Nikon D3000 10MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G & 55-200 AF-S DX VR Nikkor Zoom Lenses

by Nikon

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 16 x 8 x 13 inches ; 5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B002JSJYV2
• Item model number: D3000 18-55 & 55-200
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,434 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 2, 2001

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Breathtaking digital SLR image quality and easy operation highlight the 10.2-megapixel D3000--Nikon's friendliest DSLR ever. Compact and capable, the D3000 is compatible with a broad range of world-famous Nikkor lenses and includes the versatile 18-55mm and 55-200mm Zoom-Nikkor lenses with Silent-Wave Motor autofocusing and Nikon VR image stabilization to combat picture blur caused by camera shake for sharper handheld pictures. Special moments are captured faithfully at up to 3 frames-per-second and displayed on a bright, 3-inch LCD monitor. The D3000's split-second shutter response eliminates the annoyance of shutter lag. To further simplify picture-taking in special situations such as portraits, sports, landscapes, and more, the D3000 features icon-identified Scene Modes that deliver beautiful results automatically in otherwise complex situations. Additional Nikon technologies elevate picture quality and guard against picture-taking mistakes. Fast, accurate 11-point autofocus delivers razor sharpness. 3D Color Matrix Metering II and Nikon EXPEED image processing work with an exclusive Scene Recognition System for precise automatic exposures and rich, vivid color. Making the D3000 an even smarter choice are its exclusive Re-touch functions for creative fun and the onboard Guide Mode that's ready to lend a reassuring hand to take the pictures you've always wanted.

Nikon D3000 Highlights

10.2-megapixel DX-format Imaging Sensor
Delivers extraordinary image quality for breathtaking prints up to 20 x 30 inches.

Includes 18-55mm and 55-200mm Zoom-Nikkor VR Image Stabilization Lenses
Legendary Nikkor optical quality and fast, accurate autofocus means vivid color, striking contrast and crisp detail, while VR image stabilization assures your sharpest pictures ever.

Compact Design
Beautifully styled--Ready to go where life takes you.

Easy-To-Use--Featuring Nikon Guide Mode
Intuitive controls and the on-board Guide Mode assist you every step of the way.

Split-second Shutter Response
Eliminates the frustration of shutter delay, capturing moments that other cameras miss.

Continuous Shooting up to 3 Frames-Per-Second
Capture fast action, precious moments and fleeting expressions confidently.

6 Automatic Exposure Scene Modes
Just set the Mode dial to Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close-up or Night Portrait for stunning results in otherwise challenging conditions.

3-inch Color LCD Monitor
Bright, high-resolution, 170-degree wide-angle viewing for easy picture review and sharing.

In-camera Image Editing
The Retouch Menu provides creative freedom, without the need for a computer, offering 13 easy editing functions, including Trim, Red-eye Correction and Soft Filter.

Nikon EXPEED Image Processing
Assures breathtakingly rich image quality, managing color, contrast, exposure, noise and speed.

Automatic Image Sensor Cleaning
Ultrasonic process and exclusive Airflow Control combats the accumulation of dust in front of the image sensor, safeguarding image quality shot after shot.

11-point Autofocus
Fast and accurate autofocus delivers razor-sharp pictures.

6 Personal Picture Control Settings
Choose from Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, or Landscape to apply a personal look and feel to your pictures.

Active D-Lighting
Restores picture-enhancing detail in shadows and highlights.

ISO sensitivity from 100-1600
Exceptional results, even in challenging low-light situations.

