Nikon D3000 review

Probably the most beginner-friendly DSLR on the market

Our Score 4.5

Last reviewed: 2009-09-08September 8th 2009

Digital SLRs/Hybrids Review

Price at launch	£450.00
Product Type	Digital SLR Camera
Battery Size Supported	Proprietary Battery Size
Effective Camera Resolution	10.2 Megapixel
USB	Yes
Product Family	D
Image Stabilization	Optical
Colour	Black
Optical Zoom	3.1x
Brand Name	Nikon
Screen Size	7.6 cm (3")
Viewfinder Type	SLR
Weight (Approximate)	485.0 g
Minimum Focus Distance	280 mm
Maximum Image Resolution	3872 x 2592
Number of Batteries Supported	1
Battery Built-in	No
Battery Rechargeable	Yes
Battery Included	Yes
Display Screen Type	LCD
Total Camera Resolution	10.8 Megapixel
Camera Assembly	Body with Lens Kit
Memory Card Supported	Secure Digital (SD) Card, Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Card
Height	97.0 mm
Width	126.0 mm
Depth	64.0 mm
Autofocus Points	11
Product Series	D
Focal Length	18 mm to 55 mm (Lens 1)
Image Formats	JPEG, RAW
Flash Modes	Auto Flash, Flash ON, Flash OFF, Red-eye Reduction
Focus Modes	Auto, Manual
Manufacturer	Nikon Corporation
Product Model	D3000
Product Name	D3000 Digital SLR Camera
Manufacturer Part Number	VBA250K001
Manufacturer Website Address	www.nikon.co.uk
Marketing Information	The D3000 is a high-performance DX-format SLR that delivers superb images and boasts a range of functions, which make photography simple and fun. Nikon's intelligent Guide Mode offers incredibly user-friendly in-camera assistance, enabling even beginners to capture wonderful images. Perfect for shots that you are not sure how to take, Guide Mode will ask you about the image you want to capture and automatically optimize the camera settings for the best possible results. The D3000 is the camera that shows you how to capture stunning shots with ease.
Package Contents	D3000 Digital SLR Camera 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S VR DX Nikkor Lens EN-EL9a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Quick Charger MH-23 Eyepiece Cap DK-5 Rubber Eyecap DK-20 USB Cable UC-E4 Video Cable EG-D100 Camera Strap AN-DC3 Accessory Shoe Cover BS-1 Body Cap BF-1A Software Suite CD-ROM
Display Resolution	230000 Pixel
Standard Warranty	1 Year Limited