HOT ! Nikon DSLR 3100
August 28 | Posted by Andri Kurniawan | Digital SLR, New Gadgets
Nikon introduced their new D3100 entry-level digital SLR. As you might have guessed, the D3100 replaces the popular D3000, offering a higher resolution sensor, faster processing, live view support, a full HD video recording (with continuous AF), and more. So yeah, it’s a pretty big upgrade. Here are its specs:Nikon D3100
- 14.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor
- Supports all Nikkor F-mount lenses with a 1.5X focal length conversion ratio; do note that autofocus is only supported on AF-S lenses
- Expeed 2 image processor
- Compact body (by D-SLR standards) with dust reduction and 100k cycle shutter life
- 3-inch LCD display with live view (and face detection)
- Auto Scene Selector + full manual controls
- ISO range of 100 – 3200, expandable to 12,800
- 11-point AF system
- Quick Shutter Release mode reduces mirror noise
- Guide Mode gives you step-by-side assistance taking photos
- Tons of special effects in “retouch” menu
- Records video at 1920 x 1080 (24 or 30 fps) with sound and full-time autofocus
- Videos can be trimmed right on the camera
- H.264 codec is used
- SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card slot
- Uses EN-EL14 li-ion battery; 550 shots per charge
- HDMI output
- Ships in mid-September with the F3.5-5.6, 18 – 55 mm VR lens for $699