Product Description

Breathtaking digital SLR image quality and easy operation highlight the 10.2-megapixel D3000--Nikon's friendliest DSLR ever. Compact and capable, the D3000 is compatible with a broad range of world-famous Nikkor lenses and includes the versatile 18-55mm and 55-200mm Zoom-Nikkor lenses with Silent-Wave Motor autofocusing and Nikon VR image stabilization to combat picture blur caused by camera shake for sharper handheld pictures. Special moments are captured faithfully at up to 3 frames-per-second and displayed on a bright, 3-inch LCD monitor.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Superb SLR Camera, August 21, 2010

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This review is from: Nikon D3000 10MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G & 55-200 AF-S DX VR Nikkor Zoom Lenses (Electronics)

I went back and forth between this camera and the Nikon D5000. For me, I couldn't justify the price for the video and on screen display (neither of which I ever used on my old Olympus Digital camera). This camera was very easy to use right out of the box. The manual is informative and easy to use. I only used the camera for about a week before going on an Alaskan cruise. I took close to 1200 pictures with the 4mb card and the pictures are stunning. I mostly used the 55-200 AF-S DX zoom lens and was able to photograph eagles, seal and moose at a long distance with this camera. Even though only 10MP (compared to 12 with the D5000), I was able to zoom in on the moose, seal and eagles after downloading to my Imac with great clarity. Price wise, I feel I got a great deal with this camera with the extra lens and carrying case. I think after taking a few digital photography classes, I will be quite adept at using all the features and taking stupendous photos.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very happy, April 21, 2010

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JH (Hudson Valley, NY) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Nikon D3000 10MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G & 55-200 AF-S DX VR Nikkor Zoom Lenses (Electronics)

I already half-wish I invested in the D5000 but this is a really good first purchase & the lenses will come with me on future camera purchases. I have a lot to learn as it's been years since I've used anything beyond a snapshot camera, but outside photos are stunning & full of color. Inside photos I need work, although close up have been beautiful so far. Once I pull out my high school photography notes & merge them with DSLR technology, I should be all set. Note, I have not yet watched the helpful DVDs included in the purchase but hope to do so soon. I'm very happy with all aspects of this purchase.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice camera, but I find the D40 better and faster on a few levels, October 30, 2010

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T. Fisher - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Nikon D3000 10MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G & 55-200 AF-S DX VR Nikkor Zoom Lenses (Electronics)

I have been using a Nikon D40 for a few years, but recently my workplace acquired a D3000, so I've had a chance to use it and compare this new entry-level DSLR with my more ancient, dinosaurish model. I have to admit that I actually prefer the D40.

Looking around the net on the differences between the D3000 and the D40, I found many comments that the D40 had a much faster flash sync than most other entry-level DSLRs. This is what I am finding. The D3000's flash had real trouble illuminating subjects about 10 yards away in a shaded area on a sunny afternoon, and I felt the D40 flash would have handled these situations without problems. I also felt it took longer for the built-in flash to recharge, although I didn't measure the time.

So a lot of my pictures in the shade were quite a bit darker than was pleasant to look at. I was able to correct in large part by lightening mid-tones on the computer, sometimes by as much as 60%, but that's not ideal. With my D40, corrections are usually in the direction of somewhat darkening midtones, by 10-20% -- which if you need to make corrections at all, seems like a more flexible and favorable situation.

The D3000 also seems to respond less quickly in general than the D40. For example, I was taking pictures at a recent official event that featured children, and was trying to get some good action shots of them running around, playing and smiling, etc. I found the D3000 just wasn't able to get the pictures I feel I would have been able to shoot with the D40. By the time the auto-focus fixed on a moving child, they often already past, so I only got the back of their heads. This was not my experience with the D40, with which I shot up a storm at a celebration featuring lots of kids from a local orphanage.

I'm not sure if the final issue applies to all D3000s or just to our unit, but the pictures also seemed very dark on the built-in screen. I even deleted a few otherwise good shots because they looked pretty underexposed. But when I got the images on the computer, they looked much better than I expected and turned out to be salvageable by manipulating the midtones. So the viewing panel on the back also has some issues, showing the photo to be quite a bit darker than it really is.

The more complex autofocus mechanism is better than the 3-zone AF on the D40, but I also felt this might be one of the reasons for slower response on action shots.

The D3000 may be the wave of the future, but I think I'll stick with the past for the time being, and maybe eventually upgrade to something like the D90 later.