you'll find this lens will serve you well.

 "A great upgrade and overall excellent lens" 2009-12-26
By Weston Powers (Pennsylvania)
I want to say that when I first got this lens for Christmas I was utterly disappointed, not because it wasn't a good lens, but I had my heart set on a prime lens. Well, I pushed my sadness aside and mounted it on my D60. The first thing I noticed about it was the size, it was significantly larger in every way possible over the 18-55mm kit lens that came with the D60. The only thing that didn't change was the f-stop. It was sort of heavy mounted on the D60's tiny body but that is something that is easily overcome. The picture quality and the overall use of the lens is where it started to win me over.

I was shooting inside all day with f/3.5, ISO 800 and shutter speed of 1/6 of a second. The pictures came out crisp and clear with the aid of the vibration reduction, whereas my 18-55mm would be a hit-or-miss. I found it great that I could go from shooting wide angle shots to mid-range telephoto shots without having to switch between lenses. I began to see a difference between the quality of my old 18-55mm and the 18-105mm. The 18-105 is the older brother of the 18-55mm kit lens, and it is more useful/ The focusing ring on the lens can override the auto focus. If you are someone in my situation with a three point AF D60, then this comes in handy considering that the focus isn't always where you want it to be. The feel of the lens was different. It felt like it was made of plastic and rubber on the outside, which isn't bad and doesn't inhibit the ability of the lens to do its job, it just feels sort of cheap if you are obsessed with having the best built thing possible. The feeling of cheapness, isn't something to be concerned about, so long as you realize that the lens is meant for picture taking and not groping. The sheer portability of the lens doesn't seem to be an issue, it is just bulkier then the 18-55mm, especially on the puny D60.

The lens is the kind you want to have if you enjoy having versatility in your range but don't want to put more money towards the 18-200mm lens. I look forward to using this lens a lot more and seeing what it can do. Like everything else, it's flaws are just something that the user will have to learn to overcome. But if you are looking at buying D40, D60 or D5000 I strongly suggest buying the bodies only and buying this lens.

 "Bought this for a short vacation" 2009-12-11
By pilot27k (Kentucky)
I originally got a 18-55mm lens with my Nikon camera and decided to buy the 55-200 as my second lens but found that changing out the lenses was a hassle. When I decided to take a short vacation that was about 2000 miles away, I didn't want to deal with carrying the different lenses around so I bought the 18-105mm. It was one of the best things I ever did. I almost feel like it is the only lens needed for general photography. I chose this particular one because the customer reviews were so good. All my photos with this lens are wonderful. They look professional and that is the point when you buy a good lens from Nikon.

 "Great all-purpose at the right price" 2009-12-09
By Bradley Olson (Charlotte, MI)
Seems like everyone recommends the 18-200 mm VR lens, but at a cost of over $600-700!



Instead, this lens for about half the cost will cover most of the useful range of the 18-200. The VR works great on this lens, especially at 105 where the lens performs admirably.



A very good upgrade to a kit lens with more versatility, a more solid feel and VR to make your telephoto shots much better.


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- 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor
- Outfit includes the 3x AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens with image stabilization
- D-Movie Mode with sound; record 720p HD movie clips
- Vari-angle color 2.7-inch LCD monitor; one-button Live View
- Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
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 "AWESOME DSLR!!!!!! GET YOUR MONEYS WORTH!" 2009-12-06
By Sophea Polson (long beach, ca)
I was looking at the Canon T1i and this. I ended up buying the D5000 because I heard image quality was better. This camera is much cheaper than the T1i by like 70-80$. That's great if your on a budget! The video is pretty good for 720p but the mic is bad, cause it does mono audio, which sounds horrible. I don't know why they didn't add on a external mic jack. Video to me was just the extra, also theirs no continuous focus during video recording mode. I really like the vari-angle screen, its very useful and fun to play with when taking self portraits. Also the 4 frames per second is great when taking action shots. Overall I really like the D5000, it's a great camera for 1st time DSLR owner and I think you will definately love it!

