Customer Reviews for Nikon Inc. D5100
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Nikon Inc. D5100
The Nikon D5100 and its included AF-S 18-55mm VR lens offer a host of new photographic and video tools including a 16.2 MP DX-format CMOS sensor, 4 fps continuous shooting and breathtaking Full 1080p HD Movies with full time autofocus.
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644 out of 699(92%)customers recommend this product.
Customer Reviews for D5100
Review 1 for D5100
Andy E
Location Milwaukee, WI
Age 18-24
Favorite Subject Sports
Nikon Family 0-1 years
Experience 1-3 months
Role Just getting started with photography
After borrowing a friend D90 a bunch of times, i knew i wanted my own. After checking out a local camera shop I was torn between the D90 and D5100. I did a lot of research and decided on the D5100 as my camera.
I really liked the D90 everytime i used it, but now after using the D5100 i would never look back. Its easy to use, has a ton of cool features, and the swivel screen LCD display comes in handy more times than you'd ever imagine.
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+170points
Review 2 for D5100
Overall rating
Excelente cámara para aficionados y entusiastas de la fotografía
PostedMay 15, 2013
Beto
Location Cd. de México
Age 35-44
Favorite Subject Landscape
Nikon Family 11-20 years
Experience 1-3 months
Role Serious passion, hobbyist
Soy usuario de productos nikon desde hace 19 años, muy intuitivos el menú y las prestaciones, gran versatilidad y calidad en las imágenes; si bien no son del todo compatibles los objetivos de la serie G y D no demerita la calidad de la imágen al usarlos. Una gran maquina fotográfica y excelente relación precio calidad.
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Review 3 for D5100
Overall rating
Perfect in every way
PostedMay 11, 2013
tumblr user danLsnotonfire
Location Chicago
Age Under 18
Favorite Subject Nature
Nikon Family 11-20 years
Experience 1-3 months
Role Serious passion, hobbyist
I got this camera for my 16th birthday and it is perfect in every way. I've been interested in photography my whole life and hope to do something with it in the future. I decided to get the camera after I got photoshop a few months before. When I was looking into which camera I wanted to buy, I compared the Nikon D3100 and the Canon EOS Rebel T3i. I chose the D5100 over the D3100 because the screen was moveable and that was a necessity for someone who takes videos/pictures of herself and her friends. I then chose the D5100 over the Canon EOS Rebel T3i because the D5100 had autofocus when shooting video, whereas the Canon did not. So far, I am extremely satisfied with my purchase. Overall, this is a great camera for a reasonable price. The image quality and video quality are phenomenal. The interface is extremely simple to use, the settings are flexible, and it has many features like Selective Color which are fun to use. only complaint I have is that the audio is pretty fuzzy, but that's what external microphones are for. Also, the autofocus is great but doesn't work so well in low light. Other than that, it's a perfect camera for people who are getting started with photography.
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Review 4 for D5100
Overall rating
Excellent DSLR Camera
PostedApril 16, 2013
VelocityZ06
Location San Marcos, CA
Age 55-65
Nikon Family 0-1 years
Experience 1-3 months
Role Serious passion, hobbyist
I have been using the camera and learning about all of the features over the last few months, even though I purchased this last August 2012. My college degree and full-time job gave me little time to learn about it and use this amazing camera. I finished that second degree last February and I'm really enjoying this camera. This is a big upgrade from two digital cameras I have from another company. Even though this is considered an entry level DSLR, it is a professional grade DSLR to me. It still amazes me with all of the built in features it has. I would recommend this camera and brand to anyone looking to purchase one.
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Review 5 for D5100
Overall rating
Great product
PostedMarch 23, 2013
Cafox
Location Compton, CA, USA
Age 35-44
Favorite Subject Nature
Nikon Family 2-5 years
Experience 3-6 months
Role Serious passion, hobbyist
I upgraded from my Nikon D60 to this D5100 and I love it. It takes wonderful pictures and it's not to difficult to use.
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Review 6 for D5100
Overall rating
Perfect entry level DSLR.
PostedMarch 18, 2013
Its knee-kon not "nykawn".
Age 18-24
Favorite Subject Landscape
Nikon Family 0-1 years
Experience 1-3 months
Role Just getting started with photography
Was torn between this and the D3200 for a while. Finally decided on this D5100, and I think I made the right choice, as far as entry level DSLR's go. Takes amazing photos with kit lens, even better one when paired with an FX lens like the 50mm 1.8g I just bought for it. Also, very easy to use in manual mode. Highly recommend.
