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Nikon D3000
Breathtaking digital SLR image quality and easy operation highlight the 10.2-megapixel D3000--Nikon's friendliest DSLR ever.

$499.00 - $549.00 at 3 Store(s)
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Features
10.2-Megapixel10.2-Megapixel DX-format Imaging Sensor delivers extraordinary image quality for breathtaking prints up to 20 x 30 inches.

NIKKOR VR Image Stabilization LensLegendary NIKKOR optical quality and fast, accurate autofocus means vivid color, striking contrast and crisp detail, while VR image stabilization assures your sharpest pictures ever.

Compact Design Beautifully styled—Ready to go where life takes you.

Easy-To-UseIntuitive controls and the on-board Guide Mode assist you every step of the way.

Split-second Shutter ResponseEliminates the frustration of shutter delay, capturing moments that other cameras miss.

Continuous ShootingContinuous Shooting up to 3 Frames-Per-Second. Capture fast action, precious moments and fleeting expressions confidently.

6 Automatic Exposure Scene ModesJust set the Mode dial to Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close-up or Night Portrait for stunning results in otherwise challenging conditions.

3-inch Color LCD Monitor Bright, high-resolution, 170-degree wide-angle viewing for easy picture review and sharing.

In-camera Image Editing The Retouch Menu provides creative freedom, without the need for a computer, offering 13 easy editing functions, including Trim, Red-eye Correction and Soft Filter.

Nikon EXPEED Image Processing Assures breathtakingly rich image quality, managing color, contrast, exposure, noise and speed.

Automatic Image Sensor CleaningUltrasonic process and exclusive Airflow Control combats the accumulation of dust in front of the image sensor, safeguarding image quality shot after shot.

11-point Autofocus Fast and accurate autofocus delivers razor-sharp pictures.

6 Personal Picture Control SettingsChoose from Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, or Landscape to apply a personal look and feel to your pictures.

Active D-Lighting Restores picture-enhancing detail in shadows and highlights.

ISO sensitivity from 100 – 1600Exceptional results, even in challenging low-light situations.

Specifications
Total Pixels10.75 million

Effective Pixels10.2 million

Image Sensor FormatDX

Image Sensor TypeCCD

Sensor Size 23.6 x 15.8mm

Dust-Off Reference PhotoYes

Storage MediaSD SDHC

File FormatCompressed 12-bit NEF (RAW) JPEG (Baseline Compliant)

LCD Monitor Size3.0 in. diagonal

LCD Monitor TypeTFT-LCD

LCD Monitor Resolution230,000 Dots

LCD Monitor AdjustmentsBrightness, 7 levels

Image CommentYes

Lens MountNikon F bayonet mount

ViewfinderEye-level pentamirror single-lens reflex viewfinder

Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment-1.7 to +0.5 m-1

Viewfinder Frame CoverageApprox. 95%

Viewfinder MagnificationApprox. 0.8x (50mm f/1.4 lens at infinity; -1.0m-1)

Autofocus SystemTTL phase detection by Nikon Multi-CAM1000 autofocus module

Focus ModesSingle-servo AF (S) Continuous-servo (C) Manual Auto

Focus LockHalf press of shutter-release button (single-point AF in AF-S)

Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points11

Single-point AF ModeYes

Autofocus Sensitivity-1 to +19 EV (ISO100)

Dynamic AF ModeYes

Auto-area AF ModeYes

Focusing ScreenType B BriteView Clear Matte screen Mark V with superimposed focus brackets

Exposure Metering System420 pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering II Center-weighted Spot

Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity100 in steps of 1 EV

Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity1600in steps of 1EV

Highest Expanded ISO SensitivityHI1 (3200 equivalent)

Metering Range0 to 20 EV (3D Color Matrix or Center-weighted metering)

Exposure Compensation±5 EV in increments of 1/3

Exposure LockYes

Exposure BracketingNo

Top Continuous Shooting Speed at full resolution3 frames per second

Slowest Shutter Speed30 sec. in steps of 1/3 EV

Fastest Shutter Speed1/4000 sec. in steps of 1/3 EV

Bulb Shutter SettingYes

Shutter typeElectronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane

Self-timerElectronically controlled timer with duration of 2, 5, 10 or 20 seconds

Built-in FlashYes

Built-in Flash DistanceGuide Number Approx. 12/39, 13/43 with manual flash (m/ft, ISO 100, 20 °C/68 °F)

Card Slot1 Secure Digital (SD)

File SystemCompliant with DCF 2.0 EXIF 2.21

Exposure Meter CouplingCPU

Shutter Release ModesSingle-frame [S] mode Self-timer mode Delayed remote Continuous Frame Shooting (Approx 3 FPS) Quick Response Remote Mode

Picture AngleEquivalent in 35mm (135) format is approx. 1.5X lens focal length

Viewfinder Eyepoint18mm (-1.0m-1)

Reflex MirrorQuick-return type

Flash Sync SpeedUp to 1/200

X-Sync Speed1/200

Nikon Creative Lighting System CompatibilityYes

Battery TypeRechargeable

Battery / BatteriesEN-EL9a Lithium-ion Battery

Battery Life (shots per charge) 500 shots (CIPA)

AC AdaptorEH-5a AC Adapter (Used with Power Connector EP-5, available separately.)

Battery ChargerMH-23 Quick Charger

Supplied SoftwareSoftware Suite CD-ROM

Optional AccessoriesML-L3 Wireless Remote Control, Capture NX 2, EP-5AC Adapter Connector, EH-5a AC Adapter, EG-D100 Video Cable, CF-DC1 Semi-Soft Case, Speedlight SB-900, SB-600, SB-400, R1C1

InterfaceHi-speed USB NTSC PAL

Automatic Exposure Scene ModesYes

Accessory ShoeYes

Tripod Socket¼ inch 20

Date, Time and Daylight Savings Time SettingsYes

World Time SettingYes

Supplied AccessoriesEN-EL9a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery MH-23 Quick Charger UC-E4 USB Cable DK-20 Rubber Eyecup AN-DC3 Camera Strap BF-1A Body Cap DK-5 Eyepiece Cap BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cover Software Suite CD-ROM

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J&R Electronics 4.5
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Electronics Expo 5.0
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CompUSA.com 4.8
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