By Mike Thompson
Nikon is definitely one of the most prominent and popular brands of digital cameras in the world. Their range of digital cameras goes above and beyond standard picture quality and performance. Today, we will be discussing about the Nikon cameras that are the best of all consumer Nikon cameras.
The Nikon D3100
This camera is designed for the beginner in mind and because of this, very user-friendly. Its unique selling proposition is that there is a Guide mode that gives on-screen advice, both graphically and by written words to explain the more jargon-related terms.
The 14.2MP DX sensor in the D3100 also allows excellent quality pictures to be taken, as well as enabling the user to shoot full high definition 1080 movies. The back screen of the camera can also be used to preview of the intended shot and the optical viewfinder is also helpful in framing a shot.
The Nikon D5100
The D5100 is considered to be the mid-range of consumer DSLR cameras, despite having the same 16.2MP DX sensor as that of the higher end D7000 camera. The chief difference between these cameras however is that the D7000 has better handling and grip areas overall.
The Nikon D3100
This camera is designed for the beginner in mind and because of this, very user-friendly. Its unique selling proposition is that there is a Guide mode that gives on-screen advice, both graphically and by written words to explain the more jargon-related terms.
The 14.2MP DX sensor in the D3100 also allows excellent quality pictures to be taken, as well as enabling the user to shoot full high definition 1080 movies. The back screen of the camera can also be used to preview of the intended shot and the optical viewfinder is also helpful in framing a shot.
The Nikon D5100
The D5100 is considered to be the mid-range of consumer DSLR cameras, despite having the same 16.2MP DX sensor as that of the higher end D7000 camera. The chief difference between these cameras however is that the D7000 has better handling and grip areas overall.
This camera also has a screen with variable angling functionality that allows you to take shots from many angles. The extra built-in special effects can also enable you to take still or full HD movies, in addition to including those special effects, such as selective color, miniature and silhouette.
The Nikon D90
Even though this line of camera is slightly antiquated, this is still a reliably good camera and is on sale for a very affordable price.
It also happened to set a precedent a few years ago when it was a the first DSLR camera to have HD movie shooting capability (720p). Its 12.3MP DX sensor is also able to take high quality photos with ease. Although not as great as the more modern cameras, the D90 is not a camera that you can easily ignore.
The Nikon D5200
This digital camera is recommended for the more enthusiast photographer who wants more than just an entry-level camera as well as a camera that is convenient and provides plenty of options.
This camera can also take great photos and has great noise control, however be warned that there is some banding when photos are taken above the ISO range of 3200.
The Nikon D3200
The logical improvement to the D3100, the Nikon D3200 features the better 24.2MP CMOS sensor and has the same processor as the one found in the professional Nikon D4.
Despite the bells and whistles, the D3200 has kept the beginner friendly Guide mode with some enhancements to these modes as well. Noise is well controlled on this camera, especially between ISO ranges of 100 to 6400. One small disadvantage is that the color may not be accurately displayed on the camera screen.
The Nikon D7000
The D7000 is considered to be almost at the professional range, and consequently, has the biggest price tag of these cameras.
Its sensor is also found in the more affordable Nikon D5100 but the D7000 is sturdier and more durable to environmental insults as well as some other interesting improvements. The optical viewfinder with 100% field of view enables to you know exactly what you are shooting, the 39 point autofocus function will help you to take fast moving things, the D7000's 6fps is one of the fastest and it can also take up to 150,000 cycles before needing to be replaced.
Overall, the winner would be the Nikon D3200 as it is beginner friendly, there is value for mone
The Nikon D90
Even though this line of camera is slightly antiquated, this is still a reliably good camera and is on sale for a very affordable price.
It also happened to set a precedent a few years ago when it was a the first DSLR camera to have HD movie shooting capability (720p). Its 12.3MP DX sensor is also able to take high quality photos with ease. Although not as great as the more modern cameras, the D90 is not a camera that you can easily ignore.
The Nikon D5200
This digital camera is recommended for the more enthusiast photographer who wants more than just an entry-level camera as well as a camera that is convenient and provides plenty of options.
This camera can also take great photos and has great noise control, however be warned that there is some banding when photos are taken above the ISO range of 3200.
The Nikon D3200
The logical improvement to the D3100, the Nikon D3200 features the better 24.2MP CMOS sensor and has the same processor as the one found in the professional Nikon D4.
Despite the bells and whistles, the D3200 has kept the beginner friendly Guide mode with some enhancements to these modes as well. Noise is well controlled on this camera, especially between ISO ranges of 100 to 6400. One small disadvantage is that the color may not be accurately displayed on the camera screen.
The Nikon D7000
The D7000 is considered to be almost at the professional range, and consequently, has the biggest price tag of these cameras.
Its sensor is also found in the more affordable Nikon D5100 but the D7000 is sturdier and more durable to environmental insults as well as some other interesting improvements. The optical viewfinder with 100% field of view enables to you know exactly what you are shooting, the 39 point autofocus function will help you to take fast moving things, the D7000's 6fps is one of the fastest and it can also take up to 150,000 cycles before needing to be replaced.
Overall, the winner would be the Nikon D3200 as it is beginner friendly, there is value for mone
This camera can also take great photos and has great noise control, however be warned that there is some banding when photos are taken above the ISO range of 3200.
The Nikon D3200
The logical improvement to the D3100, the Nikon D3200 features the better 24.2MP CMOS sensor and has the same processor as the one found in the professional Nikon D4.
Despite the bells and whistles, the D3200 has kept the beginner friendly Guide mode with some enhancements to these modes as well. Noise is well controlled on this camera, especially between ISO ranges of 100 to 6400. One small disadvantage is that the color may not be accurately displayed on the camera screen.
The Nikon D7000
The D7000 is considered to be almost at the professional range, and consequently, has the biggest price tag of these cameras.
Its sensor is also found in the more affordable Nikon D5100 but the D7000 is sturdier and more durable to environmental insults as well as some other interesting improvements. The optical viewfinder with 100% field of view enables to you know exactly what you are shooting, the 39 point autofocus function will help you to take fast moving things, the D7000's 6fps is one of the fastest and it can also take up to 150,000 cycles before needing to be replaced.
Overall, the winner would be the Nikon D3200 as it is beginner friendly, there is value for money and has enough options and modes for the consumer to really stretch their photography skills. However, what you choose should depend on your budget, your purpose and of course, your time.
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The Nikon D3200
The logical improvement to the D3100, the Nikon D3200 features the better 24.2MP CMOS sensor and has the same processor as the one found in the professional Nikon D4.
Despite the bells and whistles, the D3200 has kept the beginner friendly Guide mode with some enhancements to these modes as well. Noise is well controlled on this camera, especially between ISO ranges of 100 to 6400. One small disadvantage is that the color may not be accurately displayed on the camera screen.
The Nikon D7000
The D7000 is considered to be almost at the professional range, and consequently, has the biggest price tag of these cameras.
Its sensor is also found in the more affordable Nikon D5100 but the D7000 is sturdier and more durable to environmental insults as well as some other interesting improvements. The optical viewfinder with 100% field of view enables to you know exactly what you are shooting, the 39 point autofocus function will help you to take fast moving things, the D7000's 6fps is one of the fastest and it can also take up to 150,000 cycles before needing to be replaced.
Overall, the winner would be the Nikon D3200 as it is beginner friendly, there is value for money and has enough options and modes for the consumer to really stretch their photography skills. However, what you choose should depend on your budget, your purpose and of course, your time.
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