14 DAY TRIAL // After the launch of the D3100, Nikon's D5000 DSLR was left in a rather awkward situation as it lacked many of the features that would make it able to compete with the company's new entry-level solution, so Nikon has just announced the introduction of the D5100 that improves the specifications of its predecessor.
The most important changes that the D5100 brings to the table is the addition of a new image sensor that features a 16.2MP resolution as well as 1080p (30fps) video recording with continuous autofocus support.
But this aren't the only features that Nikon has added to its new DSLR camera as the Japanese company has also decided to upgrade it to an Expeed 2 image processor that supports 14-bit A/D conversion compared to the 12-bit of its predecessor.
Moving to the back, we get to see that the trademark swivel mechanism of the D5000 was dropped in favor of a more common design that should offer greater flexibility when in use.
Other features that made their way into the D5100 include a high resolution 921,000-dot LCD display, a wider ISO speed interval that can be now set between 100 and 6,400, improved burst shooting speed, and a new special effects mode.
“Now more than ever, consumers want to pack only one device with them when travelling on excursions both far away and close to home,” said Lisa Osorio, general manager of marketing at Nikon Inc.
“By providing consumers with a simple path to creative freedom for both stills and movies, the Nikon D5100 is designed to become an essential camera for capturing all of life’s occasions,” concluded the company's representative.
The D5100 is set to come available on April 21st for $799.95 (body only). Bundled with the 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR zoom lens, the camera will be priced at $899.95.