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Review 7 for D5100
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Bro !!
PostedMarch 18, 2013
Versa
Age 55-65
Favorite Subject Family & Friends
Nikon Family 0-1 years
Experience Less than a month
Role Serious passion, hobbyist
I recently bought this camera , and I am so stoked , think I am going to go buy another one just so i can use one in each hand at the same time ... kinda like Josey Wales did with his six-shooters !!
this camera is awsome !!
if you are looking to buy a camera ... look no further !!!
thank you Nikon !!
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-11points
Review 8 for D5100
Overall rating
Excellent camera, especially considering the pricetag
PostedMarch 17, 2013
Shadowww
Location Riga, Latvia
Age 18-24
Favorite Subject Nature
Nikon Family 0-1 years
Experience 1-3 months
Role Just getting started with photography
I had very hard time finding a decent DSLR at a price I wouldn't mind spending - but, with D5100, I believe I've found that camera. This is my first DSLR after many point-and-shoots, and I'm amazed with all the features and possibilities it offers. And even basic camera features are outstanding on this one - for example, autofocus is quicker and sharper than on any camera I used before, by a huge margin.
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Review 9 for D5100
Overall rating
Great alternative to the D5200
PostedMarch 16, 2013
AndyC
Location Long Island, New York, USA
Age 45-54
Favorite Subject Landscape
Nikon Family 2-5 years
Experience 1-3 months
Role Serious passion, hobbyist
I have been using a P510 and this was my first DSLR. I learned a lot on the P510 including shooting in Shutter and Aperture priority but found that cameras limitations and decided it was time.
I was going to get a D5200 and skip the 3100 and 3200 altogether. After some research I realized that the differences between the two with the most important being the additional autofocus points on the 5200 (11 vs 39) and the megapixel difference (16 vs 24) were not significant enough to spend the extra money on my first DSLR.
This camera so far has been great, the picture quality is fantastic and the menus are easy to use although slightly different than I had with my previous Nikon so there is a bit or a learning curve. I love the control I know have over the picture settings and the creativity it allows me.
I would highly recommend this camera to anyone looking at the 3100, 3200 or 5200.
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Review 10 for D5100
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What a Powerful Camera for a cheap Price
PostedMarch 8, 2013
Elluxtrate
Location Sri Lanka
Age 18-24
Favorite Subject Family & Friends
Nikon Family 0-1 years
Experience Less than a month
Role Occasional user, memory keeper
The Camera is just Impressive, moving from a Pro consumer camera to this one is a huge leap for me......... My expectations are over exceeded ! Thank you Nikon for building such a great camera !
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Review 11 for D5100
Overall rating
Amazing Camera - Amazing Sharpness
PostedMarch 3, 2013
NurNikon
Age Under 18
Favorite Subject Nature
Nikon Family 0-1 years
Experience 6-12 months
Role Professional photographer
The camera is amazing, the colors, the sharpness !
Just amazing
Just amazing
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Review 12 for D5100
Overall rating
Very Nice
PostedFebruary 21, 2013
Roco32
Location Atlanta Ga
Age 45-54
Favorite Subject Landscape
Nikon Family 0-1 years
Experience 1-3 months
Role Occasional user, memory keeper
I had Canons for some time but as life moves on I needed a new camera...I shopped MANY, I even bought the New Sony and took it back in 24 hours and purchased the D5100...Let's just say I never regretted it...It's an awesome camera, ton of features and the ease of use is wonderful. You wont be disappointed!!!
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Review 13 for D5100
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I am completely in love!
PostedFebruary 8, 2013
Helldunkel
Location Switzerland
Age 35-44
Favorite Subject Landscape
Nikon Family 2-5 years
Experience 3-6 months
Role Semi-professional photographer
I recently bought this camera, I wanted a small upgrade over my very trusty Nikon D3000 because I do not need a high end professional DSLR for my photography technique (HDR), all I need is a high quality censor and great ISO capacities, well I was already very impressed by my trusty Nikon D3000 but this D5100 is of course much better, I really recommend it!
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Review 14 for D5100
Overall rating
Best consumer grade DSLR on the market when it came out.
PostedFebruary 2, 2013
NikonUser
Age 18-24
Favorite Subject Landscape
Nikon Family 2-5 years
Experience 3-6 months
Role Serious passion, hobbyist
Best consumer grade DSLR on the market when it came out. Although it looks like the younger brother, D5200 has come on to the scene. There really isn't that much difference between the D5100 and the D5200...Better processor, more megapixels, higher d-movie frame rate (up to 1080p 60i). The bodies look IDENTICAL lol.
