Nikon D3100 Digital SLR Camera Body (Kit Box) No Lens Included

by Nikon

• 14.2-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor
• Active D-Lighting
• 3.0-inch Color LCD monitor
• Picture Control System expands creativity
• Nikon Integrated Dust Reduction System

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3 x 4.9 x 3.8 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B005PREXF6
• Item model number: _D3100
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #775 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
  • #70 in Camera & Photo > Digital SLR Cameras
• Date first available at Amazon.com: November 3, 2010

Product Description

The Nikon D3100 Digital SLR Camera is an affordable, compact, and lightweight photographic power-house. A high-resolution 14.2 MP CMOS sensor along with a feature set that's comprehensive yet easy to navigate - the intuitive onboard learn-as-you grow guide mode allows the photographer to understand what the 3100 can do quickly and easily. 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 pictures and make movies in near darkness with an ISO range of 100 to 3200 (expandable to 12800-Hi2). Nikon's new image processing engine EXPEED 2, 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-in 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.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

32 of 37 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars D3100 is missing some features I loved about the D5000.... November 29, 2010

By LJH

Amazon Verified Purchase

I already own a Nikon D5000 and ordered the D3100 because of it's lower light capability and better HD video capability. HOWEVER, I was disappointed that some of the features I loved about the D5000 have been omitted with the D3100. The D3100 has no "scene" mode - ideal settings for beach, snow, autumn leaves, pets, etc. This mode was replaced with a "guide" mode... not needed if you refer to the manual and if you are familiar with the camera.

Also, regarding my order, Cameta Camera stated that the camera, (body only), "includes ALL original camera accessories (the Nikon USA Warranty Card, Batteries, Cords, Instruction Manuals, etc.)" but NO cords were shipped with the camera. I will contact Cameta Camera about this.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice camera! September 18, 2011

By RLJones

Amazon Verified Purchase

I got this to replace my D60. I really wanted the D5100 but couldn't afford it. It has all of the basic features I wanted but is missing the additional resolution of the D5100, 14.2 Meg vs 16.2 meg, and the adjustable screen which is OK. The most important thing to me is that it uses all of my lenses and attachments I had for the D60 and uses them as well or better than the D60. It's a very nice camera.
It takes very nice HD video. It is limited to 10 minutes but when you think about it thats a pretty long video.
I'm glad I bought it!

40 of 49 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A Powerful, Small and Light Weight Camera December 11, 2010

By Kimball Corson

Amazon Verified Purchase

I agree with the reviewer who indicates the features lacking on this camera, including the warranty card from Calumet; however, those features are not ones I care about, want or use anyway (except the warranty card), especially the folly of video in a still camera. What I wanted was exactly what I got: the new Expeed 2 image processing engine found in the top end Nikon D3S and D7000 cameras, a new 14.2 MP CMOS (not a CCD), a very small size and a very light weight, without being flimsy or junky.

My complaint on professional gear and I have some is that it is too big and too heavy and it scares small children and others in the Third World. However, I want the high end picture making capabilities and muscle of the top professional gear in a light weight and small walk around camera and lens. That is what the D3100 is all about, plus, for the body only, it is still tremendous bang for the buck, especially when then used with a super standard zoom lens like the Nikon 16-85mm (forget the 18-200mm with its problems which I have also reviewed here).