Review of the Nikon D5000

There are a wide range of digital cameras available today, but finding the right one for you can be a daunting task. Price can often be the deciding factor. One of the affordable choice for would-be photographers, the Nikon D5000, which is available for purchase at below $ 1000.

Nikon D5000 is a good choice for beginners in digital SLR market. It is available as body only or with 18 to 55mm lens kit. Weighing more than 21 ounces, it has 12.3 megapixels, 11-point AF system, and an improved image processor that offers an optional GPS. Nikon D5000 also supports wireless transmission. It powers on quickly, and is particularly well suited for shooting in low light. burst capture rate is better than many of its competitors.

One disadvantage of this model is a flip-down, swivel style LCD viewfinder. Although it contains interactive displays, LCD screen is small and difficult to use from time to time, especially when taking pictures in direct sunlight. It is not as user-friendly as some of its competitors, such as Canon and Olympus. In addition, Nikon seems too easy to accidentally change the focus points when setting up shots. It also offers video recording, but it only records in 720p.

Overall, the Nikon D5000 offers excellent picture quality, solid performance, a large color photographs. Nikon D5000 is a great entry-level digital SLR camera for those who want to take their photography to the next level, but who do not want to break the bank to do it.