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Nikon D3100 Digital SLR Camera - 14.2MP Black
3.0" TFT LCD, Image Sensor, Live View
18-55mm & 55-300mm VR Lens

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Product Description
Nikon D3100 Body + 18-55mm & 55-300mm
 

D3100

 
A moving experience in digital photography that everyone can enjoy.
 
 
Key Features
 
Beautiful
 
DX-format, 14.2 effective megapixel CMOS image sensor [NEW]
- Softly defocused backgrounds that only a D-SLR can produce

Nikon equipped D3100 with a newly developed CMOS sensor for outstanding subject detail and smooth color gradation. Whether shooting photos or full HD movies, the sensor is crucial to image quality. The high pixel count of D3100's sensor produces photos of striking clarity, revealing all the nuance of the original scene with minimum noise - ideal for intricately detailed textures and grain-free background defocus.

 

 
 
EXPEED 2-Nikon's new image processing engine [NEW]
- Faithful color reproduction and smooth, beautiful gradations

Welcome to a new level of excellence with EXPEED 2. We've leveraged our vast technological know-how to bring you Nikon's most advanced image processing engine yet. EXPEED 2 maximizes CMOS sensor performance for clear, lifelike images that exhibit vivid colors, reduced noise and smooth tonal gradations for outstanding photos and movies.

 
 
ISO sensitivity 100-3200 (expandable to ISO 12800 equivalent)
- Great performance and less blur in dimly lit settings
 
 
 
 
 
Hi 2 (ISO 12800 equivalent)
 
 
ISO 3200
 
 
ISO 1600

A maximum ISO of 3200 (standard range) lets you shoot at fast shutter speeds, reducing camera-shake blur in dimly lit scenes. Twilight and indoor shots come alive with a refreshingly natural look without the need for a tripod or flash. Moreover, fast shutter speeds make it easy to freeze action in dynamic situations such as children at play and sports events. For added versatility, D3100's Hi 1 and Hi 2 settings effectively boost ISO to the equivalent of 6400 and 12800, respectively.

Active D-Lighting - Beautiful balancing of light and shade

Shooting in bright sunlight often produces pictures with extreme contrast between light and dark areas, resulting in loss of tone and detail. Active D-Lighting effectively combats this by preserving important details in shadows and highlights. The results are optimally exposed photos that better reflect the scene as you saw it.

 
 
Without Active D-Lighting
 
 
With Active D-Lighting

Picture Control - Customizing images before the shot

Expand creative expression with Picture Control. Six settings - Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait and Landscape - let you determine the look of photos and full HD movies before you shoot. In addition, sharpness, contrast, brightness and saturation can be adjusted to customize settings.

Portrait

 
 
Natural, lovely skin tones

Vivid

 
 
Increased color saturation

Monochrome

 
 
Black and white images, including tints
 
Easy Operation
 
Guide Mode - The sure way to obtain desired results
 
 An enchanting portrait against a softly defocused background, or a radiant couple surrounded by sparkling lights. Taking photos like these is easy with D3100's Guide Mode - in-camera guidance that shows you step-by-step how to change camera settings. Just select a Guide Mode setting that matches the scene then let Guide Mode assist. Not only will you obtain the desired results, you'll understand how you achieved them. Guide Mode even displays sample photos so you'll know what to expect from each setting.
 
 
Using Guide Mode
 
To use Guide Mode, first set the mode dial on top of the camera to GUIDE. Then select "Shoot" from the menu and choose a setting. This simple procedure helps you adjust the camera according to shooting situation and subject. Guide Mode even displays detailed explanations and samples of the kinds of photos to expect at each setting when "Advanced operation" mode is selected. When "View/delete" is selected, image playback and deletion are possible. When "Set up" is selected, you can easily adjust items such as image quality, image size and info background color.
 
Step1
 
 
Rotate mode dial to GUIDE.
 
Step2
 
 
Select an operation.
 
Step3
 
 
Select a shooting method.
 
Step4
 
 
Select and confirm the effect.
 
Step5
 
 
Detailed descriptions broaden your understanding of shooting techniques - the ideal way to take your photography to new heights of excellence.
 
Step6
 
 
Sample (assist) image changes as shutter speed or aperture are adjusted, allowing you to confirm settings before you shoot.
 
 
 
Step7
 
 
 
When finished making settings, choose "Start shooting" then choose how you want to shoot.
 
Step8
 
 
 
Three ways to shoot
 
Guide Mode gives you the choice of shooting through "Use the viewfinder", "Use live view" or "Shoot movies".
 
