Nikon D5000 12.3 MP DX Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens and 2.7-inch Vari-angle LCD
by Nikon
Our Price: Calculated in a shopping cart
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Category: Digital Camera
See more digital camera details and other models
Digital product summary information
Manufacturer: NikonRelease Date: 2009-04-27
Model: D5000 18-55mm Kit
Color: Black
Product features:
- 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor
- Outfit includes the 3x AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens with image stabilization
- D-Movie Mode with sound; record 720p HD movie clips
- Vari-angle color 2.7-inch LCD monitor; one-button Live View
- Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)
- EMTEC 4 GB Class 4 60x SDHC Flash Memory Card
- EMTEC 8 GB Class 4 60x SDHC Flash Memory Card
- EMTEC 4 GB Class 4 60x microSDHC Flash Memory Card with SD Adapter
- NEXTO eXtreme3 500GB Digital Hi-Speed OTG Backup Storage
- Nexto Video PRO 500GB Hi-Speed OTG Digital Backup Storage
Digital camera reviews of Nikon D5000 12.3 MP DX Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens and 2.7-inch Vari-angle LCD
Digital camera Review: Perfect for new dSLR owners
Summary: 5 Stars
This is my first digital SLR camera so I don't have many other points of reference. However, coming form a point and shoot world, the Nikon D5000 has proven itself to be an excellent entry point for me.
Used to being able to slide a camera into my pocket, I was concerned about the size of the camera. However, the Nikon D5000 is very light compared to some of my friends' SLRs, and this makes the camera very portable. My first trip out was to the zoo, and I quick adjusted to the form factor and found it very easy to carry and use. My only complaint in this department is the strap that comes with the camera. The standard Nikon strap was uncomfortable for me, and a bit cumbersome but that is certainly a matter of personal opinion so your mileage may vary.
The Auto, and Scene settings will be familiar to anyone who has used a digital camera in recent years and result in great shots with very little effort. The real power of course is in manual mode, and even my experiments there have yielded some really nice results.
All the various features can be a bit overwhelming. The manuals are just "ok" I'm afraid, so you woudl be well served to grab a book or one of Nikon's Camera School videos to help you along. In fact the Nikon website has all the basic "getting to know your camera" videos for the D500 for free.
If you are hoping to use some of your old Nikon lenses with this camera, be aware that there is no focus motor in the body. The D5000 makes use of motorized autofocus lenses, so keep that in mind.
All in all, a fantastic entry-level camera, with great features at a great price.
More Nikon D5000 12.3 MP DX Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens and 2.7-inch Vari-angle LCD reviews:
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Summary of Nikon D5000 12.3 MP DX Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Lens and 2.7-inch Vari-angle LCD
A remarkable blend of simplicity and highly advanced D-SLR capabilities, the compact and powerful D5000 offers breathtaking 12.3-megapixel image quality, along with a flexible, Vari-angle, Live View monitor for fresh picture-taking perspectives. Nikon's EXPEED image processing further enhances performance, contributing to split-second shutter response and continuous shooting at up to 4 frames-per-second to capture fast action and precise moments perfectly.Digital Cameras
Cameras and Photo
Most talked about in Digital Photography Basics
![Adobe Photoshop Elements 7 [OLD VERSION] Image](/images/Adobe-Photoshop-Elements-7-OLD-VERSION-B001DMBWXS-X.jpg)
Adobe Photoshop Elements 7 [OLD VERSION]Adobe; Adobe; Release date: 2008-10-13; Windows Vista; Software
Best price: $53.98
Price in other shops:
National Geographic Ultimate Field Guide to Photography: Revised and Expanded (Photography Field Guides)by National Geographic
National Geographic; Published: 2009-04-21; Paperback; Book
Best price: $12.27
Price in other shops:
Pentax K200D 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera with Shake Reduction 18-55mm f/ 3.5-5.6 LensPentax; Release date: 2008-03-06; Digital Camera
Best price: $714.95
Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/ 3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black)Canon; Release date: 2008-04-14; Digital Camera
Price in other shops:
Nikon D5000 12.3 MP DX Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm f/ 3.5-5.6G VR Lens and 2.7-inch Vari-angle LCDNikon; Release date: 2009-04-27; Digital Camera
Nikon D90 DX 12.3MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-105mm f/ 3.5-5.6G ED AF-S VR DX Nikkor Zoom LensNikon; Digital Camera
The Photoshop Elements 7 Book for Digital Photographersby Scott Kelby, Matt Kloskowski
New Riders Press; Published: 2009-03-05; Paperback; Book
Best price: $31.49
Price in other shops:
Understanding Shutter Speed: Creative Action and Low-Light Photography Beyond 1/ 125 Secondby Bryan Peterson
Amphoto Books; Published: 2008-04-01; Paperback; Book
Best price: $16.05
Price in other shops:
Understanding Exposure: How to Shoot Great Photographs with a Film or Digital Camera (Updated Edition)by Bryan Peterson
Amphoto Books; Published: 2004-08-01; Paperback; Book
Best price: $15.17
Price in other shops:
Scott Kelby's Digital Photography Boxed Set, Volumes 1, 2, and 3by Scott Kelby
Peachpit Press; Published: 2009-10-03; Paperback; Book
Best price: $39.99
Price in other shops:
Similar digital cameras
Nikon D5000 Digital Field Guideby J. Dennis Thomas
Wiley; Published: 2009-07-07; Paperback; Book
Best price: $10.86
Price in other shops:
SquareTrade 3-Year Camera Warranty: Cameras/ Camcorders $600-$700SquareTrade; CE
Best price: $54.99
Price in other shops:
Tiffen 52mm UV Protection FilterTiffen; Digital Camera
Best price: $7.99
Price in other shops:
David Busch?s Nikon D5000 Guide to Digital SLR Photographyby David D. Busch
Course Technology PTR; Published: 2009-06-26; Paperback; Book
Best price: $17.99
Price in other shops:
Nikon D5000 For Dummies (For Dummies (Sports & Hobbies))by Julie Adair King
For Dummies; Published: 2009-07-14; Paperback; Book
Best price: $17.76
Price in other shops:
Nikon School DVD, Fast, Fun and Easy III Featuring the Nikon D5000 Digital SLRNikon; Digital Camera
Best price: $3.99
Price in other shops:
Nikon CF-DC2 Semi-soft Cast for Nikon D5000 Digital SLR CameraNikon; Digital Camera
Best price: $44.00
Price in other shops:
Nikon En-EL9a Rechargeable Li-ion BatteryNikon; Digital Camera
Best price: $36.99
Price in other shops:
![Nikon 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED IF AF-S DX VR [Vibration Reduction] Zoom Nikkor Lens Image](/images/Nikon-55-200mm-f-4-5-6G-ED-IF-AF-S-DX-VR-Vibration-Reduction-Zoom-Nikkor-Lens-B000O161X0-X.jpg)
Nikon 55-200mm f/ 4-5.6G ED IF AF-S DX VR [Vibration Reduction] Zoom Nikkor LensNikon; Release date: 2007-03-29; Digital Camera
Price in other shops:
Nikon D3000-D5000 DSLR Starter Kit with Nikon School DVD Fast, Fun & Easy III / IV and D-SLR System CaseNikon; Digital Camera
Price in other shops: