Nikon D5000
HQ Grade: A-
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of digital cameras. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
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This camera is ranked
- 9th of 49 in SLR/Professional
- 7th of 40 in HD Video
- 8th of 71 in 12 Megapixels
- 3rd of 71 in Nikon
- 9th of 94 in $350 - $600
- 7th of 70 in Over $600
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Editors' Comments
The Nikon D5000 digital SLR is intended to be a more accessible alternative to the impressive D90 SLR, and carries many of that camera's features, like a 12.3-megapixel DX-format sensor and HD movie mode. The D5000 is capable of filming clips in 1280 x 720 pixel resolution. It also has a larger 2.7-inch variable angle LCD display. Nikon has the entry-level... read more
Specifications
- 12.3 megapixel DX CMOS sensor
- 720p HD D-Movie mode
- 2.7-inch Live View LCD display, variable angle
- Secure Digital memory storage (SD/SDHC)
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Answered Questions for the D5000
- Q: Price confusion
- A: Well, ebay is easy ... it's bid driven. Amazon marketplace, I'm betting is a typo. Yeah, it is. When you... read more
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Open Questions for the D5000
- Q: I have a Nikon F80 SLR with a 28-100mm Nikon lens - will this be compatible with the D5000
- 20 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: HELP ! can't decide between Nikon D5000 and Canon T1i.
- 20 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: I own a Nikon D100 and am ready to upgrade. Have settled on either a D90, D5000 or D300S. Any thoughts that can help?
- 3 points for best answer - 3 replies
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