Nikon D3100 14.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 VR & 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED AF-S DX VR Nikkor Zoom Lenses

by Nikon

• 14.2-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor; 3-inch monitor with One-Touch Live View shooting and movie capture
• Includes 18-55mm and 55-200mm Zoom-NIKKOR VR Image Stabilization lenses
• Full 1080p HD Cinematic Video with full-time autofocus and sound
• Easy-To-Use Nikon Guide Mode with intuitive controls and on-board assistance
• Capture images to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards (not included)

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B003ZYF42C
• Item model number: D3100 18-55 & 55-200 Kit
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (35 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #833 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
  • #40 in Electronics > Camera & Photo > Digital Cameras > Digital SLR Camera Bundles
  • #73 in Camera & Photo > Digital SLRs
• Date first available at Amazon.com: August 17, 2010

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Nikon's affordable, compact and lightweight D3100 digital SLR features a high-resolution 14-megapixel CMOS DX sensor, high-quality 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 VR and 55-200 f/4-5.6G IF-ED AF-S DX VR Nikkor-Zoom lenses and intuitive onboard assistance including the learn-as-you grow Guide Mode.

Capture beautiful pictures and amazing Full HD 1080p movies with sound and full-time autofocus.

Easily capture the action other cameras miss with a fast start up time, split-second shutter release, 3 frames per second shooting and 11-point autofocus.

Capture 3 frames per second for fast action shooting.

Capture pictures and make movies in near darkness with an ISO range of 100 to 3200 (expandable to 12800-Hi2). EXPEED 2, Nikon's new image processing engine, assures breathtakingly rich image quality, managing color, contrast, exposure and noise.

One-touch Live View and movie recording lets you see the action on the 3-inch monitor and the Scene Recognition System automatically chooses the ideal settings.

You can also select from 6 Automatic Exposure Scene Modes: Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close-up or Night Portrait for stunning results in otherwise challenging conditions.

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

A built-in pop-up flash is ready for those times when there just isn't enough light and in-camera image editing allows creative freedom and effects, without the need for a computer.

Nikon D3100 Highlights

Easy-to-use Guide Mode walks you through the settings you need for the shot you want.

14.2-megapixel DX-format CMOS Image Sensor
Delivers beautiful photographs and prints well beyond 20 x 30 inches.

Includes 18-55mm and 55-200mm Nikkor-Zoom lenses
Included lenses offer the legendary NIKKOR optical quality and fast, accurate autofocus for vivid color, striking contrast and crisp detail and VR image stabilization to ensure the sharpest hand-held pictures and movies.

Full 1080p HD Cinematic Video
Features full-time autofocus and sound; record cinematic-quality movies in Full 1080p HD format (1920 x 1080 pixels).

Easy-To-Use
The D3100 features Nikon's Guide Mode with intuitive controls and on-board assistance helping you take better pictures every step of the way.

Compact and Lightweight Design
Beautifully styled--ready to go wherever life takes you.

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

Fast 11-point Autofocus System
Delivers razor-sharp pictures.

ISO sensitivity 100-3200, expandable to ISO 12800 equivalent
Delivers exceptional results, even in the most challenging low-light situations.

3-inch monitor
Features One-Touch Live View shooting and movie capture.

Scene Auto Selector
Lets the D3100 decide the best mode to match the shooting situation when using Live View.

EXPEED 2
Nikon's new image processing engine assures breathtakingly rich image quality, managing color, contrast, exposure, noise and speed.

Scene Recognition System in Live View
Automatically optimizes exposure, autofocus, and white balance, allowing you to obtain beautiful photos without the hassle of making complicated camera adjustments yourself.

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.

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

D-Lighting in action.

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

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.

Built-in pop-up flash
Perfect for those times when there isn't enough light.

In-camera Image Editing
Allows creative freedom, without the need for a computer, offering easy editing functions.

Compatible Lenses

• AF-S and AF-I: All functions supported
• Type G or D AF NIKKOR without built-in autofocus motor: All functions except autofocus supported. IX NIKKOR lenses not supported.
• Other AF NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II. Lenses for F3AF not supported.
• Type D PC NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and some shooting modes.
• AI-P NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II.
• Non-CPU: Autofocus not supported. Can be used in exposure mode M, but exposure meter does not function.

_{Note: Electronic rangefinder can be used if lens has a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster.}

What's in the Box
D3100 digital SLR camera body; AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens; 55-200 f/4-5.6G IF-ED AF-S DX VR lens; EN-EL14 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, MH-24 Battery Charger, DK-5 Eyepiece Cap, DK-20 Rubber Eyecap, AN-DC3 Camera Strap, BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cover, BF-1B Body Cap, ViewNX 2 CD-ROM, Nikon School DVD

Product Description

Proudly Nikon-branded, the Nikon Digital SLR and laptop backpack was designed specifically for DSLR photographers on the go. There's well-organized space for a digital SLR body, up to five interchangeable lenses, a laptop computer, and other essential accessories. A rigid, impact-resistant base protects the contents from moisture and toppling, while the weather-resistant compartment further safeguards equipment. Features also include padded backpack straps for comfort and a secure top handle for added convenience.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

40 of 43 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Photo quality November 10, 2010

By Joebar

This small camera is really good. Photo quality are excellent.
from ISO 100 to ISO 3200.
The guide mode is very good to set the camera to a particular situation.
The camera feels very solid. The autofocus 11 points is fast with the ViewFinder
You feels like a pro.
The results are superior than the D5000 or D90 at 1600ISO and 3200 ISO
The video mode is light. It is not a camcorder. But the video is good.
The sound is mono but I knew that. I didn't buy it for the video mode.
I already have a CANON HFS21 which is better than any DSLR.
The price is reasonable. you can buy the D3100 , 18-55, 55-300mm , 35mmf1.8, SB700 for
the same price than a D7000 ( which is not superior to the D3100 up to 1600 ISO. it is maybe
a bit better at 3200 and better at 6400 but not that far).
I highly recommend it.

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Camera February 21, 2011

By Computer Nut

I received this Camera for Christmas, it was purchased from, adorama camera through Amazon, and it came with a starter case and DVD as well
This is an awesome camera for an entry level DSLR, in my mind Nikon's the best
I've had it for over a whole month now and I've taken over 2000 pictures already, I love this camera, the only thing is that the 55-200 lens that came with my camera doesn't have VR.
This is a great camera for someone just getting in to DSLR photography, as well as someone who has used manual 35mm film SLRs
It's a big step up from a digital point and shoot for sure, I took close to 500 pictures Christmas night without using the flash, and only 2 or 3 pictures were slightly burry, only because the subject that was being photographed moved.
I went on a short trip shooting pictures with a friend and he said it seemed like we went on different trips because of the difference in our pictures

Update: The view finder on this camera is not sealed, allowing dust, and material from the camera bag to get inside the view finder, and it is not covered under the warranty!

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars beginning shutterbug opinion January 1, 2011

By grmaitro

Amazon Verified Purchase

A full-featured camera, with plenty of things to learn- as a starting shutterbug, i have not found anything that I feel is lacking or substandard in this product. One thing that I have found that I am not clear as to the why is the limitation of 10 minutes or 2 gigs for video, but for this camera, video is a bonus feature, NOT a primary focus. If you want to have a long-recording video camera, then it really should be a video camera, not a DSLR.