 
Use the viewfinder
 
 
Use live view
 
 
Shoot movies

18 Guide Mode shooting options

Under Guide Mode's "Shoot" category are 18 options that cover commonly encountered shooting situations

Easy Operation
Auto
Close-ups
Landscapes
No flash
Sleeping faces
Portraits
Distant subjects
Moving subjects
Night portrait
Advanced operation
Soften backgrounds
Freeze motion
(people)
Show water flowing
Bring more into focus
Freeze motion
(vehicles)
 
Use a timer/quiet shutter
Single frame
Continuous
10-second self-timer
Quiet shutter release
 
 

Soften backgrounds

 

 
Lens: AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G Image quality : NEF(RAW) Exposure: [A] mode, 1/1600 second, f/2.2 White balance: Auto Sensitivity: ISO 400 Picture Control: Portlait

Show water flowing

 

Lens: AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Image quality : NEF(RAW) Exposure: [S] mode, 1/4 second, f/22 White balance: Auto Sensitivity: ISO 100 Picture Control: Standard

Night portrait

 
Lens: AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Image quality : NEF(RAW) Exposure: [Night Portlait] mode, 1/40 second, f/4.2 White balance: Auto Sensitivity: ISO 800 Picture
 
Control: Portlait

Sleeping faces

 
Lens: AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G Image quality : NEF(RAW) Exposure: [Kids] mode, 1/30 second, f/2.8 White balance: Auto Sensitivity: ISO 200 Picture Control: Standard

Landscapes

 
Lens: AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Image quality : NEF(RAW) Exposure: [Landscape] mode, 1/500 second, f/11 White balance: Auto Sensitivity: ISO 250 Picture Control: Standard

Bring more into focus

 
 
Lens: AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Image quality : NEF(RAW) Exposure: [A] mode, 1/60 second, f/14 White balance: Auto Sensitivity: ISO 400 Picture Control: Standard/dd>

Close-ups

 
 
Lens: AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Image quality : NEF(RAW) Exposure: [Close Up] mode, 1/60 second, f/8 White balance: Auto Sensitivity: ISO 100 Picture Control: Standard

Moving subjects

 
 
Lens: AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR Image quality : NEF(RAW) Exposure: [Sports] mode, 1/1250 second, f/5 White balance: Auto Sensitivity: ISO 100 Picture Control: Standard 

Scene Modes - Your short cut to expected results

Once you have determined your subject, just set the mode dial to match the scene in order to obtain beautiful photos. The mode dial has six scene modes.

Six Scene Modes:
Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close up, and Night portrait

Portrait

Use for portraits with soft, natural-looking skin tones. If the subject is far from the background or a telephoto lens is used, background details will be softened to lend the composition a sense of depth.

Landscape

Use for vivid landscape shots in daylight. The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off; use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur when lighting is poor.

Child

Use for snapshots of active children. Clothing and background details are vividly rendered, while skin tones remain soft and natural.

Sports

Fast shutter speeds freeze motion for dynamic sports shots in which the main subject stands out clearly. The built-in flash and AF-assist illuminator turn off.

Close up

Use for close-up shots of flowers, insects, and other small objects (a macro lens can be used to focus at very close ranges). Use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur.

Night portrait

Use for a natural balance between the main subject and the background in portraits taken under low light. Use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur.

Scene Auto Selector - Letting D3100 decide the best mode to match the scene

D3100 automatically selects the Scene Mode that matches the shooting situation and subject. During Live View shooting with the Mode dial on Auto or Auto (flash off), Scene Auto Selector* automatically activates Portrait, Landscape, Close up or Night portrait modes depending on the scene. For added convenience, an icon appears in the top-left corner of the LCD monitor that shows the selected mode.
* Except when using manual focus.
** Selected when the camera identifies situations with no corresponding Scene Mode, or for situations that can be shot in Auto or Auto (flash off).
Auto mode selected using Mode dial.
When Mode dial is set to Auto, scene auto selector detects type of scene and automatically sets camera to Landscape mode.

Help function - One-touch access to in-camera assistance

When viewing menu items and you don't understand a function, just press the help button. A description of the currently selected item will be displayed while the button is pressed. Release the button and the previous screen appears. A truly handy function that makes it easy for even first-time D-SLR users to operate D3100.

Info display format - Choose the view that's right for you

D3100 gives you a choice of two formats - classic and graphic - for the info display. Graphic format includes both a numerical and descriptive illustration of shutter speed and aperture settings, making these concepts easier to grasp. Both formats display the current Scene Mode using easy-to-understand icons that change as the mode dial is rotated, letting you concentrate on the composition. Three background color variations are available for each format. In addition, the orientation of the info display automatically changes horizontally or vertically to match that of the camera.
 
