Nikon has added a new camera to their range, with the launch of the Nikon D5000.
The Nikon D5000 features a 12.3 megapixel CMOS sensor, a 2.7 inch LCD screen which can be swivelled to different positions.
Here is a full list of the features.
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12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor
Coupled with Nikon’s EXPEED image processing and NIKKOR optics, breathtaking picture quality is assured -
D-Movie Mode with sound
Record 720p HD movie clips enhanced by NIKKOR interchangeable lens quality and versatility -
Vari-angle color LCD monitor
Position the 2.7-inch monitor freely for fresh shooting perspectives. Screen flips inward for safe keeping -
19 Auto-exposure Scene Modes
Capture stunning photos in challenging picture-taking situations including Sunsets, Candlelight, Silhouette, Portrait, Landscape, Beach/Snow, and more -
One-button Live View
Easy Live View access offers 4 autofocus modes, including Face Priority AF -
Continuous shooting as fast as 4 frames-per-second
Combined with fast power-up and split-second shutter response, decisive moments are captured easily without annoying shooting lag -
Low noise ISO sensitivity from 200 to 3200
Engineered for exceptional low-light shooting -
Built-in image sensor cleaning
Effective 4-frequency, ultrasonic sensor cleaning keeps images spot free -
11-point autofocus system with 3D Focus Tracking
Fast and accurate autofocus delivers razor sharpness -
Auto Active D-Lighting
Restores lost shadow and highlight detail in high contrast exposures—Selectable and Auto modes available -
In-camera Retouch image editing
Creative in-camera image editing, featuring Soft Filter, Straighten, Color Outline Effect, Perspective Control, Red-eye Correction, Image Overlay, Monochrome and more—all without a computer -
Picture Control Settings for personal image control
Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape and 9 customizable settings -
Nikon 3D Color Matrix Metering II
Nikon’s renowned 420-pixel RGB 3D Color Matrix Metering II, teamed with the exclusive Scene Recognition System, evaluates each scene for unmatched exposure accuracy -
Durable, high precision shutter
Testing to over 100,000 cycles assures precision and long shutter life -
GPS geo-tagging
GP-1 GPS unit (optional) automatically identifies and records every image’s latitude, longitude and altitude, with satellite time-of-day
The Nikon D5000 will go on sale for $730 for the body only, and $850 for the full kit which includes a 18-55m f3.5-5.6G lens.
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