Nikon Announced New DX-format D3000
Nikon recently announced the newest addition to its family of popular DX-format DSLRs, the D3000. Combining in-camera assistance and supreme ease-of-use , the D3000 is the ideal model for those looking to upgrade from their point-and-shoot camera to a DSLR.
The D3000 features a new Guide mode – a hassle-free way for less-experienced photographers to master the capabilities of DSLR cameras. Through its intuitive user-friendly interface, Guide mode assists users in choosing shooting modes for a variety of situations and, if they choose, in exploring advanced photographic techniques. From close-ups and landscapes to portraits with soft backgrounds and fast-moving action, Guide mode eases users into the world of digital SLR photography. In addition, settings made with Guide mode can even be fine-tuned before the shot in order to achieve the best possible results.
Nikon D3000
Despite its simple interface, the D3000 delivers exceptional picture quality. Thanks to 10.2 effective megapixels, Nikon’s DX-format CCD sensor, exclusive EXPEED image processing system, and compatibility with an extensive selection of legendary NIKKOR lenses, the D3000 produces finely detailed images that can be freely cropped and enlarged while retaining sharpness.
Extending the D3000’s excellent performance is Nikon’s exclusive Scene Recognition System, Active D-Lighting, continuous shooting up to 3 frames-per-second, advanced 3D Color Matrix Metering II, and 11-point selectable autofocus.
For comfortable viewing when playing back images and retouching photos, the D3000 features a bright 3.0-in., 230k-dot TFT LCD monitor. The large monitor also improves readability of menus due to a font size that is 20% larger than that of the D60.
Extensive in-camera image control is available using Nikon’s Picture Control System, which allows users to customize key digital image characteristics to suit personal preferences. For additional creative control, the D3000 includes comprehensive in-camera editing functions via its Retouch Menu that enhance photos with a variety of effects — without the need for a computer.
Whether it’s grabbing point-and-shoot snapshots or exploiting techniques commonly used by more advanced photographers, the D3000 offers an easy, inviting way to experience the world of digital SLR photography. Here’s the full Nikon D3000 review.
Nikon D3000 Feature Highlights
New Guide mode – employs an easy-to-use interface that makes it easy for first-time users to select shooting modes.
Nikon DX-format CCD sensor; 10.2 effective megapixels
EXPEED image processing system – EXPEED realizes excellent resolution, long tonal scale, and superb color while also making possible fast processing of the D3000’s advanced imaging functions such as Scene Recognition and Active D-Lighting.
Scene Recognition System – This feature improves accuracy for exposure, white balance, and autofocus by analyzing color and illumination over the entire scene milliseconds prior to shooting.
Active D-Lighting – improves details in the shadows and highlights of high-contrast scenes.
11-point AF system with Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module – delivers fast, precise focus over a wide area of the frame.
3.0-in. LCD monitor – Image playback and viewing menus is now easier than ever thanks to the 3.0-in., 230k-dot TFT LCD monitor.
Picture Control System – gives users the ability to customize key digital image capture characteristics to suit personal preferences.
In-camera photo editing – allows for in-camera retouching, lessening the need for a computer to enhance or modify images.
Integrated Dust Reduction System – reduces generation and accumulation of dust and also provides measures to remove dust.
Source: Nikon.com