Graphic
Classic
 

Full HD Movies

D-Movie - Breathtaking full HD 1080p movies [NEW]

Discover the difference a digital SLR makes when shooting movies. A wide selection of NIKKOR lenses gives you freedom to explore different angles and obtain lovely defocused backgrounds while D3100s advanced imaging system assures outstanding quality. And for action sequences, new Subject-tracking AF keeps subjects properly focused.
After the shoot, view movies on the large 7.5-cm (3-in.) LCD monitor and perform simple editing tasks like trimming scenes before or after a designated point and extracting still images. HDMI compatibility* lets you connect D3100 to an HDTV with playback managed by the TVs remote control**.
* Via HDMI mini-pin connector.
** HDMI CEC-compatible TVs only.

  • D-Movie MicrositeOpen in new window.

D-Movie frame size, frame rate and maximum recording times

Frame size (pixels)
Frame rate
Maximun recording time
1,920 x 1080 (Full HD)
24p (23.976fps)
10 min
1,280 x 720 (HD)
30p (29.97fps)
10 min
1,280 x 720 (HD)
25p (25fps)
10 min
1,280 x 720 (HD)
24p (23.976fps)
10 min
640 x 424 (SD)
24p (23.976fps)
10 min

File format
MOV
Video compression
H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding
Audio recording format
Linear PCM
Audio recording device
Built-in monaural microphone

Live View - Live View with new AF modes and large 7.5-cm (3-in.) monitor

Live View gives you an intuitive, familiar way to photograph playful pets or children on the move. Just flip a switch and you're ready to go. When Live View is activated and new full-time-servo AF (AF-F) is selected, the camera keeps subjects in focus without having to press the shutter-release button - convenient for photos and movies. There is also new face-priority AF that locks focus on faces, even on people not directly facing the camera. Live View makes D3100 as easy to use as a compact camera.
 

AF Mode for Live View and Movie Shooting
- New autofocus (AF) modes help capture moving subjects

Three AF modes - single-servo AF (AF-S), full-time-servo AF (AF-F) and manual focus (MF) - are available when using Live View or shooting movies.
For movies, use AF-F with subject-tracking AF. These help maintain focus on a selected subject and work together to continuously track a subject as it moves through the frame, realizing camcorder-like focusing.

[NEW]
Full-time-servo AF (AF-F)

Autofocus automatically begins after Live View is activated, tracking the subject continuously without having to press the shutter-release button.

Note: When shooting movies, noise from the lens motor may be recorded.


Single-servo AF (AF-S)

Great for stationary subjects. Focus locks when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.


Manual focus (MF)

Focus manually.

AF-area modes for live view and movies - Four modes to capture subject

When using Live View or shooting movies, choose from four AF-area modes depending on the subject: normal-area AF, wide-area AF, face-priority AF, and subject-tracking AF.


Normal-area AF

Offers pinpoint precision when focusing on a small area - ideal when using a tripod.


Wide-area AF

A good all-round choice for a variety of subjects, both moving and stationary. It is especially well-suited for handheld shooting.


Face-priority AF

The camera can recognize up to 35 faces at a time then focus on the face that is determined to be nearest. Even if people in the frame move, the camera continues tracking and focusing.

[NEW]
Subject-tracking AF

 
D3100 memorizes' a subject then automatically tracks it even if it moves. Should the subject momentarily leave the frame, the camera starts tracking again once it re-enters. By using this with AF-F (full-time-servo AF) you can also maintain focus on the subject while tracking. This is a great way to photograph active children and pets.

Note: Autofocus operation is interrupted while the camera is tracking the subject.
 

Automatic

11-point AF system - Quick, accurate autofocus ready for the decisive moment

D3100's precision high-speed autofocus responds immediately to changes in scene or composition, maintaining tack-sharp focus to capture fleeting expressions and fast-moving sports. The all-important central focus point features a cross-type sensor while the new superimposed display achieves a clear, uncluttered viewfinder. Various autofocus modes cover nearly any situation, including auto-area AF that automatically selects the subject on which to focus, and 3D-tracking (11 points)* that maintains focus on a subject regardless of changes in composition as long as the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.

* When autofocus is set to AF-A or AF-C.

11 AF points Note: The 11 AF points shown here are for illustration
purposes only. Actual appearance differs.

Single-point AF

Manually select an autofocus point with the multi-selector, compose, and shoot. This is a great way to maintain focus on static, off-center subjects.