 "Better than I had expected!" 2009-12-02
By Dustin Face (Michigan, USA)
There are many features to what this camera can do, and I was a little hesitant when I started to read all of the reviews on Amazon about this camera. I stepped away from Amazon.com and started going through what real professionals thought about this camera. I started at [...]. This website goes through each of the cameras settings, gives you an in-depth detail of the camera, what the Pros & Cons are, how to use it, what type of pictures it can take, compares it to other cameras and so much more. This website really helped me decide because reading some of these reviews on Amazon.com scared me quite a bit.



After I got the camera I was playing with it for hours trying to figure out if I could recreate some of the issues these people had. I found an issue that I read earlier in one of these postings about the Autofocus feature turned off. There is actually a setting that I personally changed that affected the camera's autofocus even when the AF was switched to on, on my lens. After reading the book I had it fixed in just a couple of seconds!



I then compared the camera to a Cannon RebelXLT that I had purchased a couple of years ago. I know the technology has changed, but when I was on the hunt for a new digital camera I wanted to look at all angles of brands. One of the first things I liked compared to the Cannon was the view finder. I'm not too sure why but my eyes always had a hard time trying to Manual Focus with the Cannon. With the Nikon the viewfinder is tinted slightly and that is just enough tint for my eyes to recognize what is focused and what isn't. Not only did the Nikon beat the Cannon in the focusing arena but more so in photography studio shooting as well. I work for a company that manufactures aftermarket parts for the Hot Rod & Street Rod Industry. I have been using the old Cannon for all of my shots until I received my Nikon. I took one shot of our products with both cameras and the Nikon by far and hands down took a better more clearer picture.



I am very pleased with my purchase and I can't wait to try all of the other lenses that are made for this camera. If your having issues with your camera my best advice is to read the book and possibly purchase another book about the camera so you can learn the in's and out's of what this Nikon D5000 is capable of.

 "$800 down the drain. Nikon does a switcheroo to customers" 2009-12-01
By Nikon Lover (Boston, MA USA)
If you buy your Nikon online you may not be able to have it serviced. They may tell you it is 'grey market' and not honor the warranty. I always thought grey market meant that you bought it off the back of someone's truck or in some other sort of illegal way. NOT SO! If you buy your Nikon online, you have no way of knowing where the seller purchased the camera. If they purchased it outside the US (for example, from a Japanese wholesaler with lower prices than in the US which is the case) their profit is greater/camera cost is lower to them. However NIKON will NOT service that camera for you! They call them "Grey market". Nikon obviously makes less money on these cameras and won't service them. My husband paid $799 for my camera and it is money lost.

It gets worse...I sent my "grey market" camera in for repair and not only did they call it grey market, they switched it with another customer's "Sigma" branded cheap product and sent it to me. Can you believe that?? They must not have an investory control system and someone else has my Nikon camera. 6 months into this, I have sent them the serial number, pictures of the box, original receipt, etc. and they keep saying my camera was a different brand (Sigma, which I had never even heard of). I got someone else's ugly, cheap camera sent to me by Nikon and they won't take responsibility for it.



I suggest you take a look at comments about Cannon and how they stand behind their products. Lots of people onlne/blogs, etc. are complaining that Nikon does not.



Be careful when making such a significant investment. This is criminal behavior on Nikon's part. And we thought Wall Street was a problem???



I never got my camera back from Nikon and they won't respond to my repeated requests to have it returned to me! $800 down the drain! If you go online you will see tons of complaints about the Nikon service. Nikon seems to make good products, but does not stand behind them whatsoever.

