Testseek.com have collected 114 expert reviews of the Nikon D3100 and the average rating is 81%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Nikon D3100.
October 2010
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The editors liked
Shoots HD video
Autofocus in movie and live view modes
Ood image quality for the price
Intuitive controls and guide menu for beginners
Good low light abilities
Very good image quality
HD video capability
Compact and comfortable body
Built-in guides are useful
Excellent high ISO performance
Lots of features that put it ahead of all other entry-level digital SLRs. Full HD recording at 24fps. Excellent image quality for its class. Excellent noise control. Strong in-camera JPEG processing
The editors didn't like
Autofocus makes noise in movie mode
Fixed LCD screen
No exposure bracketing
Menu could use more detail
No dedicated ISO button
No microphone jack
Screen doesn't swivel
Low-resolution LCD screen. No bracketing. No external microphone input
Abstract: Now a year-and-a-half old, the D3100 was the first D-SLR in Nikons lineup to offer full HD video and is built around an APS-C 14.2Mp CMOS sensor, offering a maximum 4608x3072 pixel resolution. ...
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Published: 2011-11-06, Author: Jeremy , review by: reviewed.com
Abstract: Nikon gained significant traction with this years crop of video-capable DSLRs—the Nikon D3100 included. The 1080p video performance was better than previous models, and the features were solid in video mode, but the camera was still not on the same level ...
Abstract: The Nikon D3100 represents the entry point for Nikon's current DSLR lineup, featuring a 10-megapixel CMOS sensor, 2.8fps shooting, and beginner-friendly features such as Nikon's "guide" mode. The D3100 is aimed squarely at those looking to just get into i...
Abstract: The Nikon D3100 (MSRP $699) represents the entry point for Nikon's current DSLR lineup, featuring a 10-megapixel CMOS sensor, 2.8fps shooting, and beginner-friendly features such as Nikon's “guide” mode. This camera aims squarely at those new to intercha...
Shoots HD video; Autofocus in movie and live view modes; Good image quality for the price; Intuitive controls and guide menu for beginners; Good low light abilite
Autofocus makes noise in movie mode; Fixed LCD screen; No exposure bracketing
The Nikon D3100 is an entry-level DSLR on the higher end of that category's price range. However, it has a great set of features for a beginner photographer and decent image quality. If you're primarily interested in the D3100 for its new movie making...
Large, well-labelled buttons and controls; Full HD video capture; lightweight yet robust construction; fast and responsive for an entry-level model; reasonably priced
Small handgrip; video not as instantaneous or easy to access as Sony’s A33
Impeccable image quality up to 1600 ISO and very good up to 3200 ISO, 1080p Full HD video, Wellmade and pleasant to handle, General responsiveness
Screen displays just 230,000 dots, ISO Auto: confusing handling, Autofocus only with AFS lenses, Very warm white balance under halogen lighting
The D3100 is a very good entry-level SLR. The low-definition screen costs it a star, but picture quality is excellent and the camera is fast and responsive to use....