Dynamic-area AF

Capturing fast moving subjects has never been easier. Select a focus area and the corresponding autofocus points combine to produce sharp results.

Auto-area AF

Unsure of what mode to use? Let the D3100 decide for you. It automatically changes autofocus modes depending on whether the subject is static or dynamic.

3D-tracking (11 points)

Select an autofocus point on a moving subject and the D3100 locks on, utilizing all autofocus points to keep the subject in sharp focus even as the composition changes.

Advanced white balance control - More natural whites

The Improved Scene Recognition system offers outstanding auto white balance performance that nearly rivals the precision of the D3s, Nikon's flagship camera. White is reproduced more faithfully while maintaining stable color balance regardless of light source.

Built-in pop-up flash - Additional light whenever needed

When the light gets low or you find yourself shooting in tricky backlit lighting, use the built-in pop-up flash to brighten the scene. It activates automatically when needed depending on exposure mode*, or can be enabled manually. In addition, support for i-TTL flash control increases exposure accuracy.

* When Scene Mode is set to Auto, Portrait, Child, Close-up or Night portrait
 
 

Convenient and powerful Speedlight SB-400 (sold separately)

Bouncing flash off ceilings or walls is easy with optional Speedlight SB-400. Supplementing D3100's built-in flash, SB-400 gives you the means to produce photos with softer, more natural-looking lighting.
 
Shooting with direct flash
Shooting with bounce flash

Scene Recognition System - Intelligent operation in any setting

Nikon's exclusive Scene Recognition System utilizes a 420-pixel RGB sensor to analyze a composition immediately before you take the shot. It then automatically optimizes exposure, autofocus, and white balance, allowing you to obtain beautiful photos without the hassle of making complicated camera adjustments yourself. Face detection also benefits from Scene Recognition System, exhibiting improved recognition accuracy and definition as well as enabling instant zoom-to-face in playback mode.
 

Expression

Ample image and movie editing functions - In-camera image and movie editing

Heighten your photographic enjoyment with D3100's wide range of image and movie editing functions. Operations like Red-eye correction, Quick retouch, and Filter effects can be done in-camera via the Retouch menu, eliminating the need for a PC and enhancing convenience. You can also extract still images from movies and trim unnecessary frames.

The Retouch Menu


D-Lighting Red-eye correction Trim (3:2, 4:3, 5:4, 1:1, 16:9) Monochrome (Black-and-white, Sepia, and Cyanotype) Filter effects (Skylight, Warm filter, Red intensifier, Green intensifier, Blue intensifier, Cross screen and Soft) Color balance Small picture Image overlay NEF (RAW) processing Quick retouch Straighten Distortion control Fisheye Color outline Perspective control Miniature effect Edit movie

Miniature effect

 

Makes pictures appear as if they are photos of miniature scale models; especially effective when shooting landscapes from above.

 

 
Original image

 

 
 

Color outline

Converts a photo into an outline image, which can be printed then hand-colored.

Original image

Perspective control

Corrects the perspective of shapes (like buildings) for a more natural look.

Original image

Color balance

Adjust color balance over the entire image with the multi selector.

Original image

Monochrome (Sepia)

Create monochrome photos with a classic feel.

Original image

Fisheye

Create surreal photos that look as if shot with a fisheye lens.

Original image

Filter effects (Cross screen)

Add starburst effects to light sources.

Original image

Soft filter

Produces images similar to ones shot with a soft filter.

Original image

NEF(RAW) processing

Now, convert images saved as RAW data to JPEG images in-camera. Change image quality, image size, exposure compensation and other settings while retaining the original RAW data.

Original image
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High-performance NIKKOR lenses
- The right choice for amazing photos and full HD movies.

Capture more. Create more.

Each day is full of special moments.
To capture those precious moments and keep them forever.
To take the joy of photo-imaging experience even further, NIKKOR lenses combine Nikon's passion with its world-leading imaging innovations.
Feel the satisfaction of total control over the light.
Experience the exhilaration of perfectly expressing your vision.
Embrace the pride that comes from owning one of the most sophisticated lenses in the world.
NIKKOR lenses always elevate your passion for photography and life.

NIKKORLENSES
 
 

As the eye of the camera, the lens is critical to any photographic application. In fact, the beauty of a picture is closely tied to the performance of the lens.

 
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
5.5x telephoto zoom lens with VR - Capture faces from afar

Compact and lightweight, this telephoto zoom lens covers a broad focal-length range. It is ideal for zooming in on distant subjects or discreetly capturing natural facial expressions, and excels in sports and animal photography. Built-in Vibration Reduction (VR II) provides a clear viewfinder image - a big plus that aids in composition and delivers beautiful images with minimal blur and color bleed even at maximum focal length.

55mm
200mm
300mm
 
AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR
Versatile macro ideal for a diverse range of situations, including close-ups, portraits and scenics.
This compact, lightweight macro lens - equipped with Vibration Reduction (VR II)* to minimize blur both in the viewfinder and image - lets even beginners capture striking close-ups brimming with texture and presence. The fixed 85mm focal length provides natural perspective and beautiful background defocus for lovely scenics and portraits.

 
AF-S DX NIKKOR 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED
Wide-angle zoom full of potential for stunning, dynamic expression.
Photographing people up close at smaller focal lengths while including large areas of background adds a dramatic, dynamic feel to images. An ideal choice as a standard lens, it has excellent close-focus capability and is well suited for shooting buildings, scenics and when in small rooms. It is also outstanding for exaggerating perspective.
 
AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G
35mm prime lens produces lovely defocused backgrounds.
Shooting wide-open at f/1.8 increases handheld shooting possibilities in dimly lit settings and provides lovely defocused backgrounds. This fixed-focal length lens is perfect for portraits of people and landscapes in which you want the main subject to stand out against a softly defocused background.

Nikon's original VR system - Less camera-shake blur in images and viewfinder

NIKKOR VR lenses reduce* blur in photos and full HD movies caused by camera-shake that often occurs when shooting at slow shutter speeds, such as in dimly lit environments or when using micro or telephoto lenses. Unlike in-camera image stabilization systems, Nikon's VR is in the lens, which allows it to correct blur in the viewfinder thereby aiding composition and focusing since the image remains stable.
Without in-lens camera-shake correction
With Nikon's in-lens VR system
* VR allows shooting handheld up to three stops slower (four stops slower with VR II) than when using non-VR lenses, based on Nikon measurements. Amount of correction varies depending on shooting conditions and photographer.
 

Basic Performance

Compact and lightweight - Easy operation and take-anywhere portability

At only approx. 505 g (1lb. 1.8 oz.)*, the compact and lightweight D3100 goes where you go. And it's so easy to use thanks to the ergonomic grip that simplifies shooting, both in horizontal and vertical positions. New dedicated controls for frequently used functions like Live View, D-Movie and shutter release modes further enhance ease of use.

* With battery and memory card but without body cap.

 

Continuous 3 fps shooting - Catch the decisive moment

D3100 can shoot approximately 3 frames per second - great for capturing dynamic motion and elusive facial expressions that are a challenge for any photographer. Simply rotate the release-mode selector and shoot away.

Eye-Fi support - Transfer photos and movies wirelessly

Support for optional Eye-Fi SD cards lets you transfer photos and movies from the camera to a PC via wireless LAN. This eliminates the need for removing the memory card or USB connections to transfer data.

Note:
See the manual provided with the Eye-Fi card, and direct any inquiries to the manufacturer. The camera can be used to turn Eye-Fi cards on and off, but may not support other Eye-Fi functions.

As of June 2010, the following cards can be used: 2 GB SD Eye-Fi cards in the Share, Home, and Explore product categories, 4 GB SDHC Eye-Fi cards in the Anniversary, Share Video, Explore Video, and Connect 2 product categories, and 8 GB SDHC cards in the Pro 2 and Explore 2 product categories. Eye-Fi cards are for use only in the country of purchase. Be sure the Eye-Fi card firmware has been updated to the latest version.
 

Easy-to-view finder - New superimposed indicators for a better view

During autofocus, D3100's superimposed indicators and BriteView Clear Matte Mark screen provide a cleaner, less cluttered view from corner to corner.

New shutter mechanism - Quiet shooting, even with Live View

D3100 employs a newly developed shutter that is ideal for both Live View and movie shooting. The lightweight and compact design coupled with the ability to operate while the mirror is up during Live View shooting contributes to quiet, energy-efficient performance. It is also highly durable, having been tested to 100,000 cycles.

Rangefinder - Quick and easy focusing

When focusing manually, the electronic rangefinder helps you quickly achieve proper focus. It is especially useful when shooting in dimly lit settings.
 

Nikon Integrated Dust Reduction System - Prevent dust from ruining photos

D3100 is equipped with Nikon's Integrated Dust Reduction System. This solution includes a special Airflow Control System that redirects dust away from the low-pass filter located in front of the image sensor. Additionally, when powering the camera on or off, the filter automatically vibrates at precise frequencies to release image-degrading dust that may adhere to it.
 