 "Better than I hoped!" 2009-12-01
By flamdrag8
I did a ton of research before buying this camera, and I am really happy I did. It does everything really well. It takes beautiful still photos and great video. Video is manual focus only. Some people consider that to be a disadvantage, but feel that is a big advantage if you want interesting video. Once you get the hang of the focus, it can be really exciting to control focus, and depth of field. I highly recommend a video light for this camera if you are interested in using video, in anything but direct sunlight. The in-camera retouching features are quite fun, and build quality of the camera is good. The articulating live view is quite handy for odd angle compositions. Great Camera!!

 "A great family DSLR for beginners and amatuers who like more control." 2009-11-30
By Andrew W. Johnson (Saint Paul, MN)
We purchased this from another site. Sorry amazon, but Costco has a great deal right now. 2 lenses, camera bag plus SD card for 825.

Anyway, my wife loves this camera. I have taken photography classes and my wife just wanted something with a faster frame rate, our toddler does not pose for us. This camera is amazing, so much it can do if you want it too and so much it can just do for you. My wife does not have the time to learn about all the things one can really do with this camera, but that's fine, since the auto and scene settings seem to do a pretty stellar job anyway. But for me, having the manual modes and ability to tinker, just like on my old analog SLR, is fantastic. Seriously. For those who always wanted a dark room in their own house, but can't afford the chemicals and supplies, getting a mid entry-level DSLR like the Nikon d5000 is the next best thing. An instant digital darkroom is at your disposal once you transfer the pictures over to your computer. But with a DSLR,you can really fine tune your image before you even take a picture, not just in Photoshop. I love being able to adjust the depth of field, white balance, film speed etc. It really makes even digital photography, something that is becoming less and less blasphemous to the photo purists thanks to great cameras like the D5000, a much more creative venture.

Yes, the rear LCD display is a smidge smaller than other models and hard to see in sunlight, but same is true of the larger screens with better resolution in the sunlight. I like the ability to turn it around and protect the screen. When your done with your day of shooting, just use the LCD indoors to delete the blurries etc, before you transfer to your computer. You really would have to do the same with any other DSLR when shooting outdoors anyway. The price is great and you essentially get the technology from the higher-end D90 in a slightly smaller and more economical package. Save your money for another lens, like a wide angle, which is on my wishlist now for sure. In conclusion: A high quality DSLR camera for a budget-minded family with users of different abilities and interests. Nice work Nikon!


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 "Great portrait lens" 2009-11-22
By H. Li (Arlington, MA USA)
This is a excellent lens for portrait. It works great in low light. I love it!

 "Great lens at a great price" 2009-11-18
By L. Villalobos (Los Angeles, CA)
I'm a beginner at photography and I bought this lens for my Nikon D60 camera. This is my first prime lens and I purchased it mainly for taking pictures in low light situations. This lens is working great with my camera and the pictures come out excellent. This lens exceeds what you would expect for the price.

 "35mm is my new favorite lens" 2009-11-16
By Patrick G. Parker (Antioch, TN United States)
I was looking for a low light lens, this one fits the bill perfectly. The depth of field is exceptional, and has really added a nice look to my indoor shots. I am using it on a D5000 so it acts closer to a 50mm lens which is perfect for indoor shots in my opinion. The only thing with the lens, I wish it had a shorter focal distance, but that is very minor. Awesome lens, the best AF-S prime lens you can get for the money I think.

 "My first prime lense." 2009-11-13
By A. Rybalnik (Framingham, MA USA)
This is a great lense, especially for DSLR beginners. I use this lense with my D80 and I am not planning on removing unless I need to do some zoom shots. The focus is not as fast or quiet as other lenses, but that does not bother me one bit. I was able to take a shot of the Halloween decorations in my neigborhood without flash or tripod and still get a crisp, beautiful shot!

 "A great lens for the price!" 2009-11-11
By Michele Brodbeck (Chicago, IL)
Great low light lens. I haven't own anything this bright before so I'm getting used to the depth of field at f1.8 but really love the results. I recommend this lens to anyone with a couple bucks laying around and a Nikon DSLR. It is a must have!