Takes pro photos!!! The video is awesome too!!!! I have no complaints about this awesome camera. Great job Nikon!!!
I took the photograph of the CD with water droplets with the D5100!!!! You sure can do some pro and creative stuff with D5100.
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Review 15 for D5100
Overall rating
Wonderful camera with such great features!!
PostedFebruary 1, 2013
Sheba
Location Lake Stevens, WA, USA
Age Over 65
Favorite Subject Family & Friends
Nikon Family 0-1 years
Experience 1-3 months
Role Serious passion, hobbyist
Love this camera. It is so easy to take beautiful pictures with such detail. I've always had smaller camera's and was a little nervous about this camera with all the bells and whisles. Love, love, love it!! Easy to use!!
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-3points
Review 16 for D5100
Overall rating
Great Camera, Great Features.
PostedJanuary 31, 2013
rami
Location Ahangama Kanda, Sri Lanka
Age 25-34
Favorite Subject Nature
Nikon Family 0-1 years
Experience 3-6 months
Role Just getting started with photography
Very Easy to use, Good picture quality I'm shooting with 18-55mm VR. I really like this camera strongly recommend to buy this product.
My product recommendations
AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR
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Review 17 for D5100
Overall rating
simply amazing
PostedJanuary 24, 2013
I AM NIKON!
Location Lahore, Pakistan
Age Under 18
Favorite Subject Family & Friends
Nikon Family 2-5 years
Experience 6-12 months
Role Occasional user, memory keeper
I got it as a gift. I had used D70 before But this camera is an entirely diffrent thing.
It has a ton of cool feature like the lcd varo-angle and the effects are simply amazing.
Then it is the HD video.
The only problem is with the lens system.
The picture quality and speed simply blew me away.
The price was about PKR 71,000 when it arrived but now there is no problem with the price as it has decreased.
The battery life is STUNNING.
There is no problem except with the lens format otherwise this is a good camera for begginers with some new and amazing features.
It has a ton of cool feature like the lcd varo-angle and the effects are simply amazing.
Then it is the HD video.
The only problem is with the lens system.
The picture quality and speed simply blew me away.
The price was about PKR 71,000 when it arrived but now there is no problem with the price as it has decreased.
The battery life is STUNNING.
There is no problem except with the lens format otherwise this is a good camera for begginers with some new and amazing features.
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Review 18 for D5100
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Exelente Cámara Réflex
PostedJanuary 17, 2013
foto-apasionado
Location México
Age 35-44
Favorite Subject Landscape
Nikon Family 0-1 years
Experience 1-3 months
Role Serious passion, hobbyist
Exelente para iniciar con las cámara tipo réflex, la inversión valió la pena.
Buscaba una cámara que me permitiera hacer excelentes fotos en condiciones de poca luz, que me permitiera captar efectos fuera de lo comun, velocidad de disparo, controlar y hacer la foto, y todo lo encontre en ésta cámara.
Buscaba una cámara que me permitiera hacer excelentes fotos en condiciones de poca luz, que me permitiera captar efectos fuera de lo comun, velocidad de disparo, controlar y hacer la foto, y todo lo encontre en ésta cámara.
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+9points
Review 19 for D5100
Overall rating
D5100
PostedJanuary 12, 2013
Speednbird
Age 25-34
Favorite Subject Family & Friends
Nikon Family 6-10 years
Experience 3-6 months
Role Occasional user, memory keeper
Love this camera. I had a Nikon d50. This camera completely blows that camera away. The response is much faster with the d5100. I love the new display. The ability to move the LCD display makes it easier to take picture at weird angles. I have nothing bad to say about this camera.
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Review 20 for D5100
Overall rating
Great camera for pictures and videos
PostedJanuary 9, 2013
ShellyC
Location Lubbock, TX, USA
Age 18-24
Favorite Subject Nature
Nikon Family 2-5 years
Experience More than a year
Role Serious passion, hobbyist
Absolutely amazing camera. I have had mine since summer 2011 and I love it. Fist of all I have a little side job and I take pictures for people and it takes outstanding portraits and I have not had any problems with it. I also take video footage of my boyfriend doing all his crazy sports including BMX biking and skiing and no matter how fast or what the lighting is like, it takes great videos. I would definitely recommend this camera!
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+6points