Image playback with transitions [NEW] - View photos with striking special effects

Choose from a series of special transitions when viewing photos. For slideshows, enjoy interesting effects like Zoom/fade and Cube. When viewing photos individually, you can employ Slide in and Zoom/fade. In addition, the large, bright LCD monitor makes playback a joy.

Convenient playback - Find images instantly by date

The D3100's playback options make it easy to select pictures for viewing or retouching. You can view pictures one at a time or in groups of 4, 9, or 72. A Calendar view is also available, which organizes photos by shooting date and time then displays them in a handsome calendar format.
 
 

Date imprint - Stamp photos with shooting date

Know the exact date you took a photo. The position of the date changes automatically depending on camera orientation.
 
 

Long-lasting lithium-ion battery [NEW] - Plenty of stamina for plenty of photos

The new Rechargeable Li-ion battery EN-EL14 delivers up to approximately 550 frames on a single charge*. Now you can focus on getting the shot rather than worrying about battery power.

* Based on CIPA standards.

Software

ViewNX 2 software [NEW] - Your imaging toolbox (bundled)
- Smart image management with a PC

ViewNX 2 is the convenient way to manage images, providing functions for storing, browsing, editing and sharing photos as well as movies. You can also attach labels to images to facilitate searches. This bundled software offers a wide range of editing functions, including rotate, re-size, crop, straighten, auto red-eye correction and more. Movie editing functions include the ability to delete scenes. ViewNX 2 integrates seamlessly with my Picturetown for simple, drag-and-drop uploads and online browsing.
 

Capture NX 2 software - Expanded creative control (sold separately)
- Intuitive operation for the finishing touch

 
 
 
Capture NX 2's easy-to-learn editing tools unlock image potential without degrading original image quality. This software is ideal for optimizing Nikon NEF (RAW) files as well as JPEG and TIFF images. With award-winning U PointR
technology, tedious editing procedures are easier than ever.
http://www.capturenx.com
Original
 

my Picturetown - Free image sharing and storage
- Share photos and movies on the web

 
 
 
Nikon's own image sharing website allows you to easily store, manage and share images with family and friends worldwide. Membership is free and permits storage of up to 2 GB of photos and/or movies. (Pay an additional fee and get up to 200 GB of storage*). The service supports MOV and AVI movie files in addition to JPEG and RAW (NEF, NRW) still image files. Heighten your photographic enjoyment with my Picturetown!
http://www.mypicturetown.com/
* Availability and fee may vary depending on country.
Note: Website design may change without prior notice

Nikon Digital SLR Camera D3100 Specifications

Type
Type
Single-lens reflex digital camera
Lens mount
Nikon F mount (with AF contacts)
Effective angle of view
Approx. 1.5 x lens focal length (Nikon DX format)
 
Effective pixels
Effective pixels
14.2 million
Image sensor
Image sensor
23.1 x 15.4 mm CMOS sensor
Total pixels
14.8 million
Dust-reduction system
Image sensor cleaning, Airflow Control System, Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX 2 software required)
 