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 "Don't discount the lens mount error" 2009-11-08
By D90 Owner
The D90 was my first step into DSLR and I chose Nikon because of 20+ years of good past experience with a rock-solid (and very basic!) N2000 and later the digital Coolpix 950. I bought my D90 in June 2009 and for several thousand images it fell in the category "you shouldn't ever feel this close to an inanimate object". I like the way it feels in my hand and its weight isn't a problem for me, although I've seen a few negative comments about that. I'm happy with the bright display. The batteries have lasted well. The controls are where they should be for a Nikon. It was solid: you can easily freeze the hummingbird in the air and the water droplets falling from a dolphin at its apex. It had the kind of responsiveness that you'll recall if you've worked with plain old SLRs (and minus the "lag" of the older non-SLR Coolpix!).



It'd be safe to say I love almost everything about the camera...*except* that I've recently run into the F-- lens mount error. I'd read Amazon reviews before buying the camera, but blew off what people had written



You can read more about the problem (and 18-135 lens kit) here:



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and in the results of a Google search of "d90 lens error" or similar.



I've removed the lens, cleaned the contacts, etc. but quite often now I'll be squeezing a shot and nothing...sometimes jiggling the lens or remounting fixes the problem. Even slight pressure on the side of the zoom can correct the problem.



All I can really say about the problem is that if you don't have it, you'll probably love the D90. If you *do* have it, it's really a deal breaker. In any situation with a moving/changing subject, you almost never have a second chance once you've nudged the lens a bit and tried to clear it. And having that confidence in your equipment that it will work reliably when you need it is unspeakably important.



Without the lens mount/electrical contact error, I'd give the camera the highest rating. As is, I now have to figure out what the Nikon terms are on servicing the camera, determine where to send it, etc. All I really want now is to have this camera back working correctly because I think it's a beautiful piece of technology when working.

 "Great camera for the enthuisiast." 2009-11-05
By personaV
I got this camera for my wife because she has an unexplored interest in photography, and she absolutely loves it. She went from not knowing the difference between iso and aperture to being able to fine tune the camera to get the image she wanted. The shots are far from perfect but they definitely have a beautiful professional look to them.



I work in video and film production and so i have a great appreciation for the tremendous level of control the camera gives you. Huge iso/shutter ranges, it would be nice to have a quicker lens though. We have figured out a majority of the controls thanks to the easily accessible manual and quick manual and good old fashioned playing around.



The best part we've found is that even without painstakingly setting manual settings the camera takes beautiful pictures on it's automatic settings. Our real gems up to this point have come from manual settings, but that just means we have lots of room to improve.



An SDHC card is a good addition for quick read/write functionality.



This is a fantastic camera to help the photography enthuisiast or professional to create stunning photos well above it's price.

 "Getting F-- ERROR on my D90 camera..." 2009-11-04
By sacramento78 (sacramento USA)
Over all the Camera is good. it takes great pics and the quality is good. But my camera is just 2 months old and it already started acting up. The most annoying was, I see the error F-- very often right in the middle of taking pictures.. i went through all online blogs and tried everything and the problem still persists.. I think lot of people are having this issue, Is Nikon aware of it and doing anything about it?.

 "Great shooter" 2009-11-02
By Nick A. Spang (Seattle, WA USA)
This is a great camera. I've been shooting with point-and-shoots for years, opting for the Canon Digital Elph line of cameras. The limitations of the point-and-shoots in action sequences, low light, or difficult lighting became too frustrating, so I finally made the plunge and bought a D-90. The camera is beautifully capable of handing all the situations I find myself in, for example hiking, at parties, cycling, and for portraits. The ability to shoot at 4.5 fps, take photos in low light, and adjust any function on the fly to try different approaches have made my experience of photography much more gratifying.

 "Great Camera" 2009-10-27
By Kevin Broglio
This is a great camera for the money. It is solidly built and has loads of features.


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