Just doing a quick compare of Nikon D3100 vs D5100. FYI, Nikon D5100 is not officially released yet but some press release has been leaked from DigitalHomeThoughts.com , a Canadian camera website review. Images also has been leaked so we can surely bet that the camera is real !
The comparisons is based on the press release so there is not much detail yet
| Nikon D3100 | Nikon D5100 |
| 14.2 MP | 16.2 MP |
| 3″ LCD 230K | 3″ LCD 921K |
| HD 1080/24p | HD 1080/30p |
| none | new HDR function |
| ISO 100-3200 | ISO 100-6400 |
| ISO boost up to 12800 | ISO boost up to 25600 |
| none | “Night Vision mode” ISO 102400 |
| none | Stereo microphone input |
| Body + Kit 18-55mm : $599 | Body + Kit 18-105mm : $999 |
Nikon D5100 clearly has some major improvements over previous D5000 and better than D3100. But , watchout for the price! The $999 price tag for Body+Kit lens 18-105mm VR lens may a bit expensive for some people.
D3100 or D5100 ? ah, tough question. My recommendation if you have budget , go for Nikon D5100. If you’re new to DSLR and has limited budget , the Nikon D3100 is still fun to learn with. Image quality is probably almost similar except that Nikon D5100 has the Nikon D7000 sensor so it will perform better at low-light situation.
If you love shooting videos , go for D5100 ! Nikon clearly engineered the camera for video functions. The swivel LCD display and external microphone support will come in handy. If you have limited budget , the Nikon D3100 still favourable for video. Although it doesnt have a microphone input jack , the camera can records HD movie at 1080 / 24fps. Both Nikon D3100 and D5100 can autofocus when recording videos.
Thinking about buying D3100 ? check Nikon D3100 lowest price at BHPhoto , Adoramaand Amazon. Please support this site by buying from these links.BIG Thanks!
or you can start pre-order Nikon D5100 from Amazon. They’re available now : body only and body + kit
Ok, here’s a family trying to raise money for adoption of a special needs boy from Eastern Europe, noah. Donate some $$ to help them and for some bonus , you could win a Nikon D3100 + stuff ! The give away will end March 31st at 8pm PST and the winner will be announced April 2nd.
Donate and read the rules at SilvaMoose website.
One day workshop by John Greengo for anyone looking to improve their knowledge on Nikon D3100 and photography.
Join John Greengo for an in-depth step-by-step tour of the Nikon D3100. With a hands-on introduction to your camera’s operations, detailed instructions on how all the menus work, and easy tips on how to shoot great photos with this specific camera model.
Registration : $29.00 , more information : Here
also check his upcoming D3100 course here ( hosted by Pro Photo Supply )
I would like to wish all our readers a very Merry Christmas and restful holiday period :)
photo by Kiks Balayon
Yeaa, another contest ! Now it’s from Dummies.com , a book publisher which famous for their “almost-anything” for dummies series. If you’re a US or UK or Canada legal citizen and your age is 18 or older , simply input your email and some basic info ( name, address, etc ) to enter the sweepstakes. You can enter one entry per day before December 31, 2010.
The grand prizes worth $829 USD ! a brand new Nikon D3100 + kit and four dummies books to help you learn your new camera. Read the rest of this entry »
If you’re in Malasyia and a D3100 owner , why don’t you join the workshop. Nikon Malasyia will held the workshop in six cities from December to January 2011. The workshop is FREE but you need to register and you MUST have a valid Nikon (Malasyia) warranty card. Registration will be close at the end of this month and limited for 50 participants/session. So , be quick before someone take your seat :)
For more information ( schedules , terms and registration form ) check Nikon Malasyia beginner workshop pages here
There’s also an online ‘workshop’ from Nikon Inc : Nikon D3100 Digitutor . Well , not exactly like real workshop but can inform you some basic usage of your camera. If you’re want to take your D3100 to next level or get to know photography in general , you can wait/pre-order for D3100 books . Meanwhile , you also can read an excelent book about exposure in photography : Understanding Exposure, 3rd Edition: How to Shoot Great Photographs with Any Camera
Try your luck ! win a Nikon D3100 and a 40-inch HDTV from T3.com. Shoot video or photos with your D3100 then watch it on HDTV : Aquos LC-40LE821E Quattron LCD TV , nice combo :)
Unfortunately , only Great Britain citizens can enter the competition. Simply register to T3 website and answer the super-duper easy question “What size is the Nikon D3100′s LCD screen?”
see the rules here
Enter the competition at T3 website : link