Storage
Image size (pixels)
" 4,608 x 3,072 [L] " 3,456 x 2,304 [M] " 2,304 x 1,536 [S]
File format
" NEF (RAW)
" JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx. 1:4), normal (approx. 1:8), or basic (approx. 1:16) compression
" NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats
Picture Control System
Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape; selected Picture Control can be modified
Media
SD (Secure Digital), SDHC and SDXC memory cards
File system
DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0, DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), Exif 2.21 (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras), PictBridge
Viewfinder
Viewfinder
Eye-level pentamirror single-lens reflex viewfinder
Frame coverage
Approx. 95% horizontal and 95% vertical
Magnification
Approx. 0.8 x (50 mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, -1.0 m-1)
Eyepoint
18 mm (-1.0 m-1)
Diopter adjustment
-1.7 to +0.5 m-1
Focusing screen
Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark VII screen
Reflex mirror
Quick return
Lens aperture
Instant return, electronically controlled
Lens
Compatible lenses
" AF-S and AF-I: All functions supported.
" Type G or D AF NIKKOR without built-in autofocus motor: All functions except autofocus supported. IX NIKKOR lenses not supported.
" Other AF NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II. Lenses for F3AF not supported.
" Type D PC NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and some shooting modes.
" AI-P NIKKOR: All functions supported except autofocus and 3D color matrix metering II.
" Non-CPU: Autofocus not supported. Can be used in exposure mode M, but exposure meter does not function.
Note: Electronic rangefinder can be used if lens has a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster.
Shutter
Type
Electronically controlled vertical-travel focal-plane shutter
Speed
1/4000 to 30 s in steps of 1/3 EV, Bulb
Flash sync speed
X=1/200 s; synchronizes with shutter at 1/200 s or slower
Release
Release mode
(single frame),(continuous),(self-timer),(quiet shutter release)
Frame advance rate
Up to 3 fps (manual focus, mode M or S, shutter speed 1/250 s or faster, and other settings at default values)
Self-timer
2 s, 10 s
Exposure
Metering
TTL exposure metering using 420-pixel RGB sensor
Metering method
" Matrix: 3D color matrix metering II (type G and D lenses); color matrix metering II (other CPU lenses)
" Center-weighted: Weight of 75% given to 8-mm circle in center of frame
" Spot: Meters 3.5-mm circle (about 2.5% of frame) centered on selected focus point
Range
(ISO 100, f/1.4 lens, 20C/68F)
" Matrix or center-weighted metering: 0 to 20 EV
" Spot metering: 2 to 20 EV
Exposure meter coupling
CPU
Exposure modes
Auto modes (auto, auto [flash off]); scene modes (portrait; landscape; child; sports; close up; night portrait);
programmed auto with flexible program (P); shutter-priority auto (S); aperture-priority auto (A); manual (M)
Exposure compensation
-5 to +5 EV in increments of 1/3 EV
Exposure lock
Luminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
ISO sensitivity
(Recommended Exposure Index)
ISO 100 to 3200 in steps of 1 EV; can also be set to approx. 1 EV above ISO 3200 (ISO 6400 equivalent) or to
approx. 2 EV above ISO 3200 (ISO 12800 equivalent); auto ISO sensitivity control available
Active D-Lighting
On, Off
Focus
Autofocus
Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection, 11 focus points (including one
cross-type sensor), and AF-assist illuminator (range approx. 0.5 to 3m/1 ft. 8 in. to 9 ft. 10 in.)
Detection range
-1 to +19 EV (ISO 100, 20C/68F)
Lens servo
" Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous-servo AF (AF-C); auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A); predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status
" Manual focus (MF): Electronic rangefinder can be used
Focus point
Can be selected from 11 focus points
AF-area mode
Single-point AF, dynamic-area AF, auto-area AF, 3D-tracking (11 points)
Focus lock
Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L button
Flash
Built-in flash
Auto, Portrait, Child, Close up, Night portrait: Auto flash with auto pop-up
P, S, A, M: Manual pop-up with button release
Guide number
Approx. 12/39, 13/43 with manual flash (m/ft, ISO 100, 20C/68F)
Flash control
" TTL: i-TTL balanced fill-flash and standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR using 420-pixel RGB sensor are available with built-in flash and SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, or SB-400 (i-TTL balanced fill-flash is available when matrixor center-weighted metering is selected)
" Auto aperture: Available with SB-900/SB-800 and CPU lens
" Non-TTL auto: Supported flash units include SB-900, SB-800, SB-80DX, SB-28DX, SB-28, SB-27, and SB-22S
" Distance-priority manual: Available with SB-900 and SB-800
Flash mode
Auto, auto with red-eye reduction, fill-flash, auto slow sync, auto slow sync with red-eye correction, and rear curtain with slow sync
Flash compensation
-3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 EV
Flash-ready indicator
Lights when built-in flash or optional flash unit such as SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, or SB-400 is fully charged; blinks for 3 s after flash is fired at full output
Accessory shoe
ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock
Nikon Creative Lighting
System (CLS)
Advanced Wireless Lighting supported with SB-900, SB-800, or SU-800 as commander; Flash Color Information Communication supported with built-in flash and all CLS-compatible flash units
Sync terminal
Sync Terminal Adapter AS-15 (available separately)
 
White balance
White balance

Auto, incandescent, fluorescent (7 types), direct sunlight, flash, cloudy, shade, preset manual, all except preset manual with fine tuning.
Live View
Lens servo
" Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); full-time-servo AF (AF-F)
" Manual focus (MF)
AF-area mode
Face-priority AF, wide-area AF, normal-area AF, subject-tracking AF
Autofocus
Contrast-detect AF anywhere in frame (camera selects focus point automatically when face-priority AF or subject-tracking AF is selected)
Scene Auto Selector
Available in auto and auto (flash off) modes
Movie
Metering
TTL exposure metering using main image sensor
Metering method
Matrix
Frame size (pixels)
and frame rate
" 1,920 x 1,080 (24p): 24 fps (23.976 fps) " 1,280 x 720 (30p): 30 fps (29.97 fps)
" 1,280 x 720 (25p): 25 fps " 1,280 x 720 (24p): 24 fps (23.976 fps)
" 640 x 424 (24p): 24 fps (23.976 fps)
Maximum recording time
10 min.
File format
MOV
Video compression
H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Coding
Audio recording format
Linear PCM
Audio recording device
Built-in monaural microphone
Monitor
LCD monitor
7.5-cm/3-in., approx. 230 k-dot TFT LCD with brightness adjustment
Playback
Playback function
Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images or calendar) playback with playback zoom, movie playback, slide show, histogram display, highlights, auto image rotation, and image comment (up to 36 characters)
 
Interface
USB
Hi-Speed USB
Video output
NTSC, PAL
HDMI output
Type C mini-pin HDMI connector
Accessory terminal
" Remote cord: MC-DC2 (available separately)
" GPS unit: GP-1 (available separately)
Supported languages
Supported languages
Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish
Power source
Battery
One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL14
AC adapter
AC adapter EH-5a; requires power connector EP-5A (available separately)
Tripod socket
Tripod socket
1/4 in. (ISO 1222)
Dimensions / weight
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Approx. 124 x 96 x 74.5 mm (4.9 x 3.8 x 2.9 in.)
Weight
Approx. 455 g / 1lb. (camera body only); Approx. 505 g (1lb. 1.8 oz.) with battery and memory card but without body cap
 Operating environment
Temperature
0 to 40C (32 to 104F)
Humidity
Less than 85% (no condensation)
Accessories
Supplied accessories
(may differ by country or area)
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL14, Battery Charger MH-24, Eyepiece Cap DK-5, Rubber Eyecap DK-20,
Camera Strap AN-DC3, Accessory Shoe Cover BS-1, Body Cap BF-1B, ViewNX 2 CD-ROM, Ferrite Core (2 types)
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Memory card capacity*1

The following table shows the approximate number of pictures that can be stored on a 4 GB SanDisk Extreme SDHC card at different image quality and size settings.

Image quality
Image size
File size*1
No. of images*1
Buffer capacity*2
NEF (RAW) +
JPEG fine*3
L
19.8 MB
151
9
NEF (RAW)
-
12.9 MB
226
13
JPEG fine
L
M
S
6.8 MB
3.9 MB
1.8 MB
460
815
1700
100
100
100
JPEG normal
L
M
S
3.4 MB
2.0 MB
0.9 MB
914
1500
3300
100
100
100
JPEG basic
L
M
S
1.7 MB
1.0 MB
0.5 MB
1700
3000
6000
100
100
100
  • *1 : All figures are approximate. File size varies with scene recorded.
  • *2 : Maximum number of exposures that can be stored in memory buffer at ISO 100.
    Drops when noise reduction is on.
  • *3 : Image size applies to JPEG images only. Size of NEF (RAW) images can not be changed. File size is the total for
    NEF (RAW) and JPEG images.


Approved memory cards

The following SD memory cards have been tested and approved for use in the D3100. Cards with class 6 write speeds are recommended for movie recording. Recording may end unexpectedly when cards with slower write speeds are used.

 
SD memory cards
SDHC memory cards*2
SDXC memory cards*3
SanDisk
512 MB1GB2GB*1
4GB8GB16GB
64GB
Toshiba
512 MB1GB2GB*1
4GB8GB16GB32GB
64GB
Panasonic
512 MB1GB2GB*1
4GB6GB8GB12GB16GB32GB
48GB64GB
LEXAR MEDIA
512 MB1GB2GB*1
4GB8GB
-
Platinum II
512 MB1GB2GB*1
4GB8GB
-
Professional
512 MB1GB2GB*1
4GB8GB16GB32GB
-
  • *1 : Check that any card readers or other devices with which the card will be used support 2 GB cards.
  • *2 : Check that any card readers or other devices with which the card will be used are SDHC-compliant.
  • *3 : Check that any card readers or other devices with which the card will be used are SDXC-compliant.

Notes:
  • * Please check with the SD card manufacturer regarding features, specifications, warranty, and other items.
    Nikon cannot assure compatibility with SD cards not listed above.
  • * Limited to cards tested at the time of July 2010. Additional cards may be fully compatible.
    Contact Nikon Customer Service for additional information.
 

Product Warranty


1 Year Return to Base
 


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